AI and Human Flourishing
August 6, 2026 | 12 PM EST

AI and Human Flourishing

AI can support human flourishing when it is designed to enhance, rather than replace, uniquely human capacities such as empathy, creativity, and moral judgment. It can expand access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunity, helping individuals and communities thrive. At the same time, AI must be guided by ethical frameworks that protect dignity, agency, and the social bonds people depend on. There is a particular concern for children and youth, regarding how AI is affecting their human flourishing and ability to build strong, human relationships. When aligned with human values, AI can become a tool that strengthens society.
Ali Khan

Ali Khan

Ali is the Founder & CEO of SHAPE Global and a visiting professor of the School of Business, Education & Law of the University of Huddersfield. He is an advisor at Thriving Workers, Thriving Workplaces Program, Centre for Work, Health & Well-being, and the Harvard University T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Ali serves as a member of the Governance Council of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). He is a speaker, including for TEDx. Ali has 25+ years of global experience across health, data, and technology through ventures including ARK Re. He has 9 years of experience in innovation leadership at AXA’s UK Well-being Division as Chief Science Innovation Officer. Ali founded the AXA Mind Health Index, a longitudinal study on population mental health across 16 countries. He is a contributor to multiple academic and innovation programs advancing human performance and flourishing.

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