Discord Community
Join the AI Village Discord
Connect with researchers, hackers, and AI security enthusiasts from around the world.
🚀 Getting Started
📝 First Steps
- Join the server using the link above
- Introduce yourself in the
#start-here
channel - Get the "Villager" role from a community member
- Explore channels and find your interests
- 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.
🎯 Popular Channels
#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.
❓ 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.