On May 25th Pope Leo XIV published an encyclical titled Magnifca Humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in a Time of Artificial Intelligence.

In this session, we'll discuss the letter and its content, but also the significance of the encyclical itself. The combined inward and outward-looking discussion brings varying views on institutional signals, system entanglements, and different worldviews on technology and human flourishing.

Discussant(s)

• Giancarlo Brotto is a global keynote speaker and strategist focusing on AI and the future of work. With over 20 years of experience collaborating with industry leaders and policymakers, he delivers strategic guidance and engaging presentations that empower audiences to thrive in an AI-driven world. Giancarlo's expertise spans technology, innovation, system adoption, and social-emotional learning, making him a sought-after voice in preparing for tomorrow's challenges.https://paveedu.org/
• The session will be moderated by Zaid Khan, a systemic designer, strategist and graduate of OCADU's Strategic Foresight & Innovation Program (2020)

Registration & Virtual Link

• Monday, July 13, 2026 6:30pm to 8:15pm.
• All attendees must register here: https://guild.host/events/what-can-systems-thinkers-qwg41n
• For those attending virtually, you will receive a Microsoft Teams invite/virtual link before the session.

Venue (for In-Person)

• 205 Richmond Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 1V3
• Room 115 (first floor up the stairs from lobby),

Suggested pre-readings / audio / video

• Leo XIV. (2026, May 15). Magnifica Humanitas: On safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence [Encyclical letter]. The Holy See. https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

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