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Affinity Workshop: Black in AI Workshop
What does “AI for social good” mean to the African diaspora?
Louvere Walker-Hannon
We are aware that AI can be used for a variety of applications. The phrase AI for social good has become more prominent over the past few years. But what is meant by AI for social good? AI for social good is a newer research field that has an emphasis on using AI to address social, environmental, and health challenges. This research is multiple disciplinary which can help provide a variety of techniques and perspectives to address these challenges. On the surface this sounds promising. However, will some communities more than others have the opportunity to benefit from this research and in what ways? For instance, can AI for social good decrease trolls in social media spaces of members of the African diaspora or determine trends or patterns regarding Black maternal mortality? The focus of this talk will explore and try to determine what does AI for social good mean specifically to members of the African diaspora.