IATP does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to generate any of our written publications, images, videos, email communications, or social media content. We do not use AI-generated material as a research source or basis for analysis.
We have strong concerns about the environmental and social impacts of AI technology, as well as the accuracy of AI-generated information, the biases built into AI models, and the security of data used for AI training. As a respected organization known for accurate research and analysis, it is important for IATP to use verifiable sources and transparent data analysis methods, and for authors to produce original writing that reflects their expertise — especially as the wider information landscape becomes polluted with AI “slop” and misinformation.
However, while IATP staff are not to use AI to generate written or visual content for publication, the wide range of technologies labeled “AI” and the aggressive integration of AI into existing platforms and programs make it nearly impossible to avoid AI usage entirely. Additionally, some use-cases of AI-assisted technology for transcription, translation, editing, summarization, and organization may be useful and timesaving when paired with careful review by human authors.
We must make every effort to maintain our integrity, accuracy, privacy, and values while adapting to a rapidly changing information and technology landscape. The following guidelines are an attempt to grapple with what that means. They will continue to evolve based on staff feedback and discussion and in response to changing technology.
Download a PDF of IATP's internal AI-use guidelines.
