Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG)

??We are so thrilled about the first in person #WiAIG Milan and Women of Italy Chapter Nexus and in person event! Endless thanks to our leadership, Francesca Romana Pesce and Giovanna Fragalà !!

First Chapter Meeting of Women of the Caribbean in AI Governance Wednesday 26 March at 2 PM EDT (GMT-4) We are looking forward to an engaging and insightful session as we launch this important initiative. Attendees will have the opportunity to: ? Learn more about the mission and work of Women in AI Governance ? Understand the goals and priorities of our Caribbean chapter ? Explore key AI initiatives taking place across the region ? Hear from expert speakers working on AI policy within Caribbean governments Please note the time zone difference. For just two weeks each year, the United States moves into daylight saving time ahead of Europe. It can be a calendar challenge, but we have it covered. Looking forward to connecting with you all. Haven’t signed up? Here’s the link ???? https://lnkd.in/dv29SS8w Shoshana Rosenberg Andrea A. Jacobs Christopher Reckord Jeehan Miller MBA, CC, CCRS, NCSE

Trailblazing women have shaped and continue to shape the #privacy profession. In a time when diversity initiatives face renewed threats, it’s more crucial than ever to recognise the visionary leadership, resilience, and relentless commitment of women who not only enrich the field of privacy but also serve as a beacon for progress. Without their contributions, our story of privacy would be incomplete, which is why I'm so happy that it's a key topic in my film, Privacy People (https://lnkd.in/eV6KxT28). Check out this new trailer and join me in celebrating the inspiring voices of Harriet Pearson, Bojana Bellamy, Jane Horvath, Clarisse Girot, Kalinda Raina, Faith Knight Myers, Christina Montgomery, and Ruby Zefo. Let me know what you think in the comments ?? ! #PrivacyPeople #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #WomenInPrivacy #DiversityMatters #Inclusion

True greatness, extraordinary achievements and creativity rarely flourish in isolation. Rather, they are the culmination of meticulous care, mindfulness and the collaborative efforts of like-minded individuals. As I reflect on the remarkable success of our Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG) #Canada chapter inaugural event in #Toronto last week, I am compelled to express my heartfelt gratitude to a special segment of my network. Their kindness and support were also instrumental in making this event a phenomenal success and it would be an unforgivable oversight not to acknowledge their invaluable contributions. And in this spirit, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for the invaluable #allyship, #sponsorship and enduring #friendships of the following individuals: ? Matthew Murray - Northeastern University Toronto ? Kashif Parvaiz, MBA, P.Eng, CISSP, CISM, PMP | Raheel Qureshi - CISSP, SABSA (SCF), COBIT | Farooq Wahab Naiyer | Samer Adi, M.Sc. - NKST ? Ihtisham Qureshi -Healthlytics.AI ? Daniel Doane - MD+A Health Solutions ? Junior Williams - MOBIA ? Julian Pedraza, FIP, AIGP, CIPP/C, CC, BEng. | Charitarth Bharti FIP, AIGP | Stephen Moscicky | Terry Laukkanen | Sajid Mahmud - IAPP #Toronto chapter ? Safayat Moahamad, LL.B, AIGP, FIP - Info-Tech Research Group ? Mark Eichhorn and Ali Ansari – friendship beyond measure ? Jay Averitt & Carlos Chalico - giants in inspiration #privacy #cybersecurity #AIgovernance #datagovernance #privacyengineering #dataprotection #ailiteracy #aiethics #aitechnology #privacylaws

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?? Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG) is proud to welcome Ervane Tchoumi as our Regional Chapter Chair for ?????????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ?????????? ???? ???? ????????????????????. ?? ?? Ervane is a digital transformation expert and social entrepreneur who champions frugal digital transformation and AI to drive technology integration and innovation for SMEs. With a deep belief in the power of simplicity and agility, she has pioneered concepts that help businesses achieve impactful change without overcomplicating their processes. ?? Ervane’s career is marked by her passion for connecting opportunities. She established and scaled a freelancing platform that now boasts over 5,000 active users, linking African talent with global opportunities—an initiative that reflects her commitment to unlocking untapped potential through pragmatic digital strategies. ?? Her approach combines frugal innovation with a clear focus on real business outcomes. By cutting through the noise, Ervane empowers organizations to transform digitally in a way that is sustainable and laser-focused on growth. Her work inspires leaders to embrace simplicity, agility, and resourcefulness as tools for lasting change. ?? With a growing focus on responsible AI integration, Ervane brings a systems-thinking mindset to the challenges and opportunities that AI presents—particularly in fast-evolving, resource-constrained environments. She advocates for digital strategies that are efficient, ethical, inclusive, and aligned with long-term value. The #GlobalSouth is shaping AI governance through frameworks grounded in its own priorities, practices, and forms of intelligence. This important #WiAIG community can highlight and leverage infrastructure, policy design, and adaptive methods drawn from specific regional ecosystems. It can help to spotlight the technical skill, creative foresight, and the intellectual capital already active across the Global South. ?? ???? ???????????????????? ?????????????? ???? ???????? ???????? ???????????????????? ??????????????????????????. ???? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ??????????????????, ??????????????????????????, ????????????????????, ??????????????????????????, ?????? ?????? ?????????? ?????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ???? ??????????????. ???????????????? ???????????????????? ?????????????? ???? ?????????????? ???? ?????????? ???????????? ???????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ??????????. ???? ??????'?? ???????? ???? ?????????????? ???????? ?????????????? ???? ???????? ??????????????, ?????????????? ??????????????????????@??????????.??????. ?? WiAIG is excited to support Ervane as she helps to build a community grounded in regional insight, connecting women across the Global South who are already shaping- or are looking to shape- the path forward. #WomeninAIGovernance Shoshana Emerald De Dr. Chantelle Brandt Larsen DBA, MA,Belinda LLM, CIPP/US Samantha Madhumita Gabriela Karine

? Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG) is excited to welcome Shruti Kakade as our WiAIG #Berlin Chapter Chair! ?? Shruti brings an interdisciplinary lens and a deep commitment to AI ethics, responsible innovation, and digital governance to one of Europe’s most influential tech and policy centers. ?? With a background in computer engineering from the Pune Institute of Computer Technology in India and currently pursuing her master’s at the Hertie School of Governance, Shruti represents the next generation of leaders working at the intersection of technology, policy, and social impact. ?? Her work and interests span AI ethics, data governance, digital policy, and the regulatory frameworks shaping responsible AI development. With experience in the interdisciplinary application of data science and analytics, Shruti brings a systems-level perspective to how AI technologies can serve society more equitably and transparently. ??? Berlin is a crucial node in Europe’s AI landscape as both a hub for startups and digital innovation and as a center for policy dialogue and regulatory development, especially at the intersection of democratic values, human rights, and emerging technologies. Under Shruti’s leadership, #WiAIG Berlin will be a space for critical dialogue, collaboration, and community-building, connecting the technical and governance communities to shape the future of AI in alignment with ethical and societal goals. ?? We are thrilled to support Shruti as she builds a vibrant chapter in Berlin and advances inclusive, responsible AI governance in one of Europe’s most important cities. #WomeninAIGovernance #ShapingthePathForward Emerald De Leeuw-Goggin Shoshana Rosenberg Dr. Chantelle Brandt Larsen DBA, MA, FCIPD??????????????????????

? Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG) is delighted to welcome Christy Hawkins as the #WiAIG Dallas Metropolitan Chapter Chair! Christy brings deep expertise in AI governance, privacy law, and regulatory compliance to our growing community in one of the most dynamic tech and business regions in the country. ?? As a #privacy and #AI attorney at Akerman, Christy works directly with clients across the entire AI lifecycle, guiding them through the realities of developing, deploying, and managing AI systems responsibly. Her work spans AI governance frameworks, audits, impact assessments, risk management, and compliance planning, ensuring that organizations navigate both legal and ethical complexities with clarity. ?? Christy’s practice also reflects the increasing intersection of AI and regulation, where she advises on a wide range of frameworks—including CCPA, CPRA, GDPR, and NYDFS cybersecurity regulations—and brings a strategic, grounded approach to how organizations adapt to evolving requirements in both U.S. and global contexts. ?? Her leadership in Dallas comes at an exciting moment, as Dallas is a fast-growing center for innovation and technology and is deeply connected to finance, logistics, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. In these sectors and in a city like so many others around the world where AI is being rapidly deployed and where governance must keep pace, Christy’s leadership for our community in the region is an exciting step forward. ??? As Dallas continues to grow in influence, WiAIG Dallas leadership is meant to serve as a powerful catalyst for cross-sector collaboration, ethical AI strategy, and community-building—grounded in knowledge-sharing, community, and the real challenges and opportunities facing organizations today. We’re thrilled to support Christy as she leads this chapter, and we look forward to the meaningful impact she will bring to AI governance in Dallas and beyond. #WomeninAIGovernance Kassi Burns Emerald De Leeuw-Goggin Shoshana Rosenberg Dr. Chantelle Brandt Larsen DBA, MA, FCIPD??????????????????????

Last week I had the honor of sharing a stage with Chelsea Nakogee and Shaun McCumber at the #VIPSS conference in Victoria, BC. It is an interesting time to be talking about #sovereignty in Canada. Over the last few months we have seen Canadians come together to stand up to threats to wellbeing and prosperity, disregard for cultural identity, and gaslighting on a global scale. Canadians are incredibly proud of the country’s unified response to a threat to undermine its sovereignty. I asked the panelists, “what needs to change in order for Canada to be proud of how it respects the sovereignty of Indigenous people?” Chelsea and Shaun spoke from their hearts about what Indigenous Data Sovereignty means to them, about generational trauma, and the exhaustion from having to fight for their fundamental rights. They echoed Jeff Doctor’s sentiments in his recent post “We can do something different” (linked below in the comments). Chelsea walked through a specific example of how the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) is currently using Indigenous data without consultation, and disregarding opposition from rights holders. They refuse to engage in a meaningful way, and enable some Children’s Aid Societies to withhold data from Indigenous communities, blocking children and families from accessing culturally grounded support. They’re doing this under the guise of privacy, and with no respect for the principles of OCAP?. Chelsea laid out three specific, concrete calls to action. Shaun shared wisdom gained throughout his 40 year career as a steward, advocate, and innovator; as a lifelong learner; and as the grandson of 6 Cree grandmothers, and the grandfather of a proud Metís Princess! Shaun talked about mistakes and lessons learned along the way as they figured out how to design technology and systems, and the work he is currently doing with Mustimuhw to design an Indigenous Digital Health Ecosystem. He implored us to focus on sustainability as we go forward. The slides are available, and Shaun and Chelsea generously prepared a long list of resources to learn more about Indigenous Data Sovereignty. #databack https://lnkd.in/gC3nNTFP Thank you, Shaun and Chelsea, for educating and inspiring me, and thank you Greg Spievak, Christine Barry, and Reboot Communications Ltd. for another amazing conference.

Last Wednesday, I attended an exciting Women in AI Governance? (WiAIG) event at the Northeastern University Toronto campus. The lineup of panelists was impressive, featuring industry leaders and experts in the field such as: - Patricia Thaine - Private AI - Sedef Akinli Kocak, PhD, MBA - Vector Institute - Jessica Blackman - Vector Institute - Kathrin Gardhouse - AIGS Canada - AI Governance & Safety and other initiatives. The event was moderated by the amazing Saima Fancy an enthusiast of Privacy Engineering and AI Governance. This setting provided me with an excellent opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues while engaging in meaningful discussions about the global AI landscape and its implications for Canada. Key takeaways from the event: ?? Incentivizing local AI hubs: There's a pressing need to support small companies with incentives similar to those offered abroad, addressing the unique challenges faced by Canadian firms. ?? Nurturing early talent: We must actively promote and sponsor emerging professionals, especially women, to join the AI industry. ?? Combating "Brain Drain": Implementing strategies to retain local talent is crucial for Canada's AI ecosystem. ?? Balancing innovation and governance: While fostering innovation is important, certain non-negotiable factors must be addressed before advancing the conversation. The event highlighted the importance of collaboration and strategic planning in shaping Canada's AI future. I'm anticipating the next gathering to continue these relevant discussions. Thanks for the treats and the great organization to all the volunteers! ?? Saima Fancy #AIGovernance #Privacy #Canada #AIInnovation #WomenInTech #WomenInAI