
Black in AI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the representation of Black individuals in the field of artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, it aims to shift power dynamics across tech and academia, advocating for inclusivity and equitable opportunities. The organization supports over 5,900 community members and has provided significant funding to help Black practitioners attend major AI conferences. Through various programs and initiatives, Black in AI empowers its members to excel in education and career development, fostering a barrier-free environment for innovation and collaboration in AI.

Black in AI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the representation of Black individuals in the field of artificial intelligence. Founded in 2017, it aims to shift power dynamics across tech and academia, advocating for inclusivity and equitable opportunities. The organization supports over 5,900 community members and has provided significant funding to help Black practitioners attend major AI conferences. Through various programs and initiatives, Black in AI empowers its members to excel in education and career development, fostering a barrier-free environment for innovation and collaboration in AI.
Founded: 2017 (501(c)(3) in 2018)
Mission: Increase Black representation and participation in AI across research, practice, policy, and entrepreneurship
Membership: Thousands of members across 100+ countries (~5,900+ reported)
Funding: Receives philanthropic grants and corporate sponsorships; documented grant in Dec 2023
Diversity, equity, and inclusion in artificial intelligence and related research, education, and industry pipelines.
2017
Nonprofit / AI community & advocacy
Most recent funding event recorded externally as a grant in Dec 2023.
“Philanthropic funders and corporate sponsors (formal Corporate Sponsorship Program); documented philanthropic grant from Patrick J. McGovern Foundation”