SWARMathon

AI for Energy & Oceans

In the last episode of this season, we’re putting SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) at the heart of the AI conversation. How can AI accelerate the transition to renewable energy and protect our oceans from climate and ecological threats? We’re bringing together four inspiring voices who are shaping sustainable futures at the intersection of AI, environment, and equity:✨ Alex Petersen [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-petersen5/]✨ Harsha Srivatsa [https://www.linkedin.com/in/harshasrivatsa/]✨ Robin Happel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjhappel/]✨ Lydia Samuels [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-samuels-068305213/]

AI for Peace, Justice & Global Partnerships

This month, we’re putting SDG 16 (Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) at the heart of the AI conversation. How can AI strengthen trust, transparency, and collaboration across nations, sectors, and communities? We’re bringing together three incredible changemakers working at the intersection of AI, governance, and global cooperation:✨ Kasia Kaminska (she/her) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kasia-kaminska3/]✨ ツ Dr. Stefania Pecore [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefaniapecore/]✨ Marisol Rodriguez [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisol-rodriguez-63aa66220/]

AI & Gender Equality

In this episode of the SWARMathon series, we’re putting gender equity at the center of the AI conversation. Because when we talk about building ethical, responsible AI, who gets included, and who gets left out? We’re bringing together four powerhouse voices who are shaping the future of AI and design through the lens of gender, systems, and equity:✨ Erika Flowers [https://www.linkedin.com/in/helloeflowers/]✨ Garima Gujral [https://www.linkedin.com/in/garima-gujral-605975147/]✨ Lizzette Soria [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzette-soria-2aa55498/]✨ Miray Berber [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mirayberber/]

Moms in Tech: How AI Is Shaping the Lives of Children

In this episode, we’re putting moms and children at the center of the AI conversation. Because when we talk about building ethical, inclusive AI, who is being designed for? And who’s doing the designing? We have three incredible moms who are in tech to explore this topic with Emily Jones 🌵 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyjdesigns/], Michelle Novak, MS - HCI [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellenovak23/], and Yaddy Arroyo [https://www.linkedin.com/in/yaddy/].

Learning Reimagined – AI’s Role in Inclusive and Lifelong Education

This sixth episode focuses on: ✅ SDG 4 – Quality Education: Ensure inclusive and equitable education and promote lifelong learning for all We’re excited to feature Dr. Jess Mendoza [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesstheresearcher/], Kathryn Decker [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-decker-profile/], and Sydney Yeager, Ph.D. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydney-yeager-anthropologist/] —experts in cognitive psychology, strategic operations, and cultural anthropology—who are leading innovative work at the intersection of AI, education, and equity. 💡Key topics include: ➡️ Designing inclusive, AI-powered learning tools for diverse cognitive needs ➡️ Using AI to scale equitable access and operational effectiveness in education ➡️ Exploring how cultural context, stigma, and social trust shape AI’s impact in learning environments ➡️ Cross-disciplinary strategies for lifelong learning and system-level transformation