Programme

Startup accelerator programme

Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Grand Finale 2026

The Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Grand Finale is the prestigious culminating event of the Robotics for Good Youth Challenge 2025-2026, held at the AI for Good Global Summit 2026. Experience the excitement as teams...

Thymio AI exploration: Hands-on robotics and machine learning

Mobsya (with the Thymio team) has participated in the AI for Good Global Summit for three consecutive years. This workshop will engage youth in hands-on exploration of robotics and AI. Participants will experience interactive robotics...

Learn to speak AI

This beginner-friendly course introduces the core principles of artificial intelligence (AI), with no prior experience required. Through interactive lessons and hands on case studies you will work in a team to design a predictive analytics...

Smart prototypes for tomorrow: FuturePitch AI!

How can AI be used responsibly to overcome challenges that affect people and our planet? The Smartfeld FuturePitch workshop invites young participants to explore AI as a supportive tool for innovation, creativity and social impact....

Hands-on AI: How does AI really work?

At the EPFL booth, young adults are introduced to machine learning, neural networks and data processing. Through three different experiments, discover how AI works. This approach will bring you to the heart of AI with...

Turn your smartphone into an AI robot!

In this workshop, participants will transform a smartphone into an innovation by building the E3bot. Beginning with the hardware, they will assemble a 3D-printed chassis and repurpose a smartphone to serve as the robot’s powerful...

The future of AI native communication networks

Step into the future of communications with this high impact workshop on AI Native Networks (AINN)—where AI doesn’t just enhance the network, it powers it. Discover how breakthroughs like agentic AI, large wireless models, code...

AI in disaster resilience: Bridging science, standards and innovation

As climate change, population growth, and urbanization intensify natural hazards, AI is emerging as a game changer for global disaster resilience. Yet turning cutting edge research into trusted, scalable, real world tools remains a major...

Kaleidoscope academic conference – AI and frontier technologies for good

New digital frontiers – from artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies to brain-machine interfaces and cooperative robotics – are rapidly reshaping the possibilities for humanity’s future. This evolving relationship between frontier technologies and telecommunications will...

From standards to science to action: Implementing and scaling sustainable AI across its lifecycle

As artificial intelligence continues to scale globally, its environmental footprint—across energy, water, materials, and infrastructure—has become a critical area of focus. While recent years have seen progress in developing methodologies and frameworks, the priority now...

Innovate for impact

Artificial intelligence (AI) holds significant potential to advance sustainable development; however, realizing this potential requires addressing disparities in access, capabilities, and regional needs. Bridging the digital divide—particularly in AI—is essential to ensure equitable access to...

Critical thinking and hands-on machine learning

Discover how AI and machine learning work by creating your own AI model using the BBC Micro:bit. Participants will train a model using motion data from their own movements, then run it directly on the...

Reimagining video with AI: Unlocking next‑generation AI for creators and industry

AI video technologies are reshaping how people create, communicate, and share content. With the rapid development of generative AI, video is emerging as one of the most important frontiers for multimodal intelligence. As models evolve...

Turn your smartphone into an AI robot!

In this workshop, participants will transform a smartphone into an innovation by building the E3bot. Beginning with the hardware, they will assemble a 3D-printed chassis and repurpose a smartphone to serve as the robot’s powerful...

Auctions, preferences, and wearable robots: The development of meaningful exoskeletons and robotic prostheses

Lower-limb wearable robots, including exoskeletons and robotic prostheses, hold tremendous promise for improving mobility, independence, and quality of life. Yet despite decades of innovation, these technologies have not achieved the broad societal impact many anticipated....

AI and education

AI and education

AI and sustainability: Using comics and pedagogical resources to address AI’s environmental impact in the classroom

Utop’IA is a graphic novel by Genevan author Herji, produced by the Learn Center at EPFL. It explores the environmental challenges linked to artificial intelligence, specifically its physical infrastructure and energy consumption. During this session,...

Centering children in the age of AI: From commitment to action

As AI becomes part of children’s everyday lives, its impact on their rights, safety, and development is immediate and growing. Yet children’s perspectives are still too often missing. This session brings their voices to the...

Toward eradicating phantom limb pain through AI and virtual reality

Artificial intelligence can do more than optimize systems. It can help relieve human suffering. Prof. Ortiz Catalan’s talk focuses on Phantom Limb Pain (PLP), a debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly where...

How AI flying cameras are changing public perception

As AI and robotics continue to evolve, drones are entering public life in increasingly visible ways. Their uses span a wide range of fields, from industry and public security to creativity, communication, and personal storytelling....

AI in creative Industries: New market segment or still an enabler of development?

AI systems are increasingly being used across a growing range of sectors, and the creative industries are no exception. Yet the integration of AI in this field remains uneven, with different branches adopting these technologies...

Embodied intelligence for security and well-being

AI has made remarkable progress through large-scale data and simulation, yet most systems remain fundamentally disembodied. They learn to mimic patterns, but not to truly understand the physical world. This limitation becomes especially critical when...

Fundamentals of computer vision with green screen

The thinqueBytes® Invisibility with Green Screen Workshop is a hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction to computer vision, a fundamental area of artificial intelligence and robotics. This workshop is designed to make advanced tech topics fun, accessible, and...

Make yourself disappear! An introduction to computer vision

The thinqueBytes® Invisibility with Green Screen Workshop is a hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction to computer vision, a fundamental area of artificial intelligence and robotics. This workshop is designed to make advanced tech topics fun, accessible, and...

Youth shaping the future of human-centered AI

This high level fireside chat will bring together voices from across the international community, private sector, and academia to explore how young people can be empowered to lead in the design, Policy, and use of...

Insect intelligence: Efficient autonomy from tiny brains

Natural systems significantly out-perform state-of-the-art AI in many real-world tasks. For example, an individual ant is able to emerge for the first time from her nest into an unknown environment, rapidly learn the surrounding cues,...

Where does Gen Z’s pursuit of purpose fit in the AI transformation

Gen Z is entering the workforce with a distinctly purpose-driven outlook. According to the World Economic Forum’s Youth Pulse report, 61% of young people rank purpose as their top career priority, ahead of job security,...

Fail and grow: Why failure stories matter in AI development and innovation

It is in schools that we decide how we will deal with uncertainty, responsibility, and failure in the future. When young people learn that mistakes are not flaws but opportunities for learning, we create the...

AI in eduction: What content and training should be offered in primary schools?

AI is omnipresent in our daily lives, and our children are growing up in this environment. Should we introduce the topic of AI in the classroom and at home? If so, how? The Learn Center...

Testing and verification of frontier AI systems

Rigorous testing and verification of frontier AI systems is no longer optional. It is essential for security, and global trust. This workshop brings experts together to explore cutting edge research on how advanced AI models...

GeoAI for our shared future: Geospatial foundation models and generative intelligence for people and the planet

Explore how emerging geospatial foundation models and generative AI can advance solutions for people and the planet while upholding scientific rigor and ethical responsibility. Participants will include members of the UN GGIM thematic networks, academia,...

AI for early warnings for all: From innovation to impact

Early warnings for disasters and extreme weather events are proven to save lives. By integrating cutting-edge AI-enabled warning solutions, AI can strengthen multi-hazard early warning systems.   Hosted by the AI Group of the Early...

AI and information accessibility: Bridging communication gaps for all

Equal access to information is essential for creating equitable opportunities, particularly for people with disabilities. This session explores how artificial intelligence can help bridge long-standing accessibility gaps and enable more inclusive communication for diverse communities....

Digital trust, AI sovereignty, and infrastructure for all

This roundtable convenes senior decision-makers from industry, government, and standards communities to address two of the most consequential challenges on the AI agenda. The first is the question of digital trust in an age of...

Beyond monitoring: Real-time ocean intelligence powered by AI and robotics

Effective ocean policy depends on one critical resource: timely, reliable information. Today, that resource remains limited. Although the ocean underpins climate stability, food security, and economic livelihoods, our ability to observe it is still sparse...

Expanding healthcare access through AI-enabled science

AI and sustainability: Using comics and pedagogical resources to address AI’s environmental impact in the classroom

Utop’IA is a graphic novel by Genevan author Herji, produced by the Learn Center at EPFL. It explores the environmental challenges linked to artificial intelligence, specifically its physical infrastructure and energy consumption. During this session,...

Fun with robotics: Perceive, decide, act!

The thinqueBytes® “Fun with robotics: Perceive, decide, act!” workshop is a hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction to practical applications of computer vision, a fundamental area of AI, implemented on a robot. This class works well when preceded...

The art of intelligence

AI is rapidly transforming how art is created, experienced, and understood. Once limited to human imagination and manual skill, artistic expression now increasingly involves collaboration between humans and machines. This workshop introduces the intersection of...

AI and fashion: Who wins in the new creative economy?

AI is reshaping the fashion industry, changing how collections are designed, developed, and brought to market. This panel will explore how AI-powered tools are opening new opportunities for designers and brands, lowering barriers to entry,...

The right to function: Democratizing the bionic revolution

Imagine a world where the ability to use your hands, walk steadily, and live with dignity is not reserved for the wealthy few, but available to everyone, everywhere. In this keynote, Pranav will spotlight the...

AI and audiovisual accessibility for digital inclusion

AI opens many opportunities while posing many challenges, especially for persons with disabilities. In this panel we will discuss the challenges of developing AI-enabled systems to enhance audiovisual accessibility that can be used in a...

Why “Question Zero” should be a priority in social robotics

The presentation will survey a new wave of self‑reflective debate that is reshaping the field of social robotics and human‑robot interaction. While the current discourse encompasses many critical issues, “Question Zero” – Do we really need...

Speakers Welcome Reception

We are delighted to host our distinguished speakers at the Speakers Welcome Reception - an evening dedicated to celebrating and honouring your important contributions to this global movement. Enjoy a warm and elegant gathering alongside...

Quantum for Good: Industry leadership, innovation and real-world impact

This track will spotlight how quantum technologies can deliver real-world impact, ensuring everyone can participate in and benefit from the second quantum revolution. It will explore how global collaboration can transform quantum breakthroughs into opportunities...

Kaleidoscope academic conference – AI and frontier technologies for good

New digital frontiers - from artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies to brain-machine interfaces and cooperative robotics - are rapidly reshaping the possibilities for humanity’s future. This evolving relationship between frontier technologies and telecommunications will...

Startup accelerator programme

Brain-computer interface: Technology for good and application cooperation

The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) will lead the organization of a thematic workshop titled “Brain-Computer Interface: Technology for Good and Application Cooperation” at the AI for Good Global Summit 2026, hosted by the...

Planet protectors: GeoAI heroes for climate action

Young participants (ages 11-16) will take on the role of innovators on a mission, using GeoAI, combining AI and digital maps, to explore and address real-world climate challenges in extreme environments. Through a game-based roleplay,...

From idea to impact: IP strategies for AI entrepreneurs

AI is democratizing innovation. But without a clear IP strategy, entrepreneurs and SMEs risk losing control over their ideas and competitive advantage. This session will explore how international organizations and industry are engaging with AI;...

Autonomous X Mobility: The global congress on AI-powered mobility

Opening artistic intelligence performance “Beyond”

‘Beyond’ is a human and machine vocal work exploring the use of ethically trained music models in the pursuit of emergent harmony and emotive expression through the human lens. Directed and produced by ITU Curator...

Financing AI‑enabling digital infrastructure in emerging markets

AI for Good: The next 72 hours start now

The Summit begins here. An introduction to who’s in the room, what’s ahead, and why it matters. From breakthrough ideas to global collaboration, this session sets the direction for the next three days—and how to...

Together for AI for Good

Since 2017, AI for Good has brought the world together to ensure artificial intelligence benefits everyone, everywhere. As new challenges emerge alongside AI’s promise, ITU Secretary-General Doreen Bogdan-Martin makes the case for why global cooperation...

Secure and trustworthy AI: Empowering youth to build a resilient digital future

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, understanding how to build, use, and interact with technology safely and responsibly is more important than ever. This highly interactive workshop introduces young participants to the essential...

AI and sustainability: Using comics and pedagogical resources to address AI’s environmental impact in the classroom

Utop’IA is a graphic novel by Genevan author Herji, produced by the Learn Center at EPFL. It explores the environmental challenges linked to artificial intelligence, specifically its physical infrastructure and energy consumption. During this session,...

Opening address by Switzerland

Switzerland, as co-convener of the AI for Good Global Summit, welcomes participants to Geneva.

The future of work: How AI and social impact can positively shape the future worker

The future of work will be shaped by an increasingly digital world. Yet, according to HP’s 2025 Work Relationship Index, only 20% of knowledge workers report having a healthy relationship with work. Notably, among those...

UN Leaders roundtable lunch

The UN Leaders roundtable lunch is an exclusive, invitation-only gathering of senior United Nations officials. This year, aligned with the UN80 theme, the event invites leaders to reflect on a central question: How can the...

Green digital transformations powered by AI

Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a core enabler of climate action, supporting better environmental monitoring, climate modelling, early warning systems, energy optimization, sustainable agriculture, circular economy solutions, and more other applications. At the same time, the...

AI in eduction: What content and training should be offered in primary schools?

AI is omnipresent in our daily lives, and our children are growing up in this environment. Should we introduce the topic of AI in the classroom and at home? If so, how? The Learn Center...

Who speaks for youth in AI? Launching the EMEA youth AI & wellbeing deliberation

AI systems are reshaping how young people learn, communicate, work, and understand themselves. Algorithmic recommendation engines influence mental health outcomes. Generative AI is transforming education and employment at a pace that outstrips young people's ability...

The AI generation: Youth in the AI era

Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant promise, it is actively reshaping economies, healthcare systems, labour markets, and even global stability. As its influence accelerates, a fundamental question comes into focus: who is shaping AI,...

Smart city technologies: Implementing IoT and AI for efficient urban services

This workshop explores the innovative integration of Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in developing smart city solutions. Participants will learn some of the cutting-edge technologies used to enhance urban services such as...

AI in action: A youth debate on real-world challenges

Structured youth debate session, encouraging participants to critically explore ethical questions around the design, use, and regulation of artificial intelligence by debating using real-world scenarios.   Learning objectives: Explain the concept of AI Policy at...

AI foundation model evaluation and standards

AI Foundation models, including large language models (LLMs), multimodal models, and the rapidly emerging class of AI agents built upon them, are reshaping how industries innovate, how public services are delivered, and how societies address...

Women in AI: Leadership, innovation and growth

As artificial intelligence reshapes the landscape of education, industry, and governance, we have a unique opportunity to ensure this evolution is driven by diverse voices. By championing the inclusion of all women and girls in...

Scaling AI for Good

Sustaining independent media in an AI-driven economy

AI is fundamentally reshaping how information is distributed. As more people turn to AI summaries or chatbots to get answers to their questions, websites are experiencing a steady decline in user traffic. Industries that rely...

AI is moving fast. Here’s what actually matters

From Google DeepMind to Alibaba Cloud, and from leading African AI research to global-scale infrastructure, three experts from the UN Scientific Panel on AI cut through the noise on where AI really stands. Grounded in...

Microscopic robots: Building machines smaller than a cell

Nature routinely makes smart, complex, yet microscopically tiny machines. But how can humans do it for ourselves? And how would medicine or manufacturing be different if we succeeded? This talk is about building microscopic robots,...

AI for Good in action

Werner Vogels, Chief Technology Officer of Amazon, joins the AI for Good Global Summit as part of the AI for Good Impact initiative. A long-standing contributor to the Summit, he shares perspectives on building and...

Trustworthy robot teams in the real world

As autonomous robots step out of the laboratory and into our streets, factories, and homes, trustworthy AI is no longer a digital abstraction, it is a physical necessity. This transition requires a fundamental shift from...

AI and sustainability: Using comics and pedagogical resources to address AI’s environmental impact in the classroom

Utop’IA is a graphic novel by Genevan author Herji, produced by the Learn Center at EPFL. It explores the environmental challenges linked to artificial intelligence, specifically its physical infrastructure and energy consumption. During this session,...

Secure and trustworthy AI: Empowering youth to build a resilient digital future

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into everyday life, understanding how to build, use, and interact with technology safely and responsibly is more important than ever. This highly interactive workshop introduces young participants to the essential...

The great AI debate: How far should we go?

Roman Yampolskiy, a leading AI security expert, takes the stage to argue one side of one of the most consequential questions in artificial intelligence: how far, and how fast, should AI advance? Framed as an...

Defining fair: Establishing the rules of engagement in AI

AI poses a societal challenge as we work to define what is fair and transparent for creators, artists, experts, publishers, brands, and individuals. In this keynote, Bill will share new strategies and highlight technology solutions to help...

From intelligence to empathy: Designing AI for humans

As robots move beyond industrial settings into homes and personal environments, technical performance alone is no longer sufficient. A more fundamental question emerges: how can machines understand and respond to human needs in a way...

From hallucination to verification: Why trusted, responsible AI needs grounded knowledge

Most responsible AI frameworks focus on guardrails, filters, and alignment of outputs. But when AI systems deployed to address global challenges hallucinate or produce untraceable claims, the root cause is the knowledge the model was...

AI, creativity, and ownership: The new value equation

From journalism to music, AI is reshaping the creative landscape and redefining how value is created and captured. This panel brings together voices from media, industry, policy, and the arts to explore what this shift...