Lucy Hall

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About Lucy Hall

I work at the intersection of humanitarian action, AI, data strategies, and locally-led systems change; focusing on transforming the structures that hold us back. With over 10 years in the humanitarian sector, I lead work on research. evidence and innovation to make digital tools and data work for people, not just for profit. I design strategies that are ethical, inclusive, and grounded in lived realities. Core focus areas: 🧠 AI & digital inclusion as enablers of localisation Systems thinking to connect people, data & action Evidence & learning that informs action before and during, not after Power-shifting approaches to reform how change happens I've contributed to major funding proposals, co-led sector wide research, spoken at UN events, and built digital and data infrastructure to strengthen impact. I am: Primarily: Leading AI research & data strategy at the Humanitarian Leadership Academy Secondarily: Building Humanitarian Spark - a space for reflective practice & equitable innovation Always: Working toward a more just, human and effective humanitarian system Let’s connect if you’re working on: → Ethical AI & digital governance → Research or data for social impact → Local leadership or systems transformation → Thought leadership or innovation partnerships