Damian Ciachorowski

Damian Ciachorowski
An expert in non-governmental organizations, I possess a deep understanding of development strategies within public-private partnerships. Specializing in crafting effective development strategies, building multicultural teams, and accelerating and managing non-governmental organizations, my educational and professional background is robust and diverse. I hold a Bachelor's degree and pursued postgraduate studies in AI and Business from the prestigious Leon Kozminski Academy. My academic journey also includes a Master's degree from the University of Gdańsk, where I wrote a dissertation focused on AI in Business Management, delving deep into the practical and theoretical applications of AI in managing modern businesses.
Damian Ciachorowski Footprint in GAIA

I have participated in and coordinated over 100 international projects, including research, educational, technological, training projects, and conferences. My expertise also extends to project methodology, where I have a proven track record of success. In recognition of my contributions, I was honored with the European award Eurodesk 2013 Champion of European Youth Information and Dissemination Award for the best project in Europe in the field of youth information.Currently, I am a Ph.D. Candidate at the Gdańsk University of Technology, where my research focuses on sustainable digital technology. This research endeavor reflects my commitment to contributing knowledge and solutions that are not only technologically advanced but also sustainable and responsible in the long term. My academic and professional journeys intertwine, creating a unique blend of practical experience and theoretical knowledge, allowing me to approach challenges with a holistic and informed perspective.

GAIA’s Contribution to Internet Governance Forum2023: Advocating for Compassionate AI

The Internet Governance Forum (IGF), hosted by the United Nations, stands as a pivotal event for shaping digital public policy. This year, its 18th edition took place in Kyoto, Japan, from October 8 to 12, 2023, under the theme: "The Internet We Want – Empowering All People." Bringing together policymakers,...

GAIA recognized as one of the year’s most intriguing impact startups in Koźmiński Business Hub’s report

Path to Sustainability: examining Poland’s positive impact startup ecosystem in Koźmiński Business Hub’s report Discover the transformative power of positive impact startups in Poland’s innovation ecosystem. 2023 Positive Impact Startup Report issued by Koźmiński Business Hub delves into the rising trend of startups that aim to make a positive difference in their communities. With...

GAIA at Trend House: joining AI innovators and investor

Trend House’s journey into blockchain, emerging technologies and GAIA’s Compassion AI Imagine a place where innovators, creators and visionaries gather to shape the future – a hub for tech disruptors. That place is Trend House, an Innovation Ecosystem Clubhouse designed to inspire, connect and catalyze groundbreaking ideas. Trend House over recent years...

GAIA is launching a 200k EUR start-up contest for AI solutions promoting human development

Join the Rebels to win 20k EUR prize and 180k EUR idea acceleration support The Global Artificial Intelligence Association (GAIA) is partnering with Dictador to launch a start-up contest with a 200k EUR award. “Join the Rebels” honours AI-powered solutions that use gamification and flow state to support human psychological, emotional and...

GAIA and Hanson Robotics join forces to boost digital transformation in Europe with EDIH project

GAIA partners with Hanson Robotics for European Digital Innovation Hubs project to drive digital transformation GAIA, in partnership with Hanson Robotics, became a partner in the European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH) project which is a part of the European Union’s Digital Europe Programme for 2021-2027. The project aims to help companies...

Breaking barriers in AI: GAIA’s expedition from Virtual Florence to Karpacz Economic Forum

In an extraordinary collaboration GAIA and Omdena GAIA prototyped a groundbreaking concept of conscious and compassionate AI. The transformative partnership was ignited during the Virtual Florence meeting at the iMind Institute in May 2022. Leading experts from diverse backgrounds united to lay the foundation for Collaboration, Compassion and Consciousness (3C) principles. This has ultimately...

Revolutionizing AI: GAIA and Omdena collaborate on conscious AI prototyping

GAIA’s unprecedented partnership with Omdena sparks paradigm shift in AI development‍ GAIA, a multidisciplinary start-up, embarked on an unprecedented collaboration with Omdena to prototype a groundbreaking concept of conscious & compassion AI. The transformative partnership stems from the inaugural Virtual Florence meeting held in iMind Institute in May 2022. The event brought together leading...

Sophia the robot makes history with 50 000 EUR painting sale at top charity 2022 auction

Sophia’s painting “Ukraine Stands” sells for 50 000 EUR at charity auction A painting created by Sophia, Hanson Robotics’ most advanced human-like robot, was auctioned off for a staggering amount at the “Top Charity 2022” auction. The auction organized by the Omenaa Mensah Foundation took place on May 21st, 2022 in the...

Exploring the future of AI: insights from GAIA’s Action Tank 2022

Experts discuss Compassion AI and conscious change through GAIA Action Tank In May 2022, the Global Artificial Intelligence Association (GAIA) united visionaries from diverse backgrounds at the iMind Institute, launching the Virtual Florence meeting. Centered around the principles of Collaboration, Compassion and Consciousness, this gathering set the stage for Compassion AI through...

The best private investors in 2021 will be awarded in the Business Angel of the Year competition

Business angels, i.e. private investors who support startups through ‘smart money’ – capital, as well as knowledge, experience and access to a network of contacts – help young companies enter new stages of development. The best business angels have a chance to receive one of the four prizes awarded in...

Masters & Robots with GAIA

How can we make technologies that surround us become emotion-aware and our interactions with them more personalized, relevant, and authentic? To develop systems based on AI, which will have a profound understanding of human needs and behaviour, we need to equip them with empathy, as they must generate real-time insights...

GAIA’s incubation success: fostering AI innovation at Trend House

From innovation to incubation: GAIA’s progress at Trend House GAIA has completed a three-month incubation program at Trend House. On January 21, a conference took place at Venture Cafe Warsaw Foundation within the Cambridge Innovation Center, marking the completion. Trend House, renowned as an Innovation Ecosystem Clubhouse, served as the perfect...

Road to IGF 2021 – “Ethics in Technology” conference

UN Internet Governance Forum in December in Katowice, Poland. And already on May 31 one of the preceding events, with participation of world-class experts – the “Ethics in Technology” conference. You are invited!  How to combine technological reality with universal values? Answers to this question are sought not only by...

GAIA at the AI webinar at the Polish Embassy in Sweden

Challenges, barriers and expectations related to the development of Artificial Intelligence in Poland and Sweden – these are the topics of the webinar organized by the Polish Embassy in Stockholm on November 9. The GAIA Foundation was represented by Damian Ciachorowski. The panelists wondered how to increase European investment in...

We are starting a project regarding the Endowment Capital

The National Institute of Freedom – Center for the Development of Civil Society selected six organizations from over 150 applications, each of which received half a million zlotys in funding under the Civic Organizations Development Program. Among these selected initiatives was our organization – GAIA. The money will be used...

GAIA starts Think Tank which brings together geniuses from around the world

We are passionate about many very different disciplines. As dreamers and practitioners from different worlds, we fight for good times for ourselves and future generations. Among us there are scientists, entrepreneurs, activists and politicians who perceive reality in different ways. GAIA creates a Think Tank, where combined experience, multidisciplinary passions...