Responsible AI governance

Responsible AI governance for organizations where trust matters.

Human judgment at the centre.

We help organizations in healthcare, education, social services and professional regulation make informed, accountable decisions about AI, with a clear understanding of both its possibilities and their responsibilities.

IEEE CertifAIEd™Authorized Assessor
CLEARAI Working Group Chair
BCACC AI guidelineAuthor (2025)
BCACCBoard President
IEEE Standards AssociationContributor

Candice AlderLed by Candice Alder, co-founder and principal consultant. About Candice →

Our approach

Governance and people first, technology second.

Adopting AI is an organizational decision, not just a technical one. Synthetica starts from governance, ethics and the human consequences of how systems are used: confidentiality, accuracy, professional and legal obligations, and the people your organization serves.

Having a policy is not the same as having governance, and human oversight only matters when it is more than a formality. We help you build an approach that is deliberate and accountable, so your leaders understand the reasoning, not just the rules.

Services

How we can help

Our core work

AI Governance & Policy

Policies, governance structures and decision-making processes that fit your organization and its responsibilities. Clear guidance for staff, defined accountability, and oversight that works in practice, without needless bureaucracy.

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Part of the work

Responsible AI Training

Practical learning for boards, leaders and staff on when and how AI should be used, and where professional limits apply. Leaders don't need to be technical, just willing to ask good questions.

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Alongside governance

Implementation & Risk Review

A careful look at specific AI uses your organization is considering, and support putting your policies and recommendations into everyday practice.

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How we work

Collaborative, practical and independent

Understand

We start by learning about your organization, the people you serve, and the context you work in.

Scope

Together we agree on what is needed and what is not, so the work stays focused and proportionate.

Collaborate

We work alongside your leaders and staff, providing recommendations and resources you can use.

Build your capacity

We support implementation so your team can make thoughtful, independent decisions about AI, without depending on a consultant.

Who we work with

Organizations with responsibilities to people

Healthcare · education · social services · professional regulation, and other organizations with professional, ethical or public-interest responsibilities.

Start with a conversation

An introductory consultation is a chance to talk through where your organization is today and what a sensible next step might look like.