Championing Responsible AI: My Appointment as Global Ambassador for Australia
There are appointments that come with titles, and then there are appointments that come with purpose. Being named Global Ambassador for Australia at the Global Council for Responsible AI falls firmly into the latter category a responsibility I accept with both excitement and deep commitment to shaping how artificial intelligence serves humanity.
Why Responsible AI Matters Now More Than Ever
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept—it’s embedded in our daily lives, from the algorithms that curate our news feeds to the systems making critical decisions about healthcare, finance, and security. As AI’s influence grows exponentially, so does our responsibility to ensure it develops ethically.
The Global Council for Responsible AI serves as a crucial hub where experts, innovators, and thought leaders converge to ensure AI benefits society, respects human rights, and remains accountable. This isn’t just about technological advancement; it’s about ensuring that advancement serves everyone equitably.
The Ethical Imperative
My work in cybersecurity GRC has taught me that governance frameworks aren’t bureaucratic obstacles—they’re essential guardrails that enable innovation while protecting people. The same principle applies to AI governance, but with even higher stakes.
Without proper ethical frameworks, AI can perpetuate bias, erode privacy, and make decisions that affect lives without transparency or accountability. We’ve already seen algorithmic discrimination in hiring, facial recognition systems that fail for certain demographics, and AI-powered tools that concentrate power rather than democratize it.
Responsible AI development requires us to prioritize:
Fairness: Ensuring AI systems don’t discriminate based on race, gender, socioeconomic status, or other protected characteristics.
Transparency: Making AI decision-making processes understandable and auditable, not opaque black boxes.
Accountability: Establishing clear responsibility when AI systems cause harm or make errors.
Inclusivity: Involving diverse voices in AI development to prevent narrow perspectives from becoming embedded in systems that affect billions.
My Focus as Global Ambassador
Representing Australia in this global initiative means bridging cutting-edge AI innovation with practical ethical implementation. My ambassadorship centers on three core pillars:
Advocating for responsible AI practices: Working across Australia to ensure AI solutions are developed with ethical and societal considerations from day one, not as afterthoughts. This means engaging with businesses, government bodies, and research institutions to embed responsibility into AI development lifecycles.
Building collaborative networks: Shaping policies that support ethical AI frameworks requires bringing together diverse stakeholders technologists, policymakers, ethicists, community advocates, and business leaders. I’m committed to facilitating these crucial conversations and translating them into actionable frameworks.
Empowering responsible adoption: Many organizations want to embrace AI responsibly but lack clear guidance. I’m focused on making responsible AI accessible, with particular emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and ensuring AI benefits reach all stakeholders, not just the privileged few.
The Australia-UAE Connection
While serving as Australia’s ambassador, my base in the UAE creates unique opportunities for cross-regional collaboration. Both Australia and the UAE are investing heavily in AI innovation while recognizing the need for governance frameworks that protect citizens and build trust.
The UAE’s progressive AI governance initiatives and Australia’s strong tradition of ethical technology development can learn from each other. My position allows me to facilitate these exchanges, bringing global best practices to both regions.
Gratitude and Collaboration
This appointment wouldn’t be possible without the support of Carmen Marsh, the United Cybersecurity Alliance, and the incredible LinkedIn Cybersecurity Community that has championed this journey. Your encouragement, insights, and collaboration fuel this mission.
Special recognition to the Global Council for Responsible AI for creating this platform where we can collectively shape AI’s trajectory toward benefiting humanity rather than simply maximizing technological capability.
The Path Forward
As AI capabilities accelerate from generative AI transforming creative work to autonomous systems making life-or-death decisions the window for establishing responsible frameworks is closing. We cannot afford to develop first and regulate later; ethics must be foundational, not remedial.
My commitment as Global Ambassador is to ensure that Australia leads in responsible AI adoption, that diverse voices shape AI governance, and that we build systems that serve humanity’s best interests rather than narrow commercial or political goals.
The future of AI isn’t predetermined. It will be shaped by the choices we make today—the frameworks we establish, the values we embed, and the stakeholders we include in development. I’m honored to play a role in steering that future toward responsibility, equity, and human flourishing.
Together, we’re not just building smarter technology. We’re building technology that makes us better.
Working on AI governance or responsible AI implementation in your organization? Let’s connect and explore how we can advance ethical AI together.
By – Pooja Shimpi | Cybersecurity GRC & AI Governance Advisor
