Help children learn AI and Humanities

Our why

Teaching AI solely through a technical lens is no longer enough. While it’s essential for young people to develop strong technical skills, they also need a grounding in the humanities to critically engage with the technology like AI which is reshaping how we read, write, think, and relate to the world around us.

At THE labs, we introduce children to AI in a way that’s both hands-on and deeply reflective. We don’t just teach how AI works; we teach how to question it – ethically, socially, and philosophically. This balanced approach empowers students to become not just users or builders of technology, but thoughtful participants in shaping its future.

Our programs

THE labs runs two interdisciplinary afterschool programs on AI+Humanities for underserved children in grade 6 to 8 -

Foundations program - In this 40-hour program, children -

• Explore how AI learns from data
• Learn why gaps and errors in datasets matter
• Design and evaluate AI systems responsibly—by considering real-world social impact
• Reflect on accountability in real-world AI use.

In-depth program - We select 20-25% children who have completed foundations module to go through 200-hour program. In this program children -

• Understand the difference between AI cognition and human cognition
• Investigate how AI reflects and reinforces social stereotypes
• Design against bias, linking technology with justice and fairness
• Educate their community on misinformation, data collection and manipulation by AI algorithms
• Explore ethical and legal questions about copyrights and AI art
• Reflect on risks of misalignment and the urgent need for safe, transparent AI

Our Impact

Watch video of our students explaining how AI learns from data -

Watch video of our students sharing their research on AI bias -

Read our annual report here

Watch one of our students talking at an international conference here

Watch our students talking on AI and Humanities in a panel discussion here

Our ask

Our plan is to work with 600 children in academic year 25-26 and 4000 children in academic year 26-27. To achieve this target, we need you support. Below is how your donations can help us -

INR 2,000 - Sponsor foundations program for 1 student

INR 10,000 - Sponsor in-depth program for 1 student or foundations program for 5 students

INR 25,000 - Sponsor one fellow for one month who will teach 45 students

INR 50,000 - Sponsor one laptop that will be used by 400 students over 5 years

THE labs is the first organization in India to build an AI program children in grade 6 to 8. By donating any amount of your wish, you will join a community of some incredible supporters and become a pioneer in helping underserved children claim a seat at the table.