Partnership on AI Announce New Series of Short Films on AI and Society

2026-05-20 · Source: Partnership on AI · Field: Technology & Digital — Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Responsible AI & Governance · Depth: Fundamental Awareness, quick

Summary

Partnership on AI (PAI) and BBC StoryWorks Commercial Productions are launching the second series of "Beyond the Code," a short film series exploring artificial intelligence. The first series, released in 2024, garnered over 1.5 million views and 99 million social media impressions by examining human stories behind AI systems and efforts to ensure equitable, transparent, and beneficial AI development. The new series, announced May 20, 2026, seeks real-world AI case studies across four themes: "Work in Progress" (workforce transition, education), "The Invisible Grid" (smart cities, climate response), "Care and Code" (healthcare transformation), and "The Global Exchange" (supply chain efficiency). Organizations are invited to submit their stories by June 3rd, 2026, with selected participants engaging BBC StoryWorks for content production, which involves a fee.

Key takeaway

For organizations actively deploying AI solutions, consider submitting your real-world case studies to PAI's "Beyond the Code" series by June 3rd, 2026. This offers a platform to showcase your contributions to responsible AI development across critical sectors like healthcare, infrastructure, or supply chains, potentially influencing public perception and policy discussions. Be prepared for a production fee if selected.

Key insights

Partnership on AI seeks real-world AI case studies for a new film series to foster responsible AI development.

Principles

• AI is shifting from speculative to structural in critical systems.
• Accountability, trust, and equitable access define AI's business and public discourse.

Method

Organizations submit stories via a form by June 3rd, 2026. Selected entities then engage BBC StoryWorks' creative teams for paid content production, with distribution support from PAI.

In practice

• Explore AI's impact on workforce transition and education.
• Investigate AI in smart cities, climate response, and infrastructure.
• Examine AI's role in healthcare and global supply chains.

Topics

• Partnership on AI
• BBC StoryWorks
• AI Ethics
• Responsible AI
• AI Applications
• Branded Content
• Case Studies

Best for: AI Ethicist, Policy Maker, General Interest

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