Stefan Youngblood
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I am deeply honored to receive the AI Community Impact Award at the National Black AI Literacy Day. This recognition means so much to me and is a reflection of the incredible work we do at Eclectic Love, especially in educating children, youth, and communities about the power of AI.At ECLECTIC LOVE, we have had the privilege of teaching AI concepts in communities where some students and even teachers have never seen a real computer—just drawings of one on the board. Yet, through our programs, we are changing that narrative. I’ve witnessed firsthand the curiosity and creativity of children as they share what they would do differently with AI, what they think about its impact, and even caution about its dangers. Their insights often amaze me, like when they understand how overusing AI in certain areas can lead to problems, the importance of ethical considerations in technology, or how we can use it to help solve real world problems in areas like health, climate, storytelling, agriculture and so many more.I still remember when my sister and I first discussed AI and their apps, and I was filled with ideas on how we could incorporate it into teaching. Since then, my team members have used AI in various ways, from daily work to tech challenges. One standout moment was when we invited Mr. Stephen Pullum, an AI guru and champion, to educate our young ones on AI and its ethical implications, emphasizing fairness, inclusivity, and bias-free technology use. I am incredibly grateful for this award, but it is not just mine. It belongs to God, to my amazing team, the parents who trust us with their children’s education, the communities we serve, and our partners at EL. We are in this together. This is about empowering those who look like me in their various shades, encouraging them to share their own stories, and ensuring that no one else tells their stories for them.Thank you again for this recognition. We will continue to teach, empower, and uplift the next generation to take charge of their futures with AI and beyond.
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Sr. Sales Engineer (Vendor-agnostic Networking and Security) at D&H Distributing
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