

Building AI Literacy
Empowering learners, educators, and communities with the skills and understanding needed to navigate the AI era.
Our Mission
Empowering Appalachia through AI Literacy
As the knowledge and wage gap widen and digital literacy becomes a new dividing line, we believe AI shouldn't exacerbate inequality: it should help close it. We’re working to democratize knowledge by making the power of artificial intelligence approachable to those who might otherwise be left behind.

Research
Public Learning for All
We conduct cutting edge AI research that benefits communities through academic collaborations and open-source tools. Our work demystifies AI while developing practical solutions for real world challenges.

Training
Locally Driven, People First
We provide hands on AI training tailored to community needs, focusing on practical skills which empower the needs, voices, and challenges of the communities we serve. We invest in local leadership, regional storytelling, and long-term partnerships.

Mentorship
Pathways to Real Careers
We connect learners with internships, scholarships, and hands-on skill-building to turn curiosity into careers. Whether just entering the workforce, advancing a career or upskilling current staff, participants gain tools to thrive in an AI-powered world.
What we Offer
We build bridges between people and AI
No jargon or hype, just intuitive and approachable resources, accessible learning, and a commitment to public education and knowledge. Here's how we make AI approachable:
Approachable Learning
Training Programs
Approachable workshops for schools, professionals, and local organizations — designed to meet people where they are.
Community Learning
Cohort-based support that turns learning into a shared journey, from AI newcomers to advanced developers.
Open Toolkits
Free, easy-to-use materials that help anyone understand and experiment with AI — no credentials needed.
Knowledge for the Public Good
Research Insights
Clear, digestible reports that connect academic research with public understanding and real-world relevance.
Thought Leadership
Approachable workshops for schools, professionals, and local organizations — designed to meet people where they are.
Real-World Resources
Guides, lesson plans, and project templates to bring AI literacy into classrooms, libraries, and communities.

Who we Work With

Businesses & Government
Where Tech Meets Policy
"I went from playing with GPT to launching a successful data analytics tool in under a month. And I understood what was happening behind the scenes!"
— Shana, Federal Assistant Director

Students & Educators
Demystifying AI for the Next Generation
"The curriculum transformed how I teach technology. My students went from passive consumers to active creators of AI solutions, and I finally feel confident explaining these complex concepts in the classroom"
— Alysa, University Professor

Community Leaders
Empowering Grassroots Change with AI
"We used these tools to analyze community needs and allocate resources more effectively. Now we're training local leaders to use AI for social impact. It's been a game changer for our initiatives."
— Tyler, Nonprofit Director

All Curious to Learn!
No Tech Background? No Problem!
"At 68, I never thought I'd understand AI, but the hands-on approach made it click. This helped me launch a second career as a writer... a lifelong goal!"
— Jimmy, Veteran and Retired Manager


















Level 1: Just Getting Started
"I want to understand AI, but I don't know where to begin."
We help you to build foundational AI literacy and confidence to navigate AI tools and conversations.
What You'll Learn:
- •Intro to Artificial Intelligence
- •Real-world Examples of AI
- •AI Ethics & Everyday Impact
- •Digital literacy and critical thinking

Level 2: The AI Conversationalist
"I want to use AI tools effectively, think with them, and communicate ideas better."
We guide you to use language models to generate, explore, and refine ideas with clarity and confidence.
What You'll Learn:
- •Prompt Engineering Fundamentals
- •Understanding AI Outputs & Failures
- •Chain of Thought & Reasoning Strategies
- •AI for Writing, Brainstorming, Coding Help
- •Mental Models for Thinking with AI

Level 3: The Modern Developer
"I want to build real apps with AI and understand how to work with models programmatically."
We assist you as you learn to integrate, deploy, and iterate on AI-powered tools and workflows.
What You'll Learn:
- •AI APIs & SDKs (OpenAI, Claude, etc.)
- •Prompt Chaining & Tool Integration
- •System Thinking for AI Workflows
- •Responsible Development & Model Limitations
- •Rapid Prototyping with LLMs

Wherever you're at, we're here to help.
Innovation
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