WEF – AI for Impact, 2024

AI is transforming various aspects of business and life, thanks to the accessibility of generative AI. Social innovators have the opportunity to enhance their impact by ethically adopting AI in their operations. The social economy, which makes up 7% of global GDP, could see a significant increase in value with the implementation of generative AI. This white paper aims to assist social innovators in understanding, accessing, and utilizing AI technology by building on the World Economic Forum's AI Governance Alliance framework. It analyzes the current use of AI in social enterprises through 300 examples, offering insights for future implementation and thought leadership.