Join us and your fellow NAA members for a special opportunity to consider how conservation organizations can strive for a balanced approach to artificial intelligence; one that embraces opportunities for efficiency and effectiveness while remaining mindful of the environmental implications associated with such a large-scale data infrastructure. Along with concerns related to energy, water, and environment, there are social and ethical questions.
During this gathering, Sarah Floyd, NAA’s outreach & engagement manager, will share the NAA team’s analysis related to the use of AI internally, outline some guiding principles for responsible use, and offer sample statements and guidelines that we hope will support thoughtful, values-aligned adoption in our organization.
Sarah Floyd, Outreach & Engagement Manager, Natural Areas Association
Sarah Floyd is a communications professional with more than a decade of nonprofit experience, working primarily within scientific and science-driven organizations, including the Tulsa Zoo, Tulsa Regional STEM Alliance, and Natural Areas Association (NAA). She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Broadcasting with a focus in Public Relations from Oklahoma State University.
Sarah’s career is centered on engaging audiences through thoughtful, intentional communication informed by data-driven strategies. Grounded in storytelling, her content has been shared by international media outlets.
At NAA, Sarah works to increase awareness and access to timely, relevant resources for land-management practitioners. She leads the publication of Natural Areas News, NAA’s flagship e-newsletter, curating high-quality conservation research, policy updates, and news to help practitioners stay informed.
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