Today I have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Professor Sue Black, OBE – a multi-award-winning computer scientist, social entrepreneur, and technology evangelist with over 25 years of experience driving change at the intersection of technology, equity, and public policy.
Recognised as one of the Forbes World Top 50 Women in Tech and in the Top 20 Most Influential Person in UK Tech, Sue’s work spans bias in AI, digital inclusion, culture change, and community transformation.
She has advised the UK government on digital skills, founded TechUPWomen to support underserved women into tech careers, and was the pioneering mind who led the successful campaign to save Bletchley Park.
Currently serving as a trustee at Comic Relief and the Institute for the Future of Work, Sue’s mission is to ensure technology works for everyone, not just the few. And it is precisely her focus and work around responsible AI, inclusive leadership, and tech for good that inspired me to speak with her today.
WEBSITES
- https://sueblack.co.uk/
- https://www.skool.com/women-in-tech-power-network/about
- https://www.techup.ac.uk/contact-us/
CHAPTERS
05:01 The Role of Technology in Society
10:00 Education and Technology Literacy
17:00 The AI Opportunity Gap
23:11 Navigating AI and Technology Myths
27:07 Harnessing Positive Technologies for Everyday Life
27:31 Understanding Gender Disparities in AI Adoption
28:25 Skepticism vs. Adoption: A Deeper Look at AI
30:25 The Importance of Diversity in Tech Development
32:23 Breaking Down Silos: The Value of Intergenerational Perspectives
34:33 Using Technology for Pro-Social Outcomes
35:53 Empowering Women in Tech: Challenges and Solutions
41:50 The Need for Diverse Leadership in Tech
42:13 Creating a Diverse Board for Ethical Tech Decisions
43:37 Current Focus: Empowering Women in Technology