Dr. Irina Mirkina

AI Lead for the Office of Innovation · UNICEF · company speakers →

Dr. Irina Mirkina, the AI Lead for the Office of Innovation at UNICEF , is a distinguished strategist in the field of responsible artificial intelligence. Her work at UNICEF focuses on raising global awareness about the risks and benefits of AI, ensuring the ethical development and use of AI systems in a manner that upholds children’s rights and improves their lives. With a rich background in academia and the private sector, Irina has been instrumental in various roles, including co-chairing the Community of Practice on AI for the Digital Public Goods Alliance, co-organizing the UN Generative AI Practice Group, and serving on several international working groups and panels. Her expertise and advocacy work are vital in shaping AI applications that are safe, ethical, and beneficial, particularly in the context of children’s welfare and rights. Irina’s inclusion in the open directory of Women in AI Ethics underscores her significant contributions and ongoing commitment to the field.

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