OpenAI has announced a $2 million contribution to a global scientific research network studying the effects of artificial intelligence on children. The commitment was made at the Paris Peace Forum as part of the Charter of Engagement for Safer AI for Children.
How the funding will be used
The donation will primarily support shared measurement work: developing tools and methodologies that researchers can use to better understand and quantify AI’s risks and opportunities for children. These shared measures aim to inform the development of safer products and evidence-based public policy.
Charter principles and research independence
The Charter of Engagement for Safer AI for Children outlines common principles for safe, age-appropriate AI and establishes a research programme with protections for its independence. Under the charter, research teams retain control over their conclusions and will publish their findings, including negative or inconclusive results.
Why this matters
The initiative seeks to build the empirical evidence needed to maximize AI’s benefits for young people—such as learning, creativity and opportunity—while addressing risks to their safety and development. OpenAI frames the contribution as consistent with its support for comprehensive youth AI safety legislation that combines strong, enforceable protections with preserved access to beneficial tools.
Expectations and collaboration
OpenAI says effective frameworks should include age-appropriate safeguards by default, parental tools, regular risk assessment and mitigation, and meaningful accountability. The company also expressed an intent to engage with European policymakers as the EU Kids Act is developed and to collaborate with partners worldwide to strengthen protections and opportunities for young people.
Summary
The $2 million pledge joins an international effort to create shared measurement tools and publicly available research about AI’s impact on children. The work aims to support safer product design and better-informed regulation while protecting the independence and transparency of the research.
