Goals
Inspire, explore, transform
Inspire creative innovation, explore the intersection of technology and art, and transform artistic expression with AI
Promote awareness & inspire deeper understanding
Promote awareness and inspire deeper understanding of the UN SDGs
Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration
Foster collaboration and dialogue between artists, AI experts, and stakeholders to leverage AI in addressing challenges for a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world
Amplify diverse perspectives
Amplify diverse experiences, cultures, and perspectives for a more inclusive and representative global dialogue on a sustainable future
Submission Guidelines
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Created using AI technologies |
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One high-resolution digital image (300 dpi +) |
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Original with no copyright infringement |
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Compatible with the values, purposes, and principles of the UN |
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International, universal and relevant to the activities of UN institutions |
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Using ethically-sourced, licensable creative tools to ensure responsible use of AI |
Panel of Judges
Chair of AI and Multimedia Standards Collaboration, Sr. Director of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
, Shutterstock
President, Women in AI
A research and scientific leader in Artificial Intelligence, Alessandra is the Sr. Director of AI and Data Science at Shutterstock. Alessandra has over 18 years' experience in research and innovation gained whilst working in academic and commercial environments. Alessandra is passionate in advanced analytics, machine learning, and computational models with the focus of transferring innovation from research to products.
As Co-chair of the UNESCO Women for Ethical AI Platform and Global President of Women in AI (a non-profit do-tank working towards gender-inclusive AI that benefits global society) Alessandra is working with a strong community of women to foster diversity , inclusion and equality for women and minorities while encouraging a global ethical approach in AI. In an advisory capacity, Alessandra also serves as the Governance Committee Chair at the Science Foundation Ireland Center for Research Training in Machine Learning.
Among several awards, Alessandra won the 2024 Grace Hopper and the 2021 XV International Prize "Le Tecno-visionarie" in the AI - Industrial Research category. In her previous role Alessandra was Head of Analytics Research at Nokia Bell Labs where she was leading research teams in several locations while driving changes across different activities like her contributions to the Nokia AI Ethics Advisory Board.
CTO
, Shutterstock
Chief, Strategy and Operations, AI for Good, TSB
, International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
<p class="x_MsoNormal" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Based in Geneva, Switzerland, Frederic Werner is a recognized leader at the intersection of artificial intelligence, technology, and global development. As the Head of Strategic Engagement at ITU, the United Nations’ specialized agency for Digital Technologies, and Chief of Strategy and Operations for AI for Good, Frederic drives initiatives that shape the future of AI’s role in solving humanity’s greatest challenges.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Frederic is a co-creator of the United Nations AI for Good Global Summit, a landmark platform connecting AI innovators with real-world problem owners to collectively advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Under his stewardship, AI for Good has become a global hub for innovation, collaboration, and actionable solutions, redefining how AI is used for social good.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">At ITU, Frederic leads transformative strategic initiatives, driving global collaboration in digital transformation and standards development to address critical challenges. His leadership ensures the organization remains a leader in setting international standards and leveraging AI to advance the SDGs.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Before joining ITU, Frederic held pivotal roles that shaped global ICT collaboration. As Communications & Program Director of ETIS in Brussels, he established a pan-European network of CIOs and cybersecurity leaders. Earlier, as Head of Marketing and Communications at the European Organization for Conformity Assessment, he spearheaded capacity-building projects with the European Commission, strengthening ICT infrastructures in EU candidate countries.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">A recognized figure in the AI sphere, Frederic is a regular keynote speaker and panellist at global tech and AI events, such as Davos, Vivatech, SXSW, World AI Festival Cannes, AI Africa Expo, World AI Summit Amsterdam, AWS Reinvent and GITEX to name a few. His insights on AI capacity building, governance and standards have led to numerous interviews and features across international media, books, and podcasts.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Academically, Frederic holds a B.A. in Business & Human Resources Management with a Communications Minor from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, an MBA in International Business from United Business Institutes, a Technical MBA in Telecoms Technology from Informa Telecoms, and a certificate from the MIT Sloan School of Management on AI’s Business Strategy Implications.</p>
<p class="x_MsoNormal">Having lived in diverse countries such as Belgium, Senegal, the United Kingdom, the Philippines, Austria, Turkey, Hungary, and Switzerland, Frederic brings a unique and global perspective to his partnerships and collaborations.</p>
Inventor/Musician and International Broadcaster
, Perfect Pitch Productions
World-renowned musician and BBC TV broadcaster LJ Rich presents on the international technology show, BBC Click. In the last year she's delivered lines at 75mph from the UK's tallest thrill ride, performed to a drone in the sea off the Welsh Coast - and learned to rap on camera thanks to a mind-reading AI headset.
LJ's many innovative projects coupled with a wide knowledge of tech trends bring a unique spark to her professional speaking engagements. A highly accomplished pianist, she uses music to connect the emotional and rational minds of audiences, unlocking creative thinking and solving real-world problems. She believes AI/Machine Learning can be a companion to creativity and regularly uses it to enhance her original works. LJ also loves eating and singing, trains and planes, and solving difficult puzzles.
Chief Responsible AI Officer
, Cognizant
<p class="p1"><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">Amir Banifatemi</span><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif"> is the Chief Responsible AI Officer at <span class="s1">Cognizant</span>, where he leads the company’s global efforts to embed safety, transparency, and accountability into AI systems and services. He oversees the design and implementation of Cognizant’s Responsible AI framework, ensuring alignment with international standards such as <span class="s1">ISO/IEC 42001</span>, <span class="s1">NIST AI RMF</span>, and other emerging governance models across sectors and jurisdictions.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">A prominent voice in international AI policy and governance, Amir contributes to key initiatives at the <span class="s1">OECD</span>, <span class="s1">GPAI</span>, <span class="s1">IEEE</span>, and the <span class="s1">ITU</span>, where he focuses on operationalizing responsible AI and advancing cross-sector standards for AI safety and accountability. He co-leads working groups on <span class="s1">AI Futures</span>, <span class="s1">AI-Enabled Investments</span>, and <span class="s1">Trustworthy AI Ecosystems</span>.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">Previously, Amir served as Chief Innovation and Growth Officer at <span class="s1">XPRIZE</span>, where he launched and directed global competitions addressing grand challenges in AI, climate, and health. He co-founded the <span class="s1">AI for Good</span> movement and helped establish the <span class="s1">AI for Good Global Summit</span> in partnership with the <span class="s1">ITU</span>, aligning AI innovation with the <span class="s1">UN Sustainable Development Goals</span>.</span></p>
<p class="p1"><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">With more than 25 years of experience at the intersection of innovation, deep technology, and investment, Amir has helped shape and scale breakthrough initiatives across sectors—from public institutions like the European Space Agency and European Commission to venture-backed technology startups. He brings a systems-level approach to advancing emerging technologies such as AI, quantum computing, and predictive systems, with a consistent focus on real-world impact, interdisciplinary collaboration, and sustainable value creation.</span></p>
<p class="p3"><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">He holds degrees in </span><span style="font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif">Electrical Engineering<span class="s2">, an </span>MBA<span class="s2">, and a </span>Doctorate in System Design and Cognitive Sciences<span class="s2">.</span></span></p>
Chief of Executive Office, Social & Human Science Sector
, United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Mariagrazia Squicciarini is Chief of Executive Office and Director a.i. at the Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS) of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
At UNESCO, Mariagrazia supervises, coordinates, steers and helps advance policy-relevant work related to the social transformation, including the ethics of science and technology - in particular, of Artificial Intelligence; the youth; sport and antidoping; inclusion, antiracism and gender.
In the past, she has led and contributed policy relevant analysis related to the changing determinants of growth and productivity; the economics of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR); knowledge-based capital; global value chains; the digital transformation and AI; job and skill dynamics; and the digital gender divide.
Mariagrazia holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Essex (UK). Before joining UNESCO, Mariagrazia worked for more than ten years at the OECD Directorate for Science Technology and Innovation as Senior Economist – Head of Unit. Prior to joining the OECD, she had a number of appointments, including at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland (FI), the University of Essex (UK) and the European Commission-Joint Research Centre (IPTS, ES).
She has published extensively and has been acting as a reviewer for international peer-review journals and governments.
