#LILAC26 preview: Superchanged by AI

My final preview post for the LILAC conference is the second from the library team at Sheffield University SUPERCHARGED BY AI: The power of global collaboration in facilitating critical AI literacy.

Vicky Grant writes: Day 2 of LILAC26 provides the opportunity to visit an exhibition. Entitled Supercharged by AI and presented by Maria de Brasdefer from IFLA and Vicky Grant and Nabila Cruz, University of Sheffield and presenting on behalf of the IATUL Special Interest Group for Information Literacy, the session is on 31 March 2026 (Parallel Session 6, 15:30 - 16:30, In Lecture Theatre 1).
Supercharged is a collection of engaging materials exhibited internationally through a global collaboration between the International Association of University Libraries (IATUL) and the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA). This interactive exhibition was developed by Tactical Tech and Density Design Lab in collaboration with IFLA. 
Designed to engage communities with artificial intelligence through hands-on learning and critical reflection, and as a model for digital inclusion, the exhibition goes beyond technical exploration to spark conversations about the ethics, bias and societal impact of AI. It exemplifies how libraries can create inclusive, accessible spaces where communities can not only learn about emerging technologies but also critically examine their implications. 
This showcase will share experiences of hosting the exhibition in locations around the world. We will provide insights into the exhibition’s impact, engagement strategies, and how libraries as trusted neutral spaces can foster information and digital literacy, curiosity, and ethical dialogue around AI. Delegates of LILAC 2026 will be able to interact with the exhibition through this immersive showcase. They will leave with practical ideas for hosting or adapting the exhibition or similar initiatives in their own contexts.
The exhibition showcase outline is: Introduction; Supercharged by AI - reflecting on experiences from around the world; Engagement with the exhibition; Linking to online materials for local adoption; Summary, discussion and close.

Reference       
IFLA, 2024. Supercharged by AI: A new creative intervention about the effects of AI on our online lives. http://www.ifla.org/news/supercharged-by-ai-a-new-creative-intervention-about-the-effects-of-ai-on-our-online-lives/