Lamees Butt: Enabling Women across the World to Find Their Voice
Lamees: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Did you know that only 9% of CEOs are women today?
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Agnes Wun: Combating Hiring Discrimination through Generative AI
Agnes: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Most often, video interviews for employment opportunities are conducted in English, dominated by key players in the US. This poses an opportunity for social and ethnic discrimination against non-English-speaking job candidates in other parts of the world, such as developing countries. Moreover, biases even in AI algorithms may perpetuate discrimination against minority group members, as reported by the Financial Times. This is because personally identifiable information (PII) such as facial images, skin color, and gender are being used by AI models as part of the talent assessment process. This can cause significant adverse impact to the realization of human capital and productivity.
Subham Kedia: Empowering Marginalized Rural Artisans in South Asia
Subham: Thanks for having me, Spiffy! Alokya addresses the challenge of providing sustainable and culturally authentic household goods by partnering with rural artisans in South Asia. These artisans handcraft products using eco-friendly materials, showcasing the region's rich cultural heritage. By doing so, Alokya not only supports rural communities and preserves traditional craftsmanship, but also contributes to environmental preservation by minimizing its ecological footprint.
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