How AI Will Impact Our Community and What We Can Do About It

Hey friends! Today, let’s talk about something that’s been on everyone’s mind lately: artificial intelligence, or AI. You’ve probably heard about it in the news or from your kids, but what does it mean for our community? Let’s break it down and figure out how we can prepare for the changes coming our way.

The AI Wave Is Coming

First things first: AI is going to change a lot of jobs, especially those that don’t require a college degree. We’re talking about jobs in retail, food service, manufacturing, and even some office work. It’s not happening overnight, but over the next 10 years, we’re likely to see big changes.

What This Means for Us

Let’s be real – our community has a lot of these types of jobs. We also know that many of us didn’t have the chance to finish high school or go to college. This puts us in a tough spot, but it doesn’t mean we’re helpless. We’ve faced challenges before, and we can face this one too.

So, What Can We Do?

1. Get Informed: The first step is understanding what’s coming. Talk to your kids about what they’re learning in school about technology. Attend community meetings where these issues are discussed.
2. Focus on Education: It’s never too late to learn! Even if you didn’t finish high school, you can get your GED. It’s a great start.
3. Learn New Skills: The jobs that will stick around are ones that need a human touch. Think about healthcare, childcare, or jobs that need creativity. Our library has free online courses in these areas.
4. Support Our Kids: Make sure our children are getting the best education possible. Encourage them to learn about computers and technology, even though AI will replace software programmers. The more they know, the better prepared they’ll be.
5. Build Community Strength: We’re stronger together. Let’s start community projects that can’t be replaced by AI, like urban gardens or local arts programs.
6. Speak Up: Our local government needs to hear from us. We should push for job training programs and support for small businesses that create local jobs.

It’s Not All Bad News

While change can be scary, it also brings opportunities. Some new jobs will be created because of AI. By preparing now, we can be ready to grab these opportunities when they come.

Let’s Take Action Together

By working together and preparing for the future, we can make sure our community doesn’t just survive these changes, but thrives in spite of them.Let’s face this challenge head-on, together. See you at the meeting!