Discord Community

Join the AI Village Discord

Connect with researchers, hackers, and AI security enthusiasts from around the world.

🎮 Join Discord Server

🚀 Getting Started

📝 First Steps

  1. Join the server using the link above
  2. Introduce yourself in the #start-here channel
  3. Get the "Villager" role from a community member
  4. Explore channels and find your interests
  5. Participate in discussions and events

⚠️ Important: When you first join, you'll only have access to #start-here. Drop a note introducing yourself, and someone will give you the "Villager" role for full access!


📋 Community Guidelines

🚫 Basic Rules

  • Stay on topic in specialized channels
  • No NSFW content permitted
  • No illegal behavior or solicitation
  • No spamming or channel disruption
  • Follow the AI Village Code of Conduct

💬 Communication

  • Use threads for long discussions
  • Take off-topic conversations to #general
  • Be respectful and constructive
  • Help newcomers get oriented
  • Share knowledge and resources

🏆 Community Roles

👤 Villager

Basic member role with access to most channels. Granted after introduction in #start-here.

⭐ ElderVillager

Active community members who have contributed talks, workshops, or sustained participation. Can invite new members and promote to Villager role.

🛡️ Officer

Community leaders who have organized substantial events or content. Have moderation powers and can help establish new initiatives.

👑 Board

AI Village board members with full moderation powers. Contact for harassment issues or code of conduct violations.


#general

General discussion and off-topic conversations

#research

AI security research discussions and paper reviews

#events

Announcements and discussions about upcoming events

#tools-and-code

Sharing tools, code, and technical resources

#job-board

AI security job postings and career discussions

#ctf-discussion

CTF announcements, team formation, and writeups


📅 Regular Events

📚 Hacker Journal Club

Wednesdays at 5 PM PST / 8 PM EST

Discuss academic papers with industry perspective, covering everything from ML security to policy.

🔒 Privacy & Ethics Journal Club

Tuesdays at 5 PM PST / 8 PM EST

Interdisciplinary analysis of AI systems from theoretical and practical perspectives.

📺 Streaming on Twitch

Our journal clubs and special events are often streamed live! Follow us for notifications when we go live.

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❓ Need Help?

🆘 Support & Issues

If you experience harassment or have concerns about community behavior:

  • Contact Officers or Board members directly via DM
  • Use the server reporting system for serious issues
  • Remember: We have zero tolerance for harassment

Our community is dedicated to providing a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.