Empowering the 50+ Generation through AI Training

Montreal, January 22, 2025 – IVADO, an interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral research and knowledge mobilization consortium, is partnering with UTA, Université du troisième âge at the Université de Sherbrooke to expand AI learning opportunities for adults aged 50 and over.

This innovative collaboration will enhance IVADO’s educational mandate by developing teaching approaches and course content that align with both today’s technological landscape and the learning needs of newcomers to the field. The partnership focuses on three core objectives:

• Creating accessible lifelong learning opportunities that explore emerging technologies and their societal impact
• Fostering social connections and peer learning among mature students through intergenerational dialogue and collaborative learning activities
• Empowering older adults by providing innovative learning tools in artificial intelligence, digital technology and science

“Our UTA students are passionate about staying current with today’s issues. AI is no exception, and this partnership with IVADO will help them better understand and integrate AI into their daily lives,” says Monique Harvey, director of the Université du troisième âge at the Université de Sherbrooke.

“Technological innovation should be accessible to everyone. This partnership breaks down generational barriers by giving older adults the tools to understand and embrace today’s technologies,” explains Réjean Roy, director of training and knowledge mobilization at IVADO.

IVADO will share its artificial intelligence expertise to co-create learning materials tailored to UTA learners’ needs. Participants will benefit from personalized guidance that combines scientific rigor with inclusive teaching approaches.

About UTA:

Université du troisième âge is an educational program for adults 50 and over, offering diverse, stimulating and accessible learning opportunities that promote lifelong learning and community engagement.

About IVADO:

IVADO is an interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral research and knowledge mobilization consortium whose mission is to build and promote responsible, robust and reasoning-based artificial intelligence. Led by the Université de Montréal in partnership with four universities (Polytechnique Montréal, HEC Montréal, Université Laval and McGill University), IVADO brings together research centres, government bodies and industry partners to develop ambitious cross-sectoral initiatives.