Advisory Board
Comprised of experts from the education, technology, and non-profit sectors, parents, and students, the National AI Literacy Day® Advisory Board aims to promote AI literacy as a foundational 21st-century skill through education and community engagement. They also provide guidance to the Steering Committee, contribute to resource development, and encourage participation across all 50 states and internationally. Their work directly contributes to a future where every learner, educator, and citizen is empowered to navigate, use, and shape AI technology with confidence, safety, and critical thinking.
Shawn Powers
Dr. Shawn Powers (she/her) is the Senior Director of AI Policy at Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), where she leads the institution's AI governance, policy, ethics, and literacy initiatives. With nearly a decade of experience as an Associate Dean in SNHU's School of Arts, Sciences, and Education, she brings expertise in academic policy, leadership, and organizational change. Drawing on a background in philosophy, ethics, and education, Dr. Powers works to advance responsible and human-centered approaches to artificial intelligence in higher education. She is a frequent speaker on AI governance, academic integrity, and ethical AI use. Dr. Powers is also a 2025 EDSAFE Women in AI Fellow.