AI and Faith

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Description

This organization helps congregations understand and engage in conversations about ethical artificial intelligence (AI). AI and Faith believes that world’s ancient spiritual traditions can offer important values and guidance for the development of AI that is beneficial, transparent, and equitable.

To help congregations explore ethical AI, the organization offers information, such as book reviews, research, and news. Its online events include salons featuring an expert speaker and discussion as well as focused events on topics like the relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. Congregations can also explore special projects, such as AI in Sacred Texts and Practices.

Features

AI and Faith podcast
Members-only programming
Monthly newsletter
Misinformation hub

Recommended Audience

Clergy and lay leaders

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Subscribe to the AI and Faith podcast or newsletter to learn how congregational leaders can contribute to conversations about ethical artificial intelligence.
Attend an online event about a topic relevant to your congregation, such as how AI-based games can educate children and adults about spiritual morals and values.

Updated: March 22, 2025

About the Contributor

Miriam V. Quezada Mendez

Bilingual Associate for Resource Consulting

Miriam V. Quezada Mendez serves in the Center’s Northwest office in Crown Point as the Bilingual Associate for Resource Consulting, working to advance the Center’s mission to strengthen Indiana congregations by providing resources to the communities that make up the diverse tapestry of the Northwest region.

Born in Jalisco, Mexico, Miriam immigrated to the United States as a child and grew up on the East Side of Chicago. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Illinois College, graduating with a double major in Communications & Rhetorical Studies and International Studies with a concentration in gender and immigration equity.

Before joining the Center, Miriam served as the Director of Communications at the Parliament of the World’s Religions. In her tenure with the Parliament, Miriam worked closely with faith, community, and nonprofit leaders on outreach, engagement, and interfaith community-building efforts. She is an enthusiastic advocate for youth, Indigenous, and women’s voices in faith and civic spaces.

Miriam is a member of the St. Paul Catholic Church in Valparaiso, where she and her family attend weekly Spanish service.

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