AI Talks with Coffee/Tea No: XIII: Globalizing perspectives on AI safety

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/467000

Globalizing perspectives on AI safety Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. EST Online only: https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety RSVP to watch online Artificial intelligence (AI) safety is an emerging field dedicated to ensuring that AI systems operate reliably, ethically, and beneficially. However, mainstream narratives surrounding AI safety often reflect the objectives and perspectives of Western institutions, prioritizing technical risks like alignment and misuse while neglecting broader societal and contextual harms. As global AI safety efforts gain momentum—through initiatives like the AI Safety Summit, specialized institutes, and new benchmarks—critical gaps remain. Many current evaluation methods lack coverage of non-Western languages, cultural norms, and societal contexts, leading to AI systems that perform poorly in diverse environments and reinforce systemic biases. These limitations highlight the urgent need for globalized approaches to AI safety. On February 19, join the Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings for a webinar featuring a panel of experts from across the globe to examine how Western-centric assumptions in AI safety frameworks can perpetuate inequities and bias. Panelists will explore region-specific challenges, such as linguistic and cultural barriers as well as innovative frameworks, technical measures, and human-centered approaches to redefine what it means for AI to be "safe" on a global scale. Viewers can submit questions for speakers via email to events@brookings.edu or on X (formerly Twitter) @BrookingsGov using #AISafety. Panel discussion Moderator: Chinasa T. Okolo, Fellow, Center for Technology Innovation, Brookings Grace Chege, Fellow, ILINA Program Maia Levy Daniel, Senior Program Manager, Trust and Safety Foundation Shaun Ee, Policy and Strategy Manager, Institute for AI Policy and Strategy Ben Kereopa-Yorke, Master's Student, The University of New South Wales Jam Kraprayoon, Strategy Manager, Institute for AI Policy and Strategy Craig Ramlal, Lecturer, The University of West Indies https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety Agenda: https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/467000

AI Talks with Coffee/Tea No: XIII: Globalizing perspectives on AI safety

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/467000

Globalizing perspectives on AI safety Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. EST Online only: https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety RSVP to watch online Artificial intelligence (AI) safety is an emerging field dedicated to ensuring that AI systems operate reliably, ethically, and beneficially. However, mainstream narratives surrounding AI safety often reflect the objectives and perspectives of Western institutions, prioritizing technical risks like alignment and misuse while neglecting broader societal and contextual harms. As global AI safety efforts gain momentum—through initiatives like the AI Safety Summit, specialized institutes, and new benchmarks—critical gaps remain. Many current evaluation methods lack coverage of non-Western languages, cultural norms, and societal contexts, leading to AI systems that perform poorly in diverse environments and reinforce systemic biases. These limitations highlight the urgent need for globalized approaches to AI safety. On February 19, join the Center for Technology Innovation at Brookings for a webinar featuring a panel of experts from across the globe to examine how Western-centric assumptions in AI safety frameworks can perpetuate inequities and bias. Panelists will explore region-specific challenges, such as linguistic and cultural barriers as well as innovative frameworks, technical measures, and human-centered approaches to redefine what it means for AI to be "safe" on a global scale. Viewers can submit questions for speakers via email to events@brookings.edu or on X (formerly Twitter) @BrookingsGov using #AISafety. Panel discussion Moderator: Chinasa T. Okolo, Fellow, Center for Technology Innovation, Brookings Grace Chege, Fellow, ILINA Program Maia Levy Daniel, Senior Program Manager, Trust and Safety Foundation Shaun Ee, Policy and Strategy Manager, Institute for AI Policy and Strategy Ben Kereopa-Yorke, Master's Student, The University of New South Wales Jam Kraprayoon, Strategy Manager, Institute for AI Policy and Strategy Craig Ramlal, Lecturer, The University of West Indies https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety Agenda: https://www.brookings.edu/events/globalizing-perspectives-on-ai-safety Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/467000

IEEE HKN to Industry Event: Integrating AI into Engineering Education – Preparing Students for the Future

Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/464000

Don't miss this 3-day virtual event that prepares students to enter the workforce and advises young professionals on how to advance in their careers. Register for the conference and choose which sessions you want to attend: Come to one, two or all sessions. Registration fee covers all learning sessions, networking, and dedicated recruitment fair hours! Tell your friends and classmates - everyone is welcome to attend! Integrating AI into Engineering Education – Preparing Students for the Future This session will offer valuable insights for students, educators, and professionals, providing a roadmap for leveraging AI responsibly in engineering and beyond. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how AI is shaping education, research, and industry, and how they can prepare for an AI-driven future with both confidence and integrity. Resumes Wanted When you register for the conference, submit your resume to be shared with our partners involved in the Pathways program. All resumes submitted will be forwarded to our participating organizations AND there will be a Resume Review Session during the conference. Prizes for Attendees & Chapters The two HKN Chapters who bring the most attendees from their universities will win an HKN Pizza Party (a US$100 value) so spread the word on your campus! HKN Prize packs will be sent to Pathways Leaderboard champions (most active, engaged attendees)! Visit the Pathways site and watch your inbox for more program information! Save US$5 off your registration fee when you register by 12 February 2025. *HKN Members: US$10 (US$5 if registered by 12 February 2025) *IEEE Members: US$20 (US$15 if registered by 12 February 2025) Non-Members: US$30 (US$25 if registered by 12 February 2025) *Be sure to log in using your IEEE account credentials to unlock member rates. Agenda: Don't miss this 3-day virtual event that prepares students to enter the workforce and advises young professionals on how to advance in their careers. Register for the conference and choose which sessions you want to attend: Come to one, two or all sessions. Registration fee covers all learning sessions, networking, and dedicated recruitment fair hours! Tell your friends and classmates - everyone is welcome to attend! I will post the URL here soon. Best regards Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/464000