This is a handy fiction we are seeing more and more of. A system makes a decision about a human being, things go sideways, and suddenly everyone is pointing fingers.
Our weekly Social Saturday events are always a rapid knowledge transfer—this one helped us refine our approach to ethical discernment with AI.
"AI doesn’t fail ethically on its own. It fails when humans stop paying attention." — Dorrian Wilson
Dorrian Wilson reminded us that AI doesn't discover truth—it operationalizes human priorities. If the system is biased, it’s because it learned what the organization values (whether that's speed, profit, or just "efficiency").
Then Tina Austin shifted the lens to how we actually learn, challenging us to "grade the thinking, not the output." Because when we stop interrogation, we aren't the expert in the loop we aspire to be.
"Failure is data for learning." — Tina Austin
The truth is that leadership is lacking AI acumen.
To help you navigate these shifts, here is Dorrian’s framework for any AI tool you bring into your workflow:
Follow the decision, not the tool. If a system influences an outcome, that is where the scrutiny belongs.
Ask what is being optimized. Is it speed? Cost? Control? The answer tells you more than any demo ever will.
Pay attention to who disappears. If certain people are always filtered out, flagged, or ignored—it isn’t random.
Demand ownership, not vibes. If no one can clearly own the outcome, the system is running the leader.
I am so deeply grateful to Dorrian Wilson and Tina Austin for pouring their brilliance and expertise into our community. We are safer and smarter because of your proximity.
If AI governance lights you up, and you'd like to learn and share with other women who are engaged in governance/policy/security, etc, check out our inaugural Community of Practice. It's is a small group of AI leaders working together for three months to expand their expertise.
We launch in March - complete your application by February 15. To learn about this program (free to members of the She Leads AI Society):
We’re talking digital clutter, daily routines, life hacks, second brains, maybe some woo, and life admin. Come connect, swap ideas, and explore how generative AI can lighten the mental load in everyday life.
Women in AI, you're invited to give a lightning talk! Got a tip, tool, or AI use case that’s totally working for you? We want to know everything.
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📢 Women in AI Making an Impact
Erika Gianni is a high-impact Digital Strategy Leader and Architect of Innovation with over 20 years of experience driving transformation across the biotech, healthcare, and technology sectors. An MIT Sloan Executive MBA alumna, she specializes in bridging the gap between state-of-the-art technology and human-centric design. Her career is defined by a commitment to AI strategy, leadership development, and social impact, notably through her work in global digital operations and social entrepreneurship aimed at upskilling women in emerging markets.
Francia Haces is a high-performance International Marketing Strategist and the driving force behind Hacestek International. With a career anchored in bridging the gap between Latin American and global markets, she specializes in digital transformation, data-driven marketing, and brand architecture. Her leadership style combines technical precision with a deep focus on cultural intelligence, positioning her as a strategic advisor for companies seeking to scale operations through innovative technology and "AI-Ready" marketing frameworks.
Mojisola (Moji) Shabi is a seasoned Technology Training Leader and Digital Transformation Specialist at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. With a unique background spanning Computer Science and Theatre, she excels at the intersection of technical instruction and engagement. Shabi is a prominent figure in the legal technology space, recognized for her leadership in the Professional Legal Trainers Group (PLTG) and her expertise in deploying enterprise-grade productivity tools, specifically driving the adoption of AI-assisted workflows within high-stakes corporate environments.
🖋️ Our Featured Artist
We are excited to be currently featuring artwork from Beth Huerta. Beth is an editor, educator, and AI artist whose work is shaped by dance, photography, and visual direction. Her self-directed AI practice focuses on visual composition across still and motion, grounded in physical intelligence and photographic judgment. She treats generative tools as a medium for staging scenes and choreographed performance. Follow Beth at https://www.bethhuerta.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/beth.huerta If you missed last week, you can view it here. Please note that last week's image was sent out in a compressed state, and we highly recommend viewing the original in all its glory on Beth's website!
🎙️ AI Readiness Project
How Do You Know You Have an Ops Problem? with Danielle LaFleur
AI Foundations with She Leads AI - $57 February 6, 2026 | 4:00-5:30PM PST You don't need to be technical.You need to feel like you belong in the conversation.This 90-minute live session, plus a three-week daily email course, is for women who are curious, capable, and just… tired of feeling behind. Learn more and register here.
