ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

Artificial Intelligence is transforming our world, but are we fully prepared for the risks it brings?

This In-person, 2-hour intensive workshop in Halifax was designed specifically for Black professionals and other underrepresented groups in tech to deepen understanding of AI systems, their potential risks, and how we can shape a safer future together.

We broke down how AI systems learn, make decisions, and act, and then dove into the points where things can go wrong. From bias and data harms to questions of accountability and human control, this workshop equipped it's participants with the insights and tools to navigate AI’s ethical, social, and safety challenges.

WHAT PARTICIPANTS LEARNED

✅ How AI systems are trained, evaluated, and deployed
✅ Common failure points and real-world examples of AI gone wrong
✅ Key risks such as algorithmic bias, automation harms, and alignment issues
✅ Emerging tools, frameworks, and strategies for responsible AI development
✅ How to become an informed voice in the conversation around AI Risks, Safety and Governance

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This session is open to:

  • ✅ Black Professionals and students in Tech or adjacent fields

  • ✅ Anyone curious about how AI impacts society
    ✅ Members of other Underrepresented groups
    ✅ Developers, designers, policy advocates, and change-makers looking to apply a justice-centered lens to technology


  • The workshop is FREE and no technical background is required. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just beginning your AI journey, you’ll walk away with powerful knowledge and a clearer sense of your role in building safer systems.

THIS SESSION IS OPEN TO:

  • ✅ Black Professionals and students in Tech or adjacent fields or curious about how AI impacts society
    ✅ Members of other Underrepresented groups
    ✅ Developers, designers, policy advocates, and change-makers looking to apply a justice-centered lens to technology



WHY IT MATTERS:

Too often, the communities most affected by AI systems are excluded from their design and governance. This workshop centers diverse voices to ensure that ethical, safe, and inclusive AI is not just a possibility, but a priority!

SECURE YOUR SPOT

Date: Wednesday 28th May, 2025

Time: 5.30 to 7.00pm

Location: Halifax Central Library, Halifax NS

Space is limited and registration is required.
Click HERE TO Register Now!

Let’s build an AI future that protects, empowers, and includes us all

Our Mission

Our mission is to lower the barrier for the underrepresented communities and promote an inclusive generation equipped to lead in addressing emerging AI risks.

We do so by:

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Building a strong, inclusive community of students and professionals focused on addressing risks associated with emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence.

2.

Acting as a catalyst, we support early and mid-career researchers by providing resources and mentorship to pursue impactful research in AI Safety, AI Governance, and AI Policy.

3.

Through mentorship and advocacy, we aim to enable meaningful participation from underrepresented populations to foster a diverse generation of leaders who will shape the future of AI responsibly and ethically.

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Growing a talent infrastructure for inclusive AI by establishing institutional connections to drive substantial progress on key AI Safety, Policy and Governance challenges.

Empowering underrepresented talents to find their voices in AI Safety, Policy and Governance

Contact Us

For general inquiries or concerns related to TechForward Impact, please reach out.

Email: engage@techforwardimpact.org

Open Hours

Mon-Fri: 9 AM – 6 PM

Saturday: 9 AM – 4 PM

Sunday: Closed

Location

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