AI is rapidly reshaping our world and how we interact with our environment. For children, however, those changes present unique challenges, as their brains are still developing. From birth to around 25 years of age, the brain experiences sensitive periods when learning is at its peak for specific skills, making it exceptionally adaptable but also leaving it particularly vulnerable in inadequately stimulating environments. AI holds significant potential in this context—it can either enhance development, notably through educational tools, or hinder it by reshaping the experiences that influence how children engage with the world and those around them.

To ensure AI supports rather than disrupts development, we must integrate deep human insight with technical innovation. AI can foster cognitive and socio-emotional growth, but only when it is designed with a deep understanding of human functioning. Unlocking its potential while minimizing harm requires building transdisciplinary collaborations across all stakeholders—including governments, international organizations, tech companies, investors, researchers, civil society representatives – NGOs, educators, families —to ensure the development, deployment and adoption of beneficial AI for children.

Everyone.ai and the Paris Peace Forum are co-launching a multistakeholder international coalition at the Paris AI Action Summit.

Is your Government, Company, or NGO interested in making an impact? Join the Coalition and collaborate with like-minded partners to drive meaningful change. For more information, contact Anne-Sophie at annesophie@everyone.ai.