Amidst the buzz surrounding AI’s advancements, there’s a critical conversation missing: how ethical, responsible uses of AI can protect and promote the public interest.

At Pro Bono Net, we’re dedicated to ensuring that technology is an equalizing force in justice movements and that the needs, experiences, and well-being of vulnerable communities are prioritized in its use. Today, we’re pleased to announce Justicia Lab AI, a new initiative dedicated to doing just that in the immigrant rights sector.

Justicia Lab AI brings together immigrant advocacy groups and AI innovators in the service of immigrant justice. Supported with $500,000 in seed funding from Google.org as well as technical capacity, mentorship, and pro bono support delivered through Google.org’s inaugural Gen AI Accelerator for nonprofits, Justicia Lab AI seeks to bridge the tech divide between immigrant-serving organizations and developers by delivering public education and workshops on AI, providing information on the ethical and practical considerations in using AI technologies, and co-designing AI solutions.

Our Mission and Goals

Justicia Lab AI aims to create a collaborative environment where technology and advocacy meet to foster innovative solutions for immigrant justice. Our initiative is designed to:

  • Educate: Conduct public education and workshops on AI to empower immigrant-serving organizations with the knowledge and tools they need.
  • Advise: Provide comprehensive information on the ethical and practical considerations in using AI technologies.
  • Innovate: Co-design AI solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of immigrant communities.

Looking Ahead

In the coming months, we’ll be applying our learning to Pro Bono Net’s broader work in the civil justice sector to advance safe, responsible, and community-centered uses of AI across all the communities we serve. We invite you to read more about Justicia Lab AI’s plans, founding partners, and advisory board in our press release. If you’re interested in learning more or getting involved, please reach out!