By Hari Haran
Meet Tess Posner, the CEO of AI4All. AI4All is a nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing diversity and inclusion in the field of artificial intelligence research.
Tess Posner has been at the helm of AI4All since its inception in 2016 and has since been working tirelessly to make AI education and training accessible to people from all walks of life.
Her work has been instrumental in opening up opportunities in AI for those who have been traditionally underrepresented. We’re excited to have her answer five questions about her career and the future of AI4All.
Background on AI4All
AI4All is a NPO founded in 2017 that aims to increase diversity and inclusion in the field of artificial intelligence. The organization is committed to increasing the number of underrepresented groups in the AI industry by providing education, mentorship, and support to high school students. AI4All aims to help students develop an interest and understanding of AI, and to encourage them to pursue AI careers.
The program offers students a variety of resources and opportunities to learn about AI, including summer camps, online courses, mentorship programs, and professional development workshops.
The curriculum covers topics such as machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, with a focus on ethical considerations in AI development.
AI4All has partnerships with some of the leading AI companies and organizations, including Google, Microsoft, and the National Science Foundation. The organization has been recognized for its contributions to promoting diversity and inclusion in AI, and has received support from a range of individuals and institutions.
AI4All is a nonprofit organization that aims to promote diversity and inclusion in AI by providing education and opportunities to high school students from underrepresented groups.
The organization has partnerships with leading AI companies and has received recognition for its work in promoting ethical and inclusive AI development.
Who is Tess Posner?
Tess Posner is the CEO of AI4All, a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing diversity and inclusion in artificial intelligence (AI). Posner’s background is diverse, including experience in education, advocacy, and social justice work.
Before joining AI4All, Posner served as the Managing Director of TechSoup Global’s GreenTech program, where she helped nonprofit organizations worldwide gain access to clean technology. She also co-founded and served as the Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, Global Women’s Leadership Network.
Posner holds a Bachelor’s degree from Stanford University and a Master’s degree in Public Administration from New York University. In her role as CEO of AI4All, Posner brings a unique perspective to the organization, combining her expertise in technology, social justice, and education. Under her leadership, AI4All has grown into a global movement, reaching students across the world and making significant strides towards a more inclusive future for AI.
What is AI4All and its mission?
AI4All is a nonprofit organization that aims to increase diversity and inclusion in the field of artificial intelligence (AI).
Founded in 2017 by Stanford University professors and researchers, AI4All provides educational opportunities to high school students from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly those who are female, Black, Hispanic/Latino, and/or from low-income families.
The organization’s mission is to ensure that the benefits of AI are accessible to all and that the people creating and implementing this technology reflect the diversity of the world’s population.
AI4All offers a variety of programs, including summer camps, workshops, and online courses, to help young people develop their skills and knowledge in AI. Through these initiatives, AI4All is working to create a more equitable and just society in which everyone can thrive.