In this episode of Black-Liberation.Tech, the main character of the story features Ebony — a grassroots organizer whose digital literacy journey shows how persistence, curiosity, and community can change everything. From Hampton, Virginia, to the Ivy League, Ebony’s story reminds us that mastery doesn’t come from isolation — it’s built through asking questions, reading deeply, and connecting intentionally.

Dr. Jordan unpacks two essential digital literacies in this episode:

1. Reading a Lot — using research, reflection, and intentional curiosity to grow your expertise; and
2. Socializing as Strategic Networking — finding your digital community, nurturing authentic connections, and building bridges that move your work forward.

Whether you’re a student, a professional, or a lifelong learner, this episode invites you to think about how your reading habits and digital relationships shape your growth — and how to make both more intentional, grounded, and liberating.

Reflective Questions for Listeners:

1. When was the last time something you read online — a post, an article, or a story — changed how you saw yourself or your work?
2. Who are the digital mentors or communities that help you grow, even if you’ve never met them in person?
3. How might you become that source of light for someone else — sharing what you learn in ways that empower your digital village?

In this episode of Black-Liberation.Tech, Dr. Renée Jordan reflects on key themes from her “AI, Algorithms & Access” panel at the ElevateHer 2025 Summit. She explores what it means for Black women to move from consumers to creators of technology, why authorship is the new frontier of equity, and how intentional AI use can cultivate critical thinking, mentorship, and liberation across generations.

Episode Highlights

• Beyond Access: Redefining inclusion in tech through authorship.
• AI as a Personal Tutor: Using AI to support critical thinking, not replace it.
• Culturally Responsive AI: Integrating Afrocentric and Ubuntu-based frameworks in design and education.
• The Power of Authorship: How prompt engineering, coding, and digital storytelling build ownership and agency.
• Digital Liberation Labs: A vision for community-centered innovation spaces where Black women lead AI creation.

Reflective Questions for Listeners

1. If you could redesign one classroom or workplace practice using AI as a personal tutor, what would you change first?
2. Where do you see opportunities to shift from access to authorship in your own field or community?
3. What would a “digital liberation lab” look like in your world—and who would you invite to co-create it with you?

In Part 3 of Conversations for the Future, we explore how to turn your project ideas into action using ChatGPT prompts, curated resources, and community connections. This episode walks you through designing targeted prompts to find role models, build your skill set, and plan your project step by step. You’ll also discover where to find Latinas, Afro-Latinas, and Black women who have launched similar initiatives in AI literacy, digital literacy, and beyond—and how to learn directly from their journeys. By the end, you’ll have the tools and roadmap to transform your vision into a living project.

What you’ll learn in this episode

• How to design prompts that guide ChatGPT to become a project assistant.
• Research strategies to find Latinas, Afro-Latinas, and Black women leaders in your field.
• Tips for building skill-development roadmaps with courses, communities, and tools.
• Step-by-step project planning: define your goal, set a timeline, gather resources, take action, and adjust.
• Real-world examples of entrepreneurs, educators, and creatives using digital literacies to grow thriving initiatives.

Key takeaway

Prompts are more than words—you’re designing pathways to people, practices, and possibilities that can accelerate your project.

Reflective Questions for Listeners

1. What project idea is most pressing for you right now—personal, academic, or professional?
2. Which ChatGPT prompt from today’s episode could you adapt for your own project this week?
3. Who are three Latinas, Afro-Latinas, or Black women you can look up and learn from in your field?
4. Which skill gap feels most urgent to close, and what tutorial or course will you commit to starting?
5. What communities (Slack groups, nonprofits, associations) can you join to stay accountable?
6. What’s your first 90-day milestone for bringing your project to life?

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