Jude Kong, York University's associate professor and executive director of the Global South Artificial Intelligence for Pandemic and Epidemic Preparedness and Response Network .
“We’re making locally-relevant data actionable to create common policies that are relevant to the local public,” Jude Kong, the program’s executive director told CTVNews.ca on Wednesday.Global South Artificial Intelligence for Pandemic and Epidemic Preparedness and Response NetworkFrom this funding, more than $5.8 million will be used over the course of five years to enhance locally-led projects in the southern countries.
Each project falls under one of four categories: early detection of diseases, warning systems, response, and mitigation and control of developing epidemics. All depending on the region’s specific needs.Kong said the initiative will use a decolonizing approach, adding that local knowledge is crucial when creating relevant solutions.