McKnight Foundation Partners with MN Responsible AI Institute to Advance Ethical AI Readiness
McKnight Foundation Partners with MN Responsible AI Institute to Advance Ethical AI Readiness Across Teams
Minneapolis, MN — September 10, 2025
The Minnesota Responsible AI Institute (MNRAI), recently partnered with the McKnight Foundation to deliver a transformative workshop focused on ethical AI integration and organizational readiness. The session, titled “Leading What’s Next,” brought together more than half of McKnight’s staff for a hands-on experience that bridged foundational literacy, ethical discernment, and real-world application.
Hosted at a pivotal moment in the AI landscape, the workshop invited staff to explore the mindful use of AI in alignment with McKnight’s mission and values. Participants engaged in open dialogue around both the promise and the risks of emerging technologies, including concerns about workforce disruption, climate impact, and data confidentiality.
The Institute Hosts “Leading What’s Next” Workshop with PICA Head Start
Minnesota Responsible AI Institute Hosts “Leading What’s Next” Workshop with PICA Head Start, Engaging 96 Minnesotans in Responsible AI - August 19, 2025
The Minnesota Responsible AI Institute (MNRAI) recently hosted a transformative “Leading What’s Next” workshop in collaboration with PICA Head Start, welcoming 96 Minnesotans into an immersive afternoon of Responsible AI. The event marked a key activation in MNRAI’s statewide commitment to reach 3 million working adults with curiosity-driven AI education.
A New Global Affiliation!
Minnesota Responsible AI Institute Establishes Affiliation with Z-Inspection®
Minneapolis, MN — June 1, 2025
The Minnesota Responsible AI Institute (MNRAI) is pleased to announce our affiliation with the Z-Inspection® initiative, reinforcing a shared commitment to aligning trust-based AI methodologies with workforce development strategies for Responsible AI adoption.
The Institute Heads to the United Nations!
The Institute Heads to the United Nations!
The Institute Heads to the United Nations!
Minnesota Responsible AI Institute to Present at the United Nations Open Source Week 2025
Minneapolis, Minnesota — May 28, 2025
The Minnesota Responsible AI Institute (MNRAI) is pleased to announce its participation in a United Nations side event at Open Source Week 2025, taking place June 16–20 in New York City.
Selected through an open call for proposals, the Institute will present on Friday, June 20, as part of a community-driven series hosted by Research Institutes of Sweden (RISE) and OpenForum Europe (OFE). This event will explore how open source contributes to global digital cooperation, AI governance, and sustainability initiatives, including the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact.
The Institute is ShortListed!
The Institute Heads to the United Nations!
The Institute Heads to the United Nations!
Minnesota Responsible AI Institute Shortlisted for 2025 Education and Training Awards
Minneapolis, Minnesota — May 23, 2025
The Minnesota Responsible AI Institute (MNRAI) is honored to announce that we have been shortlisted for the seventh annual Education and Training Awards, hosted by Corporate Vision Magazine.
MNRAI was nominated for its commitment to ethical AI, driving responsible innovation within Minnesota’s economy and advancing workforce development strategies that integrate sustainability and economic success worldwide.