Boston, August 14, 2025
Boston Global Forum (BGF) and AI World Society (AIWS) today officially announced the signing of the BGF–AIWS Family Charter and the establishment of the BGF–AIWS Family in Boston, marking a new milestone in uniting global leaders, thinkers, and innovators under shared values of peace, enlightenment, and responsible AI development.
This Charter represents the official establishment of a global community of leaders, thinkers, and innovators guided by ethics, innovation, and compassion, committed to shaping a better future in the Age of AI.
The Charter was signed by Governor Michael Dukakis, Co-founder and Chair of BGF, and Nguyen Anh Tuan, Co-founder and Co-Chair of BGF, establishing the framework for a global community committed to advancing AI for the common good.
Key Provisions of the BGF–AIWS Family Charter:
- Article 1 – Composition: Defines the members of the BGF–AIWS Family, including founders, members of the BGF–AIWS Board of Directors, award recipients, members of various boards such as the Executive Board, Board of Thinkers, Global Enlightened Leaders Board, AIWS Digital Assets Board, AIWS Brands and Values Board, members of the Enlightenment in Action Alliance (EAA), the Michael Dukakis Institute, the Shinzo Abe Initiative, and AIWS Music Ambassadors for Humanity.
- Article 2 – Other Members: Outlines how individuals not listed in Article 1 can become members through at least two years of voluntary contributions and by upholding the Family’s values and ethics.
- Article 3 – Recognition and Termination: Explains the process for confirming new members and the grounds for terminating membership if core values are violated.
- Article 4 – Nature: States that the BGF–AIWS Family is not a legal entity but a community bound by love, respect, and noble shared values.
The BGF–AIWS Family brings together founders, members of the BGF–AIWS Board of Directors, recipients of the World Leader for Peace and Security Award and the World Leader in AIWS Award, leading thinkers, innovators, and cultural ambassadors, including the Michael Dukakis Institute and the Shinzo Abe Initiative.
Governor Michael Dukakis stated:
“The BGF–AIWS Family is not just an organization – it is a global community bound by trust, respect, and the commitment to making AI serve humanity.”
Nguyen Anh Tuan added:
“By establishing the BGF–AIWS Family Charter, we are laying the foundation for a network of leaders and visionaries who will work together to realize the AI World Society.”
The Charter affirms that the BGF–AIWS Family is not a legal entity, but a network united by love, respect, and shared noble values, committed to supporting each other and advancing initiatives that benefit humanity.
Read the full BGF–AIWS Family Charter here
About Boston Global Forum (BGF)
Founded in 2012, Boston Global Forum is a think tank and high-level policy center bringing together leaders and experts to address global issues, with a focus on AI governance, peace, and security.
About AI World Society (AIWS)
Founded in 2017, AIWS aims to shape a world with a society model where AI is developed and applied in ways that enhance human dignity, democracy, and prosperity.
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