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AI4Good Lab is accepting applications from women STEM students across Canada


The AI4Good Lab is a tuition-free machine learning bootcamp for women-identified STEM students and graduates across Canada.

The program consists of a mashup of a machine learning bootcamp, hackathon, and self-directed team projects. It was founded by Doina Precup and Angelique Manella in Montreal in 2017 and is founded by the OSMO foundation and CIFAR.

Our call for applications is open now until February 15th and we are seeking applicants from around the country!


Program details
·  Montreal program, hosted by Mila: May 4th to June 19th
o Four weeks of Machine Learning curriculum
o Two day hackathon (collaboration with Google)
o Three weeks of self-directed team projects to develop an AI for social good prototype
·  Edmonton pilot program, hosted by Amii: exact dates to be announced
o Machine learning curriculum
o Hackathon
·  We charge no tuition fees (small $75 registration fee for selected applicants only)
·  Every participant receives a small stipend (location dependent)
·  Travel grants available to reduce economic barriers

Eligibility criteria
·  Woman-identified 
·  Located across Canada
·  Currently enrolled in a STEM focused undergraduate program or have graduated within the last 2 years from such a program
·  Strong math background, some programming experience
·  Interested in how AI can be used as a tool for social change

More details are on our website (www.ai4goodlab.com). Questions can be sent to info@ai4goodlab.com

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