Right Livelihood 196d ago

2025 Right Livelihood Laureate Audrey Tang delivers an acceptance speech that weaves Taiwan’s unique geology with a bold vision for democracy, technology and the future of collective intelligence. As Taiwan’s first Right Livelihood Laureate, Audrey reflects on how freedom and democracy were forged under pressure — just like Taiwan’s rising tectonic island. She introduces the idea that conflict can be a renewable energy for collective renewal. Speaking to global democratic backsliding and the rise of AI, Audrey calls for technology that connects — not divides: “AI must not divide us with outrage. It must connect us through uncommon ground. We the people are the true superintelligence.” From digital freedom to transcultural governance, Audrey honours everyone who has shaped Taiwan’s democratic journey, and invites the world to “free the future together.” 🔗 Learn more about Audrey Tang: https://rightlivelihood.org/the-change-makers/find-a-laureate/audrey-tang/ 📅 Watch the full Award Presentation on our channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LiTEDQkuFeA