Presentation
Women in AI - Challenges and Solutions
DescriptionArtificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most transformative technologies in this century and permeates nearly every facet of our existence. Despite its rapid growth and deep societal impact, the field of AI faces a significant gender disparity. Women are underrepresented in AI, both in industry and academia. This gender gap is not just a social issue -- it has a profound impact on the development of AI systems, potentially leading to biased applications that can exacerbate existing inequalities. The current status of women in AI reflects broader systemic issues in STEM fields, including gender biases in education systems, the lack of role models, and a work culture that often marginalizes women’s contributions. This presentation explores the challenges faced by women in AI and presents approaches that the University of Florida’s Women in High Performance (WHPC) Chapter took to overcome the barriers.