Publication
Inside AI - An Algorithmic Adventure

In the framework of UNESCO鈥檚 work to harness emerging technologies for sustainable development, this graphic novel for policymakers as well as youth explores the impact of Artificial Intelligence on humankind.
Dive into the world of AI and follow the adventures of four characters whose lives are affected by algorithmic hazards
An educational graphic novel
UNESCO鈥檚 first graphic novel on Artificial Intelligence (AI) aims at providing an educational media to policymakers, adults and youth who are curious and interested in learning more about AI, its challenges and stakes. It features a page for glossary terms at the end of each episode to enlighten AI-specific concepts such as:
The launch of the graphic novel took place on 7 September 2022 during the UNESCO -Southern Africa sub-Regional Forum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) (SARFAI) in Windhoek, Namibia. Watch the launch and interview with the author here.
What AI experts say about the comic strip
鈥淭he Future Society shares UNESCO鈥檚 stance that AI will shape all of our lives and livelihoods in profound ways, and we must therefore strive to engage a diverse set of stakeholder groups in its responsible development and deployment for the benefit of humanity. We believe it is particularly important to navigate AI opportunities and risks with younger audiences鈥攎any of whom will, both in their education and their careers, grapple with these challenges first-hand and help us navigate towards a better future. We also appreciate the challenge to intuit how nuanced technological concepts translate to outcomes in the physical world, and moreover, how these relate to ethics and human rights.
To this end, The Future Society congratulates the team behind the Inside AI: An Algorithmic Adventure and recognizes the work鈥檚 immense educational value, bringing to the forefront timely topics related to AI ethics and governance, including the digital divide, content moderation, data privacy, and super-intelligence.
The art brilliantly complements the text, creating a world in which abstract ideas are made tangible, and are thus approachable and engaging for a younger audience. Finally, we commend the commitment to diversity, as demonstrated by the thoughtful creation of globally-representative characters brought to life by artists, consultants, and creatives from around the world.鈥
