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The mission of the International Relations Round Table is to promote interest in library issues and librarianship worldwide; to help coordinate international activities within ALA, serving as a liaison between the International Relations Committee and those members of the Association interested in international relations; to develop programs and activities which further the international objectives of ALA; and to provide hospitality and information to visitors from abroad.



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IFLA DH/DS SIG - Free Webinar - Navigating the Risks of Global Inclusiveness: ML/AI Applications in Librarianship and DH/DS Practices

  • 1.  IFLA DH/DS SIG - Free Webinar - Navigating the Risks of Global Inclusiveness: ML/AI Applications in Librarianship and DH/DS Practices

    Posted Sep 27, 2024 01:46 PM

    Join IFLA's Digital Humanities/Digital Scholarship Special Interest Group (DHDS SIG), in partnership with the Artificial Intelligence (AI) SIG and Information Technology (IT) and Knowledge Management (KM) Sections, for an Open Webinar:

     

    "Navigating the Risks of Global Inclusiveness: ML/AI Applications in Librarianship and DH/DS Practices."

    Wednesday, November 6 at 3:00 PM (CEST)

    Register here.

     

    Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications are revolutionizing librarianship, offering opportunities for personalized user services and streamlined workflows. However, as libraries embrace these technologies, it's essential to consider the risks associated with global inclusiveness. ML and AI developments, including natural language processing and semantic analysis, hold promise for advancing DH/DS practices and fostering social progress. Yet, there's a need to ensure that these technologies promote inclusivity and minimize bias for all linguistic identities and social groups.

     

    This webinar will explore the role of libraries in enhancing social and cultural inclusion through ML/AI adoption. Join us to delve into practical strategies for leveraging ML/AI to foster diversity, equity, and accessibility in libraries and society. Together, we'll explore how libraries can embrace innovative technologies to better serve communities and promote inclusivity in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

     

    The program will include a keynote, three speakers from across the globe, and a Q&A moderated discussion. See below for the speaker's names and topics. More info to come! 

    Keynote Paul Gooding, University of Glasgow, UK,  "Global Inclusiveness and Local Contextuality: Supporting Responsible AI in Libraries for Indigenous Communities"

    Mini Devi, University of Kerala, India "AI Contribution in Developing Indigenous Language Libraries in India"

    Sümeyye Akça, Marmara University, Turkey "Classifying Kadi Registers Using the BERT Model"

    Trevor Watkins, George Mason University, US "Project MOCA: Addressing Bias in Conversational AI"



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    Maggie Farrell
    Councilor at Large
    Dean of Libraries
    University of Nevada, Las Vegas
    maggie.farrell@unlv.edu
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