Sentient Futures works toward a world where the wellbeing of all sentient beings is considered, whether they're animals, digital minds, or other forms of artificial sentience. Sentience doesn't require intelligence, and as emerging technologies reshape what's possible, the range of beings whose welfare matters is expanding. Our community brings together researchers, advocates, and practitioners working at the intersection of AI, animal welfare, and the long-term future.
We periodically need volunteers for specific projects and events. If you're interested, fill out the form below and we'll add you to our database. When something comes up that fits your skills or location, we'll reach out.
Help keep our 1,500+ member Slack community thriving.
Support the community as needs come up. This could mean welcoming new members, helping surface relevant conversations, connecting people across channels, or pitching in on other community tasks. We reach out when something specific comes up.
Link community members with opportunities, connect people who should know each other, and reach out to organizations about roles and programs that might benefit our members.
We host summits and gatherings throughout the year in locations like the Bay Area, London, and NYC. Event volunteers help with:
Time commitment varies by event (typically 4-8 hours per event). We'll reach out when events are coming up in your region.