UN Women invites young leaders to apply for the UN Women AI School, an innovative online learning program dedicated to empowering gender equality advocates through the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
About the Program:
As AI rapidly reshapes our world, it is crucial that women and feminist leaders take an active role in its development and application.
📌 Deadline: 10 April 2025
The UN Women AI School aims to bridge the innovation gap by equipping participants with the knowledge and skills needed to leverage AI for social change, advocacy, and organizational transformation.
Why Focus on AI for Gender Equality?
AI presents unprecedented opportunities to propel gender equality forward. However, to unlock this potential, feminist voices must lead the way—focusing on combating online gender-based violence, ensuring bias-free AI tools, and advocating for inclusive AI practices.
This program is designed for changemakers ready to integrate AI solutions into their advocacy efforts.
What You Will Learn:
The AI School will cover essential topics through a dynamic online curriculum, including:
- AI and Machine Learning Fundamentals: Gain insights into AI’s implications within the development sector.
- Ethical and Responsible AI: Understand strategies to mitigate bias and foster fairness in AI technologies.
- AI for Advocacy & Campaigns: Enhance your advocacy efforts through AI-driven campaigns, storytelling, and digital mobilization.
- AI-Powered Productivity: Discover AI tools to improve operational efficiency and workflow management.
- Custom GPT Design: Learn to create AI solutions specifically tailored for gender equality initiatives.
Participants will engage in interactive sessions, hands-on exercises, and practical applications, culminating in a final project to ensure real-world impact.
Who Can Apply?
We welcome applications from young professionals aged 18-35 with demonstrated experience in gender equality activism, innovation, or advocacy.
We particularly encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, including those with disabilities and from rural areas. Eligible candidates include:
- Feminist leaders and human rights defenders
- Climate justice activists
- Award-winning inventors, scientists, and entrepreneurs
- Academics and media professionals promoting gender-inclusive AI discussions
- AI and tech professionals
- Gender equality specialists in governmental, international development, or UN agencies
To be eligible, applicants must be nationals of countries within the UN Women Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, which includes Afghanistan, Australia, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Cook Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kiribati, Lao PDR, Maldives, Myanmar, Mongolia, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Niue, Pakistan, Palau, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Republic of Korea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, and Viet Nam.
Program Details:
- Duration: June – August 2025
- Time Commitment: At least 2 hours per week, supplemented by pre-readings, assignments, and final project work.
- Language: The program will be conducted in English.
How to Apply:
- Application Deadline: 10 April 2025
- Apply Here: Candidate Application Form
Please note that nomination does not guarantee selection. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.
Join the Movement for AI and Gender Equality: In today’s digital landscape, feminist leadership in AI is essential.
The UN Women AI School is not just a program but a vibrant community dedicated to ensuring that AI benefits everyone, leaving no one behind. If you are a visionary changemaker ready to shape the future of AI for gender equality, we encourage you to apply and take part in this transformative initiative.
🔗 Join the movement. Shape the future. Apply today!
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