Research-Driven AI Tool

AskYalda

Social Impact AI Product

AskYalda is the first AI-powered tool designed for creators and anyone interested in media to empower them to positively impact kids, teens and young adults. When I took over as the product manager, the original version of AskYalda was not a web app and did not leverage AI, limiting the functionality and usefulness of the platform. With coding help from Claude, I built an app that sends Anthropic API relevant research insights to generate a summary and processes them into a chat response.

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How AskYalda Works

Ask a question about media or young people and AskYalda will generate a tip sheet-style summary of the latest science in clear, accessible language

Experts Curate Research

Media researchers vet a library of research insights for AskYalda from developmental science, learning research, and media studies

Users Ask Questions

Submit questions and AskYalda will answer using our vetted research library

Get Research-Based Answers

Receive a tipsheet-style response of insights and tips users can trust, with citations to original sources

What Makes AskYalda Different?

Built for trustworthiness, transparency, and actionable insights

Evidence-Based Insights

Every response is backed by academic research and validated reports curated by experts at the Center for Scholars & Storytellers

Jargon-Free Language

Complex research translated into clear, actionable insights for storytellers and media professionals

Make a Positive Impact

Create TV, film, gaming, or online content that fosters healthy development and learning for young audiences

Full Source Citations

All insights link back to original research sources so you can read and verify the evidence yourself

Confidence Indicators

Responses include confidence levels based on the number and relevance of sources, so you know when evidence is strong

No Hallucinations

Responses are constrained to vetted research insights, ensuring accuracy without AI-generated false information

Who Uses AskYalda?

Supporting creators and organizations making a positive impact on young audiences

Content Creators

YouTube creators, filmmakers, and showrunners use AskYalda to understand how their content can positively impact young viewers and promote healthy development

Entertainment Companies

Studios and production companies integrate AskYalda to inform their content strategies with research-backed insights about youth audiences

Educational Media

Educators and educational content developers use AskYalda to create engaging learning experiences grounded in developmental science and learning research

Enterprise & Partnership Solutions

Companies can license a custom version of AskYalda tailored to their organization's needs

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Custom Enterprise Products

Incorporate branding, content priorities, curricula, and more into a personalized version of AskYalda

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Dedicated Support

Get custom training sessions, and ongoing consultation to maximize impact across your creative teams

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Partner Integration

Integrate AskYalda seamlessly into your existing products and platforms through our partnership program