How Google & The King’s Trust Are Tackling the AI Skills Gap
Jonathan Townsend, CEO of The King’s Trust, tells AI Magazine how a £1.2m Google.org grant will equip UK youth with key AI skills for tomorrow’s workforce
TL;DR
- The King's Trust received a £1.2m grant from Google.org to help UK youth develop AI skills.
- The initiative aims to equip young people with practical AI tools and recognized qualifications.
- This program seeks to ensure young people from all backgrounds have the opportunity to develop AI skills.
- Research indicates that young people's attitudes towards AI differ from older generations, impacting career choices.
- The grant is part of Google's 'AI Works for Britain' upskilling initiative.
- The initiative aligns with the UK Government's reforms to support youth employment.