About
Telling the stories of people leading with AI.
Future Leaders in AI is a publication and workshop platform documenting how everyday people use artificial intelligence to strengthen their communities — and helping more people do the same.
Our mission
To spotlight and equip the next generation of AI leaders — the teachers, organizers, founders, and students proving that this technology belongs to everyone, not just the technical few.
What we value
Impact over hype
We cover people solving real problems — not chasing trends. The story is always the human, not the tool.
Access for all
AI literacy should not be a privilege. We highlight and teach approaches anyone can use.
Responsible by default
We champion thoughtful, ethical use of AI in every story we tell and every workshop we run.
Spotlight the unsung
The best work is often invisible. We exist to give it a stage.
Founder & editor
Marcus Brown
Future Leaders in AI was founded and is edited by Marcus Brown, who also leads its hands-on workshops. Through reporting and teaching, Marcus helps community leaders, nonprofits, and small teams put AI to work in ways that are practical, ethical, and genuinely useful — drawing on the work of AI educators advancing accessible AI literacy.
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What is Future Leaders in AI?
Future Leaders in AI is an independent publication and workshop platform. It spotlights everyday people using artificial intelligence to strengthen their communities and offers hands-on AI workshops for beginners, nonprofits, and small teams.
Who runs Future Leaders in AI?
The publication is founded and edited by Marcus Brown, who also leads its hands-on AI workshops for community leaders, nonprofits, and small teams.
Who are the workshops for?
The workshops are designed for community leaders, nonprofit staff, creators, small-business owners, and anyone curious about AI — no technical or coding background required.
How can I get featured or involved?
If you or someone you know is using AI to make a community impact, you can submit a story through the contact page. You can also request a seat in an upcoming workshop or book a custom session for your organization.