AI Empowerment Summit: Shaping the Future with Inclusion – May 8-9, 2025

Hosted by Morgan State University, STEM City USA, and Career Communications Group, the summit will gather leading AI professionals, educators, policymakers, and community advocates to discuss the transformative power of AI.

BALTIMORE - Nov. 11, 2024 - PRLog -- The AI Empowerment Summit, a transformative two-day event focused on the expansive potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), will take place on May 8-9, 2025, at the Morgan State University School of Engineering's DeLoach Auditorium, located within the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center at the STEM City Baltimore Innovation Center. Hosted by Morgan State University, STEM City USA, and Career Communications Group, the summit will bring together industry leaders, educators, policymakers, and innovators to explore the intersection of AI and inclusion, while addressing the societal need for diversity in the rapidly growing tech sector.

The event will be a significant milestone in the development of the STEM City Baltimore Innovation Center, an initiative designed to empower communities, particularly underrepresented groups, to actively participate in and benefit from the burgeoning fields of artificial intelligence, technology, and innovation. Through this summit, STEM City USA is reinforcing its commitment to not only driving economic growth but also ensuring that diverse voices are integral to shaping the future of AI.

Why Inclusion Matters in AI

Inclusion is at the core of this summit because AI, when developed without diverse perspectives, risks reinforcing existing biases and exacerbating inequalities. To create AI systems that serve everyone equitably, it is essential that people from all walks of life—especially those from historically underrepresented communities—are involved in every stage of AI development. By ensuring inclusion in AI, the summit seeks to empower individuals to actively participate in shaping technological solutions, ensuring AI advancements reflect the diverse needs of society.

The AI Empowerment Summit is committed to addressing this by providing a platform for individuals from underrepresented groups to gain insights into AI's transformative potential. The event will focus on creating pathways into high-paying AI careers for marginalized communities, providing opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and networking that have traditionally been unavailable to many.

A Key Event at the STEM City Baltimore Innovation Center

The summit is a cornerstone of the STEM City Baltimore Innovation Center, located at the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center. The Innovation Center serves as a hub for AI education, training, and business development, all aimed at cultivating the next generation of AI leaders. Through collaboration with local schools, universities, and corporate partners, STEM City Baltimore seeks to foster a tech ecosystem where inclusion is prioritized, and opportunities are created for students, entrepreneurs, and professionals in the Baltimore area to thrive in the AI sector.

By hosting the AI Empowerment Summit at this state-of-the-art facility, the event underscores the city's commitment to AI innovation and workforce development. The STEM City Baltimore Innovation Center serves as a launchpad for initiatives like the summit, ensuring that Baltimore becomes a national leader in creating inclusive, diverse pathways into the tech industry. The center's location within the Thurgood Marshall Amenity Center, named after the iconic civil rights lawyer and Supreme Court Justice, symbolizes the ongoing fight for justice and equal access to opportunity—values that are at the heart of this summit.

Key Highlights of the Summit Include:

• Keynote Address: "AI for All – Shaping an Inclusive Future" (Day 1)
• Panel Discussion: "Inclusive Innovation – Building AI with Underrepresented Voices"
• Seminars: Covering AI's role in business strategy, ethics, and cybersecurity
• Fireside Chat: "AI and Education – Preparing the Next Generation" (Day 2)
• Workshops: Focused on AI ethics, responsible AI development, and data-driven business strategy