Humanitarian Academy 123d ago

This is a recording of a webinar held on 26 February 2026 by the Humanitarian Leadership Academy in partnership with Data Friendly Space. *** Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving fast – but what’s really happening in humanitarian organisations on the ground right now? AI use and conviction in its benefits are surging – but how can we harness it safely and responsibly? The Humanitarian Leadership Academy and Data Friendly Space present insights from 1,729 humanitarians from 120+ countries who responded to the January 2026 Humanitarian AI pulse survey, offering a vital check-in on how practitioners are experiencing AI today. Tune in for a candid, dynamic discussion together with panellists. Hear experiences and perspectives of where AI is creating value, where risks and gaps are emerging, and where collective action is most needed to shape a more locally led and accountable AI future. Speakers: * Rebecca Chandiru, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team ESA Hub * Liz Devine, Head of Program Technical Team, GOAL Global * Lucy Hall, Research and MEAL Lead, Humanitarian Leadership Academy * Madigan Johnson, Head of Communications, Data Friendly Space * Timi Olagunju, Policy expert, lawyer, and governance strategist, The Timeless Practice * Nayid Orozco Bohorquez, Chief Product Officer, Data Friendly Space * Ka Man Parkinson, Communications and Marketing Lead, Humanitarian Leadership Academy Visit the webinar webpage for further information including speaker bios, session slide deck and transcript: https://www.humanitarianleadershipacademy.org/resources/beyond-the-hype-ground-truth-on-ai-across-the-humanitarian-sector/