On the last Monday of the year, I had the privilege of collaborating with my lab to deliver a mini-course on prompt engineering for the Institute for Integrated Transitions (IFIT). IFIT’s remarkable work supports fragile and conflict-affected states in achieving inclusive negotiations and sustainable transitions out of war, crisis, or authoritarianism. From their role in the Colombia-FARC peace-building process to their ongoing efforts in Sudan, their impact is both inspiring and transformative.
Course Highlights
Our mini-course focused on equipping IFIT with tools to use generative AI in their peace-building initiatives. Specifically, we explored how to design surveys that can illuminate regional polarization dynamics in Sudan. Here’s what we covered:
- Creating open-ended and multiple-choice survey questions to understand the effects of tribal and ethnic affiliations on polarization.
- Using AI to iterate and refine survey questions for clarity and cultural sensitivity.
- Tailoring surveys for different populations and translating them into local languages using AI tools.
- Employing AI for A/B testing to optimize survey effectiveness.
A Team Effort
This course was a true team effort. A big thank you to Jesse Nava, our program manager, and Rafael Morales from UNAM. Their extensive experience creating surveys for marginalized communities and working with gang-affiliated networks added invaluable depth and expertise to the course.
Explore More
If you’re interested in learning more about how generative AI can support peace-building initiatives, we’ve made our slides available for further exploration. We hope they inspire new ways to leverage technology for positive change.
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