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Welcome back to our NewsBytes: Special Comeback Edition!

After our founder, Rhiana Spring, broke her leg in three places last year, we decided to close down our social media and communications to take some work off her shoulders. But you know her, nothing holds Rhiana back and so we still went full steam ahead in all other aspects of Spring ACT and are excited to share our highlights of last year with you!

As you explore each NewsByte, we hope you feel the depth of your involvement in something profound—a movement where your contribution truly matters. The impact we've achieved is a testament to the steadfast support and belief of individuals like you. Thank you for being part of Spring ACT.

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WHAT’S BEEN HAPPENING

?? Alliance to end Domestic Violence

This year saw collaborations with giants across industries, forging an important alliance with UN Women and Microsoft to end domestic violence for a compassionate, safer world! ??

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?? ?? Two Innovation Prizes

We were honoured to win the European Investment Bank’s Social Innovation Tournament??, as well as the European Innovation Award! These recognitions and financial support have been an honest lifesaver for us and crucially provided important platforms to advocate for survivors of domestic violence.

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???? “Europe’s Best Social Entrepreneur”

Our Founder Rhiana Spring is named “Europe’s best social entrepreneur” by the European Investment Bank!

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?? Sophia Comes to Life

Breaking barriers with Sophia: Together with Microsoft, UN Women, D-iD and Generative AI for Good, we made Sophia accessible to the 1.1 billion people with low-literacy levels. You can now chat to Sophia via video messages.

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?????? The Philippines Launch

Together with the Mayor of Quezon City, Manila and the Swiss Embassy, we brought Sophia to the 100 million residents of the Philippines and translated her into Tagalog.

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?? Raising Awareness Globally

We spent the year raising awareness on how to take action and find help if you are suffering from domestic abuse. This took us from the Google stage in Zürich to the world’s largest tech summit with over 70,000 people in Lisbon and a tech forum in the US. Newspapers from literally around the world helped us raise awareness by publishing 58 articles in 15 countries.

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?? PIONEERS IN TECH: DID YOU KNOW?

Mira Murati - the trailblazing innovator behind ChatGPT!

At just 35 years old, Mira Murati stands as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of OpenAI, guiding the company to the forefront of AI innovation. Her transformative leadership has positioned OpenAI as a game-changer in the field, sparking a widespread conversation about ChatGPT and prompting various sectors - from tech corporations to governments - to join in the AI revolution. Mira's commitment to regulating AI use reflects a deep understanding that with technology progressing at an unprecedented rate, AI advancements must benefit everyone.

To learn more on Mira Murati’s journey and the future of AI click on “read more” below.

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ACTIVISTS OF THE YEAR

OUR WONDERFUL TRANSLATOR VOLUNTEERS

We are excited to introduce you to our wonderful translator ACTivists (volunteers). We caught up with the inspiring individuals responsible for Sophia’s additional 6 new languages, who all worked tirelessly to help make Sophia accessible and understandable to more people.

Here’s an sneak peek from our interviews with our translators:

Why is social justice important to you?

“I believe every person deserves to feel safe and protected to be able to thrive!” – Viktoriia Margieva, from Russia

“We are all humans with the same basic needs for equality, love, safety, security, and respect.” – Sabah Bassam, from Iran

"It is important to me because it gives everyone equal opportunity to access justice and to access economic, political, and social opportunities.” – Rose Edward Ndege, from Tanzania

“It is very important for me. If it is helpful for at least one person, I’m glad I had the possibility to contribute.” – Sofiya Kalyandruk, from Ukraine

“I care about my work making a positive change. Therefore, I prioritise working with entrepreneurs and companies that are committed to ethical business practices and develop products and services that benefit society.” – Tanya Rozanes Olevski, from Israel

“I need fairness and equity in all aspects of life. I need freedom, happiness, trust and respect.” – Costantine Nyambajo, from Tanzania

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?? BOOK OF THE YEAR RECOMMENDATION

Our recommendation of the year is the groundbreaking book from our very own ACT Advisor Flynn Coleman

A Human Algorithm by Flynn Coleman

Coleman, an international human rights lawyer and Harvard and Yale University fellow, explores the imminent societal shift as intelligent machines redefine human existence. As we navigate the age of artificially intelligent (AI) machines, this fascinating narrative discusses the urgency of ethically designed AI and acts as a guidebook to reimagining life in the era of intelligent technology. Coleman advocates for instilling values in AI and emphasising the need for diverse perspectives in designing technology. From questioning human superiority to envisioning a more humane future, "A Human Algorithm" is a compelling guide for anyone eager to understand and navigate the profound implications of AI in our lives. An absolute a must read!

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