Mozilla’s Africa Innovation Mradi Research Grants 2024 for AI Researchers

Africa Innovation Mradi Research Grants Will Examine AI’s Impact on the Continent. Apply below.

When is Application Deadline:

14th August 2023 at 5pm East African Time (EAT).

Tell Me About Award:

Mozilla is providing grants from $5,000 to $10,000 USD to individuals and organizations studying the impact of AI on communities in Eastern and Southern Africa

Africa Innovation Mradi Research Grants Will Examine AI’s Impact on the Continent.

As AI in consumer technology becomes ubiquitous, its relationship with society — both positive and negative — deepens. But there’s a scarcity of research into this relationship, especially on the African continent.

Today, Mozilla’s Africa Innovation Mradi is opening up research grants of $5,000 to $10,000 USD to individuals or organizations studying the impact of AI on the communities they work with in Eastern and Southern Africa.

These grants will examine AI’s impact on human rights, economic justice, racial justice, community justice, gender justice, disability justice, LGBTQIA+ rights, and environmental justice.

For example, a grantee might research how algorithmic news feeds influence voters and elections in Nairobi. Or, a grantee might research how an AI chatbot brings legal services to the underserved in Johannesburg.

Type:

Grants

Who can Apply?

Applicants do not need to be experts in technology, internet governance, or digital rights — but should have some experience in sharing research whether through journals, blogs, newspapers, or websites. The Africa Innovation Mradi promotes models of innovation that are grounded in the unique needs of users on the African continent. The program explores and develops new technology, research, communities, and products in concert with a network of local partners.

Which Countries are Eligible?

Eastern & Southern African countries

How Many Awards?

At least six grants will be awarded.

What is the Benefit of Award?

Mozilla is providing grants from $5,000 to $10,000 USD to individuals and organizations studying the impact of AI on communities in Eastern and Southern Africa

How to Apply:

To apply, visit this site; to learn more, click here.

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