About us
Western Australian AI Hub is the state’s accelerator for sovereign artificial intelligence capability. Born from the grassroots energy and collaborative spirit of the Perth AI Innovators community founded by Josh (Adi Tedjasaputra) and Eunice Sari in early 2024, the Hub represents the next stage of our journey: a dedicated, community-led organisation focused on turning Western Australia’s strengths in data and innovation into world-leading AI solutions that matter.
Vision:
To establish Western Australia as a globally recognised leader in the application of responsible and innovative AI, driving economic diversification, industrial productivity, and social progress for all Western Australians.
Mission:
The WA AI Hub connect industry, government, academia, and the startup community to accelerate the adoption of AI in key economic sectors, foster world-class talent, and champion the development of safe, ethical, and inclusive AI solutions.
We aim to support our state reaping the economic benefits of its unique datasets and community strengths while fostering sustainable innovation that serves current and future generations.
What We Do:
Our strategic programs address critical challenges and build long-term sovereign capability in areas where WA has a global edge:
- AI in Education: Building an AI-literate workforce through digital literacy pathways and research excellence.
- AI for Core Industries: Deploying responsible AI in mining, minerals, and energy to enhance safety, sustainability, and productivity.
- AI for a Sustainable Future: Driving “Green AI” powered by renewable energy and sovereign data.
- Ecosystem & Leadership Activation: Scaling proven programs to equip leaders and practitioners with the skills to thrive in the AI revolution.
Who Should Join:
Our group is open to anyone interested in AI, regardless of their level of expertise. Whether you're a seasoned developer, a student, a researcher, or just an AI enthusiast, you're welcome to join us.
Why Join Us:
By joining the Western Australian AI Hub, you’ll be part of a state-wide movement to shape the future of responsible and innovative AI. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, researchers, and innovators, contribute to building sovereign AI capability, and play a role in driving economic diversification, industrial productivity, and social progress for all Western Australians.
Activities:
- AI Consulting Services: Provide businesses with expertise on integrating AI as teammates or subordinates, focusing on transparency, trust, and complementary strengths (e.g., combining AI's data processing with human creativity). Example: Helping a logistics firm optimise routes with AI while ensuring drivers retain control and contextual decision-making.
- AI Workshops and Training Programs: Educate individuals and organisations on skills for the AI era, including AI literacy, prompt engineering, and emotional intelligence for hybrid teams. Incorporate insights on trust imperatives (transparency, reliability, user control) to build effective collaboration.
- AI Research and Development (R&D): Conduct research on human-AI teaming and symbiosis, developing tools like explainable AI systems that improve decision accuracy and trust calibration. Publish findings to establish thought leadership and contribute to the global AI community.
- AI Community Events: Host meetups, hackathons, and conferences to connect AI enthusiasts, developers, and professionals, fostering collaboration and innovation. Focus on psychological safety, encouraging participants to question AI outputs and share feedback.
We look forward to seeing you join our meetup and become a partner in achieving the vision and mission of Western Australia AI Hub.
Upcoming events
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- A$99.00
AI Roundtable 2026: Governance, Safety & Innovation
The Platform, 256 Adelaide Terrace, Perth, WA, AUAI Roundtable 2026: Western Australia's voices on responsible AI
A moderated roundtable discussion followed by a practical workshop exploring the rules, risks, and real value of artificial intelligence in Western Australia.
As AI governance frameworks rapidly emerge across Australia, organisations, governments, and communities are being asked to make decisions with significant social, legal, and operational implications. This event brings together leading voices from government, academia, and industry for a grounded, practical conversation on responsible AI adoption and governance.
Around the table:
- Kate Chaney MP, Independent Federal Member for Curtin. One of Australia’s leading parliamentary voices on AI governance, deepfakes, and safeguards for automated decision-making.
- Prof. Sharath Sriram, Chief Scientist Western Australia. WA's fourth and most senior independent science advisor, appointed in June 2025.
- Prof. Toby Walsh, Chief Scientist of the UNSW AI Institute and one of the world's most cited AI researchers. Author of five books on AI for the general public, most recently The Shortest History of AI (2025).
- Josh Tedjasaputra, Chair of WA AI Hub. Designer of the Responsible AI Governance Sprint and publisher of the Australia AI Business Index 2026. Adjunct at UNSW teaching Responsible AI and Human-Computer Interaction.
- Dr Eunice Sari, Director of CX Insight and First Asian female Google Developer Expert in Product Design and Strategy.
What you’ll take away:
- A practical AI Governance Readiness Snapshot tailored to your organisation or context
- Clearer understanding of emerging AI governance, safety, and policy frameworks in Australia
- Insights from leading voices across government, academia, and industry
- Practical perspectives on responsible AI adoption and risk management
- Opportunities to engage directly with experts and peers across sectors
- Actionable ideas you can bring back to your board, department, team, or community organisation immediately
This is not a vendor showcase or futurism panel. It is a working roundtable designed to help participants think critically about what responsible AI means in practice.
About WA AI Hub
The Western Australian AI Hub is the State's community-led accelerator for sovereign and responsible AI capability, evolving from the Perth AI Innovators Meetup community founded in 2024 by Josh Tedjasaputra and Dr Eunice Sari. WA AI Hub connects industry, government, academia and community to advance safe, ethical and inclusive AI in Western Australia.Acknowledgement of Country
WA AI Hub acknowledges the Whadjuk Noongar people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which this event takes place, and pays respect to Elders past, present and emerging4 attendees
Past events
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