Two leaders from the University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) have achieved a significant academic milestone with the publication of their Cayman Islands’ AI research in The Round Table: The Commonwealth Journal of International Affairs, one of the world’s most prestigious journals on Commonwealth and international affairs.
Dr. Genève Phillip-Durham, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at UCCI, and Tamsin Deasey-Weinstein, Corporate Management Team member at UCCI, co-authored the groundbreaking study titled “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Educational Reform and Workforce Development: The Case of the Cayman Islands.” The research provides a roadmap for how the Cayman Islands can leverage artificial intelligence to overcome traditional challenges of scale and geography while maintaining its competitive edge in the global economy.
The research positions the Cayman Islands at the forefront of global discussions on AI implementation in education and economic development strategies for small island territories.
The Round Table Journal, established in 1910, is internationally recognized for its influential analysis of political, economic, and social developments across the Commonwealth and beyond. The journal’s rigorous peer-review process and distinguished editorial board make publication a significant achievement in academic circles.
Tamsin Deasey-Weinstein, an MIT-certified executive in AI and Machine Learning, brings extensive practical experience to the research. “This publication reflects our commitment to developing practical, inclusive upskilling frameworks that align education, industry, and government to drive sustainable economic growth,” said Deasey-Weinstein, whose work has been featured in Forbes amongst other publications. “This isn’t just an academic paper that will sit on a shelf. This is a practical roadmap for the Cayman Islands.”
“To contribute to this journal, alongside scholars and mentors I’ve long respected, is both humbling and fulfilling,” continues Dr. Phillip-Durham, who brings extensive expertise in governance, institutional capacity-building, and policy development to the research. “This article represents not just a scholarly milestone, but a personal commitment to ensuring that Caribbean small island territories have a voice in shaping global conversations on AI, education reform, and workforce development.”
This publication marks a significant achievement for both the Cayman Islands and UCCI, positioning the territory as a thought leader in AI policy and implementation among small island developing states. The collaboration between Dr. Phillip-Durham and Deasey-Weinstein exemplifies UCCI’s commitment to producing research that bridges academic scholarship with practical policy implementation.
By demonstrating how AI can be harnessed to create inclusive upskilling frameworks, the research provides valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and business leaders across the Cayman Islands and similar small island jurisdictions worldwide.
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