Abimbola Oliyide

Human-Centred AI in Social Work & Safeguarding

Abimbola Oliyide is a social work practitioner, AI Champion and human systems strategist working at the intersection of safeguarding, emerging technology and responsible innovation. Across adult safeguarding, learning disabilities and prison-leaver transitions, she has developed the concept of AI as Cognitive Infrastructure™, a framework that positions AI as a teammate that reduces cognitive burden rather than replacing professional judgement. A certified leadership coach and conference host, she has delivered workshops with Skills for Care and Social Work England, helping frontline professionals adopt AI responsibly and practically.