AI 2030 Global Fellow Program-Application & Selection Timeline
📅 Application Period: Opens June 17, 2025, at the Chicago AI Week, and closes September 1, 2025
🔎 Selection Process: Evaluation by the AI 2030 selection committee
🎉 Global Fellow Announcement: September 24, 2025, at the AI 2030 Summit in New York
Background
As AI continues to reshape industries, societies, economies, and the environment there is an urgent need for ethical, responsible, and inclusive AI leadership. AI 2030 is committed to mainstreaming Responsible AI by fostering a global network of AI leaders who drive ethical innovation, industry best practices, and policy engagement. To achieve this mission, AI 2030 launched the  Global Fellow Program—a highly selective initiative designed to recognize and empower top AI 2030 members who are shaping the future of AI.
In 2024, 50+ exceptional fellows from 10 countries were selected, representing diverse expertise across AI policy, research, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship. These fellows played a pivotal role in high-impact initiatives, shaping global AI frameworks, driving responsible AI adoption in enterprises, and engaging in high-level dialogues with policymakers, business leaders, and investors at the world’s most influential forums like G20 Tech Sprint, the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) annual meeting, Dialogue of the Dialogue of Continents, AWS re:Invest, etc. They were featured at major AI events, including Chicago AI Week, the AI Governance Forum, and the AI 2030 Responsible AI Leaders Forum, amplifying their thought leadership and shaping industry conversations. Additionally, fellows contributed to some of AI 2030’s most transformative initiatives, such as the Responsible AI Marketplace, Global AI Regulation Index, and Responsible AI Design Labs, fostering practical solutions for ethical AI implementation. These outcomes demonstrate the power of global collaboration in advancing Responsible AI, setting a strong foundation for the 2025 cohort.
Program Objectives
AI 2030 Global Fellows will participate in a prestigious one-year leadership and engagement program, representing AI 2030’s highest-tier membership dedicated to shaping the future of Responsible AI. The Program aims to:
- Recognize and elevate leaders and innovators in Responsible AI.
- Build a Trusted Network of AI Trailblazers – Create a high-impact community of visionary leaders, fostering collaboration, mentorship, and global influence to drive groundbreaking advancements in Responsible AI.
- Expand High-Impact Initiatives – Empower fellows to lead and collaborate on transformative AI 2030 initiatives
- Equip fellows with exclusive opportunities, resources, and networks to amplify their impact.
- Position AI 2030 Global Fellows as influential thought leaders driving the advancement of AI technology, governance, policy, ethical adoption, and industry best practices.
AI 2030 Global Fellow Program Tiers
The program consists of three prestigious categories, recognizing individuals at different stages of leadership and influence in Responsible AI. To sustain the prestige, exclusivity, and high-impact opportunities of the AI 2030 Global Fellow Program, an annual membership fee will be introduced for each tier starting in 2025. However, as part of AI 2030’s commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-impact global community, all 2024 Fellows and Senior Fellows will receive a full membership fee waiver for 2025—but they must reapply to maintain their status in the program.
AI 2030 Fellow (Emerging Leaders & Rising Experts)
💰 Annual Membership Fees: $1000 per year
💡 Who Qualifies?
- Early to mid-career professionals making significant contributions to Responsible AI.
- AI researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals driving responsible AI innovation.
- Entrepreneurs and corporate leaders advancing ethical AI solutions.
🎯 Key Benefits:
✅ Recognition as an AI 2030 Global Fellow on our website, member portal, and social media channels.
✅ Access to AI 2030 exclusive events, working groups, and leadership forums.
✅ Opportunities to contribute and advance AI thought leadership (panel discussions, roundtables, and publications).
✅ Collaboration with fellow experts and AI 2030 partners on Responsible AI initiatives.
AI 2030 Senior Fellow (Proven Leaders & Industry Influencers)
💰 Annual Membership Fees: $2000 per year
💡 Who Qualifies?
- Established professionals with 10+ years of experience in AI, policy, ethics, or industry.
- Senior executives, researchers, or policymakers shaping AI governance and standards.
- Influencers in AI strategy, innovation, or regulation.
🎯 Key Benefits:
✅ Recognition as an AI 2030 Senior Fellow on our website, member portal,AI 2030 Show, and social media channels.
✅ Opportunities to mentor AI 2030 Fellows.
✅ Exclusive invitations to closed-door policy roundtables and strategy meetings.
✅ Eligibility to serve on the AI 2030 Advisory Board & Selection Committee.
✅ High-profile speaking opportunities at AI 2030 Summits and industry events.
AI 2030 Distinguished Fellow (Global Visionaries & AI Trailblazers)
💰 Annual Membership Fees: $5000 per year
💡 Who Qualifies?
- By invitation only; not open for applications.
- Visionary leaders who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to Responsible AI.
- Global AI policymakers, C-suite executives, leading academics, and industry pioneers.
- Individuals shaping the future of AI through policy, governance, research, or large-scale innovation.
🎯 Key Benefits:
✅ Lifetime designation as an AI 2030 Distinguished Fellow.
✅ Invitation to AI 2030 Leadership Council for high-impact strategy development.
✅ Direct engagement with global policymakers and CEOs to shape AI’s future.
✅ VIP access to AI 2030’s top-tier networking events, policy summits, and innovation forums.
✅ AI 2030 Spotlight Feature – high-visibility thought leadership across AI 2030 platforms.
Selection Criteria
Selection Criteria: The selection committee will evaluate applicants based on:
- Expertise & Impact – Proven contributions to AI research, industry, or policy.
- Leadership & Community Empowerment– Demonstrates strong leadership in AI while actively engaging and empowering communities through AI initiatives.
- Collaboration & Influence – Ability to drive cross-sector collaboration and industry-wide change.
- Innovation & Vision – Unique approaches to addressing AI’s ethical, regulatory, and technological challenges.
A selection committee of AI 2030 executive team members and esteemed AI leaders will evaluate applications and select fellows based on merit.
Conclusion
The AI 2030 Global Fellow Program is a game-changer in Responsible AI leadership. By recognizing, empowering, and mobilizing top AI professionals, this program will accelerate AI’s positive impact on society while addressing its risks.
Join us in shaping the future of Responsible AI. Apply now and become part of this exclusive leadership network.