Navigating Public Policy, Technology, Health, Data, and Innovation for a Fairer Future
Micron Technology, much like the tip of a spear, was forged in the fires of innovation and determination. Founded in Boise, Idaho, in 1978, it was the sharp point of a new wave of technological advancement, piercing the veil of the unknown in the realm of memory storage solutions. While not as well known as Read More “The Tip of the Spear…”
We will be posting a fair amount about algorithmic bias on this blog. It is central to the explosion of AI bases developments we are currently experiencing. What is Algorithmic Bias Algorithmic bias refers to the unfairness that can happen in computer programs or systems that use algorithms. These algorithms make decisions or give results Read More “Digital Discrimination”
Legislators in Mississippi have recently approved legislation that establishes a fresh judicial system specifically for the capital city of Jackson, replacing the existing county court system. This law, set to be implemented on July 1, 2023, has faced criticism from opponents who argue that it will lead to the creation of a court system that Read More “Silence is not an option”
The Brooklyn Public Library’s Books Unbanned program reportedly offers a complimentary library card to individuals aged 13-21. This unique initiative aims to provide access to books that have been removed from school or public libraries in response to censorship and book banning efforts. By granting patrons across the United States the ability to borrow eBooks Read More “Unbanned”
When Ruth Woods set out to find colleges for her children, there was no roadmap for families like hers. Guidance on historically Black colleges and universities was scarce, rarely shared through the channels available to most parents. What began as a mother’s determination to open doors for her own family became a calling that has Read More “Dr. W”