AI Britain puts artificial intelligence in the hands of people who need it most. Free tools, free training, and free access to the digital economy — for unemployed and low-income communities across Britain.
AI Britain CIC was founded on a straightforward conviction: the benefits of artificial intelligence must not be reserved for those who can afford them.
We provide free AI education and tools to people who are unemployed, in low-income households, or living in digitally underserved communities. Our focus is on young people — the generation whose prospects will be shaped by whether they have access to these technologies now or not.
As a Community Interest Company, our articles of association lock every penny of surplus to our social purpose. We do not exist to extract value from communities. We exist to build it there.
Hands-on access to AI platforms for career development, content creation, and research — at no cost to participants.
Dedicated programmes for young people to build skills, launch ideas, and enter the digital economy on their own terms.
AI-powered mapping and analysis to help donors, agencies, and communities direct resources where they matter most.
Physical spaces — from library pods to innovation centres — designed to make digital participation genuinely accessible.
Practical AI tools for CV writing, interview preparation, skills development, and content creation — available at no charge to unemployed and low-income users.
Purpose-built technology spaces in public libraries — branded "1984" — bringing AI access to communities at no capital cost to local councils.
Scotland's first community AI innovation centre for young people. A Category B listed 1892 church in Aberdeen, next door to the Carnegie library.
Visualise development projects from NGOs and aid agencies across least-developed countries, layered with geospatial, climate, and socio-economic data.
AI analysis of environmental conditions and project outcomes to surface patterns that inform better decision-making by donors and implementers.
Access goals, activities, and outcomes from partner organisations. Customisable dashboards for donors and agencies to monitor programmes.
In 1892, Andrew Carnegie built a public library on Rosemount Viaduct, Aberdeen — free to all, regardless of class or income. His conviction was that access to knowledge was the foundation of human advancement.
Next door stands St Mark's Church — Carnegie's architectural neighbour — now vacant for five years and listed for sale by the Church of Scotland. AI Britain CIC proposes to acquire and convert this building into Scotland's first dedicated community AI innovation centre for young people, named in honour of Carnegie's philosophy.
"The library next door gave free access to books in 1892. The Carnegie Centre will give free access to artificial intelligence in the same spirit, in the same street, 133 years later."AI Britain CIC — Proposal to the General Trustees, 2025
The centre will serve young Scots from low-income and unemployed backgrounds — providing AI workstations, a content creation studio, entrepreneurship programmes, and research facilities. All services free at the point of use.
Express interest in partneringThe Library Digital Hubs programme puts AI directly into the buildings people already trust and visit. Each hub is a self-contained pod — branded "1984" — designed to slot into existing library floor plans without structural work or capital expenditure from the council.
The design is a hexagonal honeycomb structure with motorised entry, integrated audio isolation, and zone-differentiated lighting across five pod types. Each serves a different use case, from private AI-assisted job coaching to group collaboration and content creation.
Westminster has been identified as the strongest pilot borough. The model is designed to scale nationally once operational.
Single-occupancy workspace for AI-assisted job applications, CV writing, and career research.
Two-to-four person space for group projects, interview practice, and peer learning.
Equipped for audio and video content creation with integrated lighting and sound isolation.
Small-group digital skills sessions with screen-sharing and structured AI programmes.
Fully accessible design with adjustable workstations and assistive technology.
Whether you are a funder, a local authority, a community organisation, or an individual who wants to get involved — we want to hear from you.