Anna Jahn

Anna Jahn is the Executive Director of the Centre on Media, Technology and Democracy at McGill University, where she also serves as Associate Professor (Research) at the Max Bell School of Public Policy. She leads research and policy initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence, democratic governance, and public policy. Previously, as Senior Director of Public Policy and Inclusion at Mila, the world's largest AI research institute in deep learning, Anna contributed to UN AI governance discussions, including recommendations for the UN's Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence. She launched the Mila AI Policy Fellowship, connecting researchers and practitioners to produce evidence-based policy briefs, and directed the Indigenous Pathfinders in AI program, fostering AI solutions for Indigenous communities. Before joining Mila in 2022, Anna served as Executive Director of the Action Canada Fellowship Program at the Public Policy Forum, where she designed leadership development programs for policymakers. Anna's expertise bridges the science-policy gap, translating complex AI research into actionable solutions for governments and international organizations.