Anna Mae Lamentillo recognized as finalist for She Shapes AI Awards
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo, founder of NightOwlGPT
London, UK – Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo, founder of NightOwlGPT, has been shortlisted as a finalist for the She Shapes AI Awards 2024/25 in the AI & Learning category. The award celebrates innovators who are leveraging artificial intelligence to expand access to education, enhance digital inclusivity, and promote lifelong learning.
Lamentillo, along with fellow finalists Floretta M. (Hola Soy Violetta) and Ndipabonga Atanga (Batazia), is being recognized for her commitment to preserving endangered languages, improving digital accessibility, and using AI to create inclusive learning spaces.
Through NightOwlGPT, she is pioneering AI solutions that help bridge linguistic and digital divides, particularly for low-resource languages with complex morphology that are often overlooked in mainstream AI models.
“I’m honoured to be among such inspiring innovators. At NightOwlGPT, we are dedicated to ensuring that AI is not only accessible but also inclusive, so that no language or community is left behind in the digital era,” said Lamentillo.
She Shapes AI: Championing Inclusion in Technology
The first-ever She Shapes AI Awards and Event will be held on 18th February 2025 in London, UK, hosted by University College London. The gathering will bring together AI researchers, thought leaders, and industry pioneers who are shaping a more inclusive and ethical AI landscape.
Adding to its global influence, She Shapes AI has been selected as an affiliated event of the Paris AI Action Summit, reinforcing its role in advancing AI ethics, policy development, and technological innovation. This recognition highlights the increasing significance of AI in education, digital equity, and cultural preservation.
NightOwlGPT: AI for Language Diversity and Accessibility
NightOwlGPT is an AI-driven platform designed to safeguard endangered languages, enhance digital inclusivity, and ensure AI represents diverse cultures and communities. Incubated under LSE Generate, the company is focused on developing scalable and cost-effective AI solutions tailored for low-resource languages and underserved communities.
By creating AI models that bridge linguistic barriers and promote accessibility, NightOwlGPT aims to ensure that no language or culture is marginalised in the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem.
Recognizing AI’s Role in Social Impact
The She Shapes AI Awards celebrate individuals who are using artificial intelligence as a tool for positive change in education, inclusion, and global empowerment. The winners will be announced on 18th February 2025 in London, where AI leaders and innovators will showcase how technology can drive real-world transformation.
