Navigating AI in Archives: Risks, Resources, and Realistic Next Steps

Title: Navigating AI in Archives: Risks, Resources, and Realistic Next Steps

Presenter: Lisa Cruces, MSIS

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Time: 10:00am CST

Duration Length: 90 minutes

Description: AI is finding its way into archival tools and workflows—but how do you decide what makes sense for your repository? Join the Society of Southwest Archivists for an interactive virtual session focused on evaluating AI without the pressure to adopt it. Explore real-world archival applications, apply a practical decision-making framework, and consider key questions around privacy, bias, copyright, human review, vendors, and organizational capacity. 

Attendants will leave with practical resources and realistic next steps—whether your repository is already exploring AI or just beginning the conversation.

No technical expertise or programming experience required.

This program is sponsored by the Society of Southwest Archivists Professional Development Committee.

For questions or if you encounter any registration difficulties, please contact pdc@southwestarchivists.org.

Note: Zoom link will be provided via email one day before the event. Last day to register will be Monday, October 26.