Media & Press

We're available for media enquiries

VicAI offers student perspectives and commentary on artificial intelligence in New Zealand. We work with journalists, researchers, and policymakers.

Media Contact
Email media@vicai.org.nz
Spokespeople
Arie Joe President

Additional spokespeople available on request for specific topics.

What We Can Comment On

Student perspectives on AI that matter

Our members include computer science, law, commerce, and arts students, offering interdisciplinary perspectives that go beyond the technical. Below are some of the areas we can provide commentary on, but we are not limited to these. If your topic relates to AI, we're happy to talk.

01

AI Safety & Ethics

Responsible development, alignment, bias, governance frameworks, and the role of regulation in AI.

02

AI Technology & Research

Large language models, machine learning, computer vision, and emerging AI capabilities and limitations.

03

AI & Society

Indigenous data sovereignty, Te Tiriti perspectives, cultural considerations, and the social impact of AI in New Zealand.

04

AI in Industry

How businesses and the public sector are adopting AI, from Wellington startups to government innovation.

05

Education & Careers

Student pathways into AI, skills development, university education, and the future of work.

06

AI & Creative Industries

The intersection of AI with design, media, music, and the arts, and what it means for creative professionals.

Press Releases

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For additional information, contact media@vicai.org.nz

Media Guidelines

How to reference VicAI

  • Organisation Name Use VicAI on first reference, followed by Victoria Artificial Intelligence Society in parentheses. Subsequent references may use VicAI alone.
  • Attribution Please attribute quotes to the named spokesperson and their role. Example: Arie Joe, President of VicAI (Victoria Artificial Intelligence Society)
  • University Affiliation VicAI is a student-run club affiliated with Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington. We are not an official university department or research group.
  • Student Perspectives Our commentary represents those of the Victoria Artificial Intelligence Society. For official university positions, please contact Victoria University of Wellington directly.
  • Images & Brand Contact us for approved logos and brand assets. Please do not modify or crop VicAI branding without prior agreement.

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We're happy to provide commentary, connect you with student voices, or supply background on AI topics relevant to Wellington.

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