
Seminar: Guiding Strategic Decisions with AI & Doughnut Economics
Karen Doore leads a seminar on AI and designing humane systems that respond to radical changes driven by AI systems

Welcome to the latest Doughnut Economics
This online seminar series is co-hosted by Andrew Fanning, DEAL's Research & Data Analysis Lead, together with members of the network and invited guests. The aim is to connect scholar-activists worldwide in open and informal spaces around specific topics/initiatives related to Doughnut Economics research and action. Feel free to bring a snack. 🍩

Session Summary
This session will examine how artificial intelligence (AI), Doughnut Economics, and contemplative practices can inform adaptive strategies for navigating the radical changes driven by generative AI. We will explore systems thinking approaches, tipping points, and key levers of change that can guide decision-making toward humane, sustainable outcomes. Open questions for discussion include how modeling, simulation, and cross-boundary collaboration can simplify complexity, strengthen community agency, and foster resilience in rapidly evolving social, economic, and ecological contexts.
Speaker Bio
Karen Doore is an imaginative systems thinker, educator, and artist working at the intersection of complexity science, regenerative design, contemplative practice, and technological evolution. With advanced studies in intelligent systems and a passion for modeling and simulation, she creates frameworks for aligning technology with universal wellbeing. Karen’s work integrates narrative, neuroscience, and AI ethics to guide humane, distributed decision-making. She is the founder of HumanityPlusPlus.com.
How to Register
Please use this Zoom link to register for the seminar (also pasted at the top of this page). Upon registration (via zoom) you will receive an email confirmation. Please use the link in the email to add the event to your calendar. We may contact you with additional details and additional resources to start sharing examples, insights and/or questions.
Thank you for your interest in connecting with scholar-activist peers to explore research for action with Doughnut Economics – we look forward to learning with you!