Session
Organizer 1: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 2: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 2: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 1: Ben Wallis, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 2: Lucia Velasco, Intergovernmental Organization, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Yoichi Iida, Government, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 4: Maria Paz Canales, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 5: Kojo Boakye, Private Sector, African Group
Speaker 6: Stelly Rachael, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 2: Lucia Velasco, Intergovernmental Organization, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 3: Yoichi Iida, Government, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 4: Maria Paz Canales, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 5: Kojo Boakye, Private Sector, African Group
Speaker 6: Stelly Rachael, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Format
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: A roundtable discussion allows for open communication among the participants and facilitates an interactive dialogue between the moderators and speakers. It will be optimal for establishing an atmosphere that ensures both participants and panelists can engage in fruitful discussion, and that they can do so on equal footing through a seating arrangement conducive to multi-person dialogue. To allow time for in-depth discussion and also accommodate a constructive Q&A section to address the questions, feedback and thoughts of the audience, sixty minutes is an appropriate duration for our roundtable.
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: A roundtable discussion allows for open communication among the participants and facilitates an interactive dialogue between the moderators and speakers. It will be optimal for establishing an atmosphere that ensures both participants and panelists can engage in fruitful discussion, and that they can do so on equal footing through a seating arrangement conducive to multi-person dialogue. To allow time for in-depth discussion and also accommodate a constructive Q&A section to address the questions, feedback and thoughts of the audience, sixty minutes is an appropriate duration for our roundtable.
Policy Question(s)
• What policies and governance structures can promote comprehensiveness in AI development and deployment?
• How can global stakeholders work together to address AI biases and ensure AI-driven decision-making is transparent and accountable?
• What role do governments, the private sector, and civil society play in enabling equitable AI?
What will participants gain from attending this session? Participants attending this session will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in fostering dynamic AI development and governance. They will leave with actionable insights on how to bridge the AI divide through collaborative policymaking, investment in digital infrastructure, and skilling, and innovation-friendly regulations. By engaging with experts from government, industry, and civil society, attendees will explore real-world case studies and best practices for ensuring AI benefits are equitably distributed across all regions and communities. The session will also provide a platform for networking and knowledge-sharing, empowering participants to contribute to shaping comprehensive AI policies and initiatives within their own organizations and countries.
Description:
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and societies, its benefits remain unevenly distributed. Many developing countries and underserved communities face significant barriers, including limited access to infrastructure, data, skills, and supportive policy frameworks. This growing disparity risks deepening existing inequalities and triggering the application of measures that may hinder innovation. This session will explore how AI for All can be fostered through responsible governance, investment in digital infrastructure, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Panelists will discuss practical strategies to ensure equitable access to AI technologies while upholding human rights, data protection, and security safeguards. Through a dynamic panel discussion and interactive Q&A, participants will gain insights into policy recommendations, industry best practices, and collaborative approaches to bridging the AI divide. The session will highlight real-world examples of how businesses, policymakers, and researchers are working together to build a future where AI benefits all.
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape industries and societies, its benefits remain unevenly distributed. Many developing countries and underserved communities face significant barriers, including limited access to infrastructure, data, skills, and supportive policy frameworks. This growing disparity risks deepening existing inequalities and triggering the application of measures that may hinder innovation. This session will explore how AI for All can be fostered through responsible governance, investment in digital infrastructure, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Panelists will discuss practical strategies to ensure equitable access to AI technologies while upholding human rights, data protection, and security safeguards. Through a dynamic panel discussion and interactive Q&A, participants will gain insights into policy recommendations, industry best practices, and collaborative approaches to bridging the AI divide. The session will highlight real-world examples of how businesses, policymakers, and researchers are working together to build a future where AI benefits all.
Expected Outcomes
• Policy recommendations for fostering AI for All governance.
• Increased stakeholder awareness on equitable AI frameworks.
• Strengthened collaboration between governments, tech companies, civil society, academia, and the technical community.
Hybrid Format: Both the on-site moderator and the remote moderator will undergo training to ensure they both understand how to use the Zoom (or other) software to engage with remote participants and communicate with each other. The on-site moderator will pause following each question or engagement among speakers to ask for questions/comments from both in-person and remote participants. The remote moderator will manage interventions by the remote speakers, alerting the on-site moderator of the need to recognize a remote speaker who has asked to be recognized via the “raised hand” function. The remote moderator will watch carefully for “raised hand” questions posed in the chat or Q&A function and alert the on-site moderator or speaker, if addressed to a specific speaker.