AI Safety & Governance Contract

Incubator, Democracy x AI Cohort

Mozilla Foundation

Posted

Feb 24, 2026

Location

Remote

Type

Contract

Compensation

$50000 - $9999999

Deadline

⏰ Mar 16, 2026

Mission

What you will drive

Core responsibilities:

  • Develop AI systems that strengthen democracy through a 12-month incubator program
  • Advance a working prototype focused on information quality, institutional transparency, or civic space protection
  • Participate in monthly cohort calls, expert mentorship, and skills workshops
  • Document approach and outcomes in a public report to benefit the broader field

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role creates positive change by developing AI systems that strengthen democracy through improved information quality, institutional transparency, and civic space protection, with outcomes shared publicly to benefit the broader field.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Required skills and qualifications:

  • Experience developing AI systems or working prototypes
  • Interest in democracy-strengthening applications of AI
  • Ability to participate in cohort activities and mentorship programs
  • Commitment to documenting and sharing outcomes publicly

Benefits

What's in it for you

Benefits include:

  • $50,000 funding for the 12-month incubator program
  • Monthly cohort calls, expert mentorship, and tailored skills workshops
  • Access to Mozilla's global network of technologists, activists, and funders
  • Opportunity to build sustainable support for your project

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