GoldenMinds AI Foundation

Free 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. Our workshops are always free.

Book a Free 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

Four sessions, about 60 minutes each

Free to attend. No experience needed. Lessons are adjusted for each age group.

[DRAFT: session topics and descriptions below are proposed wording and still need final review.]

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  1. Session 1

    AI Basics

    What artificial intelligence is, what it can and can't do, and where you may already be using it, from phones to search engines.

  2. Session 2

    Using AI Tools Safely

    A beginner-friendly look at popular AI assistants: how to ask good questions, check the answers, and keep personal information private.

  3. Session 3

    Spotting Scams and Deepfakes

    How scammers use fake voices, videos, texts, and emails, and the warning signs that help you tell what's real from what's fake.

  4. Session 4

    Protecting Yourself and Your Family

    Practical steps to secure your accounts, set up a family "safe word," and know what to do and who to call if something seems wrong.

Request a workshop

Bring a free workshop to your group

Would you like a free workshop for your church, school, after-school program, senior center, library, veterans group, club, or community organization? Get in touch and we'll work with you to find a time.

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