AI for Good Global Summit, 30-31 May 2024 (16)
The AI for Good Global Summit is the leading action-oriented United Nations platform promoting AI to advance health, climate, gender, inclusive prosperity, sustainable infrastructure, and other global development priorities. AI for Good is organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) – the UN specialized agency for information and communication technology – in partnership with 40 UN sister agencies and co-convened with the government of Switzerland. You can read more about the AI for Good at: https://aiforgood.itu.int/about-ai-for-good/
The AI for Good Global Summit will take place from 30 to 31 May 2024 at the International Conference Center Geneva (CICG) on Rue de Varembé 17, 1202 in Geneva, Switzerland https://aiforgood.itu.int/summit24
You can choose to attend either physically in Geneva or watch remotely online. Attendance is FREE. Register using the relevant link as shown here https://aiforgood.itu.int/summit24/registration/.
If attending in person, there is also the option of purchasing a Leader Pass which provides exclusive access to the Leader Lounge, exclusive social events and more
All Gold and Leaders Passes sales are final. You will be liable for the entire cost of Your registration and participation to the Event, regardless of Your cancellation of registration, or Your unwillingness or failure to attend the Event for any reason.
The event venue, CICG, is near many public transportation stops. See more here https://cicg.ch/en/node/261.
Yes! Much of the Summit will be livestream and/or recorded. Register to join online under “Virtual Pass” here to watch for free https://aiforgood.itu.int/summit24/registration/.
Yes, you can. We will schedule the sessions on our AI for Good Neural Network online platform in the weeks and months following the event. Once recordings are on the AI for Good platform, you can watch them at a time convenient for you for free.
Please note that visa support letters are available to employees of ITU members. If your organization is an ITU member, please contact your organization’s focal point to ITU to receive their approval. Once they have approved your participation at the Summit, please send us their approval by email to ai@itu.int.
The AI for Good Global Summit is committed to making the event accessible and welcoming for everyone. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to request adjustments or support, please contact ai@itu.int
While we encourage the use of public transportation, you may find information on parking here https://www.cicg.ch/en/organiser/contact-access.
Yes, there is an infirmary on the -1 floor of the venue where a nurse will be on standby from 07:30 until 19:30 during the days of the event
There is a cafeteria on the 1st floor which will be open from 08:00 until 16:00 with lunch being served from 12:30 to 14:00. There are also restaurants and cafés near the venue, please ask at reception for further information.
Yes, there is a prayer room on the 3rd floor which will be signposted
You may watch a recording by visiting the session’s webpage on https://aiforgood.itu.int/programme-ai-for-good/ and clicking “watch” to view the session on the AI for Good “Neural Network”, the AI-powered match-making community platform. You can also head directly to the AI for Good YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/aiforgood.
Accredited media can express interest by contacting pressinfo@itu.int
Please present your AI Summit registration confirmation email (with the QR code / registration ID) along with a valid government-issued photo ID at the badging desks, open at the following times:
Day |
Time |
Venue |
Monday, 27 May |
07:30 – 17:00 |
CCV Geneva Room (Rue de Varembé 9, 1202 Geneva – across the street from the CICG event venue) |
Tuesday, 28 May |
07:30 – 17:00 |
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Wednesday, 29 May |
07:30 – 19:00 |
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Thursday, 30 May |
07:30 – 17:00 |
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Friday, 30 May |
07:30 – 16:00 |
We strongly recommend that you pick up your Leader Pass from 27 to 29 May to avoid queues when the event begins on 30 May (or 29 May if you will attend Day 0 for the afternoon of Governance Day). The event is oversubscribed!
Please note that upon badge collection, a photograph will be taken and printed on the badge for access control security. As such, badges are strictly non-transferable.
Neural Network (21)
Please follow these steps:
- Refresh the page
- Leave the Auditorium (enter event Lobby) and go back to the Auditorium
- If you are using Google Chrome, please change the browser or add https://app.myonvent.com/event/global-talent-week to the “Always keep these websites active” list in the Google Chrome Performance setting: chrome://settings/
Please follow these steps:
- Leave the Auditorium (press “Home” from the top menu) and enter the Auditorium again
- Try another browser
- Check if you see any videos on www.youtube.com
- Check if you use VPN, it might stop the video from playing
- Change Internet connection to mobile data (also try with mobile device / tablet) if you are using PC
Follow this link: YouTube support
Refresh the page
If this does not help the issue is with computers’ time zone. Steps to follow for PC users: Microsoft support_time-zone. Click the button from the link, enable “Set time automatically” for time zone.
Please try refreshing the page. If it didn’t help, please try switching to a faster internet connection (or mobile data).
Please follow these steps:
1.Check if the Auditorium is unmuted. Unmuted Auditorium video bar looks like:
2. Check if you can hear the sound from any other media files or videos
3. Check output settings (output device, general output level etc.)
If you don’t see wall posts or chat messages in real-time, try the following troubleshooting steps:
- Refresh your browser.
- Clear your browser’s cache and cookies.
- Try using different supported browsers.
- Ensure that ad blockers or other third-party add-ons are disabled.
- If the issue persists after trying these steps, contact the AI for Good Support team through the Help section of the platform.
If the video is not starting or ending on time:
- Try refreshing your browser or the app.
- Make sure your internet connection is stable.
- If the issue persists, contact the AI for Good Support team through the help section on the event platform.
To join a session in the Auditorium:
- Visit the Stages menu item from the event Lobby.
- Alternatively, navigate to the event’s main page and select the session you wish to attend from the Program. If the session will be streamed live on the Neural Network, you will be able to click on the session title, which will take you to the session’s page where you can join the live stream.
- The event platform includes interactive features for networking and participant matchmaking.
- You can join chat rooms, participate in Q&A sessions through the live and video walls, and use the networking features to connect with other participants.
If you experience a time zone discrepancy:
- Verify the event timings in your local time zone.
- Make sure that the timezone of your device is set correctly and is up to date.
- Refresh the browser page.
If you cannot see the presentation slides:
- Refresh your browser or rejoin the session.
- Ensure your internet connection is stable.
- If the problem persists, contact technical support via the “Help” button located on the left side of the event page.
- Yes, the event platform is optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. Ensure your mobile browser is up-to-date.
- You can also download the Neural Network mobile app from Google Play or the App Store for easy access.
The system requirements are:
- A stable internet connection.
- A computer or mobile device with at least 4GB of RAM.
- An updated web browser.
The supported browsers are the latest versions of:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
- Safari
To report an issue:
- Click on the “Help” button located on the left side of the event page.
- Describe the issue you are experiencing.
- Submit your message to the AI for Good Support.
If you’re having trouble accessing the event:
- Ensure you are using the correct login credentials.
- Check your internet connection.
- Clear your browser’s cache and cookies.
- Try using a different supported browser.
To update your profile information:
- Log in to the event platform.
- Navigate to your profile section, and you can update your information there.
- Make sure to save any changes before exiting the page.
What should I do if I don’t receive the verification code when registering for the Neural Network?
- First, check your spam or junk folder.
- If you still can’t find the email, contact the event support team for assistance.
To log in to the event platform:
- You will receive an email with a login link before the event.
- Click on the link and follow the instructions to access the platform.
To register as a participant to the Neural Network:
- Visit AI for Good Neural Network.
- Click on the “Sign up” button.
- Sign up using your social media profile or by filling in the registration form.
- Click “Sign up” and complete the necessary questions to access your dashboard and events.
All Year, Always Online (5)
AI for Good is all year, always online! The online AI for Good platform features programming all year-long across multiple formats, platforms and time-zones, including keynotes, expert webinars, project pitches, Q&As, demos, interviews, and more. Learn more at https://aiforgood.itu.int/programme-ai-for-good/.
AI for Good programming is generally informational, designed to provide insight from topical experts and engage in discussion, so no attendance or participation certificate is provided, unless otherwise specified.
AI for Good displays and specifies all timing according to Geneva time (CET or CEST, depending on the time of year)
Learn how to contribute to the programme as a speaker, start-up, or sponsor here https://aiforgood.itu.int/#take-part
You may subscribe here.