Melida Hernandez

Christine Rivera, a researcher focused on motherhood portrayals in media, teams up with Melida Hernandez, a scholar examining the effects of AI on transgender and non-binary individuals. They discuss how biased AI systems misclassify gender identities, impacting self-presentation and well-being. Christine highlights the persistent stereotypes in television that shape public perceptions of motherhood and the economic disparities faced by mothers. Together, they call for more inclusive storytelling and equitable AI design to support marginalized communities.