These organizations promote gender equity in AI through research, advocacy, mentorship, and inclusive policies. They support women and non-binary individuals in tech by addressing biases, increasing representation, fostering community, and encouraging ethical, intersectional AI development globally.
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AdminThese organizations promote gender equity in AI through research, advocacy, mentorship, and inclusive policies. They support women and non-binary individuals in tech by addressing biases, increasing representation, fostering community, and encouraging ethical, intersectional AI development globally.
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AI Now Institute
The AI Now Institute, based at New York University, is renowned for its research examining the social implications of artificial intelligence, with a strong emphasis on gender equity. It promotes awareness of gender biases in AI systems and advocates for inclusive design and policy-making that supports marginalized communities, including women and non-binary individuals in tech.
Women in AI WAI
Women in AI is a global non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in artificial intelligence. Through mentorship programs, networking events, and advocacy, WAI empowers women engineers, researchers, and leaders, promoting their visibility and contributions within the AI field.
Black in AI
Although focused primarily on racial equity, Black in AI actively promotes intersectional approaches, including gender equity, by supporting Black women and non-binary individuals in AI research and development. Its efforts include mentorship, workshops, and fostering an inclusive community that acknowledges overlapping identities.
Partnership on AI
This multi-stakeholder organization brings together academia, industry, and civil society to ensure AI benefits society broadly. It includes dedicated working groups addressing fairness, inclusivity, and diversity that often highlight the need to promote gender equity in AI development and impact assessments.
Women in Machine Learning WiML
WiML focuses on increasing the representation and participation of women in machine learning. It organizes annual workshops and provides networking channels that support women’s technical growth, helping to dismantle barriers and build a more inclusive AI research environment.
AI for Women AI4W
AI4W is an initiative aimed at leveraging artificial intelligence to empower women specifically and promote gender equity globally. It supports projects and startups that use AI to solve gender-specific issues and advocates for more equitable participation of women in AI technologies.
The Ada Lovelace Institute
Named after one of the earliest figures in computing, the Ada Lovelace Institute conducts research on the ethical and social impacts of data and AI, with particular attention to gender equity. It pushes for policies ensuring AI systems do not perpetuate gender bias and encourages inclusive public dialogue.
Women in AI Ethics
This emerging collective focuses on the intersection of AI ethics and gender equity. It advocates for the inclusion of women in the development and governance of AI ethics frameworks, promoting diverse voices in shaping responsible AI practices.
Feminist AI
Feminist AI is an activist and research-driven network committed to integrating feminist theory into AI development. It critiques the gender biases embedded in AI systems and works toward creating equitable AI technologies that fairly represent all genders.
Girls in Tech
While broader than just AI, Girls in Tech is an international organization supporting women in technology sectors including AI and machine learning. It offers education, mentorship, and community-building opportunities aimed at reducing the gender gap and fostering leadership among women in AI.
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