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Who we are

We are a global foundation working to ensure everyone – especially those who are underrepresented – has the information, rights, and power to influence the decisions that affect their lives.

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What we do

We enable people to fully participate in civic and political life, to safely challenge power, and to access accurate, trustworthy information. We want technology to work for, and not against, democracy.

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How we work

From funding existing organisations to collaborating with others on new solutions and undertaking our own initiatives and advocacy work, our flexible approach is designed to create the greatest impact.

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We work globally, with a regional focus in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Luminate Strategic Initiatives works to address digital threats to democracy and is primarily focused on Europe. Our Global Programmes team seeks to drive transregional change and strengthen our regional activity.

We work globally, with a regional focus in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Luminate Strategic Initiatives works to address digital threats to democracy and is primarily focused on Europe. Our Global Programmes team seeks to drive transregional change and strengthen our regional activity.

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The AI Accountability Lab: Bridging global perspectives in tech

Housed at Trinity College Dublin, the AI Accountability Lab will serve as crucial infrastructure in the European AI landscape and beyond.

Foundations unite to put people in control of AI

Today we’re proud that Luminate and the AI Collaborative’s support to the European AI & Society Fund's Breakthrough Initiative has helped catalyse over €5 million, together with nine more foundations.

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Potencia: The power of beyond-the-grant support

Engaging with and fostering collaboration among partners not only strengthens their sustainability, but also amplifies the impact of their work.

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Understanding of AI leads to increased concerns and support for regulation...

Artificial intelligence regulation has the support of the majority (55%) of citizens in Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico, according to Luminate's new report, based on Ipsos-commissioned data.

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