Participatory AI & Community Engagement - Alex Tveit & Norman Valdez
5th July
In this meeting, key members of the Transformations Community invited speakers and other participants discussed AI's role in addressing social-ecological challenges. The session, moderated by Bruce Goldstein (Transformations Community) and Nick Graham (Transformations Community), featured presentations from Alex Tveit (Sustainable Impact), Norman Valdez (Community Foundations of Canada), Jessica Parker (Moxie), and Kimberley Becker (Moxie), covering a wide range of topics from participatory AI to collaborative technology development.
Recording:
Slides:
Ph.D., Co-Founder & COO, is an applied linguist specializing in disciplinary academic writing and English for research publication purposes.
Co-Founder & CEO is a health sciences educator and interdisciplinary researcher, who explores the potential of generative AI in revolutionizing research, teaching, and learning.
Co-founder and CEO of Sustainable Impact Foundation also leads Tech and AI Stewardship at MaRS Discovery District. He leverages systems thinking and community-centric approaches to promote ethical tech innovation and social change.
Director of Technology and Design at CERIC enhances social impact through data-driven and community-focused tech strategies. As an Emerging Technology Fellow, he advocates for responsible AI use and explores leveraging emerging technologies for equitable outcomes.
Invitations:
Join the Emerging Technology Fellowship: Get involved in shaping the future of AI and social impact. Learn more and join the Emerging Technology Fellowship.
Participate in Beta Testing: Test the new collaborative platform and provide feedback to help refine the technology. Contact us to get involved at Moxie Beta Testing.
Summary:
Topics:
Participatory AI and
Community Engagement
Alex and Norman's work with the Emerging Technology Fellowship emphasizes participatory approaches to AI. Philanthropy's influence on digital infrastructure is explored through a participatory lens, highlighting the creation of community-based platforms to integrate AI into philanthropy.
AI4Good Initiative
This initiative connects people and advances equitable AI development through projects like FLAIR for indigenous language revitalization and Drumbeat for rural healthcare. Engagement tools such as wisdom councils and podcasts are used to foster community connections.
Collaborative and
Inclusive Approach
The necessity of including civil society in AI strategies is emphasized to ensure diverse perspectives. The integration of philanthropy and social impact sectors in AI development is discussed, with platforms like Mind Studio facilitating collaborative technology development.
Sustainability and Equity
Ensuring digital equity, particularly in rural areas, is crucial for inclusive technology development. The integration of indigenous knowledge into AI promotes sustainability and equity, respecting traditional wisdom.