Hosted by Nikayda Harris
Nikayda Harris is an alumna of the Cansbridge Fellowship and the 1834 Foundation’s Policy Fellowship. She is currently a fourth-year student in Carleton University's Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management program, specializing in international relations and conflict management.
As a global social impact leader Nikayda has experiences that have taken her around the world from advocating for youth rights in South Africa to championing climate justice in Singapore. Her passion for community work and advocacy led to the co-founding of Carleton University’s Black Students in Public Affairs Association (BSPA) alongside Fariba Al-Hassan to support and mentor the next generation of Black change makers.
Nikayda's background in advocacy, digital technology policy, and data analytics has nurtured a profound interest in AI policy. She is committed to advancing AI ethics and fostering greater youth involvement in shaping AI's ethical implementation.
Her dedication extends beyond her academic pursuits, previously volunteering to organize the MILA AI and Human Rights Conference in Montreal. Nikayda currently contributes her expertise to Canada's Department of National Defence as a policy analyst, focusing on the ethical use of AI in military contexts and conflict zones.
Looking ahead, Nikayda is eager to leverage her experiences in digital technology policy, community building, and social impact to empower more young voices in the ethical deployment of AI.