Responsible AI Statement

1. Our approach to AI

NextWave Youth sees artificial intelligence as a supportive tool for learning, creativity, communication and future skills development.

AI should help young people explore ideas, create responsibly, think critically and understand the digital world more confidently.

AI is not intended to replace human judgment, creativity, ethical responsibility or meaningful human interaction.

2. AI literacy as a future skill

AI literacy is an important part of digital citizenship. Young people should understand not only how AI tools work, but also where their limits, risks and responsibilities are.

NextWave Youth aims to encourage practical understanding of:

• how AI tools can support creativity and learning
• how AI-generated content may be inaccurate or biased
• how to question and verify digital information
• how to use AI ethically and responsibly
• how AI may influence media, communication and society

3. Human-centered use

AI should remain a tool guided by people. We encourage human oversight, critical thinking and responsible decision-making whenever AI-generated content or AI-supported processes are used.

Young participants should be encouraged to ask:

• Is this information reliable?
• Could this content be biased or misleading?
• Does this output respect other people?
• Should this be verified before sharing?
• Is it appropriate to use AI in this context?

4. Transparency

Where AI tools are used in creative or educational contexts, NextWave Youth supports transparency and honest communication.

Participants should be encouraged to understand when content has been created, edited or supported by AI tools, especially in media projects, public communication or educational activities.

5. Creativity, not manipulation

AI can support storytelling, design, video concepts, scripts, images, music ideas and digital learning formats.

However, AI should not be used to manipulate, deceive, harass, exploit or harm others.

NextWave Youth does not support the use of AI for:

• hate speech or discriminatory content
• cyberbullying or harassment
• deepfake misuse
• identity deception
• misinformation campaigns
• non-consensual use of personal images, voices or likenesses
• content that exploits or endangers minors

6. Youth protection and AI

The use of AI in youth-related activities requires particular care.

AI tools should be used in age-appropriate ways and with attention to privacy, safety, consent, emotional impact and digital wellbeing.

Where minors are involved in future workshops, media activities or digital projects, additional safeguards may be required, including parental or guardian consent, supervised participation and clear rules for the use of personal media materials.

7. Privacy and personal data

AI tools should not be used carelessly with personal, sensitive or private information.

Participants should avoid entering personal data, private messages, confidential materials, images of minors or sensitive information into AI systems unless there is a clear legal basis, appropriate consent and a safe technical framework.

More information can be found in our Privacy Policy.

8. Bias, fairness and inclusion

AI systems may reflect biases from their training data, design or usage context. This can affect language, culture, gender, background, appearance, ability, religion, nationality or social identity.

NextWave Youth encourages critical reflection and inclusive use of AI tools, especially in intercultural and youth-centered environments.

9. Media literacy and verification

AI-generated content can look convincing even when it is inaccurate, incomplete or misleading.

NextWave Youth promotes media literacy practices such as:

• checking sources
• verifying claims
• recognizing synthetic media
• understanding algorithmic influence
• questioning viral content before sharing

10. Educational and creative purpose

The intended use of AI within NextWave Youth is educational, creative and developmental.

AI may be used to support:

• idea development
• storytelling
• media production concepts
• visual and audio experimentation
• language support
• digital skills development
• critical discussion about technology and society

11. No automated decisions

NextWave Youth does not use AI systems on this website to make automated decisions about users, participants, eligibility, partnerships or funding.

Future project decisions should involve human review, organizational responsibility and transparent criteria.

12. Development status

NextWave Youth is currently in its early development and partnership exploration phase. This Responsible AI Statement outlines the intended principles for future activities, workshops, media projects and educational formats.

Specific AI guidelines may be further developed together with partner organizations, youth workers, educators, digital safety experts and local stakeholders.

13. Reporting concerns

If you have concerns about the use of AI, digital tools, synthetic media or youth safety in connection with NextWave Youth, please contact us.

E-Mail: contact@nextwaveyouth.com

14. Related pages

Additional information can be found here:

Youth Safety Statement

Privacy Policy

Project Disclaimer / Terms

Imprint / Legal Notice