Connecting “AI and Emotions” in Education and Employment

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BEOK Project – “Emotions & Entrepreneurship Binomial”

On Monday, December 2, CIFP Carlos III hosted the event “Emotions & Entrepreneurship Binomial,” which highlighted the importance of emotions as a cross-cutting theme in education, employment, and personal well-being.

The event was part of the BE OK Project, an initiative aimed at promoting emotional well-being in the classroom, preventing bullying, and encouraging positive coexistence. Activities during the event included the “That Thing We Love” Monologue Contest and the roundtable discussion “Entrepreneurship with Heart,” featuring professionals from organizations such as AMEP, CAVI Cartagena, and ASES. Topics such as mental health and diversity inclusion were also addressed, with support from local authorities in Cartagena, including Cristina Mora Menéndez de la Vega, Councilor for the Department of Social Policy, Equality, and Family.



The Importance of Socio-Emotional Competencies


The presentation by Cristóbal Sánchez, FCT Tutor in Commercial Activities at CIFP Carlos III, offered a comprehensive perspective on the need to work on Social and Emotional Skills (SSES, Survey on Social and Emotional Skills) as the foundation for holistic education and each student’s professional development. Cristóbal emphasized that:

  • SSES can be trained, ranging from digital emotional literacy to emotional regulation, including skills such as empathy, resilience, and decision-making.
  • Neglecting emotional development has significant consequences, including mental health issues like anxiety and depression, interpersonal conflicts, and lower academic performance.
  • Working on emotions not only improves well-being but is also essential for professional success, enhancing resilience, motivation, and personal initiative.

He also highlighted that SSES have a direct impact on:

  • Academic performance – improving learning outcomes and reducing dropout rates.
  • Emotional health – lowering anxiety, bullying, and school absenteeism.
  • Employability – developing essential job skills such as empathy and collaboration.


It was also emphasized that there is a pressing need to train teachers in emotional education, update educational curricula, and leverage the current legal framework to integrate SSES as a core component of learning.



Human AI: AI in the Service of Socio-Emotional Development

In this context, our CEO María Beunza joined the event virtually to present Human AI as an innovative technological solution for assessing and developing socio-emotional competencies. María emphasized that evaluating SSES is not just an innovation—it is a necessity recognized by global organizations like the OECD and UNESCO to bridge education, employability, and well-being.

María shared how Human AI enables:

  • The evaluation of over 35 socio-emotional competencies without the need for questionnaires or traditional tests, providing accurate and objective results.
  • The transformation of language into data, and data into personalized reports that guide both educational institutions and HR departments in strategic decision-making.
  • The generation of practical insights for students, professionals, and organizations—enabling evidence-based decisions.
  • A deeper understanding of potential, helping students and professionals turn their talents into real impact by connecting socio-emotional skills to career success.

We are also proud to announce that CIFP Carlos III has joined our innovation lab by participating in the TutorIA Project. Alongside institutions such as Jesuitinas School and the Itínere Educational Network, this collaboration aims to foster students’ holistic development through the evaluation and strengthening of SSES.

We thank CIFP Carlos III for creating this space for reflection and innovation, allowing us to move forward toward a more human-centered approach to education.

AI for Good: Artificial Intelligence in the Service of Sustainable Development

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AI for Good is more than a platform—it is a bridge between technological innovation and global well-being.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already a key tool in tackling some of the most urgent challenges of our time. From climate change to digital equity, this United Nations initiative is leading the way to ensure that AI is not only innovative, but also inclusive and responsible.

Through its commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), AI for Good connects global leaders, innovators, and decision-makers, transforming the potential of AI into concrete solutions that serve both people and the planet.


What is AI for Good and Why Does It Matter?

With just five years remaining to reach the SDGs, AI for Good acts as a bridge between innovators and key sectors. Its mission is clear: to use AI in a trustworthy way to address global challenges such as climate change, health, education, and digital equity.

As Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the ITU, stated:

“In 2024, one-third of humanity remains offline—excluded from the AI revolution. This digital and technological divide is no longer acceptable.”


AI for Good Global Summit 2024


The latest edition, held in Geneva, was a vibrant stage for innovation and reflection. From robots interacting with attendees to panels on inclusive governance, the summit showcased how AI can be a powerful force for good.

Among the standout highlights:

  • Bioniks, a Pakistani startup creating affordable, brain-controlled bionic prosthetics.
  • Ultrasound AI, a women-led project in the U.S. aiming to improve prenatal care through advanced analytics.
  • Anti-disinformation technologies, used by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to detect suspicious content during electoral processes.


In addition to the innovations presented, the summit emphasized the urgent need for ethical governance to ensure that these technologies benefit everyone in an inclusive and equitable way.

The summit didn’t just present ideas—it showcased real-world solutions with practical applications:

  • Bio-inspired drones for disaster rescue operations.
  • Brain-computer interfaces, enabling people with disabilities to control devices with their minds.
  • Social robots, like Leka, designed to support children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

The success of these initiatives serves as an inspiration to continue the conversation and drive innovation in future editions of the summit.


Upcoming Global Summit: AI for Good 2025

With a strong focus on global collaboration, the next edition of AI for Good will take place from July 8 to 11, 2025, in Geneva. The event promises to remain a hub for inclusive innovation, fostering international standards and technological solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).


How Does Human AI Fit Into This Global Vision?


Human AI: Artificial Intelligence for Good

At Human AI, we share AI for Good’s vision of putting artificial intelligence at the service of people and sustainable development. We believe in technology that not only measures skills and competencies but also enhances human well-being, inclusion, and educational progress.


Our Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):

  • SDG 4: Quality Education – We promote the assessment and development of socio-emotional competencies to improve learning and training processes.
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – We help companies and organizations identify and develop human talent in a fair, objective, and inclusive way.
  • SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities – Our technology is designed to eliminate bias and promote equitable opportunities in both education and employment.
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – We collaborate with academic institutions, businesses, and governments to scale solutions that create a positive impact on people and society.

At Human AI, our mission is clear: to humanize technology and ensure its use is ethical, inclusive, and focused on empowering human potential. Because we believe that AI is not an end in itself—it is a tool in the service of human development.

As Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), reminded us:

“The future doesn’t begin with algorithms, but with us. In our brain—the most complex, powerful, and creative computer the world has ever known.”

Are we ready to lead this transformation and take responsibility as the generation of AI for Good?

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Artificial intelligence and innovation

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Technological innovation uses various disruptive areas to have a positive impact. Currently, one of those that is having the greatest impact on our lives and on public opinion is artificial intelligence (AI), one of the innovative technologies of the digital revolution.

The field of artificial intelligence has made remarkable progress in recent years and is having a real impact on people. Although the current state of AI technology is still a long way from the foundational aspiration of recreating human-like intelligence, research and development teams are taking advantage of these advances and progressively incorporating them. The ability of computer programs to perform sophisticated text, image and language processing tasks has advanced significantly; for example, in healthcare it is already becoming a reality.

Taking the pulse of innovation

Stanford has a dedicated center that publishes rigorous reports every 4 years on the state and projections for the future, as well as the impact on people and society. This report describes active areas of AI research and innovation poised to have a beneficial impact in the near term.

“Artificial intelligence technology is progressing in so many directions and progress is being driven by so many different organizations that it will surely continue. AI100 is an innovative and forward-thinking response to this trend, an opportunity for us as a society to determine the path of our future and not simply let it develop without us noticing.”

Tom Mitchell, Professor and researcher of Maching Leraning, AI and cognitive neuroscience.

Taking the pulse of technological innovation these days is essential. Only on the basis of a real impact analysis of AI will it be possible to make the right decisions, with a goodtech approach and with ethical and responsible criteria. Artificial intelligence seems to be the future, but it is important to make sure that it is a future in which we want and can live as humans.

What are the most promising opportunities for AI?

One of the opportunities the report notes involves AI capable of augmenting human capabilities. Such systems can be valuable in situations where humans and AI have complementary strengths.

For example, in healthcare, an AI system can synthesize large amounts of clinical data to identify a set of treatments for a particular patient along with potential side effects; a human physician can work with the patient to identify which option best suits his or her lifestyle and goals, and explore creative ways to mitigate side effects that were not part of the AI design space.

An AI system may be better at synthesizing available data while a human being may be better at understanding the implications of the data, working with objectives that are difficult to fully quantify and identifying creative actions beyond what the AI may be programmed to analyze.

Artificial intelligence is not only automation of tasks and processes, it also can be and is a catalyst for innovation in different sectors. The challenge is to reconcile innovation with humanization, both of the technology and of the people who make use of it. In this way this binomial will achieve what for some might seem like magic, today is science applied to the service of human development.

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For a more ethical AI

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Mila – Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute and HumanAI Tech join forces for an ethically responsible AI.

Our CEO Maria Beunza, during her stay in Canada, met with Professor of Philosophy and CIFAR Chair in AI Ethics, Marc-Antoine Dilhac; initiating a collaboration in research, development and ethics with one of the world’s largest Artificial Intelligence research centers.

This collaboration between HumanAI and Mila is an important step towards a more ethical and responsible future in the application of AI in the fields of education and mental health. It represents our adherence to the “Montreal Declaration for the responsible development of Artificial Intelligence“.

We continue to move forward for a more ethical and humane AI!

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“We develop skill by relying on AI.”

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At the Integrated Center of FP del Mar it is clear to them that the development of socioemotional competencies is fundamental. Roberto Suárez Malagón, Head of the Accreditation Unit of this institution, tells us about his experience working with our Human AI assistant.

“The use of the Human AI tool allows us to have a diagnosis for each student and for them to know what these socioemotional competencies are, to think, to reflect and to work in the center and also in the field of employability, to see how we can reach a better integration.”

“That individual report is a basis to work on: from it, getting to know the student better, we follow up to find out how they have developed those competencies and how they have adapted.”

“No student in any course, job or vocational training activity should finish his or her studies without being able to analyze his or her socioemotional competencies, aptitudes, in short, character formation.”

Thank you, Roberto, for sharing your experience with Human AI!

“More relevant, more human.”

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On Thursday, May 11, at the Metropolitan Design Center in the city of Buenos Aires, Argentina, an event took place that brought together more than 700 professionals, especially from the Human Resources area, where experiences were lived simultaneously, allowing to offer a wide range of content and formats. The Mercer Journey #35, “More relevant, more human”, a 360º event that brought the view of experts in economics, global talent issues and trends; as well as different challenges to lead in the “tech” era, manage talent by skills and build an employer brand.

Maria Beunza Mijimolle, CEO of Human AI participated along with Melania Ottaviano, commercial agent in the country.

“Being in a space where they talk about the most innovative in the field of talent development, in an event of this nature, with more than 700 participants and also with a company of enormous trajectory as Mercer Latin America, is already a fantastic alliance for us,” says Maria.

Among the panels, they had the opportunity to listen to Ivana Thornton, Mercer’s talent expert. They participated in different talks on HR trends, in which issues related to socio-emotional competencies, work and personal wellbeing, risk prevention and professional development were very relevant.

Human AI was present in the Patio Tech, a technological space with different start-ups and platforms with innovative proposals and applications.

Melania tells us that it was “a space where we could share, through the tutorial, a quick overview of the usefulness, why and what Human AI is for. Through a QR code, interested users, most of them from HR and recognized agencies in Argentina, could access a test. We had the opportunity to enter into dialogue with potential clients and strategic allies”.

Both had the opportunity to show the application to Cecilia Inés Giordano, CEO of Mercer Latin America, and Diana Mondino, renowned economist in Argentina. Several entities, renowned companies and organizations from different sectors, were interested in the ease of being able to work without tests and questionnaires.

“There is the possibility of doing things better, of doing them much faster, of adapting more to people, of personalizing more the professional development, the career, the needs and concerns of each one.” “People are eager to use new solutions that allow them to move forward. Of course, in Latin America there is this concern. We have had many meetings with the education sector, with ministers, with consulting firms, with sports clubs… everywhere there is this concern for developing competencies, soft skills and not just cognitive skills,” says María.

Software company specialized in HR

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AEDIPE , Spanish Association of People Management and Development has published in its Special HR Software Trends the main news for professionals in the management of people.

The “Software Trends Special” has been consolidated as the annual monograph in which Human Resources professionals consult the latest developments in People Management software offered by the main companies in our country.

Human AI is part of the group of companies visible in this dossier. It reveals the functionalities and benefits of our artificial intelligence assistant in the process of knowledge of softskills, which enhances the work of professionals in the selection, evaluation and development of people.

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Key competencies for an entrepreneurial profile

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Socioemotional skills are considered fundamental tools for entrepreneurship, as they allow students to manage their personal resources with the support of the context, for the development of strategies and behaviors that have an impact on the environment.

Social-emotional skills in university students aspiring to entrepreneurship – FORO EDUCACIONAL Nº 32, 2019

At the beginning of a university career, students are often faced with the prospect of undertaking a project or business idea, not only to generate future income, but also to cover a social need and generate an impact on the environment.

The process of entrepreneurship is a challenge for university students, as it confronts them with a dynamic social context, which requires strategies to promote a profitable business idea and professional profiles that allow them to face personal and environmental challenges during the development of entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurship is a journey full of challenges and opportunities, and to succeed in the competitive world of the market, it is not only important to develop technical skills, but also a set of socioemotional competencies (SEC) that can drive growth at a personal and professional level.

What are the most relevant SECs for the employability of an entrepreneurial profile?

1. Self-knowledge

Self-knowledge is the foundation of any successful entrepreneur. It involves understanding your own strengths, weaknesses, values and emotions. By being aware of your own capabilities and limitations, you can effectively leverage your strengths and work to develop areas for improvement. Self-awareness also allows you to make informed decisions and take mature responsibility for your actions.

2. Emotional intelligence

Emotional intelligence (EI) is a fundamental skill for entrepreneurs; it enables them to manage their own emotions and understand those of others. When you are aware of them and how they affect decision-making and relationships, you deal effectively with difficult situations. In addition, understanding the emotions of others can help you build strong relationships, negotiate effectively, and inspire and motivate your team.

3. Resilience

Entrepreneurship is not a bed of roses. It is full of setbacks, failures and obstacles. Resilience is the ability to face these challenges and move forward. It involves maintaining a positive mindset, staying positive and adapting to changing circumstances. Resilient entrepreneurs are able to see failure as an opportunity for growth and therefore learn from their failures. They are persistent and determined, even in the face of adversity.

4. Creativity and innovation

Innovation is at the heart of entrepreneurship. To stand out in a saturated market, entrepreneurs must think creatively and come up with innovative solutions. Creativity is about generating new ideas and thinking outside the box, while innovation is about implementing those ideas in a practical and impactful way. Embracing creativity and innovation not only helps to differentiate from competitors, but also to identify new opportunities and adapt to changing market trends.

5. Communication and interpersonal skills

Effective communication is essential for an entrepreneurial profile. Being able to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively is essential when presenting to investors, negotiating with partners or managing a team. In addition, strong interpersonal skills enable you to establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders, customers and employees. Active listening, empathy and conflict resolution are important aspects of effective communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Adaptability

The business landscape is constantly evolving, and successful entrepreneurs must be adaptable. Adaptability means being open to change, embracing new tools and trends, and adjusting strategies accordingly. The ability to pivot quickly and make necessary adjustments in response to market dynamics can be the difference between success and failure. Being adaptable also allows you to identify emerging opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.

7. Problem solving and decision making

Entrepreneurs face complex problems and make crucial decisions on a regular basis. The ability to analyze situations, identify possible solutions and make informed decisions is essential. Effective problem solving and decision making requires critical thinking, analytical skills and the ability to weigh the pros and cons. Being able to anticipate risks and make calculated decisions contributes to the long-term success of a business initiative.

To conclude…

In the world of entrepreneurship, technical skills are important; but it is the social-emotional competencies (SEC) that play a vital role in achieving success. Self-awareness, emotional intelligence, resilience, creativity, communication skills, adaptability and problem-solving skills are some of the most relevant SECs for a student with an entrepreneurial profile.

Developing these competencies from the educational ecosystem can improve the business trajectory of the future entrepreneur and increase the chances of achieving the proposed objectives, turning the student into a future entrepreneur with integrity.

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INTERNATIONAL FORUM ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

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More technological, more human

FIIA 2023, International Forum on Artificial Intelligence, is proposed as a space for international dialogue to discuss the present and future of artificial intelligence. On the first day organized by the Universidad Tecnológica Nacional and Ticmas; Melania Ottaviano, HumanAI advisor, and Susel Jacquet, from the Ticmas team; talked with Patricio Zunini about how technology can become a useful tool to develop social-emotional learning.

More and more voices in the intellectual sphere are calling not only to take into account the growing insensitivity that can accompany the rise of technology, but also to continue to proactively develop our human condition.

(DE)HUMANIZATION?

If, instead of apocalyptic dehumanization, technology were a tool for developing socioemotional skills? This question was the key to the dialogue between Melania Ottaviano and Susel Jacquet at FIIA2023, on August 30 in the auditorium of the Regional Faculty of Córdoba of the National Technological University.

Our advisor in Argentina, Melania Ottaviano, director of the Diploma in Educational Innovation at Universidad Siglo 21 and part of the academic team of the Specialization in Virtual Learning Environments at Universidad Católica Argentina, stated that “it is extremely important to accompany all the development of Artificial Intelligence with human development”.

In the educational ecosystem, Melania continued, “it is increasingly important to begin to organically include emotional intelligence or everything that has to do with human skills in the teaching curriculum. These skills, Artificial Intelligence obviously cannot execute them, it cannot replace us (…) so it is key to include these types of skills, especially for the challenges of today’s world, for our students and also for teachers.” In a world full of technology, algorithms and big data, it is urgent to develop our more human side, since “we obviously run the risk that if we do not do it, we will not accompany this evolution”.

MORE SELF-KNOWLEDGE

“What recommendations would you give for working on the socioemotional dimension in an institution in an organization, not just in a school?”.

Regarding the development of the socioemotional part, Melania advocates for a boost in self-knowledge: “We know very little about our students, although we know if our students are good in Mathematics, Logic, Language… we know little about their level of leadership, empathy, frustration tolerance… and that is one of the challenges we also have today as teachers; to begin to know them to generate plans that can strengthen these skills”.

Self-knowledge is a fundamental part in order to develop this socioemotional dimension, and not only for students, but also for teachers and managers, since “there are few spaces in the institutions for self-knowledge, and it is essential to know what training they have and what challenges of these human skills are also necessary to develop in them”.

To this end, she stated: “I believe that the commitment of the management team is key, and to know that these are projects that are designed and must be sustained in the long term. We are very used to wanting to get results quickly and when we work with human skills, although they are malleable, they obviously require time, which is why I say that measurement is also key”.

MORE HUMANE

From this need arises the innovative proposal of Human AI: “We combine Artificial Intelligence and human development.Precisely through this application – which was developed with artificial intelligence – we can obtain a report, an analysis of our students, of more than 30 socioemotional skills; and from there we can make a project, a planning; knowing what are the opportunities for improvement and in which ones to continue growing and strengthening”.

Melania, commenting on the relationship between technology and the socioemotional part, affirmed that it is necessary to “find a balance between the use of this technology and seek a connection more and more to our essence as humans. There are always ethical limits, and in Human AI’s work there is strict data control to preserve the identity and sensitive information of each individual user. The preservation of identity is part of the ethical dimension of the company, because it is precisely sensitive information that you are having about a person, and it is very relevant”.

But she urged that this ethical debate “must be taken to the inside of each institution”. Although debates are taking place at the international and national level, I believe that we must open spaces for discussion in each institution. This is moving very fast, if we wait for the regulations to come from somewhere else, we will never be up to the task. There is a lot to discuss, some people are afraid of it, but I think we have to see it as an opportunity”.

An innovative partnership in education – Latam

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Education in Latam moves towards a promising future

A pioneering collaboration begins that will help transform the educational landscape in Latin America. The school network Itinere in Argentina and Uruguay has joined the innovation ecosystem of Human AI, a company that develops tools based on responsible artificial intelligence, to establish a pioneering educational innovation hub in the region.

This innovative agreement promises to revolutionize the way in which students and teachers develop socioemotional competencies, avoiding traditional tools and their drawbacks, in addition to promoting cutting-edge research projects in collaboration with universities and Human AI experts.

“The collaboration between the Itinere network of schools and HumanAI will allow students and teachers to reach their full potential, which is both a right and a pillar for education to be a great engine of change and social belonging.”

Darío Alvarez Klar, Founder and Director of Itínere Red Educativa

Integral development of competencies supported by ethical IA

At the heart of this strategic alliance is a shared commitment to driving holistic competency development. With the help of responsible, evidence-based AI from Human AI, innovative tools will be co-designed to assist management teams, teachers and students in their personal and academic growth. This will mark a milestone in Latin American education by combining Itinere’s pedagogical expertise with Humana AI’s cutting-edge technology.

“Our collaboration involves fostering socioemotional competencies among students and teachers, conducting cutting-edge research projects and harnessing the power of innovation together with universities and experts within the Human AI ecosystem.”

María Beunza, CEO of Human AI.