Virtual Coded Bias Panel Discussion w/Support for Code Black

During this virtual session, Nebraska-based tech professionals and community builders will share their perspectives on the documentary Coded Bias. We encourage you to check out this documentary about the societal implications of bias in Artificial Intelligence (AI) prior to this session. More info about Coded Bias and a link to watch the documentary is available at the following link: https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/coded-bias/

Documentary summary:
Modern society sits at the intersection of two crucial questions: What does it mean when AI increasingly governs our liberties? And what are the consequences for the people AI is biased against? When MIT Media Lab researcher Joy Buolamwini discovers the most facial recognition software does not accurately identify darker-skinned faces and the faces of women, she delves into an investigation of widespread bias in algorithms. As it turns out, artificial intelligence is not neutral, and women are leading the charge to ensure our civil rights are protected.

Our panelists include:

• David Pollock, Founder of Code Black
• Carleá Jean Magee, UX Researcher at Buildertrend
• Ruth Cronin, Director of Information Services at Mutual of Omaha
• Amanda Martinez, Engineering Manager at Chromatic
• Dorothy Johnson, Director of Diversity Equity and Inclusion at Duschene Academy
• Nick Nisi, Senior Software Engineer II at C2FO

Moderator: Shonna Dorsey, Information Services Manager at Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company

Those of you who are familiar with Wine and Code events know that we encourage participants to support a nonprofit/community group as part of the registration process. We hope that you will consider supporting Code Black, an organization committed to helping Black and LatinX professionals become equipped for their roles, empowered to become thought leaders, and connected to supportive communities.

Visit Code Black's donation page: https://codeblacktech.com/donate/

We look forward to seeing you!