What does safe AI use actually mean?

A safe AI user knows how to use AI, when to use it, when not to use it, how to evaluate what it produces, and how to keep human judgment and decision authority. It is a set of practical behaviours, not a set of prohibitions.

Is the AI User Safety Initiative telling people to avoid AI?

No. We teach people to engage with AI intentionally and capably. Responsible AI use is incomplete if you do not understand enough about AI to use it effectively.

What is the SAFE AI Use Framework™?

Four pillars that turn responsible AI use into daily practice: Structure (set purpose and boundaries before you engage), Accelerate (use AI where it genuinely extends your capability), Filter (evaluate what it produces and decide whether you can rely on it), and Empower (keep judgment, decision ownership, and accountability with the human).

Where should I start?

If you are new to AI, start with the free AI Without the Panic guide. If you already use AI, start with the SAFE AI Use Framework™ and our workshops.

AI User Safety Initiative — Grassroots AI Literacy for Everyday People

Where to start

Free online workshops · November 2026

NOVEMBER SAFE AI USE WORKSHOPS

Three live sessions to help you understand AI, use it with more confidence and keep your own judgment in charge. For anyone who is new to AI, and for people already using AI tools at work, at home or in their community. No technical background needed.

Investment: FREE
Live on Zoom
1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM GMT

Dr. Gbemisola Adetayo speaking into a microphone in front of a seated audience

November 13
Introduction to AI

Facilitator: Gbemileke Agbedejobi

What AI is, how it works, and where you already meet it in everyday life. A good place to start.

1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM GMT
November 19
Prompt Like a Pro

Facilitator: Dr. Gbemisola Adetayo

Practical prompting techniques for asking AI tools clearer questions and getting more useful answers.

1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM GMT
November 26
Q&A Session

Theme: Come with your AI questions.

An open, interactive session. Bring your questions, challenges and experiences with AI.

1:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM EST | 7:00 PM GMT