AI Imperative Task Force

Established March 2024 through estimated May 2027

The Taskforce is responsible to lead the efforts of the AI Imperative strategic goal defined as follows:

Goal: Advance and promote health information practices with regards to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by developing and implementing strategies to advance the AI skills and competencies of health sciences professionals, and advocate to employers, members, and the public the value, impact, and benefits of health sciences libraries and librarians in an AI world.

in order to:

• Positively affect institutional and stakeholder outcomes, such as impacts on clinical care, student learning, and scientific research;
• Improve the quality of health information services through the use, creation, and application of AI in daily practice and processes;
• Foster a culture of employer support and recognition for AI practice and assessment; and
• Position MLA as the voice for responsible and effective use of AI by health sciences libraries and professionals.