Diversity and AI

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not neutral. The way robots are built, trained, and used has a major impact on our everyday lives and our society.

The interaction of its products with people of different backgrounds, cultures and genders depends on who built the system and what training data is used for programming. With the consequences and problems of a lack of diversity, the robot-in-residence project advocates for a critical reflection on design processes and creates examples for a more diverse future vision with and through AI.
Three tandems of artists and coders will work with a NAO robot for six weeks, programming it and teaching it new skills. The focus is on a critical engagement with AI, especially in terms of diversity, local concerns and creativity.

Within six weeks, tandems of artists and coders will work with a NAO robot, programming it and teaching it new skills. The focus is on a critical examination of AI, especially with regard to diversity, local issues and creativity.
Project schedule
29.03. - 10.04.2023 - Registration for participation in the bootcamp
21.04.2023- Bootcamp to develop project ideas for implementation with the robot.
22.04. - 01.05.2023 - Submission of project ideas
08.05.- 15.06.2023 - residency phase (implementation of the 3 selected projects)
16.06.2023 - public presentation