Submit your abstract for the AI Impact Summit 2026 and showcase gender-responsive AI solutions from the Global South. Learn how to apply, key dates, eligibility, and submission requirements.<\/p>\n
The AI Impact Summit 2026<\/strong>\u2014led by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, in collaboration with UN Women India\u2014has officially opened submissions for a global compendium highlighting gender-responsive AI innovations<\/strong> developed or deployed in the Global South.<\/p>\n This initiative aligns with the broader mission of the India AI ecosystem<\/strong> to foster inclusive, ethical and impactful artificial intelligence. Selected case studies will be featured in a high-visibility compendium and showcased at the AI Impact Summit 2026<\/strong>, bringing global attention to scalable AI solutions advancing gender equality.<\/p>\n To learn more about the Summit and its initiatives, visit the official India AI Mission: The AI Impact Summit 2026<\/strong> serves as a global platform connecting policymakers, innovators, researchers and organisations working across the AI landscape. Through its flagship events, including the AI for ALL Global Impact Challenge, AI by HER, YUVAI Global Youth Challenge, the Research Symposium and the AI Expo, the Summit positions India as a leading convener of ethical and responsible AI.<\/p>\n This call for submissions focuses specifically on AI solutions that demonstrate measurable gender impact<\/strong>, ethical development and replication potential across countries in the Global South.<\/p>\n Submissions are open to:<\/p>\n Researchers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Innovators<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Practitioners<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Organisations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Experts developing or deploying gender-responsive AI solutions<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Eligible solutions must demonstrate real-world application, measurable gender outcomes and deployment in one or more countries across the Global South.<\/p>\n Authors selected for the AI Impact Summit 2026 compendium will benefit from:<\/p>\n Authorship of a chapter<\/strong> in the AI and Gender Empowerment Casebook, jointly published by MeitY and UN Women, offering a prestigious platform to share evidence-based insights and document real-world impact.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Showcasing opportunities at the AI Impact Summit 2026<\/strong> before global policymakers, innovators and leaders, enabling contributors to highlight their work and engage with key decision-makers shaping the future of responsible AI.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Inclusion in an international publication<\/strong> distributed across UN networks, IndiaAI platforms and global innovation communities, significantly expanding the reach and influence of each selected solution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n High visibility and global exposure<\/strong> for their gender-responsive AI initiatives, reinforcing credibility, encouraging partnerships and opening pathways for future collaborations and scaling.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Last date for abstract submission:<\/strong> 15 December 2025<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Shortlisting of contributors:<\/strong> 25 December 2025<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Drafting of full chapters:<\/strong> 25 January 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Compendium launch:<\/strong> 20 February 2026 at the AI Impact Summit 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Submissions must follow the official guidelines available here: Applicants must consult the official Submission Guidelines<\/strong>, which outline templates, formatting requirements and word limits. For any clarification, contributors can contact:<\/p>\n fellow3.gpai-india@meity.gov.in<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n info@unwomen.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Use the subject line: \u201cGender & AI Compendium \u2013 Query \u2013 [Author Name]\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n Applications and event updates are available through the official AI Impact Summit page:
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