At The Living History Project, we proudly embrace modern technology. Our mission is to build a digital museum for the people, and to do that, we explore every tool available—video, 3D scanning, cloud storage, blockchain, and yes, AI.
We believe that preserving Malaysia’s stories shouldn’t be limited by outdated methods. Technology helps us record, preserve, and present these stories in ways that are more efficient, accessible, and lasting—so that future generations can connect with the voices of our past and present.
But we also know that AI is a contentious topic. It sparks debate globally—on ethics, authenticity, and ownership. So here’s where TLHP stands:
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES ON AI USE
AI is a tool—not a storyteller.
We may use AI to help check grammar, generate layouts, or visualise ideas that would otherwise take weeks or be impossible to create. But our core content—videos, interviews, written narratives—is always human-made.
We support real artists.
All visual artwork used for our merchandise, collectibles, and major campaign materials will be created by Malaysian artists, illustrators, and photographers. That’s a commitment we stand by.
On social media and design
Where possible, all content is made by our creative team. But in cases where a concept is difficult to capture (e.g., long-lost locations, dream-like visual metaphors), we may use AI-generated imagery sparingly—and we’ll label them clearly with @AIG (AI Generated).
No fakes. No deception.
We will never use AI to fake videos, interviews, or human likenesses of people from our archives. That would go against everything TLHP stands for.
Transparency is our promise.
If AI is involved in any way—whether assisting with layout, subtitles, image enhancement, or illustration—we’ll say so. We believe the audience deserves to know how content is made. No secrets.
At TLHP, we use technology to elevate human stories, not replace them. That’s our line in the sand.
So while we may occasionally lean on AI to save time or explore creative ideas, the heart of what we do—the stories, the people, the voices—will always be real.
(This message was drafted with the assistance of AI to support clarity and structure. All thoughts, positions, and values expressed are entirely human and reflect TLHP’s own principles and decisions.)
