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Femina Feminae Lupus
(A woman is a wolf to another woman)
"Homo Homini Lupus," originally from Plautus but often associated with the philosophy of Thomas Hobbes, is one of my favorite descriptions of human nature, representing the idea that humans can be predatory to one another.
Inspired by this, I attempted to craft a female-centric version: "Femina Feminae Lupus," suggesting that, similarly, women can also be competitive or predatory towards each other. Though not a view I endorse as universal, it's an interesting lens through which to examine certain societal dynamics.
Over my 54 years, weaving through life's tapestry in environments where men often set the tone, I've craved deeper connections with women—seeking not just companionship but true understanding and collaboration.
My journey, from the playgrounds of my youth to the highlights of my career, has been an eye-opening expedition into the dynamics of gender interactions.
It's been a revelation to observe—and sometimes, admittedly, to misunderstand—the nuanced dance of competition and cooperation among women.
Was this an echo of our ancestors' quest for the 'best' partner, a vestige of evolutionary survival?
Or perhaps something more?
As I ventured deeper into the realms of gender equality, devouring the words of thinkers like Simone de Beauvoir and Betty Friedan, and digesting the findings from the Society of Women Engineers and McKinsey's reports, I began to see the larger picture.
My reflections often circle back to Betty Friedan's 'The Feminine Mystique.' How much of this competition is a byproduct of societal expectations to be 'the most appealing'?
This question isn't just academic for me—it's deeply personal. As someone who's stood on both sides of the gender divide, advocating for equality, I see the immense potential for us to rewrite these narratives.
But here's the heart of it: my journey isn't just about understanding or advocating; it's about connecting, learning from the incredible women around me, and together, challenging the outdated scripts we've been handed.
The path to collaboration over competition is rugged, yet every conversation, every shared story, and every moment of solidarity smooths a stone in that road.
Let's share, let's learn, and let's grow together.
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Ali Hessami is currently the Director of R&D and Innovation at Vega Systems, London, UK. He has an extensive track record in systems assurance and safety, security, sustainability, knowledge assessment/management methodologies. He has a background in the design and development of advanced control systems for business and safety-critical industrial applications.
Hessami represents the UK on the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC) & International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) – safety systems, hardware & software standards committees. He was appointed by CENELEC as convener of several Working Groups for review of EN50128 Safety-Critical Software Standard and update and restructuring of the software, hardware, and system safety standards in CENELEC.
Ali is also a member of Cyber Security Standardisation SGA16, SG24, and WG26 Groups and started and chairs the IEEE Special Interest Group in Humanitarian Technologies and the Systems Council Chapters in the UK and Ireland Section. In 2017 Ali joined the IEEE Standards Association (SA), initially as a committee member for the new landmark IEEE 7000 standard focused on “Addressing Ethical Concerns in System Design.” He was subsequently appointed as the Technical Editor and later the Chair of P7000 working group. In November 2018, he was appointed as the VC and Process Architect of the IEEE’s global Ethics Certification Programme for Autonomous & Intelligent Systems (ECPAIS).
Trish advises and trains organisations internationally on Responsible AI (AI/data ethics, policy, governance), and Corporate Digital Responsibility.
Patricia has 20 years’ experience as a lawyer in data, technology and regulatory/government affairs and is a registered Solicitor in England and Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. She has authored and edited several works on law and regulation, policy, ethics, and AI.
She is an expert advisor on the Ethics Committee to the UK’s Digital Catapult Machine Intelligence Garage working with AI startups, is a Maestro (a title only given to 3 people in the world) and expert advisor “Maestro” on the IEEE’s CertifAIEd (previously known as ECPAIS) ethical certification panel, sits on IEEE’s P7003 (algorithmic bias)/P2247.4 (adaptive instructional systems)/P7010.1 (AI and ESG/UN SDGS) standards programmes, is a ForHumanity Fellow working on Independent Audit of AI Systems, is Chair of the Society for Computers and Law, and is a non-exec director on the Board of iTechlaw and on the Board of Women Leading in AI. Until 2021, Patricia was on the RSA’s online harms advisory panel, whose work contributed to the UK’s Online Safety Bill.
Trish is also a linguist and speaks fluently English, French, and German.
In 2021, Patricia was listed on the 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics™ and named on Computer Weekly’s longlist as one of the Most Influential Women in UK Technology in 2021.
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