AIx: Safe AI for Seniors

We invite you to join us for Safe AI for Seniors, a full-day, free, hybrid event dedicated to empowering older adults (55+) with knowledge, tools, and engaging discussions about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on daily life. Hosted by the AI4Society research group in the AI Institute at the University of South Carolina, this interactive program will feature expert talks on AI, cybersecurity, law, and health; demonstrations; open discussions tailored to seniors’ needs; and even a fun-filled AI Bingo game.

The event will take place in Columbia, SC, on Friday, November 14, 2025, with both in-person and virtual participation options available. Please check the FAQs below.

🌐 Check out more information at our website: https://sites.google.com/cse.sc.edu/safe-ai-for-seniors/home

This unique gathering is designed to help seniors better understand AI, explore its benefits and risks, and share their perspectives in shaping a safer digital future. We welcome community members, senior citizen centers, nonprofits, and individuals curious about AI to participate. Whether you are looking to learn the basics, ask critical questions, or simply connect with others navigating the fast-changing technology landscape, this event is for you. Together, we can ensure that seniors are informed, included, and safe in the age of AI.

Highlights:

• Participation by seniors using technology; technical, business, and legal communities involved with creating and deploying AI; researchers and students
• Focus on AI/ social media, cybersecurity, finance, health, and law
• Activities include discussions, talks, demonstrations, and games
• Food throughout the day
• Partially sponsored by the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), the premier AI professional organization

Organizers:

Prof. Biplav Srivastava, AI Institute, University of South Carolina (contact: biplav.s@sc.edu)

Prof. Amanda Rebar, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina,

Mr. Mangal Kumar, AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, South Carolina

Judge Barbara Wofford-Kanwat, Lykesland Magistrate, South Carolina

Dr. Stephen Lloyd, Retired Physician and Adjunct Professor, University of South Carolina

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