“Announcing Athena - Women in AI Alignment Research” by Claire Short

Athena is a new research mentorship program fostering diversity of ideas in AI safety research. We aim to get more women and marginalized genders into technical research and offer the support needed to thrive in this space. Applications for scholars are open until December 3rd, 2023Apply as a scholar: hereApply as a mentor or speaker: hereFinancial aid is available for travel expenses for the in-person retreat to those otherwise unable to attend without itProgram StructureA 2-month hybrid mentorship program for women looking to strengthen their research skills and network in technical AI safety research beginning in January 2024. This includes 1-week in-person retreat in Oxford, UK followed by a 2-month remote mentorship by established researchers in the field, with networking and weekly research talks. Athena aims to equip women with the knowledge, skills, and network they need to thrive in AI safety research. We believe that diversity is a strength [...] ---Outline:(01:32) Who should apply?(01:53) Application process(02:08) Questions?(02:15) Why are we doing this--- First published: November 7th, 2023 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/B2t559dP65ffKZsDa/announcing-athena-women-in-ai-alignment-research --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.