Organized Intelligence
Latter-day Saint Perspectives on AI
Organized Intelligence: Latter-day Saint Perspectives on AI
Organized Intelligence is a new initiative supported by the Future of Life Institute and Faith Matters that brings together Latter-day Saint voices from across disciplines to explore the ethical, social, and spiritual dimensions of AI.
Our first gathering will take place November 4-5 in Provo, Utah and will convene scholars, creatives, technologists, and religious leaders to discuss questions such as:
How might emerging AI technologies reshape societies over the long term?
How could AI influence spiritual life, religious expression, and human-divine relationships?
In what ways can faith communities prepare for and engage with the disruptions AI may bring?
Where are the most promising opportunities to apply AI for good?
Speakers include Terryl Givens, Valerie Hudson, Josh Coates, Michael Roberts, Aubrie Mema, Bennet Borden, Zachary Davis, Sid Palmer, Liz Busby, Derek Monson, Adam Youngfield, Greg Epstein, and many more.
WHY ORGANIZED INTELLIGENCE
Advancing at an unprecedented pace, with new developments and applications emerging almost daily, as a technology that mimics human intelligence, AI raises profound questions about what it means to be human as well as the ethical and practical implications of creating intelligent machines. These questions likely intersect a faith tradition’s core doctrines, beliefs, and practices. For technological optimists, significant AI contributions to religious practice and belief may enrich spiritual life through enhanced religious experiences and improved accessibility of religious teachings and practices. Not all scientific and technological advancements, however, will be beneficial for religious institutions, individuals, or societies at large. Both the upsides and the drawbacks of the impact of AI on religious beliefs, traditions, and practices, and society, more broadly, highlight the need for careful consideration and ethical guidelines in the development and application of AI. Above all, they underscore the absolute necessity of rigorously and systematically engaging with these issues.
The need for this engagement is twofold. Firstly, our faith tradition, with its emphasis on continuous revelation and human agency, offers valuable insights that can guide the ethical development and use of AI. Secondly, as scholars and disciples, we have a responsibility to understand how these technological changes might impact our religious community and its practices, and how to harness the developing technologies for improving the world around us.
Partner Organizations
Organized Intelligence is made possible through the support of:
Leadership
Organized Intelligence is hosted by Medlir Mema (Faith Matters) and Will Jones (Future of Life Institute).
Who It's For
This event is open to:
Scholars & Students
Church Leaders & Technologists
Artists & Storytellers
Ethicists, Policy Thinkers, and Curious Minds
Schedule Highlights
Day One: Imagination and Experience
Tuesday, November 4
3:00 PM | Welcome Reception
4:00 PM | Latter-day Saint Attitudes on AI
5:30 PM | Keynote Address: AI and the Latter-day Saint Imagination
6:15 PM | Fireside Chat with Writers & Artists
8:00 PM | Immersive AI Media Exhibit
Day Two: Ethics and Governance
Wednesday, November 5
9:00 AM | Opening Remarks
9:15 AM | Keynote: Discipleship in the Age of AI
9:45 AM | Plenary: The Future of Humanity with AI
10:30 AM | Panel: Artificial General Intelligence & Divine Purpose
12:00 PM | Short Talks: AI & Societal Challenges I
1:00 PM | Lunch + Student Poster Sessions: Emerging Perspectives on AI Futures
2:00 PM | Lightning Talks: AI & Societal Challenges II
3:00 PM | Panel: Faith, Ethics, and AI
4:30 PM | Discussion: AI in Religious & Humanitarian Practice
6:00 PM | Closing Reflections & Reception
Confirmed Participants
Terryl Givens
Valerie Hudson
Josh Coates
Sid Palmer
Aubrie Mema
Bennet Borden
Liz Busby
Michael Roberts
Peter Cardon
Matt Miles
Adam Youngfield
Sheryl Carty
Derek Monson
Julie Park
Dan Nielsen
Medlir Mema
Zachary Davis
Greg Epstein
Date and Location
November 4-5, Provo, Utah
Venue details to be announced.
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