Yeshi Milner (USA): Believes that data science needs to be used for good –specifically to amplify the voices and experiences of the disenfranchised. Through the Data for Black Lives movement, she raises awareness in Black communities about the mechanics of big data, like credit scores, and shows how algorithms impact daily life.

Yuhyun Park (South Korea): Founded DQ Institute in 2015 to develop and spread the concept of the Digital Intelligence Quotient (DQ). DQ constitutes a set of digital competencies all people must have to navigate an increasingly complex digital world. A major focus for DQ Institute is cultivating the digital intelligence of children, who are especially vulnerable to malicious intent online. DQ Institute’s coalition of partners, which includes major tech companies, outlines policy recommendations for nations around the world to implement data-driven strategies that create ethical digital environments. 

Gemma Galdon (Spain)—Eticas: Artificial Intelligence is increasingly making decisions that affect the most important aspects of our lives. This is what sparked Gemma to found Eticas, which uses algorithmic audits to embed fairness and equity into AI. This innovative algorithms audit methodology ensures technology does not replicate the biases and injustices present in real-life decision-making tools.