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Standards and Assurance Framework for Ethical AI in Humanitarian Action (SAFE AI): A Governance Framework for Humanitarians using AI

Year: 2026

Type: standard

Abstract: SAFE AI (Standards and Assurance Framework for Ethical AI in Humanitarian Action) is a sector-wide governance and assurance framework for the responsible use of artificial intelligence in humanitarian action. It sets out a staged implementation journey covering problem definition, design, development and deployment, with a risk tiering model applying proportionate requirements according to the potential impact of a deployment on affected populations. The framework was developed by CDAC Network with The Alan Turing Institute and Humanitarian AI Advisory, in consultation with humanitarian practitioners, technical experts and crisis-affected communities. This material has been funded by UK International Development from the UK government. However, the views expressed do not necessarily reflect the UK government’s official policies.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.22080936

Authors: McElhinney, Helen, Mazumder, Anjali, Tjalve, Michael, Madigan, Suzy, Spencer, Sarah

Institution: The Alan Turing Institute

Language: English

Topic: Ethics and Social Impacts of AI

Subfield: Safety Research

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Partnerships for the goals

Open Access status: green

Funder: Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

OpenAlex ID: W7204209369

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