AI Usage Policy

At Humanity Increased, we are committed to protecting the dignity, privacy, and safety of the people we serve. This sometimes requires us to make choices about how we represent individuals, families, and communities in our communications.

Why We May Use AI-Generated Images

  • Respect for Beneficiaries:
     There are situations where photographing people directly is not appropriate. For example, beneficiaries may not be comfortable being photographed, may not have given consent, or may face stigma, harassment, or danger if their identity is revealed.
  • Maintaining Dignity:
     In humanitarian work, some circumstances—such as poverty, illness, or displacement—are deeply personal and sensitive. Rather than risk portraying beneficiaries in a way that could strip them of dignity, we may use AI-generated visuals to represent their story.
  • Security Concerns:
     In areas affected by conflict, persecution, or political instability, showing real identities can put people at risk. AI images allow us to highlight the urgent need without compromising safety.

How We Use AI

  • Substitution, not fabrication:
     AI images may be used as respectful stand-ins where real photography is not possible or ethical. The stories and projects remain entirely real.
  • No exploitation:
     We do not use AI to sensationalize suffering or dramatize reality. We use it only when it allows us to tell a story with dignity and respect.
  • Human oversight:
     All AI content is carefully reviewed by our team to ensure it aligns with our values, protects beneficiaries, and accurately reflects the reality of the work.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Truthfulness: Every project, statistic, and need presented by Humanity Increased is authentic, even if the accompanying image is not of the specific individual.
  • Dignity First: When in doubt, we will choose privacy and dignity over exposure.
  • Transparency with Purpose: While we may not always indicate which images are AI-generated, our communications will never misrepresent the nature of our work.

In summary: Humanity Increased may use AI-generated images instead of real photos when consent is not possible, when safety is at risk, or when it is more dignified for beneficiaries. What will never change is our commitment to honesty, respect, and the humanity of those we serve.