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Keynote SpeakerJoy Buolamwini

Artificial Intelligence Expert, Artist, Founder of Algorithmic Justice League & Author of National Bestseller Unmasking AI

Dr. Joy Buolamwini is the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, a groundbreaking MIT researcher, a model, and an artist. She is the author of the National Bestseller Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What Is Human in a World of Machines and advises world leaders on preventing AI harms.... Read more

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Popular Talks by Joy Buolamwini

  • Unmasking AI: Protecting What Is Human in a World of Machines
  • Algorithmic Justice
  • AI Ethics
  • Bias in Artificial Intelligence
  • Responsible and Ethical AI
  • Facial Recognition Technology
  • Art and Artificial Intelligence
  • Women in STEM
  • Diversity and Inclusion in STEM

Biography

Dr. Joy Buolamwini is the founder of the Algorithmic Justice League, a groundbreaking MIT researcher, a model, and an artist. She is the author of the National Bestseller Unmasking AI: My Mission to Protect What Is Human in a World of Machines and advises world leaders on preventing AI harms. Her research on facial recognition technologies transformed the field of AI auditing. Her TED talk on algorithmic bias has been viewed over 1.7 million times. Her TED AI talk on protecting human rights in an age of AI transforms the boundaries of TED talks.

Dr. Joy lends her expertise to congressional hearings and government agencies seeking to enact equitable and accountable AI policy. As the Poet of Code, she creates art to illuminate the impact of AI on society. Her writing and work have been featured in publications like TIME, The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, Rolling Stone and The Atlantic. Her work as a spokesmodel has been featured in Vogue, Allure, Harper’s Bazaar, and People Magazine. She is the protagonist of the Emmy-nominated documentary Coded Bias which is available to over 100 million viewers.

Dr. Joy Buolamwini is the first Black researcher to grace the cover of Fast Company appearing in the 2020 “Most Creative People” issue and has been named to notable lists including Forbes 30 under 30, Bloomberg 50, Time 100 AI Inaugural list, and MIT Tech Review 35 under 35. She is the recipient of notable awards including the Rhodes Scholarship, the Fulbright Fellowship, the inaugural Morals and Machines Prize, and the Technological Innovation Award from the Martin Luther King Jr. Center. She was selected as a 2022 Young Global Leader, one of the world’s most promising leaders under the age of 40 as determined by The World Economic Forum. Fortune named her the “conscience of the AI revolution.”

Dr. Joy Buolamwini earned her Ph.D. from MIT and was awarded an honorary degree from Knox College. She enjoys drawing and drumming in her free time.

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What are Joy Buolamwini's speaking fees?

Joy Buolamwini's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Joy tailored to your event.

What topics does Joy Buolamwini speak about?

Joy Buolamwini speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Digital, Diversity, Future & Technology, Innovation & Creativity. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Joy to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Joy Buolamwini available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Joy Buolamwini for events worldwide, subject to Joy's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Joy Buolamwini deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Joy Buolamwini is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Joy Buolamwini?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Joy can accommodate.

Can Joy Buolamwini tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Joy Buolamwini on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Joy can offer.

What languages does Joy Buolamwini present in?

Joy Buolamwini delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Joy Buolamwini a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Joy Buolamwini's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Digital, Diversity, Future & Technology, Innovation & Creativity. To get a clear sense of Joy's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Joy Buolamwini speak at?

Joy Buolamwini can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Digital, Diversity, Future & Technology, Innovation & Creativity is relevant. Details of Joy's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Joy Buolamwini offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Joy Buolamwini is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Joy Buolamwini?

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