The Human Edge: Women Leading in the Age of AI

One year ago, Women Applying AI launched in Boston with a simple conviction: women are half of humanity, and we have both the responsibility and the opportunity to shape how AI transforms our work, our lives, and our world. ​We’re coming back together during Boston AI Week 2026 to celebrate how far this community has come… and look ahead to what’s next. ​This event is part anniversary celebration, part conversation about the future, and a recognition of people who are already putting AI to work in meaningful ways. ​We’ll share stories from WAAI members whose careers, confidence, and work have changed over the past year. You’ll get a first look at the AI Confidence Index, a new Women Applying AI initiative designed to explore how people are feeling, learning, and adapting as AI becomes part of everyday work. ​And because the future of AI extends well beyond the screen, we’ll dig into what happens when intelligent technology enters the physical world, with a provocative conversation about humans working alongside physical AI, followed by a live demonstration of Stella, the robot dog. ​Of course, this is an anniversary. So there will be plenty of time to connect with the WAAI community, meet new people, enjoy food and drinks, and raise a glass to an extraordinary first year together. ​Whether you’ve been part of Women Applying AI from the beginning, joined us somewhere along the way, or are just discovering the community, we’d love to celebrate with you. ​Thank you to our generous sponsors! Celebration Sponsor: Stellix Venue Sponsor: Mass Challenge