How can we develop AI with citizens rather than for them?
Artificial intelligence increasingly influences decisions that affect our daily lives — from healthcare and mobility to public services. Yet for most people, it is unclear how these decisions are made. AI often feels like a black box.
DECIDE wants to change that.
The project develops transparent and citizen-centred AI systems, designed with citizens rather than for them. Instead of starting from technology, DECIDE starts from a simple question: how can AI help people understand, influence and take part in decisions that affect them?
By making AI more transparent and involving citizens in its development, DECIDE helps build a more democratic, fair and trustworthy digital society. Making sure that AI serves the interests of all, not just a few.
We do this by:
- Improving existing AI systems that make decisions about citizens.
- Developing new AI tools that support decisions by citizens themselves.
We believe AI should be:
Transparent
People can clearly see why an AI system reaches a certain decision, which factors matter, and what the risks and benefits are.
Explainable
By sharing this information and showing how decisions are made, we want to help people make informed choices they can trust.
Inclusive
By shifting the role of citizens from passive recipients to active participants.
DECIDE revolves around four themes
Healthcare
Improving healthcare decision-making
Sustainable mobility
AI systems that enhance decision-making
Democratic Decision making
Enhance transparency and citizen engagement
Healthy Lifestyle
Use AI in promoting healthy lifestyle
