In this episode of Morning Edition, Activist Renée Cummings, Artificial Intelligence Ethicist and Data discusses how artificial intelligence can be used to strengthen crime prevention and governance.
She joins us this morning as the first Data Activist in Residence at the University of Virginia’s School of Data Science, and also a criminologist, criminal psychologist, and therapeutic jurisprudence specialist.
As the country looks toward the upcoming national budget and the ongoing push for digital transformation, she discusses how artificial intelligence can be used to strengthen crime prevention, governance, and how a dedicated Ministry of AI could position Trinidad and Tobago to enhance its technological capabilities and readiness for the future.
Dr. James is a mathematical economist and statistician, with a distinguished career that includes serving as Senior Policy Adviser to the United Nations Development Programme and to the Government of Trinidad and Tobago. He’s also the founding Director of the public sector’s Policy Research and Development Institute.
He joins us now to weigh in on the upcoming national budget and to break down what the newly granted OFAC license could mean for Trinidad and Tobago.
This morning we’re turning our attention to learning differences and in particular, dyslexia. It’s something that affects many children and adults, often without being recognized early on.
Joining us in studio is the founder of the Dyslexia Association of Trinidad and Tobago, Mrs. Cathryn Kelshall, and Board Member Brendon Brathwaite to help us understand what dyslexia really is, how to spot the signs, and the kind of support available for children, parents, and educators.
Joining us now is Jeremy Lalla, General Manager of JMMB Investments and JMMB Securities Trinidad and Tobago. He’s here to share how the company is helping to empower and educate participants on financial markets, trading strategies, and wealth management all in a risk-free, hands-on environment designed to help them grow their financial skills.
The Commissioner for the Cooperative Development Division, Mrs. Charmaine McMillan, joins us live on set this morning to share more on the Division’s commemoration of the International Year of Cooperatives 2025 and Credit Union Month 2025 highlighting the vital role cooperatives continue to play in building stronger communities and empowering members across the country.
That’s it for today, have a good day everyone. We leave you with this image “Sunset from the Cocorite Jetty” from Michele Nicholas.
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