The conference, Honor in the Age of Algorithms, will examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping both the delivery of services and the lived experiences of veterans and service members. Organizers say the event will focus on ensuring that technological innovation does not outpace core values such as fairness, dignity and accountability.<\/p>\n
The one-day gathering will run from 9:00am\u00a0to 3:00pm\u00a0at the Edison O. Jackson Auditorium, 1638 Bedford Ave.\u00a0and is expected to draw participants from multiple disciplines to explore the intersection of technology and human rights.<\/p>\n
\u201cArtificial intelligence is transforming how institutions serve All Who Served \u2013 but innovation must never come at the expense of dignity, fairness or humanity,\u201d said New York State Department of Veterans\u2019 Services Commissioner Viviana M. DeCohen. \u201cOur conference is about ensuring that as systems grow more advanced, our values remain unwavering. We are committed to building a future where technology enhances, not diminishes, the care, respect, support\u00a0and justice that All Who Served have earned.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Discussions will address a range of issues, including algorithmic bias, digital surveillance, access to justice and the ethical dimensions of modern warfare. Officials say the goal is to foster dialogue that connects policy, practice and innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to transparency and equity.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs technology evolves, so too must our responsibility to safeguard those we serve,\u201d said DVS Executive Deputy Commissioner Joel Evans. \u201cThis conference creates space for meaningful dialogue across disciplines, ensuring that policy, practice\u00a0and innovation move forward together, guided by accountability, transparency, and a shared commitment to those who have worn the uniform.\u201d<\/p>\n
Participants will engage in conversations that weigh both the risks and opportunities tied to artificial intelligence in public service delivery, with an emphasis on developing solutions that center human rights.<\/p>\n