Bias Bias Bias

10th December 2024

Webinar | Intersectional Fairness in AI: Legal Frameworks, Tools, and Learning Opportunities

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Join us for an in-depth online webinar, hosted by the BIAS and DIVERSIFAIR projects in partnership with the Crowdhelix Trustworthy AI Helix community, to discuss and shape the future of fair and ethical AI in recruitment and workplace decision-making. This interactive event is an excellent opportunity for researchers, industry professionals, HR experts, and policy advocates to contribute to the development of more inclusive AI practices.

When & where? 📅📍

  • Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
  • Time: 15:00–16:45 CET
  • Location: Online

Webinar objectives 🎯

  • Explore intersectional fairness in AI: Address key biases in AI systems impacting recruitment and workplace equity, focusing on race, gender, and social identities.
  • Engage in policy discussions: Understand the EU AI Act’s implications on workplace AI practices.
  • Access practical tools for fair AI use: Learn about tools for AI auditing and bias detection to ensure ethical AI implementations.

Agenda 🕒

Time Session
15:00 Welcome Message — Silvia Ecclesia, PhD Candidate, NTNU
15:05 Introduction to the BIAS Project — Roger A. Søraa, Professor, NTNU Department of Interdisciplinary Studies of Culture
15:20 DIVERSIFAIR: Building a Fairer Future for AI in Europe — Dr. Lizette Maljaars, TNO ICT, Strategy & Policy
15:35 Roundtable Discussion: Shaping the Future: The Impact of the AI Act on the Workplace

– Carlotta Rigotti, Post-Doc Researcher, Leiden University

– Susan Leavy, Assistant Professor, UCD and Member of Irish Government AI Advisory Council

– Ilina Georgieva, Specialist Scientist, TNO
16:05 AI Auditing and Bias Detection — Gemma Galdon Clavell, CEO of ETICAS AI
16:20 Navigating Fair AI Use in Recruitment: The BIAS Capacity Building Program — Maria Sangiuliano, PhD, Smart Venice
16:35 Crowdhelix Platform: Trustworthy AI Helix for Impact Acceleration and Future Collaboration — Cais Jurgens, Head of Membership Development, Crowdhelix
16:45 Wrap-Up

What you’ll gain? ✨

  • Learn about biases in AI and their impact on hiring
  • Access innovative tools for AI auditing and fair use
  • Engage in discussions on legal frameworks like the AI Act
  • Network within the Trustworthy AI community on Crowdhelix

Who should attend? 👥

Researchers, HR specialists, policymakers, educators, and social advocates working to make AI fairer and more inclusive.

Who is the responsible partner? 🤝

Crowdhelix, in collaboration with BIAS and DIVERSIFAIR partners.

💡 Join us for this engaging session and contribute to building a fairer AI landscape. Register now to be part of this impactful discussion!

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