Artificial Intelligence (AI) touches all our lives but decisions about the future of AI are concentrated in the hands of a privileged few. The explosion of coding camps, some of which are predatory, and with media amplifying select voices from elite institutions has created a false perception that the male-dominated AI tech space is only open to those with programming skills, engineering degree, or a PhD.
AI systems designed and developed without inclusion of diverse perspectives will further exacerbate societal inequalities and inequities. To support our vision of an inclusive AI tech future, Women in AI Ethics (WAIE) is hosting a mid-year summit to discuss jobs, funding, and other career opportunities in this space. By raising awareness about the different pathways into AI and making it more accessible, we want to inspire participation from historically underrepresented groups so that together we can build a more equitable and ethical tech future.