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Ajuna Soerjadi is 24 years old and has a background in philosophy. She specializes in the ethics and political philosophy of data, technology and AI. Ajuna has been doing that from different roles. She founded Expertisecentrum Data-Ethiek 4 years ago, and has also been a privacy officer, a researcher at the State Commission against Discrimination and Racism and a diversity and inclusion ambassador for ECHO.

Caroline Vandenplas's dedication extends beyond being a Senior Data Scientist and Managing Partner at B12 Consulting. As a member of the Belgian Federal Advisory Committee on Ethics in Data and AI and through her involvement with Stem4Her, she’s paving the way for responsible AI development and inspiring the next generation of women in STEM.

Lilian de Jong is one of our nominees of the current WAI Benelux Awards. Her journey is driven by her passion for addressing the socio-ethical challenges of technology and a belief in the power of community. As a co-founder of the Dutch AI Ethics Community, she organizes monthly events that bring together a vibrant and diverse group of AI ethics enthusiasts.

This week we’d like to put a Spotlight on Nava Tintarev, a full Professor in Explainable Artificial Intelligence at Maastricht University. Nava's work is revolutionizing how AI-driven systems are understood and trusted, making AI more transparent and fair. In a world driven by digital decisions, Nava's research addresses the challenges of filter bubbles and information silos.

We’d like to shine a light on Jet Smits, a visionary consultant and business owner that is making a significant impact in the public sector with data science and AI. Jet's innovative approach and dedication to ethical AI solutions are transforming societal challenges faced by governments. With her companies InIn and Dutch AI she brings effective data science and AI solutions to public services.

For our new Spotlight, we’d like to introduce Emma Gilpin, an experienced designer from South Africa with a passion for gamification and AI! Emma has made significant contributions to the creative industry by integrating AI into UX workflow, making creative’s lives easier and more productive.

We're excited to introduce Garima Gupta, a transformation champion and AI diversity leader! With over 18 years in the corporate world, Garima has made significant strides in organizational restructuring, innovation, and operational excellence using AI and data analytics. Garima's innovative approach combines GenAI, Blockchain, Web3, and AI to create transformative solutions across various sectors.

Niya Stoimenova is a trailblazer making waves in the field of AI. With a PhD from TU Delft focused on common-sense reasoning, Niya now leads DEUS.ai's efforts in Responsible AI & Strategic Foresight. Niya's groundbreaking research on abductive reasoning and AI alignment is pivotal in creating more ethical and reliable AI systems. Discover how Niya drives meaningful AI development and advocates for diverse, independent research.

Meet Bettina Wittmann, a preeminent strategist in digital marketing who aims to shape the minds of the next generation of AI leaders through her groundbreaking, award-winning course.