Building Inclusive Pathways to Design & STEM Careers.
 

Transforming AI

Summit 2024

2 Blocks Summit 2023

 Agenda

TimeActivity
8:15 - 9:00amBreakfast and Registration
9:00 - 9:30amWelcome
9:30 - 10:30amDisrupt: Building a More Inclusive AI Future

Fireside Chat: Secretary Jason Snyder, Secretary Executive Office Technology Services and Security, Commonwealth Chief Information Officer, and Co-Chair AI Strategic Task Force Moderators: iFp Emerging Innovators Jennat and Hermela
10:30 - 10:50amGroup Photo / Break
10:50 - 12:20pmEmpower: Leading the Change

Friends of iFp + iFp Parents -
Workshop 0 | 10:50 - 11:50am | Parents to Policy Makers: What we all need to know about AI?

Delegates -
Workshop 1: Shaping the Future of AI (Computer Optional)
Workshop 2: Unleashing Creativity (Computer required)
Workshop 3: Facing the Coded Gaze (Computer required)
12:20 - 12:50pmLunch
12:50 - 1:35pmEmpower: Leading the Change

Demos / Art Installations / Multimedia Exhibits
1:35 - 2:30pmInnovate: AI Story Slam, Envisioning Inclusive Futures

Students share stories on how AI can make a positive difference in communities that are often overlooked by technological advancements. Compete for $4,000 in prizes.
2:30 - 3:00pmDebrief and Next Steps
3:00 - 4:00pmTour Volpe Human Factors Lab
Experience transportation simulators including flight and railroad.

Join iFp’s Community of ChangeMakers

Now Hiring Summer 2024 - Cambridge Residents Only

We welcome all emerging artists, designers, scientists, technologists, and change-makers. We’re especially on the lookout for people to join the following teams: AI Research | 2D Design | Video

Program Dates:
Summer: July 8 - August 9, Mon - Thurs 9:15 am - 3:15 pm with Friday field trips. We are a part of the Cambridge Mayors Summer Employment Program.

Location: Cambridge Public Library 449 Broadway Cambridge

To apply, students must:

  • Be at least 14 years old at program start.

  • A rising 9th, 10th, or 11th grader.

  • Have a demonstrated interest in Art, Design, STEM, and/or Social Change.

    Stipend: $15.00 per hour.

    Selection Process: With only a limited number of spots available, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed starting in March and candidates with the strongest applications will be contacted for interview.

Request Application - Summer 2024

Fall 2024 - Greater Boston and Cambridge Residents

We’re on the lookout for people to join the following teams: Coding | AI Research | 2D Design | Video

Location: Cambridge Public Library 449 Broadway Cambridge

Program Dates:

  • Fall Section A: Sep 9 - Jan 23, Mondays & Thursdays 4:00-7:00 pm

  • Fall Section B: Sep 10 - Jan 22, Tuesdays & Wednesdays 4:00-7:00 pm

To apply, students must:

  • Be at least 14 years old at program start.

  • Enrolled in 9th, 10th, 11th grade. Only accepting 12th graders with previous iFp experience.

  • Have a demonstrated interest in Art, Design, STEM, and/or Social Change.

    Stipend: $15.00 per hour.

Request Application - Fall 2024

 

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