The Algorithmic Justice League

AI's influence on online dating is becoming increasingly unsettling and catfishers now have the tools to impersonate anyone, including Brad Pitt. 😳 One woman fell victim to such a scam, costing her €830,000! Read the full story by Alexander Butler for The Independent here: https://lnkd.in/dUxRH8Tu #ValentinesDay

A few days ago, a host of remarkable researchers, artists, leaders, and activists, including AJL’s founder Dr. Joy Buolamwini gathered together in the living room of the iconic journalist and feminist leader Gloria Steinem. This collaborative Talking Circle addressed urgent questions about the representation of women and non-binary people in AI and the encoding of gender discrimination in AI systems. Each participant brought their unique perspective and stories to the group, united by a shared hope to harness the power of AI in the fight for gender equality. 💪🏾 Thank you to Gloria for hosting and to all the attendees for their wisdom and role in shaping these technologies! Dr. Amanda Stent Amy Richards Anna Makanju Chinasa T. Okolo, Ph.D. Christina Harbridge Elizabeth Kelly Erin Grau Jill Heller Karin Klein Dr. Kate Crawford Lila Ibrahim Lynette Harrison Brubaker Dr. Manuela Veloso Megan Smith Nichole Sterling Dr. Olga Russakovsky Shubhi (Bhonsle) Rao Trisha Prabhu 📷 Photo credits to Nina Wurtzel Photography

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📽️ In Paris for the AI Action Summit? Catch a historic screening of the industry-shaping documentary 'Coded Bias' at the Africa AI Village on February 10! By award-winning director Shalini Kantayya, the film shows the origin of the Algorithmic Justice League and highlights the expertise of leading AI researchers of our time, including AJL's founder Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Timnit Gebru, and Deborah Raji, whose work revealed the harmful biases embedded in AI systems. Five years since the premiere, the ethical concerns are as relevant as ever... swipe to watch the trailer!🍿 Register to attend here ➡️ https://aivillage.africa/ #CodedBiasScreening #EthicalAI #AfricaAIVillage #ParisAISummit

📢 We're proud to announce that AJL is a film partner at the Africa AI Village during the Paris AI Action Summit (Feb 10-11)! With a focus on 'Bridging Gaps for Stronger Global AI Ecosystems,' our friends at Qhala will be showcasing African AI innovation and discussing Africa's growing influence in the global AI landscape. Interested in meeting and hearing from the leaders, technologists, and policymakers shaping the future of AI in Africa and across the world? Register to attend here ➡️ https://aivillage.africa/ #AfricaAIVillage #ParisAISummit #AfricaAITalent

Dr. Joy Buolamwini on Technology, Ethics, and AI ⭐ Computer scientists have significant influence in shaping society but little training on how to protect public interests. Dr. Joy Buolamwini offers her insight on this issue and how social sciences brought a new perspective to research into algorithmic bias. Watch the conversation at the 'Vision & Justice' convening at Havard University Radcliffe Institute, hosted by Darren Walker (President of the Ford Foundation) ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dk6PQDTF

⚠️ The NFL is using facial recognition technology (FRT) at all 32 teams' stadiums to verify the identity of staff, vendors, and media. This puts the sensitive biometric data of thousands of people at risk. The use of FRT in the workplace creates a surveillance culture; the NFL can watch workers’ every move. It also puts workers’ sensitive data at risk of privacy violations. The workers' biometric information is stored in massive databases that are susceptible to hackers. But unlike a credit card number, you can’t change your face if it’s stolen... Like Fight for the Future, we believe ethical AI is about consent and choice, but NFL workers have been denied the option to protect their precious face data. Will it be your workplace next? Sign the petition to make a stand for employee privacy today! ✊🏽 📢 SIGN HERE: fftf.link/nfl-frt

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How Dr. Joy Buolamwini Defied the Odds in Tech: Lessons from AJL's Founder ⤵️ When asked for her advice to women wanting to pursue a career in tech on the Girlboss Radio podcast, Dr. Joy Buolamwini, Founder of AJL, drew on her own experience as a graduate student, describing how she persevered with research about which she cared deeply, despite the warnings and doubts from those around her. She highlights the importance of community and self-belief: powerful and universal takeaways for all. Watch the video on our Youtube 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gSxJXivX

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