NLFunding for Addressing Risks From Transformative AI
Coefficient GivingRemote
Why this is on the board
This is less a job than a rolling grant scheme: you apply to Coefficient Giving (formerly Open Philanthropy, one of the largest philanthropic funders in this area) for money for a course, fellowship, event or podcast that teaches more people to work on the risks of powerful AI. The leverage lies in that multiplication. One good training programme can bring dozens of people into AI safety, though you rarely know in advance which projects will actually deliver on that.
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About the role
Grants supporting projects that grow the field of work addressing risks from transformative AI. - Funds training and mentorship programmes, fellowships, courses, and bootcamps. - Funds events such as conferences, workshops, retreats, hackathons, and networking gatherings. - Funds groups and meetups bringing together professionals interested in AI risk work. - Funds resources and media including books, podcasts, videos, newsletters, and online content. - Rolling applications from individuals a…
Want to understand this first?
Start with our free course: about 100 minutes in six short units, at your own pace, with no sign-up. To go further, apply for the EA Fellowship: five weeks of reading and discussion in a small group. Also free, but selective.