Društvo NOVUS med izbranimi prejemniki sredstev iz sklada Google.org AI Opportunity Fund za opolnomočenje evropskih delavcev z veščinami umetne inteligence (UI)
Velenje, 21. 11. 2024 – Z navdušenjem sporočamo, da je Društvo NOVUS postalo ponosni prejemnik podpore iz evropskega sklada Google.org AI Opportunity Fund, ki ga vodi Centre for Public Impact (CPI). Ta izjemna priložnost nam omogoča, da z znanjem in orodji umetne inteligence (AI) opolnomočimo ranljive skupine v naši skupnosti in jim odpremo vrata v bolj trajnostno ter digitalno prihodnost.
V Društvu NOVUS bomo v sklopu projekta izvedli prilagojena usposabljanja UI za različne socialno izključene skupine, kot so ženske, priseljenci, posamezniki z nižjo izobrazbo ter dolgotrajno brezposelni. Naš cilj je izboljšati njihovo zaposljivost in jim omogočiti pridobitev praktičnih veščin, potrebnih za uspeh v hitro spreminjajočem se digitalnem gospodarstvu. S tem bomo več kot 100 posameznikom pomagali oblikovati trajnostne kariere ter soustvarjati vključujočo in odporno lokalno skupnost.
Dr. Selma Filipančič Jenko, predsednica Društva NOVUS, je ob tem povedala:
»V Društvu NOVUS verjamemo, da mora biti prihodnost digitalne preobrazbe dostopna vsem. Ta projekt nas približuje viziji pravičnejše družbe, kjer lahko vsak posameznik izkoristi potencial umetne inteligence za osebni in profesionalni razvoj.«
Centre for Public Impact zagotavlja skupaj z Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe celovit paket podpore, ki vključuje prilagojena usposabljanja UI, razvita v sodelovanju z Googlom in zunanjimi partnerji, individualno prilagojeno pomoč ter skupno 15 milijonov evrov finančnih sredstev. Društvo NOVUS je ena izmed nevladnih organizacij, izbranih na podlagi strokovnega ocenjevanja in visoke ravni konkurenčnosti, ki sodelujejo v tej pobudi. Skupaj si prizadevamo opolnomočiti ranljive skupine, zapolniti vrzel v veščinah UI in zagotoviti, da potencial umetne inteligence postane dostopen vsem.
»Umetna inteligenca lahko ljudem pomaga doseči več, se osredotočiti na tisto, kar jim je najbolj pomembno, in graditi globlje znanje. A ključnega pomena je, da na tej poti nihče ni izključen,« je poudaril Matt Brittin, predsednik Googla za regijo EMEA in dodal: »Izjemne organizacije, ki prejemajo podporo iz sklada AI Opportunity Fund for Europe, bodo pomagale 20.000 posameznikom iz ranljivih skupnosti v 24 državah, da pridobijo potrebno podporo in izkoristijo potencial umetne inteligence na nove, inovativne načine.«
Helen Stevenson, višja vodja pri Centre for Public Impact in vodja sklada AI Opportunity Fund, je ob tem izpostavila: »V organizaciji Centre for Public Impact si prizadevamo opolnomočiti ranljive skupnosti z veščinami in orodji s področja umetne inteligence, ki jih potrebujejo za uspeh v današnjem digitalnem gospodarstvu. Z veseljem sodelujemo z organizacijami, ki imajo napredno vizijo, kot je Društvo NOVUS, da zapolnimo vrzel v digitalnih veščinah in odpremo nove priložnosti za vse. Skupaj gradimo vključujočo in odporno prihodnost.«
Za več informacij o Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe obiščite spletno stran programa in stran organizacije Center for Public Impact, kjer je naveden seznam vseh izbranih organizacij.
Kontakt: ana.kuntaric@drustvo-novus.com
Za vprašanja glede Google.org ali CPI: vicky@centreforpublicimpact.org
NOVUS is selected to receive support from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund to empower European workers with AI skills
Transforming the future of our community by equipping over 100 individuals with AI skills, unlocking opportunities for sustainable careers in the digital economy.
Velenje, 21.11.2024 - NOVUS is proud to announce that it has been selected by the Centre for Public Impact to receive funding from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe, and training to equip underserved workers with the AI knowledge and tools they need for long-term professional success. Through the Centre for Public Impact’s program, NOVUS will receive support to deliver impactful, localised AI training to socially excluded groups, including women, immigrants, individuals with low educational attainment, and those experiencing unemployment or long-term unemployment.
This project will provide vulnerable and underserved individuals in our community with critical AI knowledge and tools, enabling them to enhance their employability and adapt to the demands of an increasingly digital economy. By focusing on socially excluded groups, such as women, immigrants, and the long-term unemployed, we aim to bridge the AI skills gap and ensure equitable access to opportunities in the workforce. Through our tailored training programs, participants will gain practical skills in AI applications, preparing them for sustainable careers in sectors increasingly shaped by technological advancements. By empowering over 100 individuals, the project not only supports their personal and professional growth but also strengthens the local economy by creating a more skilled and resilient workforce.
»This initiative underscores the importance of inclusivity in the digital transformation journey, ensuring that no one is left behind and fostering a more equitable society where everyone can benefit from AI’s transformative potential«, said dr. Selma Filipančič Jenko, President of NOVUS.
With support from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe, the Centre for Public Impact is offering a comprehensive package of support, including bespoke AI training developed by Google and external partners, tailored support, and a total of €15 million in funding. NOVUS is one of a number of organizations selected to participate in this initiative to empower vulnerable communities, close the AI skills gap, and ensure everyone can benefit from AI’s potential.
»AI can help people across industries get more done, build deeper knowledge, and focus on the things that matter most to them, but it’s crucial that no one is left behind,« said Matt Brittin, President of Google EMEA. »The inspiring organizations receiving support from the AI Opportunity Fund for Europe will help 20,000 people from underserved communities across 24 different countries receive the support they need to take advantage of AI’s potential in new and innovative ways.«
»At the Centre for Public Impact, we’re committed to empowering underserved communities with the AI skills and tools they need to thrive in today’s digital economy,” said Helen Stevenson, Senior Manager at the Centre for Public Impact and AI Opportunity Fund Lead. »With support from the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund, we’re delighted to be working with forward-thinking organizations like NOVUS to close digital skills gaps and unlock opportunities for all. Together, we’re building a more inclusive and resilient future.«
Visit the program website to find out more about the Google.org AI Opportunity Fund: Europe and the CPI website to explore all the organizations that have been selected.
Contact: ana.kuntaric@drustvo-novus.com
For Google.org or CPI-specific inquiries: vicky@centreforpublicimpact.org