IVADO and Technovation are partnering to strengthen AI training for young girls

Montreal, December 11, 2024 – IVADO is pleased to announce a partnership with Technovation Montréal, a non-profit organization dedicated to developing technology and entrepreneurship skills in girls aged 8 to 18.

As part of this agreement, IVADO will play a key role in the Code with Me – AI initiative, which aims to introduce participants to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence (AI). The consortium will engage AI experts to develop introductory training tailored specifically for Technovation Montréal’s young female participants.  Additionally, IVADO will provide pedagogical support to the initiative’s trainers, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

Through this collaboration, IVADO and Technovation Montréal aim to serve groups traditionally underrepresented in the AI ecosystem, particularly young girls and women. The training programs are designed to enhance understanding and empower participants to navigate AI-powered tools confidently. By making AI learning accessible and engaging, the initiative promotes skill development, fosters meaningful exchanges among participants, and encourages the creation of innovative AI-integrated applications.

These workshops will cover a wide range of topics, from biomedical innovations to AI applications in video games, as well as marine life and everyday life. The goal is to inspire the next generation of technology entrepreneurs in a broad and impactful way.

About Technovation Montréal: Technovation Montréal is a non-profit organization that supports girls aged 8 to 18 in creating their own businesses and developing technological solutions to address challenges in their communities. Its mission is to equip young women with the tools and mentorship needed to become entrepreneurs and leaders in the technology field.

About IVADO: IVADO is an interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral  research, training and knowledge mobilization consortium whose mission is to develop and promote a robust, reasoning and responsible AI. Led by Université de Montréal with four university partners (Polytechnique Montréal, HEC Montréal, Université Laval and McGill University), IVADO brings together research centres, government bodies and industry members to co-build ambitious cross-sectoral initiatives with the goal of fostering a paradigm shift for AI and its adoption.