Equity, Ethics, Engagement in AI

Voices of 2 Blocks

Our 4th Design Redefined seminar, a collaboration between Innovators for Purpose, the MIT Museum, and MIT MAD, featured a dynamic panel discussion led by Raechel Walker and Daniella DiPaola, both Ph.D. students at the MIT Media Lab, along with Wendell Joseph, a visionary thinker, dreamer, educator, designer, and strategic advisor. iFp's Emerging Innovator, Ramzey, expertly moderated the session. Together, they initiated a dialogue that set the stage for a transformative approach to AI development.

The conversation covered a range of critical topics, including:

• Inclusion as a catalyst for innovation in AI.
• Strategies for overcoming barriers to inclusivity within the AI ecosystem.
• Methods for engaging underrepresented groups to ensure their participation and inclusion in AI innovation.

For those who couldn't join us or wish to revisit the insightful discussion, we invite you to listen to the conversation on the "Voices of 2 Blocks" podcast, available in Season 3, Episode 4. This episode offers a deep dive into how we can collectively foster a more inclusive, ethical, and engaged approach to AI, ensuring technology serves all of humanity equitably.

Note: Design Redefined is a series designed to engage the public in conversation, aiming to shift our collective perception of design from a traditional product-centric viewpoint—commonly associated with graphic, industrial, or fashion design—towards recognizing it as a process, such as design thinking or human-centered design, and ultimately as a powerful tool for social impact. Our goal is to broaden the understanding of design, showcasing its potential to drive societal change.