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In this episode, we focus on a fundamental, yet often overlooked element of the AI conversation: people.

What does it really mean to be AI literate—especially in the context of the Global South? How does this differ from traditional digital literacy? And how can creative professionals and digital workers build the skills they need when access to training and resources remains deeply uneven?

We explore how institutions—governments, universities, and organizations—can help close the AI skills gap. What would it take to design learning pathways that are truly inclusive, shaped by the linguistic, cultural, and socio-economic diversity of the region?

And as AI continues to evolve, how can we ensure that efforts to build AI literacy remain relevant, resilient, and responsive to the future?

In this episode, w espoke with:

Manisha Pathak-Shelat, Professor of Communication and Digital Platforms & Strategies at the Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad, India.
Hannah Andrews, Director of Digital Innovation in the Arts at the British Council, based in London.

Season 1 is sponsored by Utrecht Univ. Culture, Heritage & Arts Impact Network and Horizon European Grant project FINDHR (No 101070212)