The Growing Divide

There’s a divide happening — not just in access to technology, but in access to understanding AI and having the fluency to use it meaningfully. I’ve met incredible people working hard to close this gap, helping young people across all contexts feel empowered to engage with and shape the future.

One powerful example is Henry Ly’s work with students in Uganda. At first, they believed AI would “take all of our jobs.” But with support and structured exploration, they began to see AI differently — not as a threat, but as something they could understand, use, and influence. That shift in mindset is exactly what this project hopes to foster.

Imagining the Possibilities

We still have a long way to go toward true equity, but I believe this is a moment in time where meaningful change is possible.

Imagine the impact of access to an AI tutor for a student who’s missed out on consistent learning because of:

• teacher shortages

• lack of quality instruction

• no home support

• health challenges or trauma

• extreme weather (like floods)

• learning difficulties

No, an AI tutor isn’t the same as a great teacher who builds strong relationships, makes learning relevant, and supports wellbeing. But for some students, it might be better than nothing. And for those who are ready and able to engage, it could be a pathway to education — and eventually, to advocacy.

Real-World Example

Picture a young person with Autism entering a noisy classroom already in sensory overload. Each day begins with stress, leading to meltdowns that impact them and their peers.

Now imagine that student is offered a set of headphones and a calm 15-minute session with an AI tutor designed around their individual goals. The rest of the class settles in, and the student later joins the group, calmer and more ready to engage.

This small change:

• Improves their access to both individual and class learning

• Helps them see themselves as capable and successful

• Builds confidence, peer relationships, and emotional regulation

And long-term? That same student might go on to advocate for others — simply because someone made support accessible.

Purpose of this Platform

This site is a non-commercial resource to help educators and school leaders:

• Embed ethical, sustainable AI practices

• Engage in meaningful professional learning

• Connect with others doing this work

For example:

• A school leader might choose a video and research paper to share in a staff meeting.

• An academic might explore our Inclusion or Low-Resource Contexts pages to identify research gaps.

• A developer could ask, “What could we design to support this challenge?”

Collaborative Use of Content

This platform is designed for cross-sector collaboration. Say a metro school with a high EAL/D population watches a case study video. They might:

• Analyse the practice shown

• Trial and adapt it in their own context

• Share back what they learned

That same video might lead an academic to research how EAL/D students engage with AI in assessment. A developer might say, “This process is clunky — we could improve it.”

This is how innovation grows — through shared stories, feedback loops, and authentic problems of practice.

Sharing Across Schools

Well-resourced schools can play a critical role in building bridges.

We hope they will:

• Recognise the disparity

• Reach out to schools with fewer resources

• Share PD sessions, teaching units, and strategies that others can adapt

This project isn’t about showcasing perfection. It’s about sharing access, lessons, and opportunities.

Building a Community

Whether you’re feeling unsure, excited, or somewhere in between — we built this platform for you.

You might:

• See yourself in the videos or case studies

• Connect with names behind research, presentations or videos

• Share ideas or even co-create new solutions

The best learning comes from educators working together. We welcome all contributions — whether you’re offering a unique perspective, clarifying an idea, or sharing a resource that helped. Please reach out if you want to contribute.

This space grows stronger with every voice added.

Core Messages

These ideas echo through this entire project:

1. There must be a human in the loop.

2. Connection and collaboration must remain at the heart of education — even with AI.

3. Ethics must guide AI use; we must teach students to think critically, spot bias, and question the Eliza Effect.

4. Equity is essential — and it’s everyone’s responsibility..

I hope this website is helpful for your purposes — whether you're a teacher, leader, academic, or developer — and that it inspires you to learn more and contribute your own voice.

Let’s make something meaningful, together.

Simone :)