Are black and brown communities prepared for the Artificial Intelligence transformation?

DECATUR, GA—The world is undergoing a transformation driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), with a particular focus on Generative AI, exemplified by . How well-prepared are black and brown communities to participate in this evolving landscape?

Experts from academia, industry, and community sectors will present their unique perspectives and experiences related to this topic at a listening session on Saturday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m. to noon, at New Life Church, 3592 Flat Shoals Road, Room 105, Decatur.

The South DeKalb Improvement Association Education (SDIAE), in collaboration with Lonnie Johnson’s STEM Center and other organizations in metro Atlanta, are hosting the free event and encouraging the public to attend.

SDIAE states that the listening session will provide critical information concerning Artificial Intelligence and its impact on education, job opportunities, communication and other aspects of our lives.

AI is not a recent concept; it has roots dating back to early civilizations but underwent a significant transformation in 1956. The term “artificial intelligence” was coined at the Dartmouth Workshop, where researchers convened to explore the potential of creating machines capable of emulating human intelligence.