About the Alliance

  At the Human First Alliance, we champion a future where artificial intelligence (AI) serves as a transformative force for good—working in harmony with the interests and well-being of humanity.

“In a world driven by innovation, we stand at a crossroads. Artificial intelligence has the power to revolutionize our lives, but only if it serves us—humanity. At the Human First Alliance, we believe technology should amplify our values, not compromise them. It’s about fairness, equality, and a future where no one is left behind.

This is more than a movement—it’s a promise. A promise to protect our rights, ensure accountability, and create a world where humans, not machines, lead the way.”  – Kizzi Nkwocha, co-founder, HFA

Mission & Vision

Mission

Our mission is to ensure that artificial intelligence  development, deployment, and governance are guided by human interests, ethical principles, and the overarching goal of enhancing societal well-being. We believe AI has the potential to transform industries, empower individuals, and solve complex global challenges, but only when developed responsibly. To this end, we are committed to:

• Protecting Human Rights: Advocating for AI systems that uphold privacy, equality, and freedom, ensuring no one is left behind in an increasingly automated world.
• Promoting Accountability: Encouraging transparency in AI decision-making processes and fostering trust between AI developers, users, and society.
• Ensuring Fairness and Equity: Combatting biases in AI to create technologies that serve all communities fairly, regardless of race, gender, socioeconomic status, or geography.
• Building Resilience: Preparing individuals, organizations, and governments to adapt to the rapidly evolving AI landscape through education, collaboration, and guidance.
• Fostering Collaboration: Acting as a bridge between technologists, policymakers, and the public to shape ethical, inclusive, and impactful AI practices.

Our mission extends beyond critique to proactive action. By empowering developers, businesses, and governments, we aim to embed human-first principles at every stage of the AI lifecycle—from initial design to regulatory frameworks.

Vision

We envision a future where artificial intelligence and humanity coexist in harmony, fostering a world where technology amplifies our shared values, advances societal progress, and safeguards the interests of current and future generations.

Key Elements of Our Vision:

1. Human-Centric AI: A world where AI systems are designed to serve as tools that enhance human creativity, decision-making, and productivity while ensuring people remain in control of critical processes.
2. Ethical Innovation: Innovation driven by principles of justice, transparency, and accountability, ensuring AI works for all—not just a privileged few.
3. Inclusive Governance: Policymaking that reflects diverse perspectives and includes voices from marginalized communities to prevent harm and foster equitable growth.
4. Global Collaboration: A global network of stakeholders—including governments, businesses, academics, and non-profits—working together to ensure AI is a force for good across cultures and borders.
5. Sustainability and Long-Term Thinking: AI development that considers not only immediate benefits but also long-term consequences, including environmental impacts, labor shifts, and societal transformation.
6. Empowered Communities: Equipping individuals and organizations with the knowledge and resources to navigate and shape the AI-driven world, ensuring that everyone can share in its benefits.

We believe that when AI is developed and deployed with empathy, foresight, and a commitment to humanity’s collective well-being, it can address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. From improving healthcare outcomes and combating climate change to fostering education and economic empowerment, our vision is one of partnership—between humans and technology—for a brighter, more equitable future.

What We Do

The Human First Alliance is a thought leader and advocate for human-centered AI. We focus on fostering collaboration between developers, corporations, policymakers, and society at large to align AI innovation with human values. Our key initiatives include:

• Advisory Services: Providing expert guidance on AI development, policy, and ethical best practices to businesses, governments, and organizations.
• Advocacy and Awareness: Promoting the adoption of human-first principles in AI development and legislation, ensuring that AI technologies protect and enhance human dignity and rights.
• Collaboration for Ethical AI: Bridging the gap between technologists, policymakers, and the public to ensure inclusive, transparent decision-making in AI governance.
• Educational Outreach: Empowering stakeholders through workshops, seminars, and publications to understand the opportunities and risks of AI.

We are not anti-AI. Rather, we are strong proponents of AI designed to serve humanity responsibly, ethically, and sustainably.

Our Story

The Human First Alliance was born from the recognition that as AI reshapes industries, economies, and lives, its development must remain grounded in what makes us human: empathy, fairness, and a shared vision for the greater good. Our founders—AI experts, ethicists, and advocates—came together to address the growing need for guidance in this transformative era. Their shared concern was clear: without deliberate and ethical choices, AI could exacerbate inequalities, harm societal well-being, or undermine trust. Since our inception, we’ve worked tirelessly to align AI’s immense potential with the values that unite humanity. Our journey is defined by collaboration, thought leadership, and a steadfast commitment to placing people—not technology—at the center of innovation.

Partnerships and Collaborations

Collaboration is fundamental to our mission. We partner with diverse stakeholders to shape a future where AI enhances human flourishing.

Our Collaborations Include:

• Developers and Innovators: Encouraging the integration of ethical design principles to create AI that is safe, fair, and inclusive.
• Corporate Leaders: Guiding companies to adopt human-first AI strategies that promote trust, accountability, and long-term societal benefits.
• Policymakers and Regulators: Working alongside governments and institutions to craft thoughtful AI policies that prioritize human welfare while fostering innovation.
• Research and Academia: Partnering with thought leaders and institutions to advance research in AI ethics, governance, and societal impact.

By fostering these partnerships, we strive to build an ecosystem where AI development and regulation work hand in hand to benefit humanity and strengthen global progress.