The ZScaler team in honor of Black History Month hosted a session focused on “BHM: Exploring the Intersection of AI and Blackness” Sheena Miles and Sari De, Global DEIB Consultant at PowerToFly joined in an open dialogue about the unique challenges and opportunities on this topic.
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📝Key Takeaways
After watching the session, you will gain the following insights and actionable steps:
KEY INSIGHT: Historical data used to train AI models often contains embedded biases, particularly affecting underrepresented groups through systems like hiring algorithms, facial recognition, and risk assessment tools. ACTIONABLE ITEM: Before using AI tools, research the models and companies behind them - opt for those with transparent ethical guidelines and documented efforts to address bias (like Anthropic's Claude vs Twitter-trained models). KEY INSIGHT: While AI presents risks in institutional/governmental use, it can be an equalizer on a personal level - African Americans are 10% more likely to use ChatGPT than white Americans, using it as a resource for career advancement and knowledge access. ACTIONABLE ITEM: Actively use AI tools for personal upskilling, particularly in areas where traditional mentorship or resources might be limited - treat AI as an intern or assistant to help draft business plans, learn new skills, or get career guidance. KEY INSIGHT: Women, particularly high-performing women, are 20% less likely to use AI tools due to feeling like they're "cheating" or not doing work authentically, while men don't share these hesitations. ACTIONABLE ITEM: Challenge self-limiting beliefs about AI use - recognize it as a legitimate tool for augmenting your capabilities and actively incorporate it into your workflow, starting with small tasks to build confidence.🗣️About Our Subject Matter Expert
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