The Fast Development of AI: Impacts on Society and Women
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Free
Date and Time
Tue, 14 May 2024
15:00 - 16:00
Location
Your event Zoom link is available via IOB Learn, but will also be emailed to you before 11am on the morning of your event.
Event Details
Free
Date and Time
Tue, 14 May 2024
15:00 - 16:00
Location
Your event Zoom link is available via IOB Learn, but will also be emailed to you before 11am on the morning of your event.
Join IOB and Alessandra Sala, Senior Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock, for this engaging conversation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on society and women.
The rapid advancement of AI has undoubtedly revolutionized various aspects of society, fostering a new era of technological progress and innovation. However, it is crucial to examine the multifaceted impacts of AI on different segments of society, particularly focusing on its implications for women and minorities. This presentation delves into the transformative effects of AI on society and discusses the specific challenges and opportunities it presents for women.
The impact of AI on women extends beyond employment dynamics. AI algorithms, if not carefully designed and implemented, can perpetuate biases, amplifying gender stereotypes and reinforcing inequality.
Education emerges as a pivotal factor in mitigating the adverse effects of AI on women and equipping them with the skills needed to thrive in the digital age. By promoting inclusivity and accessibility in STEM education, empowering women to partake in AI development and decision-making processes, and fostering critical thinking and ethical reasoning, education can serve as a catalyst for positive societal transformation.
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Alessandra Sala
Senior Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock
A Research and Scientific Leader in Artificial Intelligence, Alessandra is the Sr. Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock. Alessandra has over 15 years' experience in research and innovation gained whilst working in academic and commercial environments. Alessandra has a strong technical background in Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, advanced analytics and ethical frameworks with the focus of transferring innovation from research to products.
As Co-chair of the UNESCO Women for Ethical AI Platform and Global President of Women in AI (a non-profit do-tank working towards gender-inclusive AI that benefits global society) Alessandra is working with a strong community of women to foster diversity, inclusion and equality for women and minorities while encouraging a global ethical approach in AI. In an advisory capacity, Alessandra also serves as the Governance Committee Chair at the Science Foundation Ireland Centre for Research Training in Machine Learning.
Among several awards, Alessandra was the 2021 winner of the XV International Prize "Le Tecno- visionarie" in the AI - Industrial Research category. In her previous role Alessandra was Head of Analytics Research at Nokia Bell Labs where she was leading research teams in several locations and developing a successful strategy for the Data Analytics division while driving changes across different activities like her contributions to the Nokia AI Ethics Advisory Board.
Joyce O'Connor
Founding President of the National College of Ireland ( NCI ), leading academic and researcher
Professor Joyce O’Connor will moderate the event. A global Eisenhower Fellow Professor, O’Connor is the Founding President of the National College of Ireland ( NCI ), recognised as a leading academic and researcher who has championed access to education.
Recognising the importance of early learning she established the Early Learning Initiative in NCI 2005.
A Chair and Board member of a wide range of organisations, businesses and Government agencies, she Chaired “A Vision for Change “ which helped redefine Government Policy in the Mental Health area.
