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Episode #131 Navigating AI Literacy, With Zainab Shipchandler, MPH

  • Writer: Laura Hollabaugh
    Laura Hollabaugh
  • 4 days ago
  • 2 min read

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Overview

Unlock the future of public health entrepreneurship with actionable insights into AI literacy, responsible technology adoption, and industry-leading best practices. In this episode, we speak with Zainab Shipchandler, health educator, AI literacy advocate, and director of the ZRF Group. We explore how public health leaders can champion digital transformation while protecting communities. Whether assessing AI tools, navigating privacy, or advocating for equitable innovation, discover the essential skills and frameworks for thriving in an AI-driven world.


Meet Zainab Shipchandler

Zainab Shipchandler, MPH, MCHES, is a public health education consultant who is passionate about equipping communities with the knowledge and skills to navigate health information and services in the age of AI. As Director of ZRF Group, she brings her background as a Master Certified Health Education Specialist to a multidisciplinary team of experts in AI and medicine. She collaborates with clients nationwide to build professional and community capacity in AI and health literacy through workshops, speaking, and curriculum development. Zainab recently became a Certified Lactation Counselor to advocate for new parents during their infant feeding journeys. Her lived experiences as a patient, mother of young children, and trusted resource in her community inform and inspire her work.





Takeaways


  • The integration of AI in public health is reshaping professional responsibilities and opening new opportunities for innovation and impact.

  • AI literacy goes beyond tool use—it’s about understanding strengths, limitations, privacy implications, and potential risks such as misinformation and bias.

  • AI is now a "super" social determinant of health, affecting education, employment, and access to healthcare, making digital and AI literacy vital for wellbeing.

  • The ZRF Group’s workshop empowers health professionals to confidently assess AI tools using a tailored framework (e.g., model details, privacy, reliability, applicability).

  • Responsible AI use requires clear SOPs, understanding data privacy, and protecting sensitive information for marginalized communities.

  • Collaboration among health experts, physicians, and AI specialists ensures educational resources and interventions remain accurate, relevant, and culturally sensitive.

  • Public health entrepreneurs are uniquely positioned to become AI literacy champions and advocates for policy, equity, and community protection in this fast-changing landscape.

  • Staying informed and tailoring AI solutions is essential—live, interactive education like ZRF’s workshop accelerates learning and strategic adoption.

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