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She Put On A White Mask So AI Could See Her
She Put On A White Mask So AI Could See Her

Issue 2898 -October 6, 2026

A Black woman at MIT had to cover her face with a white mask before AI would admit she had one.

Her name is Joy Buolamwini. She was a graduate student at the MIT Media Lab, working with face-detection software that could not find her. When she held up a white mask, it could. She didn't shrug and move on. She investigated, and later told the story in her book Unmasking AI. I highly recommend it. I met her briefly when the book came out. I have not stopped seeing that mask.

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Speak Up About Women in the Media And Shape the Story
Speak Up About Women in the Media And Shape the Story

In the era of “fake news,” the power of the media to shape our understanding of reality is undeniable. Sexist news coverage is nothing new for women, but in an election year, it’s crucial we remain vigilant and outspoken. In this episode, Gloria urges us to be conscious, careful, and critical about women’s representation in the media and gives us concrete tips for how to recognize and leverage our own power to change the narrative.

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The Power of Opportunity to Break Cycles of Judgment
The Power of Opportunity to Break Cycles of Judgment

By Anita Murphy

I was 12 years old when my father was deported, and overnight our family's resources and circumstances shifted. One day at school, a teacher asked us to raise our hands if we lived in a two-parent or single-parent home. That moment taught me how quickly circumstances outside a child's control can change a family's opportunities, and how easily people make assumptions without knowing the full story. That experience shaped how I lead and my commitment to creating opportunities, building community and seeing people beyond their circumstances.

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