In this powerful episode of AI for Equity, Jenny and Leah speak with Christian Ortiz, a de-colonial technologist and creator of Justice AI, to unpack the deep-rooted issues of AI bias and explore what true ethical AI looks like in practice.

Christian shares how Justice AI was built through collaboration with marginalised professionals to identify and mitigate bias in organisations. Together, they discuss the importance of indigenous data sovereignty, intersectional ethics, and the ongoing challenge of keeping AI systems updated and accountable.

This episode is a call to action — to educate, unlearn, and rebuild technology for collective liberation.

Watch the full conversation on YouTube to see the ideas come to life.

In this episode, Leah and Jenny sit down with Sumathi Menon, a trailblazer at the intersection of AI, digital marketing, and women in technology. Sumathi shares her inspiring journey from tech to digital marketing and her mission to bridge the gender gap in STEM through training, education, and cultural understanding. She explains why AI isn’t just for techies, highlighting the importance of critical thinking, communication, and human connection in shaping an inclusive AI ecosystem. From her work with GenAI and Mave Social to her advocacy for women re-entering the workforce, Sumathi brings refreshing insights into how automation, cultural perspectives, and adaptability are transforming the future of work.

Want the full experience? Watch the podcast on YouTube for bonus visuals and behind-the-scenes moments!

About Sumathi:

Sumathi Menon is the founder of Mave Social AI. She makes AI accessible for individuals and organisations through practical workshops, strategy sessions and hands-on demos. In addition she enables individuals and organisations get started with AI through consulting and building automations by finding their efficiency sweet spot. Her work focuses on inclusive, responsible AI adoption and empowering non-traditional learners, especially as the regional lead of Women Defining AI she strives to move women and non-binary individuals from simply using AI to actively building with it.She is a regular panelist and podcast guest on AI strategy, its responsible & ethical use and bias mitigation. She is a member of Conscious advertising Network and is Vice Chair for Citizens Advice Wandsworth Trustee board.

Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sumathimenon

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Series 2 of the AI for Equity podcast kicks off with Jenny Garrett OBE and Leah-Sunshine Garrett sharing their excitement for a new chapter of conversations on AI, equity, and innovation. In this opening episode, they reflect on their backgrounds in AI and explore how technology is reshaping some of the most pressing issues in society.

From improving workplace diversity and fairness to supporting victims of gender-based violence, AI’s potential to drive meaningful change is front and centre. Jenny and Leah also examine how AI is revolutionising healthcare diagnostics, the ethical dilemmas of data privacy, and the role of community engagement in shaping a more equitable future.

This conversation sets the stage for a season of curiosity, learning, and critical reflection, highlighting both the promise and the challenges of AI in building a fairer world.

In this special series one roundup of the AI for Equity podcast, hosts Jenny Garrett OBE and Leah-Sunshine Garrett reflect on their journey so far, what they’ve learned, loved, and discovered along the way. From the joy of working together to the invaluable insights shared by global guests, this episode revisits key conversations on AI, equity, and identity.

Jenny and Leah dive into the importance of diversity in shaping technology, why human involvement in AI matters, and how discernment is essential in deciding when and how AI should be used. They explore the intersection of identity, the role of collaboration, and the potential for AI to bridge communication gaps while also acknowledging the risks of bias.

Series one has been a powerful reminder that AI is not just about algorithms, it’s about people, perspectives, and building a future where equity is at the heart of innovation.

In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett OBE and Leah-Sunshine Garrett sit down with Jazz Rasool to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of coaching. Jazz emphasises the need for wisdom in technology, placing ethics, cultural diversity, and humanity at the core of AI adoption. The conversation dives into digital literacy, the role of AI in empowering people, and how it can foster both self-collaboration and collective flourishing. Together, they reimagine a future where AI isn’t just about smarter machines, but about creating a more human-centric world.

Find Jazz here:

https://linkedin.com/in/jazzrasool

Keywords: AI, coaching, ethics, diversity, mental health, digital literacy, empowerment, humanity, collaboration, future of AI summary

AI is transforming coaching — but can it stay human?

In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny Garrett and Leah Garrett sit down with Sam Samarasinghe, founder of Delenta, to explore how AI is making coaching more inclusive, accessible, and diverse.

Discover how technology can match clients with the right coach, tackle bias, and build trust — without losing the empathy that makes coaching powerful. From human-centered AI design to real stories from the coaching world, this is a must-listen for anyone in tech, coaching, or diversity and inclusion.

If you care about the future of coaching, the role of AI, and creating equity through innovation — hit play now.

Please find below links for Delenta's and the socials:

• Website: https://www.delenta.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/delenta/?viewAsMember=true
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DelentaCoaching
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delentacoaching/

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In this episode of AI for Equity, Jenny and Leah are joined by Dr. Mona Ashok, an academic and researcher who’s all about making sure AI works for people, not against them. Together, they dive into the roots of AI (spoiler: it’s been around since the 1950s!), the ethical questions we really need to be asking, and why diverse voices in AI governance aren't just a nice-to-have—they're essential.

Mona shares her insights on how AI can actually support better decision-making and improve the workplace—but only if it’s done right. That means including underrepresented voices, staying aware of bias, and building a future where AI enhances, not replaces, human judgment.

If you’re curious about how AI can be ethical and inclusive, or you want to know what responsible AI adoption looks like in real workplaces, this one’s not to be missed.

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What happens when AI meets DEI in the workplace? In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Gallagher from Avanade, who breaks down how AI can support inclusive recruitment if we get the governance and human instinct right. We talk privilege, power, and why middle managers deserve more support than they’re getting. From hiring bias to legal roadblocks, Dan shares practical insights on how organisations can level up their diversity efforts without losing the human touch.

Tune in if you’re into real talk about responsible AI, equity in hiring, and how to make workplace culture actually inclusive—not just performative.

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