AI & Democracy Winner
Alicia Combaz I Founder and CEO I Make.org
Germany
Alicia Combaz is at the forefront of leveraging AI to strengthen democratic participation. As the founder and CEO of Make.org, Alicia has spent the last decade pioneering innovative, technology-driven approaches to civic engagement. By combining expertise in AI, social science, and governance, she is working to ensure that democratic processes are transparent, inclusive, and driven by citizens.
As founder and CEO, Alicia leads a team of 60 across Europe, focusing on ethical AI development and large-scale citizen engagement to transform society positively.
Transforming citizen engagement
Under Alicia's leadership, Make.org has empowered over 10 million citizens globally to shape policies on crucial issues like gender equality, environmental action, and healthcare. Through AI-driven platforms and large-scale consultations, the organization strengthens democratic processes and drives positive societal change.
Key Initiatives
Democratic Commons: A 2024 research program providing states and cities with free access to ethical AI tools for public institutions.
Agenda of Hope: A campaign that engaged young voters in the 2024 European elections, gathering 1.5 million votes and over 5,000 proposals.
Panoramic.ai A generative AI platform simplifying complex policy issues for greater public accessibility and engagement.
