Why we have formed
The AI for Human Resources Working Group (AI for HR Working Group) has been established within the AI Forum NZ to explore the transformative impact of AI on HR functions and the workforce. As AI reshapes the way organisations attract, manage, and develop talent, this group provides a platform for HR professionals, AI experts, and business leaders to collaborate, share insights, and establish best practices.
The working group is focused on helping New Zealand businesses integrate AI into HR functions responsibly, ensuring AI-driven workplace decisions are ethical, transparent, and aligned with legal and cultural considerations—including the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Through research, discussion, and practical recommendations, the AI for HR Working Group aims to:
- Inform the broader AI governance discussions within the AI Forum NZ by providing insights on AI’s impact on employment, skills, and organisational culture.
- Explore how AI can enhance HR functions, from recruitment and workforce planning to employee engagement and leadership development.
- Identify and mitigate risks related to AI bias, data privacy, and ethical concerns in HR applications.
- Develop practical frameworks and best practices for HR professionals integrating AI into their workplaces.
- Ensure Te Ao Māori perspectives are embedded in AI-driven HR strategies.
Deliverables
White Paper on AI in HR
- Objective: Provide a comprehensive overview of AI applications in HR, including benefits, risks, and governance considerations. The paper will guide organisations in ethically and effectively integrating AI into HR practices.
- Audience: AI Forum NZ members, HR professionals, business leaders, policymakers, and academic institutions. It will also be made publicly available for anyone interested in AI’s impact on the workforce.
Ethical Guidelines for AI in HR
- Objective: Establish practical recommendations for HR leaders on the responsible and transparent use of AI in workforce management. Topics will include bias mitigation, data privacy, compliance, and AI’s impact on workplace equity.
- Audience: HR professionals, legal experts, business leaders, government agencies, and regulators involved in workplace policy.
Case Studies on AI-Driven HR Innovation in New Zealand
- Objective: Showcase real-world examples of AI-driven HR solutions in New Zealand businesses, highlighting best practices, challenges, and lessons learned. These insights will support organisations looking to implement AI in HR responsibly and effectively.
- Audience: Business leaders, HR practitioners, government agencies, and researchers interested in AI’s impact on employment and workplace strategy.
Do you want to get involved?
The AI for HR Working Group meets regularly to develop insights, frameworks, and tools for New Zealand organisations navigating AI’s impact on HR.
If you are interested in contributing to this work and shaping the future of AI in HR, please get in touch.
If you are not an AI Forum member and would like to join, learn more here.
