AI for Good Global Summit: Driving Trusted and Responsible AI
Geneva, Switzerland 07/07/2026 – 10/07/2026
AI for Good Global Summit:
Established in 2017 by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations specialized agency for digital technologies, the AI for Good Global Summit has become the UN’s leading global platform for advancing the responsible, inclusive, and impactful use of artificial intelligence. Its goal is to unlock AI’s potential to serve humanity by connecting tech innovation with real-world needs, supporting the development of critical skills and standards, and fostering global partnerships to scale trusted AI solutions for sustainable development.
Taking place from 7 to 10 July 2026 at Palexpo in Geneva, the 2026 Summit will bring together governments, international organizations, industry leaders, academia, civil society, and the technical community. Together, participants will explore how AI, robotics, and emerging technologies can help address urgent global challenges and accelerate progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
FAO's Role: Transforming Agrifood Systems Through AI
At this year's Summit, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) will position agrifood systems at the center of the global AI agenda. Through a strategic set of sessions and high-level partnerships, FAO will showcase how responsible, inclusive, and open AI can strengthen food security, support climate resilience, and accelerate sustainable digital transformation.
FAO’s participation will highlight practical innovations, ranging from youth-led solutions and open-source technologies to robotics, while reinforcing its core role in connecting global AI governance discussions with concrete, actionable applications for farmers, rural communities, and agrifood systems worldwide.
Agenda: Join FAO at the Summit
Engage with international partners, explore practical AI solutions for agrifood systems, and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable digital future by joining FAO at the following scheduled sessions:
📅 Tuesday, 7 July
- 14:00 – 14:30 CEST | “AI for Food Security: Responsible Innovation for Resilient Agrifood Systems”
- Organizers: Organized by FAO, with participation from WeRobotics and Digital Green.
- 👉 More on this session here
📅 Wednesday, 8 July
- 11:30 – 12:00 CEST | "Scaling AI that works: Evidence, Partnerships and Financing for Sustainable Development, Humanitarian Action and Resilience"
- Organizers: Jointly organized by FAO, the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the World Food Programme (WFP), the International Center for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM), and Agence Française de Développement (AFD).
- 👉 More on this session here
📅 Thursday, 9 July
- 13:00 – 13:30 CEST (Youth Stage) | "Advancing AI solutions in agrifood systems through youth leadership"
- Organizers: Organized by FAO.
- 👉 More on this session here
- 14:00 – 17:15 CEST | "From challenge to change: Open-source generative AI for real world impact"
- Organizers: Organized by IEEE Humanitarian Technologies with ITU, FAO, Digital Public Good Alliance (DPGA), and MERL Tech Initiative (MTI).
- 👉 More on this session here
📅 Friday, 10 July
- 09:00 – 12:15 CEST | "Workshop on AI on the menu: Transforming digital food systems"
- Organizers: Organized by ITU with FAO and partners.
- 👉 More on this session here
- 14:10 – 14:40 CEST | "Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Grand Finale 2026 closing ceremony"
- Organizers: Organized by ITU, with FAO and partners.
- 👉 More on this session here
Join Us: Shape the Future of AI
Are you ready to be part of the global dialogue that will define the intersection of technology and sustainable development? Don't miss this opportunity to engage with world leaders, innovators, and agricultural policy makers.
Event Quick Facts
Date: 7 – 10 July 2026
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Venue: Palexpo Genève
Partners: ITU, FAO, and over 50+ UN Partners
This is your invitation to help us navigate the complex landscape of AI, ensuring that its immense power is directly harnessed to enhance human capability, eradicate food insecurity, and build robust ethical foundations. We look forward to seeing you in Geneva.
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