Why I Do, What I Do ?

I’m Purvi Jain. For me, philosophy and technology aren’t just subjects I studied, they’re the threads I’ve been trying to weave together in everything I do. I started with code, but I kept asking bigger questions: what does it mean, who does it serve, and what kind of future are we building with it? That’s what led me from the streets of India to classrooms in Glasgow, where I spent time wrestling with ideas of justice and fairness.

I don’t see AI as just a tool for efficiency; I see it as a reflection of us, our choices, our biases, our values. My work with e-waste came from the same place: a respect for the environment and a belief that even discarded things still carry meaning and potential.

What drives me is connection — between people, between disciplines, between ideas. Whether I’m writing, mentoring, or building projects, I want to help make technology more humane, more just, and more thoughtful. That’s really my purpose: to bring philosophy into tech so that every line of code, every system we build, can be part of a better story for all of us..

At my core, I’m a dreamer who puts ideas into action, guided by one question: what kind of world are we leaving behind?

Education Timeline

Workshop on LLMs & Philosophy
Berlin — May 2025

Explored semantic, cognitive, and moral implications of foundation models and prompting’s role in decision-making.

A philosophical dive into AI’s future.
Summer School in Ethics of AI
London School of Economics

Studied transparency, epistemic authority, and LLMs from ethical and political lenses.

Examined how emerging technologies shape human agency, fairness, privacy, and global justice; explored anticipatory ethics and the governance of AI.
Master’s in Philosophy
University of Glasgow

Dissertation: Towards an Unbiased AI: Integrating Rawls’ Theory of Justice into Ethical AI Frameworks.

Logic & Critical Reasoning: Formal/informal logic, argumentation, and evaluation of ethical and metaphysical claims.

Moral & Political Philosophy: Theories of justice, equality, rights, and responsibility (Rawls, Nozick, Sen, Nussbaum, etc.).

Bachelor’s in Information Technology
National Institue of Technology Raipur, India

During my undergraduate studies, I built a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied aspects of computer science. Key areas of learning included:

Programming & Software Development: Proficiency in C, C++, Java, and Python; object-oriented programming; data structures and algorithms; software engineering practices.

Systems & Networks: Operating systems, computer networks, distributed systems, and database management systems (SQL, NoSQL).

Web & Application Development: Fundamentals of front-end and back-end development, exposure to frameworks and APIs.

Projects: Breast Cancer Classification, Bias checker using LIME

Publications

Philosophical reflections on how technological shifts redefine theories of mind and moral status.

A deep exploration of AI’s consciousness debate.

Argues for value-aligned AI in educational and civic systems, blending normative theory with practical guardrails.

A vision for ethical AI in education.

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Accessible writings on fairness, transparency, and design justice.

Bridging complex ideas with real-world impact.

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GreenBeans Initiative: A Movement Born of Purpose

I co-founded and continue to serve as the President of GreenBeans, the first-ever student-led e-waste movement in Chhattisgarh. What began as a small group of just three or four friends driven by concern for the environment has now grown into a community of over 30 active members. GreenBeans was born out of a simple but urgent idea: to spread awareness about the dangers of electronic waste in a state where this conversation had never truly begun.

As pioneers, we partnered with Raipur Smart City and the Chhattisgarh Environment Conservation Board (CECB), crafting projects that linked young people with city-level sustainability efforts.
We launched awareness campaigns, organized plantation drives, and hosted educational workshops, proving that environmental action can be both hands-on and deeply collaborative.
What started as a small initiative among friends has blossomed into a movement that inspires others to rethink waste, sustainability, and their role in protecting our shared future.

Other Initiatives

Reading Group · LLMs & Philosophy
Interdisciplinary forum at Glasgow Ongoing series bridging systems, semantics, and ethics with faculty & students.
A space for intellectual growth.
United by Fascination for Learning (UFL)
Podcast-style YouTube series Explores moral theories, AI & society. Watch →
Sharing stories that connect tech and humanity.
Mentor · IntoUniversity
Academic confidence & curiosity Volunteer mentoring across disciplines; study skills and purpose-driven learning.
Guiding students to find their passion.
Communities
SWIP UK · MAP · The Aristotelian Society Active participation; organizing and presenting discussions.
Growing through diverse philosophical voices.

Collaborate With Me

Let’s Build Thoughtful Tech Together

I’m open to collaborations, guest lectures, research partnerships, or workshops on AI ethics, sustainability, and design justice. Let’s create something impactful!

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