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Research Summary: Helping older adults use AI in everyday life
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- OpenAI Research
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- Aziz Shuaib Ausi
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- 17 September 2026
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- 25 September 2026
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- 1 min
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OpenAI Research and AARP are collaborating to offer free, practical ChatGPT workshops to 1,000 older adults across 10 U.S. cities. The initiative aims to equip participants with safe, hands-on AI skills for everyday use.
Why it matters
This initiative represents a significant effort to bridge the digital divide for older demographics concerning advanced AI technologies. It highlights the growing recognition of AI's potential societal impact beyond specialized sectors, emphasizing accessibility and practical application for a broader user base.
Key insights
- OpenAI Research and AARP are partners in this initiative.
- The program involves free, hands-on ChatGPT workshops.
- The target demographic is 1,000 older adults.
- The workshops will take place across 10 U.S. cities.
- The primary goal is to build practical and safe AI skills for everyday life.
Source
OpenAI Research — https://openai.com/index/helping-older-adults-use-ai-in-everyday-life
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