AI Skills Gap Conversation: Continuing the Momentum from SXSW

The Radical Economics of Upskilling Women For an AI Future

The conversation we started at SXSW—The Radical Economics of Upskilling Women for the AI Future—was just the beginning. If you're here, you already know that AI is reshaping the workforce, and the stakes for women are higher than ever.

At the conference, we explored the economic imperative of equipping women with AI skills, the systemic barriers preventing access, and the strategies organizations can use to close this widening gap. Now, it’s time to go deeper.

Here on Substack, we’ll continue unpacking the most pressing issues surrounding AI and gender equity, including:

✅ The AI Gender Divide – How AI is creating new opportunities and threats for women in the workforce.
✅ Bridging the AI Skills Gap – Why women receive less AI training at work and how we can anticipate what’s coming next.
✅ The Economic Impact – What happens when half the workforce is underprepared for AI-driven roles.
✅ Actionable Solutions – Steps HR leaders, policymakers, and educators must take now to ensure women aren’t left behind​.

📌 What to Expect:

• Weekly insights on AI, talent development, and gender equity

• Data-driven analysis of workforce trends

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• Practical strategies for HR leaders and organizations

• Stories from women navigating the AI revolution

This is a critical moment—AI is moving fast, and we must act now to ensure that women are not only included but leading the way. Join the conversation, share your insights, and let’s build an AI-powered future that works for everyone.

Drop a comment below: What’s your biggest concern about AI and the future of work for women?

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