Jessica Russ-Smith
Wiradjuri Womble woman and Associate Professor of Social Work at Australian Catholic University, specialising in Indigenous data sovereignty, community-led research and relational approaches to technology.
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Oct 1, 2025 • 57min
Is AI the new coloniser? How to create more life-centred AI before it's too late
Jessica Russ-Smith, a Wiradjuri Womble woman and Associate Professor, joins Michelle Lazarus, a Professor at Monash University, to explore the dual nature of AI as a potential coloniser or a tool for decolonisation. They discuss how AI mirrors human biases, the importance of Indigenous data sovereignty, and advocate for locally developed, life-centred AI that prioritizes community over individual gain. The conversation also highlights the hidden human costs of AI, emphasizing the need for ethical frameworks and community involvement in its evolution.
Nov 29, 2023 • 25min
Culturally Safe Practices S05 E44
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander panel discuss cultural safety, recognizing cultural history, supporting home language, and modeling accountability in clinical settings.
