“You deserve a say in the technology creating our world. [...] The most inspiring activists and organizers in the space, for me, are actual children.”
~ Dr. Avriel Epps
A Kids Book About:
AI Bias
AI Bias
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Dr. Avriel Epps
Dr. Avriel Epps completed her PhD at Harvard University in Education with a concentration in Human Development. They hold a Master of Science in Data Science from Harvard’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and a BA in Communication Studies from UCLA, and are a Civic Science Postdoctoral Fellow at the Cornell University CAT Lab. Epps is also a contributor to The Atlantic where they cover race and technology.
Behind The Idea: Why This Book?
At Harvard, where Epps studied data science and child development (and eventually taught classes on the subject), she sought insight into how tech and AI advancements affect us. The takeaway: AI isn’t magic, but rather a result of the data we ask it to “learn” so we can control its bias. Their upcoming new book A Kids Book About AI Bias is a first step to setting our most vulnerable – our children – on this path to agency.
Dr. Avriel Epps pens in the first pages of A Kids Book About AI Bias, “You deserve a say in the technology creating our world.” Rather than fearing the unknown, her message is grounded in the power of the collective and individuals: encouraging kids and parents to critically examine biases. To that end, they say, “The most inspiring activists and organizers in the space, for me, are actual children.”
Testimonials
"If you're raising or mentoring tomorrow's tech leaders, 'A Kids Book About AI Bias' by Dr. Avriel Epps is an absolute must-read."
"I have long been a fan of Dr. Epps's ability to break down complex concepts into engaging and actionable insights, and that is precisely what they have done with this book. Whether we like it or not, AI is here to stay, and this book simplifies this complex world and its inherent biases through captivating storytelling.
What's most remarkable is that this isn't just a book—it's a guide to the future. "A Kids Book About AI & Bias" gives children the tools they need to understand how AI impacts their lives and inspires them to think critically, advocate for fairness, and ultimately help reshape the technology landscapes of tomorrow.
When you ask yourself, who is coding my future, I hope they are students of this philosophy. This book is for families and educators striving to develop thoughtful, informed digital citizens—a book destined to become a cult favorite in homes, schools, and beyond."
—Cristina Mancini
CEO, Black Girls Code
“Real power tomorrow begins with those who question today! This essential book empowers readers of all ages to be curious and critical about the digital world. It explores how AI reflects and reinforces social hierarchies, urging us to move beyond being passive “users” and instead become active participants in shaping the technologies that shape our lives.”
— Ruha Benjamin
Author of Race After Technology and Imagination: A Manifesto
“Few scholars understand the landscape of AI and youth better than Dr. Avriel Epps, whose insight into how technology is shaping our culture will be referenced for decades to come. Their ability to translate seemingly difficult concepts into digestible information is a rare and vital one; this book is a must-have tool in every library, classroom, and home bookcase to teach children about their tech in an ever evolving world.”
— Safiya U. Noble, Author, Algorithms of Oppression
Author, Algorithms of Oppression
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