Riyadh · Saudi Arabia
Amrita at the UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI
From 14–17 September 2026, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham joined global leaders, experts and institutions at the 4th UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Riyadh.
14–17 September 2026
ETHICS
EQUALITY
GENDER
HUMANITY
AI
DR. BHAVANI RAO R.
Bringing the Global South into the AI Ethics Conversation
Representing Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Dr. Bhavani Rao R., Dean and UNESCO Chair on Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment, highlighted Amrita’s pioneering work through the Women for Ethical AI South Asia Chapter.
Launched at Amritapuri in 2025, the South Asia Chapter has grown into one of UNESCO’s vibrant regional chapters, bringing gender equality, inclusion and human-centred perspectives into conversations around responsible AI.
WOMEN FOR ETHICAL AI · SOUTH ASIA
Advancing AI through gender equality and inclusion
The Women for Ethical AI South Asia Chapter brings together perspectives from the Global South to encourage AI governance that is inclusive, equitable, ethical and responsive to diverse communities.
Amrita’s participation reflects its continuing commitment to placing women’s empowerment, equality and human dignity at the centre of emerging technology conversations.
“Ensuring that artificial intelligence develops
in ways that respect human dignity, equality,
inclusion and the diversity of human experience.”
KEY SESSIONS
Conversations shaping responsible AI
01
Turning the Gender Lens for AI Governance into Action
Exploring how gender-responsive approaches can move from principles and policy discussions towards meaningful action in AI governance.
02
Ethical Implications of Physical AI
Examining the ethical dimensions of AI systems that interact with the physical world and the implications for people, communities and society.
A GLOBAL SOUTH PERSPECTIVE
AI that is ethical, inclusive and human-centred
Amrita brought the voice and experience of the Global South to the global conversation on artificial intelligence.
The emphasis remains on ensuring that AI advances are guided by ethical responsibility, social inclusion, gender equality and respect for humanity.
RESPONSIBLE
AI
FOR HUMANITY
ETHICS
INCLUSION
EQUALITY
HUMANITY
RIYADH · UNESCO GLOBAL FORUM
Moments from the Forum
UNESCO Global Forum on the Ethics of AI
Shaping a future where technology serves humanity
Amrita continues to contribute to global conversations on ethical AI, gender equality, inclusion and human-centred technological development.