As Artificial intelligence continues to transform industries and societies at an unprecedented speed, it’s critical to ensure that the technologies we build are responsible, fair and shaped by diverse voices and perspectives.

Strategic Partnerships in Building International Communities

With that imperative in mind, RBC Borealis partnered with Women in Computer Vision and LatinX in AI, two leading international advocacy organizations, and co-organized a high-impact event at this year’s Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR). The event brought together leading experts from North and South America as well as Europe to engage in a dynamic discussion on responsible and inclusive practices in AI and Computer Vision. The objective was to raise awareness, address current barriers and challenges, amplify underrepresented perspectives and propose actionable solutions.

CVPR, with its global reach and diverse audience of academic scholars, researchers, industry leaders, and practitioners, provided the perfect platform for this critical conversation. To kick off a broader dialogue among the conference attendees, the event featured a panel of experts from academia and industry:

Key Takeaways from the Panel of Experts

Moderated by Maria Fernanda, the panel brought together diverse perspectives to explore how AI and Computer Vision systems and the communities that build them can be grounded in fairness, ethics, and equity. Drawing from their personal and professional experiences, the speakers shared valuable insights on research, policy, strategies, and best practices for the responsible, ethical, and inclusive development of AI technologies.

Dr. Eirene Seiradaki on Interdisciplinary collaboration for Responsible AI

Dublina and Adonai highlighted the unique experiences of people from various backgrounds, shedding light on how these perspectives shape their understanding and interaction with emerging technologies. Vered emphasized that responsible and ethical practices transcend Computer Vision or any single AI field and they are integral across all levels of AI research and development. Eirene underscored that the foundation for equitable AI and Computer Vision starts with intentional mentorship for underrepresented groups early in their careers. She argued that responsible AI development requires a commitment to fairness and inclusion, starting with who shapes the technologies and extending through how they are developed and deployed. According to Eirene, true progress can only be achieved through interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-sector partnerships, where diverse voices, ideas, and experiences converge to ensure that AI systems reflect and serve all communities.

The Response from the CVPR Community

The response from the CVPR community was outstanding. The event attracted a diverse audience of Computer Vision researchers, engineers, industry leaders and students at all academic stages, who brought thoughtful questions and a strong eagerness to explore the intersection of Computer Vision, ethics, and inclusion. Attendees remained engaged long after the panel, joining speakers for a lively networking session over refreshments.

The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The post-event survey revealed a surge of gratitude from attendees, who appreciated the candid discussion, the multiplicity of perspectives, and the actionable insights shared. The strong demand for more opportunities to exchange ideas like this one was clear. From the panel discussions to the Q&A and the networking session, it was evident that the need and the appetite for responsible and inclusive AI and Computer Vision is both strong and growing.

Looking Ahead

Hosting this conversation at CVPR 2025, one of the world’s premier forums for Computer Vision research, emphasizes a critical point: designing ethical and inclusive systems is core to the future of this field.

RBC Borealis is proud to help lead this dialogue, partnering with organizations that share the same commitment to responsible and fair technologies that benefit everyone. We heard the call for more events like this, as platforms to bring together international audiences to discuss the intersection of research, practice, and social responsibility. To continue this important conversation, we will be organizing a similar event at the Forty-Second International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML).

Couldn’t make it to CVPR this year? Browse the photo highlights below to experience the energy, connections, and sense of community that made this gathering so impactful.