The UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 will take place on 25-26 November in Macau SAR, China.
Under the theme “AI × Education: AI for Learning, Learning for AI”, this two‑day convening integrates AI Conference 2026, AI for SDGs - Global Youth AI Future Innovation Competition and AI × Education Workshops.
Bringing together global policymakers, education leaders, researchers, and youth innovators, the event will spotlight two connected dimensions:
- AI in Education, which dissects how intelligent systems can revolutionize teaching methodologies, learning paradigms, assessment rubrics, and institutional governance
- Education of AI, which addresses how societies can comprehensively equip learners, educators, and institutions to understand, navigate, and shape AI technologies responsibly.
By bridging innovation with equitable growth, the conference positions Macau as a premier global nexus for AI‑driven education, digital transformation, and youth empowerment, with a special focus on insights and contributions from the Global South.
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Why Join Us?
- Championing the UN Ethos
Translating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Global Digital Compact into action, the conference advances the UN pledge to "leave no one behind" by tackling the digital divide and promoting equitable, ethical access to emerging technologies. - Global Dialogue Nexus
Hosted in Macau SAR, the event bridges North–South and East–West perspectives, creating an inclusive platform for global digital transformation discourse. - Multilateral & Interdisciplinary Synergy
By convening academics, policymakers, civil society, tech leaders, and youth innovators, the conference fosters innovation at the intersection of disciplines. - High-Impact Program
Visionary keynotes, including the UNU Rector AI Lecture Series, and deep‑dive panels deliver both intellectual exchange and actionable strategies to address critical digital and educational challenges.
Expected Outcomes
The UNU Macau AI Conference 2026 will:
- Publish proceedings in the UNU–Springer Book Series on Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development.
- Highlight Global South perspectives, ensuring their insights shape global AI and education discourse.
- Spotlight youth innovation, showcasing next‑generation AI solutions from Macau and beyond.
- Position Macau as a hub for international dialogue on AI‑driven education and digital transformation.
- Inform future programming with key messages and reflections to guide partnerships and capacity‑building.
For further inquiries, please contact: AIConference@unu.edu