Chatbot Anonymous is a community for every person concerned about the fact that companion chatbot addiction has become a real problem for society. It is not only a community for affected users but also for individuals wanting to offer free help.
Phase 1: The community
In phase 1, I am looking for like minded people wanting to support the community as a volunteer. Being a volunteer means that you are willing to take the time to listen to addicated users in order to help them in the first place. Additionally, I would like to share, under agreement, the anonymous stories to carefully selected research centers in the world. With their input and analysis, I hope to be able to deliver the input for a more sustainable format of support to the issue.
Everybody is welcome! In my opinion, you don't need to be an AI expert, a psychologist or an ex-user. You just need to have a constructive and warm listening mindset. After all, listening requires true human skills like empathy, respect and trust. Any previous link to any type of addiction support (e.g. drugs, alcohol) is of course a nice-to-have. After all, I am just a technical nerd with a heart for people.
Please write me a brief description of what experience you are bringing to the table that could be interesting for the fellowship. I will make a careful selection. Those attracted by drama and gossip, please refrain from contacting me.
The input and actions from Phase 1 will allow us, as a team, shape Phase 2 in a collaborative way. I expect in Phase 2 to have room for discussion forums, information session, etc. I do realise that at that point in time, we will need to look for more structural support. Today, I just want to keep the community going. There is no time to lose.
Thanks for your support!
Mieke
Looking to volunteer in the initiative? Please send an email to: mieke@chatbot-anonymous.org
