In this episode, Lizbeth Chandler, Innovation Lead at Accenture and one of the top 50 people in AI ethics globally, shares her journey from accessible tech user to AI ethics pioneer. With a background spanning computer science, law, and sustainability, Lizbeth offers insights into translating ethical principles into technical solutions.

Lizbeth's story begins with her personal experience of growing up with autism in a household of inventors, where her brother created adaptive technology to help her communicate. This early exposure shaped her understanding that AI ethics affects real people's lives, not abstract theory.

The conversation explores her transition from founding Good Robot Company, which focuses on bias detection through counterfactual analysis, to working within Accenture's global operations. She discusses practical applications, from CV scanning bias detection to creating a privacy-preserving wellbeing robot that monitors routine and prevents burnout.

We explore preparing the next generation for AI careers, the importance of interdisciplinary skills, and why scaling solutions matters more than just invention. Lizbeth advocates for global perspectives on AI development and genuine collaboration between academia and industry.

The episode demonstrates how ethical considerations can be embedded in design and why "technology is never neutral," but rather, reflects the values of those who build it.

AI Ethics Now

Exploring the ethical dilemmas of AI in Higher Education and beyond.

A University of Warwick IATL Podcast

This podcast series was developed by Dr Tom Ritchie and Dr Jennie Mills, the module leads of the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IATL module ⁠"The AI Revolution: Ethics, Technology, and Society"⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ at the University of Warwick. The AI Revolution module explores the history, current state, and potential futures of artificial intelligence, examining its profound impact on society, individuals, and the very definition of 'humanness.'

This podcast was initially designed to provide a deeper dive into the key themes explored each week in class. We want to share the discussions we have had to help offer a broader, interdisciplinary perspective on the ethical and societal implications of artificial intelligence to a wider audience.

Join each fortnight for new critical conversations on AI Ethics with local, national, and international experts.

We will discuss:

- Ethical Dimensions of AI: Fairness, bias, transparency, and accountability.

- Societal Implications: How AI is transforming industries, economies, and our understanding of humanity.

- The Future of AI: Potential benefits, risks, and shaping a future where AI serves humanity.

If you want to join the podcast as a guest, contact Tom.Ritchie@warwick.ac.uk.