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Responsible AI NHS Champions

Driving Responsible AI Innovation Across Health And Social Care

AI is already changing how care is delivered, from diagnostics to resource planning, opening up transformative opportunities to enhance health and social care services and improve outcomes. However, its rapid adoption also presents critical challenges, including ethical concerns, regulatory compliance, and the risk of inequities in care.

To address these challenges and ensure the responsible use of AI, the Responsible AI UK Health and Social Care Working Group is establishing a UK-wide network of Responsible AI NHS Champions who can lead locally to ensure we scale these efforts, spread best practices, and drive lasting, equitable impact. We work closely with the NHS AI Ambassador Network (led by NHS England and DHSC, supported by NHS Horizons) and other national partners, so Champions are connected to a wider community already working toward the same goals, rather than working in isolation.

Join a growing network of 150+ Champions already active across NHS organisations nationwide.

 

About The RAi UK Health and Social Care Working Group

This multidisciplinary group, comprising experts from academia, healthcare providers, industry, and government, serves as a convenor, curator, and advisor on responsible AI practices. Its mission includes:

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  • Advancing Ethical AI: Developing robust frameworks for safe and equitable AI deployment.

  • Promoting Confidence: Building workforce and public trust in AI applications.

  • Fostering Collaboration: Connecting health, academic, industry and government partners around shared priorities.

  • Ensuring Equity: Safeguarding the fair distribution of AI benefits across the healthcare landscape.

Read our latest research, The use of AI in UK healthcare: Six steps to building trust, led by the Working Group with contributions from Champions and our wider stakeholder network.

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What could an RAi NHS Champion do?

Responsible AI NHS Champions act as advocates and facilitators for responsible, safe and equitable AI use in their organisation, whether that's primary care, community services, mental health, acute care or social care. Areas of involvement can include:
  • Advocacy and awareness: Promote understanding of the potential of AI
  • Training and capacity building: Support colleagues in the best practice of AI
  • Ethical oversight: Ensure compliance with national policies and ethical standards
  • Collaboration and engagement: Work with patients, carers and community
  • Monitoring and evaluation: Assess impact of AI on outcomes, equity and efficiency
  • Policy development and alignment: Contribute to the development and alignment of AI-related policies at local & national levels.
  • Network engagement: Share best practice and dialogue nationally
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Why join the RAi NHS Champion Network?

By joining our network, you will benefit from:
  • Access to a diverse national network with other AI Champions and interdisciplinary experts
  • Contributing to a national repository of best practices, such as training materials and policy documents
  • Collaborating and connecting with leading researchers on AI projects and initiatives
  • Gaining recognition through awards for outstanding publications and other contributions to the responsible use of AI in health and social care
  • Access to support from the expertise of the RAi UK Health and Social Care Working Group
  • Attend annual network events, and other RAi UK events, to engage with thought leaders, share insights and stay ahead of latest developments

Who should become a network member?

We are looking for individuals who are ready to actively get involved and contribute to shaping how AI is adopted safely and effectively. You should be able to demonstrate:
  • Practical, hands-on experience of implementing AI or digital innovation within a health or care setting
  • The ability to influence adoption and practice at an organisational or system level
  • A commitment to embedding responsible AI principles into daily practice

How To Apply

Express your interest and tell us about yourself: https://bit.ly/AIChampionNHS.

For any queries about the network, please contact AIChampion@rai.ac.uk.

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