This paper explores Feminist Artificial Intelligence (FAI), a framework leveraging intersectional feminism
to address biases and inequities in AI systems. FAI emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration, systemic power analysis and iterative theory-practice loops. By embedding feminist values – equity, freedom and justice – FAI seeks to transform AI development, ensuring inclusivity and social sustainability. Practical applications include initiatives such as FemAI’s advocacy for feminist perspectives in the EU AI Act and the MIRA diagnostic platform, which aligns AI tools with social justice goals. FAI marks a critical departure from traditional AI by tackling structural inequalities and promoting accountable and equitable AI solutions.

The EU AI Act promises sustainability and inclusivity but lacks binding measures to enforce these goals. Voluntary codes of conduct and AI literacy focus on providers, sidelining broader societal participation. The act falls short of ensuring impactful inclusivity and sustainability in AI systems.