Empowering the Future Workforce
AFROTECH™ has officially unveiled a large-scale initiative dedicated to providing artificial intelligence training to one million people. This program seeks to democratize access to AI education, offering support to professionals, entrepreneurs, creators, and community leaders as they adapt to an AI-driven global economy.
Developed in collaboration with major Fortune 100 organizations, the curriculum is designed for learners at every professional stage. It covers critical areas such as workplace readiness, AI ethics, agentic management, and the societal impact of automation across vital sectors like healthcare, housing, finance, and public services.
AI as Modern Civic Infrastructure
Regarding the significance of the program, Morgan DeBaun, CEO of AFROTECH™, emphasized the transformative role of technology in society:
«AI is becoming civic infrastructure. It will influence who gets opportunity, who builds wealth, who receives care, and whose voice is heard. No one should be an afterthought in that future — everyone deserves the skills to help build it.»
Moving Beyond Basic Literacy
The core objective of this commitment is to move past simple tool awareness. The organization aims to teach participants how to utilize AI for tangible productivity, risk assessment, business development, and advocacy for ethical implementation.
DeBaun added, «Access is the floor; ownership is the goal. We don't just need more people using AI — we need more founders, builders, investors, creators, and researchers shaping the companies, capital, and standards behind it.»
Strategic Implementation and Growth
The initiative will leverage a variety of formats to reach its target audience, including:
- Virtual educational programs
- Live event sessions
- Expert-led workshops
- Strategic community partnerships
These resources are tailored to assist small-business owners in automating manual tasks, help professionals stay competitive in shifting labor markets, and support creators and community organizations in leveraging technology for social good.
This program expands upon AFROTECH™’s existing foundation in AI education, which has previously included innovation challenges and focus areas on health equity. As DeBaun noted, the mission is to ensure that technological advancement does not perpetuate historical inequities at a faster pace. Further information regarding the curriculum, upcoming partnerships, and progress milestones will be shared in the following months.