GoldenMinds AI Foundation

Community workshops

Understand AI. Spot scams. Stay safe.

GoldenMinds AI Foundation helps children, teens, young adults, adults, seniors, and veterans learn how artificial intelligence works, how to use it safely, and how to protect themselves and their families from scams.

Book a Workshop Call 662-519-1883

Serving Mississippi.

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About us

Veteran-founded, community-focused

GoldenMinds AI Foundation is a veteran-founded nonprofit organization started by Steven Joiner, a disabled veteran who lives near Tunica, Mississippi.

Steven started the foundation with a simple goal: to make sure people in our community are not left behind as artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday life, and to help neighbors recognize and avoid the scams that are using these new tools.

We teach in plain language, at a comfortable pace, with plenty of time for questions. Our classes are open to every age, from children and teens to young adults, parents, grandparents, and veterans. No technical background is needed.

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Classes for every age

Learning together, from kids to grandparents

Young people use AI every day, and scammers target every age. We offer classes for children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors, and families are welcome to learn side by side.

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The course

Class: AI Safety for Everyone

Four sessions, about 60 minutes each. All ages welcome, in person with an online option. Some seats are free, some are low-cost, and donations are welcome. No one is turned away because they can't pay. No experience needed. Tap a session to see what we cover.

Session 1AI Basics: What AI Is (and Isn't)

Learn in plain words what AI is, where you already use it, and why it can be wrong even when it sounds sure. Try a free AI tool or watch a live demo.

  • What AI is, in everyday language
  • Where you already use it, from phones to search engines
  • Why AI can sound sure and still be wrong
Session 2Using AI Tools Safely and Smartly

Learn a simple 4-step way to ask AI good questions, and what you should never type into it. See how to check privacy settings in a free tool.

  • A simple 4-step way to ask good questions
  • What never to type into an AI tool
  • How to check privacy settings
Session 3Spotting Scams, Fake Voices, and Deepfakes

See real examples of fake texts, phishing emails, cloned voices, deepfake videos, romance scams, and Medicare and VA scams. Practice "hang up and call back" and set up a family safe word.

  • Fake texts and phishing emails
  • Cloned voices and deepfake videos
  • Romance, Medicare, and VA scams
  • How to hang up and call back, and how to set a family safe word
Session 4Protecting Yourself and Your Family

Make strong passwords, turn on two-step verification, and lock down social media. Leave with a family safety plan and know what to do in the first hour if something goes wrong.

  • Strong passwords and two-step verification
  • Locking down social media
  • A family safety plan
  • What to do in the first hour if something goes wrong
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This class is just for learning. It is not medical, legal, or money advice.

Request a workshop

Bring a workshop to your group

Would you like a workshop for your group? Get in touch and we'll work with you to find a time. Tap a question below to learn more.

Who can come to a class?

Everyone. We teach kids and teens (with a family adult), adults, seniors, veterans, and families.

Where can you hold a class?

We can come to public libraries, senior centers, VFW and American Legion posts, churches and faith groups, community centers, schools and youth groups, and housing communities.

What does our group need to provide?

A room for 20 or more people with tables. A screen and wifi help, but they are not required. We also have an online option.

How much does it cost?

Some seats are free, some are low-cost, and donations are welcome. No one is turned away because they can't pay. Money goes to GoldenMinds AI Foundation, not to any person. Call 662-519-1883 or email info@goldenmindsaifoundation.com to ask about your group.

What help is available for access and comfort?
  • Large-print handouts
  • Seating for wheelchairs and walkers
  • Seating for people with hearing or low vision needs
  • An online option, and a version that needs no wifi
Is my information kept private?

Yes. We never sell or share your information.

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