Our Commitment to Ethical Artificial Intelligence

At CleverLibre, we believe in harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence to improve lives, speed innovation, and more generally, to make the world a better place. We are committed to the ethical application of AI in all our products, services, and research endeavours.

Responsible Stewardship of AI

We pledge to be responsible stewards of this transformative tool. Our approach involves adhering to the highest ethical standards, maintaining transparency in our AI processes, and ensuring accountability at every stage of AI deployment. We are committed to continuous learning and improvement, staying abreast of the latest developments in AI ethics, and incorporating best practices into our operations.

Combating Bias in AI

AI can perpetuate, amplify, or introduce biases if they are trained on biased data or designed without consideration for diversity. This can lead to unfair treatment or discrimination against certain groups, particularly in sensitive applications like hiring, law enforcement, and lending.

We are dedicated to identifying, understanding, and mitigating the presence of bias in artificial intelligence to ensure that our systems are fair, transparent, and equitable. We promote diverse datasets, innovate methods for bias detection, and employ rigorous testing methodologies to uncover and address bias. Our commitment is to deliver AI that respects and values all individuals, regardless of their race, gender, age, location, or background.

We understand that combating bias in AI is a continuous endeavour. Bias can manifest in many forms and stages of the AI lifecycle, from data collection to model deployment. While our company may not control all parts of the life cycle, our commitment to fighting bias involves multiple layers of strategy, action, and reflection.

We start by working toward diversity in our teams — believing that varied perspectives lead to better decision-making and more inclusive solutions. We implement rigorous data collection and analysis practices whenever we are gathering or analyzing data in order to ensure that any datasets we provide are representative and free from prejudices. Our long-term processes include bias audits and assessments and leveraging advanced tools for automated bias mitigation.

We also acknowledge the limitations of our perspectives and the ever-evolving nature of societal standards and norms. This is where our community comes in. We actively seek feedback from users, stakeholders, and marginalised groups to identify blind spots and areas for improvement. We host open forums on QOTO, contribute to organisations like CleverLibre (which we initially founded), conduct surveys, and collaborate with external experts and organisations dedicated to social justice and ethical AI.

Engagement with the Community

We view the community not just as a source of feedback but as partners in our journey. By fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is encouraged to share their experiences and concerns, we can collectively push the boundaries of what it means to create and maintain ethical AI. We commit to transparency in these efforts, regularly sharing our findings, challenges, and progress with the community and inviting open critique and discussion.

We believe in the power of community and the importance of collective wisdom. Our company is dedicated to working with the global community—customers, experts, policymakers, and the public—to guide the ethical development and deployment of AI technologies. We are open to feedback and constructive criticism, and we commit to listening to and addressing the community's concerns and suggestions. Together, we can shape an AI-enabled future that is ethical, inclusive, and beneficial for all.

Continuous Learning and Improvement

The field of artificial intelligence is ever-evolving, and so are our ethical commitments. We are dedicated to continuous learning, adapting our practices in line with emerging ethical standards and societal expectations. Our team engages in ongoing education and professional development to stay at the forefront of ethical AI.

We are deeply committed to advancing artificial intelligence in a way that respects human dignity, rights, and freedoms. We invite our users, partners, and the broader community to join us in this journey toward ethical AI. Through these efforts, we aim not only to advance our own AI practices but also to contribute to the broader conversation and action toward ethical AI. We invite everyone to join us in this important work—because together, we can make a difference.

A Journey of Continuous Learning and Improvement: A Beacon of Growth

The field of artificial intelligence is ever-evolving, and so are our ethical commitments. We are dedicated to continuous learning, to adapting our practices in line with emerging ethical standards and societal expectations. Our team engages in ongoing education and professional development to stay at the forefront of ethical AI.

We are deeply committed to advancing artificial intelligence in a way that respects human dignity, rights, and freedoms. We invite our users, partners, and the broader community to join us in this journey toward ethical AI. Through these efforts, we aim not only to advance our own AI practices but also to contribute to the broader conversation and action toward ethical AI. We invite everyone to join us in this important work—because together, we can make a difference.`

CleverLibre Ethical Covenant

All members of CleverLibre, both volunteer and employed, as well as all projects part of the CleverLibre Incubator must agree to the following Etchical Covenante.

Preamble

As developers of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), we recognize the profound implications of our work. We are not just creating tools, but entities that may significantly impact society, economy, and individuals. Therefore, we commit to this Code of Ethics to guide our actions and decisions.

Principle 1: Respect for Human Autonomy

We will design AI and AGI systems that respect human autonomy. Our systems will not undermine or manipulate the decisions, actions, or perceptions of individuals. We will provide mechanisms for individuals to understand and control how AI and AGI systems interact with them.

Principle 2: Beneficence and Non-Maleficence

We will strive to ensure our AI and AGI systems are beneficial to all, and avoid harm to humans, society, or the environment. We will consider the potential impacts of our work on all stakeholders, and strive to minimize negative outcomes.

Principle 3: Fairness and Non-Discrimination

We will work to prevent bias in the development and deployment of AI and AGI systems. We will strive to ensure our systems do not perpetuate discrimination or unfair practices, and that they promote equality and justice.

Principle 4: Transparency and Explainability

We will make our AI and AGI systems as transparent and understandable as possible. We will provide clear explanations about how our systems work, how decisions are made, and how to interpret their outputs.

Principle 5: Privacy and Data Governance

We will respect the privacy of individuals and handle data responsibly. We will follow best practices for data governance, including data protection, consent, and confidentiality.

Principle 6: Accountability and Responsibility

We will take responsibility for the AI and AGI systems we create. We will ensure there are mechanisms for accountability, and that it is clear who is responsible for the decisions made by our systems.

Principle 7: Cooperation and Collaboration

We will actively cooperate with other stakeholders, including other developers, researchers, ethicists, and the public, to discuss, review, and improve our ethical standards and practices.

Principle 8: Long-term Stewardship

Consider the long-term impacts and implications of AI. This includes thinking about how AI will evolve and how to ensure it remains beneficial in the future. ] Principle 9: Continuous Learning and Improvement We acknowledge that our understanding of AI and AGI and their societal implications is evolving. We commit to continuous learning, to staying abreast of developments in the field, and to regularly revisiting and updating this Code of Ethics.

Postamble

By adhering to this Code of Ethics, we aim to ensure that AI and AGI are developed in a way that benefits humanity, respects human rights, and is aligned with the principles of fairness, transparency, and accountability.