# New to AI safety? Start here

Canonical URL: <https://aisafetymontreal.org/start/>

Whether you’re a student, a researcher, or just getting interested, here’s how to get involved in Montréal.

## 1\. Understand what AI safety is

AI safety is the work of keeping increasingly capable AI systems from causing serious harm. It covers several different risks, and there is real disagreement about which matter most. A few good starting points:

- [aisafety.info, a plain-language Q&A introduction](https://aisafety.info/)
- [BlueDot Impact, free structured intro courses](https://bluedot.org/)
- [80,000 Hours, why this work matters for your career](https://80000hours.org/problem-profiles/artificial-intelligence/)

## 2\. Come to an event

The easiest way in is to show up to our meetups, talks, and coworking sessions. No background required.

[See upcoming events →](https://aisafetymontreal.org/events/)

## 3\. Join the community

Fill out a short form. You get an email right away with your Slack invite and next steps: a 1‑on‑1 with an organizer, events, and programs.

[Join AI Safety Montréal →](https://forms.horizonomega.org/aisafetymontreal-join)

## 4\. Talk to an organizer

Not sure where you fit? Book a free 1‑on‑1 with an organizer and we’ll help you find a good next step.

[Book a 1‑on‑1 →](https://cal.com/orpheuslummis/ai-safety-intro-call)