Humaine Colab is a student-led organization that emerged from recognizing that while AI has transformative potential, it often evokes more frustration and fear than empowerment. Recognizing that AI will significantly shape our future, we believe it’s essential for youth to actively participate in guiding its development. We focus on Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI), an approach that aligns AI systems with human needs, experiences, and values. This means creating systems designed to enhance human potential, foster intuitive interactions, and cultivate trust through transparency, inclusivity, and accountability. We bring together students, researchers, and professionals to explore the nuanced relationship between humans and AI through thoughtful dialogue and interdisciplinary collaboration. By integrating diverse perspectives into AI design and governance, we work to address biases, manage ethical risks, and ensure AI becomes a positive, equitable force for social good. Ultimately, our goal is collective empowerment: actively shaping AI development so that it genuinely benefits everyone, ensuring technology enhances our lives rather than complicating or harming it.