Life Long Learning: Optimism in AI// Four-week Course
January 26, 2026 @ 10:30 am - February 16, 2026 @ 12:00 pm
$185.00 – $235.00
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly woven into daily life, many of us are asking: What exactly is it? How do we begin to understand a technology that is advancing so quickly? And, most importantly, how can we use it with intention and confidence?
We are delighted to welcome Ginny Deerin, a seasoned non-profit leader, entrepreneur, and creator of the aiGED podcast—for a four-week Life Long Learning series on AI. Ginny will offer an accessible, forward-looking introduction to this fast-moving field, guiding participants through practical, hands-on ways AI can support everyday tasks, enhance creativity, and add a sense of ease and enjoyment to daily life. Each session will focus on real-world use, with time to explore tools together.
To get the most out of the course, participants are encouraged to bring a smartphone, laptop, or iPad.
About Ginny Deerin
Ginny Deerin currently serves as the Major Gifts Officer at the International African American Museum (IAAM) with prior and the creator of aiGED—a social/web series and podcast that helps adults 65+ learn to use artificial intelligence. A lifelong nonprofit leader and entrepreneur, Ginny founded WINGS for Kids in 1996, now a nationally recognized after‑school program for social‑emotional learning operating in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and California.
Previously, she co‑founded Boomy, advising nonprofits on fundraising, marketing, and management, and co‑founded Project XX to encourage women to run for office. To “walk the talk,” she ran for South Carolina Secretary of State (2014) and Mayor of Charleston (2015)—campaigns widely seen as energizing and game‑changing for the city’s civic landscape.
Earlier in her career, Ginny spent a decade in marketing with Rawle‑Murdy Associates, rising to Vice President, and a decade in advancement with the College of William & Mary, the Medical University of South Carolina, and the Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina.
Her service and impact have been recognized with South Carolina’s Order of the Palmetto (the state’s highest civilian honor), Trident United Way’s Nonprofit Leader of the Year, WCSC‑TV’s Golden Apple Award for her advocacy for children, and inclusion among Skirt Magazine’s Top 10 Women in Charleston.
Ginny grew up in Washington, D.C., is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, and has made Charleston home for most of her adult life. She serves on the boards of The Riley Center for Livable Communities and WINGS for Kids. She’s happiest with her family—her daughter, son, daughter‑in‑law, and four grandsons—and when she’s helping people and institutions do big, good things.
DATES: January 26th, February 2nd, 9th, and 16th
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Course Time: 10:30 am-12:00 pm, Four Consecutive Mondays
Tickets: Sold only as a four-week course (Seating is limited to 40)