Research Grants

Supporting academic work that advances social justice through AI innovation

Empowering Research

We fund academic projects using AI to advance social justice and equity.

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Our Mission

Supporting innovative AI research that tackles inequality and promotes fairness worldwide.

Grants

Funding innovative AI projects for social justice.

Research

At the heart of our mission is the belief that groundbreaking academic research is essential to ensuring AI benefits all of humanity, not just a privileged few. Our Research Grants program is designed to empower scholars and scientists who are tackling the most pressing challenges at the intersection of AI and social justice.

We provide funding, resources, and a collaborative network for projects that move beyond theory to create tangible, real-world impact. We are particularly interested in research that explores how innovative technologies can be harnessed to bridge divides and empower marginalized communities.

Examples of Funded Research Include:

Edge AI for Agricultural Justice: Developing low-cost, offline-capable AI models that run on simple smartphones to help smallholder farmers analyze soil health, predict pest outbreaks, and access fair market prices without relying on costly infrastructure.
Bias Detection in Resource-Limited Settings: Creating novel algorithms to audit automated decision-making systems (e.g., for public benefits or loan applications) for discriminatory biases, with a focus on efficiency that allows for deployment in government agencies with limited computational resources.
Federated Learning for Community Healthcare: Pioneering privacy-preserving AI techniques that enable the development of predictive healthcare models for disease outbreaks by learning from data across multiple remote clinics without centralizing sensitive patient information.
AI-Enabled Legal Aid Tools: Building and studying open-source natural language processing tools that can help non-profit organizations automate the screening and intake process for individuals seeking legal assistance, dramatically expanding access to justice.

We seek to fund bold ideas that demonstrate how technology, especially practical solutions like edge computing, can be a direct force for equality. If your research is aimed at creating a more just world, we invite you to join our community of innovators.

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Impact

Our grants have enabled projects that bring real change, from improving access to resources to reducing bias in AI systems.

FAQs

Who can apply?

Researchers focused on AI and social justice are welcome to apply.

What funding is available?

We offer grants that support projects that create a fair and just world through AI.

How do I submit a proposal?

Proposals should be submitted through our online portal with a clear research plan.

When are decisions made?

Decisions are typically announced within eight weeks after submission.

Can international researchers apply?

Yes, we welcome applications from researchers worldwide.

Get in Touch

Reach out to discuss sponsorships and grants advancing AI for social justice.

Phone

+1-555-789-4321

Email

outreach@poiesisgroup.org