What happens when we center young people in conversations about artificial intelligence? In this episode, Dylan Thomas Doyle speaks with Tess Posner, CEO of AI4ALL, a nonprofit organization working to empower the next generation of AI leaders.

We talk about how young people are building real-world AI projects, why hope is a radical act in the face of technological change, and what it means to foster agency instead of fear. Along the way, we examine the structural barriers to entering the AI field—and how rethinking education, mentorship, and community can make the future of AI more equitable for all.

About the Guest:
Tess Posner is a social entrepreneur and the CEO of AI4ALL. With a background in social work, education, and tech, Tess has led initiatives at the intersection of equity and innovation for over a decade. At AI4ALL, she works to create inclusive learning opportunities that connect young people with technical skills, mentorship, and community so they can shape the future of AI from the ground up.

Topics Covered:

• Why young voices matter in shaping AI
• The structural gaps in tech education and access
• How AI4ALL empowers students through project-based learning
• The tension between expertise and lived experience
• Navigating career uncertainty in a changing job market
• “Provoke hope” as a design principle for the future

Resources & Links:
🔗 Learn more: ai-4-all.org
📝 Apply to the Ignite Program: ai-4-all.org/ignite
📚 Book Recommendation: Rebooting Tech Culture by Dr. Telle Whitney
📷 Follow Tess: LinkedIn

Contact the Show:
📧 Email: [email protected]
💬 Social: @aiforalltomorrows
🌐 More episodes: aiforalltomorrows.com

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