In the luminous wake of a rapidly evolving world, where artificial intelligence melds into the fabric of daily existence, the Transformations Community (TC) and Western Symbolics are embarking on a pioneering journey. This collaboration is a testament to our collective quest to harness the transformative power of AI, steering it towards fostering sustainability and catalyzing societal shifts that echo our deepest values and aspirations.

The partnership between Western Symbolics and the TC is rooted in a profound commitment to exploring the societal ramifications of emerging AI technologies. Together, we delve into the dual role of AI as both a catalyst for and a challenge to sustainability transformations. Our collaboration is a vibrant dialogue series, an invitation to engage with a community of sustainability practitioners dedicated to understanding and shaping the societal impacts of AI.

At the heart of our initiative lies the ambition to co-create AI technologies that resonate with the diverse tapestry of human knowledge. This project champions inclusivity, drawing on both formal and informal knowledge sources to design AI tools that truly support our work. By embracing a community-centric approach, we aim to guide the technical development of an AI platform that not only serves transformation practitioners but also embodies our core values of Temperance, Transdisciplinarity, Translocalism, and Transformative Learning.

As we navigate this shared journey, our collaboration is set to unfold across several milestones. In March 2024, we will unveil our platform, marking the beginning of a series of co-design group experimentations. By Spring 2024, these collaborative efforts will culminate in the presentation of our initial findings at the Sustainability Innovations Congress, paving the way for Stage 2 of our project.

Summer 2024 will witness our continued exploration and the sharing of our learnings, further enriching the discourse on AI and sustainability. Looking towards Summer 2025, we will present our comprehensive findings at TC 2025, showcasing the fruits of our collaboration and the impact of our collective efforts.

An Invitation to Co-Create the Future

This collaboration between Western Symbolics and the Transformations Community is more than just a project; it's a beacon of hope and innovation. It represents a bold step towards bridging knowledge practices and inspiring action to co-create a better future. As we embark on this exciting venture, we invite you to join us in shaping the role of AI in sustainability transformations, contributing your insights and passion to a movement that seeks to illuminate the path to a more sustainable and equitable world.