Who’s Governing AI? Ethics, Power & Policy in a New Tech Era
As artificial intelligence continues to shape our world, questions around governance, regulation, and ethical development have never been more urgent. In this timely and thought-provoking webinar, three remarkable women at the forefront of AI governance,
Giovanna Jaramillo Gutiérrez, Petruța Pîrvăn, and Nicky Verd will come together to explore how we can design AI systems that are not only powerful but also safe, inclusive, and human-centered.
From the recent passing of the EU AI Act -the world’s first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence—to international policymaking, ethical oversight, and digital inclusion, this panel will unpack what governance really means in the age of AI.
From international policymaking and regulatory frameworks to ethical innovation and grassroots digital empowerment, enjoy diverse insights into how AI governance is unfolding across institutions, industries, and communities.
Whether you're a business owner, tech founder, student, or curious global citizen - this is your chance to learn from and engage with leading voices driving equitable AI futures
Meet the speakers:
Peruta Pirvan is a lawyer specializing in IT law, compliance, data protection and AI governance regulations with more than 17 years of practice. She is also an in-house data protection officer and legal counsel for top multinational companies such as Oracle and Accenture and I led the Global Data Privacy Compliance Program in A.P. Moller-Maersk by setting up the group data privacy practices, guidance and policies. Today Peruta is the Founder of EU Digital Partners, specializing in Data Protection and AI Regulations educational and fractional DPO programs.Nicky Verd calls herself a Digital Futurist and for a good reason.
Nicky Verd is the voice for those who yearn to disrupt the status quo. She's an advocate for a more human-centred future and a tech knowledge amplifier. She is a Future of Work Coach helping organizations navigate disruption and individuals to unlock their full potential in an AI-Powered Economy. A human-centric Digital Transformation Consultant with a focus on people and culture to instill a digital mindset and a culture of innovation.
Giovanna Jaramillo-Gutierrez is an AI governance specialist and senior consultant with 15+ years of international experience spanning from global health, data science, AI for Health, to responsible AI systems governance. Her career has taken her from the frontlines of pandemic response to the frontiers of AI policy and algorithmic auditing, driven by a lifelong commitment to public interest innovation and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The session will be moderated by:
Julian Mayhew - European Technology consultant and business development- British Embassy
About She AI:
She.AI is a nonprofit expanding access to AI education for students—especially girls—in developing countries.
They empower young people to understand and use AI without requiring a deep math background. Through hands-on learning, students explore how AI works, conduct research projects, and design innovative solutions to real-world problems. She.AI also connects students to global opportunities like hackathons, helping them become confident creators in an AI-driven world.
About The Bloom
The Bloom is the world’s go-to platform for social impact careers. We help over 40,000 professionals around the globe find meaningful work, build connections, and grow their impact. Learn more: readtobloom.com