The European Centre for AI Research and Education (ECAIRE) is a strategically positioned organization based in Portugal, operating across Europe to support the EU’s ambition for a digitally sovereign, ethically grounded, and socially inclusive future. 

ECAIRE functions as a multilateral knowledge-sharing hub, connecting academic institutions, public authorities, and industry partners to build the human and institutional capacity needed for responsible AI innovation. Our work brings together cutting-edge research, state-of-the-art education, and evidence-informed policymaking that not only drives forward AI advancements but also augments European values of ethics, equity, human dignity, and democratic oversight.

In a landscape shaped by rapid technological change, ECAIRE contributes added value to the EU by:

• Anchoring AI in education systems across levels and regions, sustaining inclusive access to future skills;

• Spearheading ethical frameworks and regulatory alignment through rigorous research and multilateral dialogue;

• Fostering transnational collaboration that supports digital cohesion and capacity-building throughout the continent.