From EU compliance to career empowerment: how Article 4 of the EU AI Act creates both a legal duty and a transformative opportunity.
Artificial Intelligence is not just shaping the future – it’s redefining the present. From recruitment algorithms to automated decision-making in healthcare, AI is already embedded in our work and lives. But who is truly equipped to understand it? And who gets left behind?
AI literacy is becoming a critical skill for navigating this new reality – especially for women.
Since February 2025, Article 4 of the EU AI Act has made one thing clear: anyone working with AI systems must demonstrate a sufficient level of AI competence. That includes providers, deployers, and users of AI tools like ChatGPT, automated HR platforms, and beyond – a clear shift that defines the EU AI Act literacy requirements across sectors.
At FemAI, we believe this legal obligation is more than just a checkbox. It offers a unique opportunity to build a truly inclusive, justice-driven AI literacy framework – one that centers the lived realities of women and marginalized communities.
What does Article 4 demand about AI literacy?
Article 4 requires that AI systems are not just designed responsibly, but also handled responsibly. That means:
- Every organization using AI must develop their staff through adequate AI literacy training.
- AI competence must be adapted to the context: healthcare requires different knowledge than marketing.
- The obligation is enforceable as of February 2025 (Art. 113 lit. a) by the EU AI Act.
Yet, our internal review of existing training programs found a troubling gap: most courses neglect inclusive learning environments and fail to address how AI impacts different groups differently. This gap shows the urgent need for targeted AI literacy education that considers intersectional realities.
Why women are an untapped and overlooked target group in AI literacy
While 94% of executives are dissatisfied with current AI solutions, 59% are actively searching for companies that take a more innovative, responsible approach. Yet despite this growing demand, women remain significantly underrepresented in both usage and leadership roles in AI – revealing a persistent gap in AI digital literacy and access to relevant training opportunities.
Our research shows that without tailored training, the AI gender gap will only widen. And that’s why we’re building something different.
Introducing our AI literacy program: the FemAI Officer training
Our AI Officer program was developed to answer this call. It combines legal literacy (EU AI Act), technical understanding, and self-leadership tools with feminist values:
- Built by women, for women and allies
- Designed to empower, not intimidate
- Connects the dots between digital resilience, emotional intelligence, and ethical tech design
The FemAI literacy program addresses all key components of Article 4, making it a unique contribution to EU AI education efforts.
Why AI literacy matters now
AI is predicted to transform 40% of all jobs. But it’s not AI that takes jobs away – it’s the lack of knowledge.
“Artificial Intelligence won’t take your job. The person who knows how to use it will.“
With the right support, women can lead the next chapter of digital transformation.
Join the pilot
We’re launching the first cohort of certified FemAI Officers. As a pilot participant, you will:
- Gain early access to our full AI literacy program
- Co-create a new EU-wide standard for inclusive AI competence
- Be part of a growing network of changemakers
If you’re ready to meet the EU AI Act literacy requirements and want to lead with purpose, now is the time.
Let’s turn compliance into courage – and build the future we want to see.
