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Equitable AI Alliance
Putting Disability on the Agenda
An Initiative supported by the Zero Project and The Seneca Trust
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Thought Leaders with significant expertise and lived experience
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The Equitable AI Alliance places experts with direct experience of disability and technology at the heart of influential debates about opportunities and risks related to artificial intelligence.
In line with the Zero Project’s mission of creating a world with zero barriers for persons with disabilities, the Alliance’s objective is to steer decision-making in critical developments that are poised to fundamentally change our society.
Upcoming events
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June 2-4, 2026 | Nairobi, Kenya
Inclusive Africa Conference
the Inclusive Africa Conference convenes technology leaders and innovators from across the continent and beyond. The conference serves as a platform to advance practical, Africa-led solutions.
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June 5, 2026 | Nairobi, Kenya
Zero Project Technology Forum Nairobi 2026
The Zero Project Technology Forum Nairobi 2026 hosted by Assistive Technologies for Disability Trust (AT4D), provides a platform where highly innovative technology-based solutions are connected to potential support partners.
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July 15-17,2026 | Brno
20th International Conference on Digital Inclusion, Assistive Technology, Accessible ICT
ICCHP strengthens dialogue, exchange and cooperation between stakeholders by inviting end users and their organizations, through workshops, seminars, tutorials, exhibitions and more.
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17 February 2026 | Vienna, Austria
ILO GBDN 1st regional conference for Europe
The conference "Unlocking Potential: Disability Inclusion in Business" will bring together representatives from the business community as well as business allies to share, strategize and act on the employment of persons with disabilities in Europe.
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18 - 20 February 2026 | Vienna, Austria
Zero Project Conference 2026
The annual Zero Project Conference has become a unique global meeting place to innovate for disability inclusion. More than 1,000 participants from around 100 countries will attend the conference at the United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV) in Austria.
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5 - 8 April 2026 | Oludeniz, Turkey
4th SCITEED
SCITEED 2026 illuminates the integration and advancement of physical and social sciences within K12 and higher education, bringing together educators, researchers, policymakers, and curriculum developers.
Spotlighted resources
Join the AI discussion on LinkedIn:
‘Disability-Inclusive AI’
A public LinkedIn group to discuss artificial intelligence both as inclusive and dedicated tools for persons with disabilities.
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"Living with AI. What are the daily experiences of persons with disabilities"
Webinar recording
Hosted by David Banes (Equitable AI Alliance), this webinar places lived experience at the center of the discussion on AI. Rather than focusing on abstract ethics or technical details, it explores how AI is actually experienced by persons with disabilities in education, employment, and daily life.
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Equitable AI Dialogues: How to ensure diversity in the world of AI
Webinar recording
Hosted by David Banes (Equitable AI Alliance), Jutta Treviranus (Inclusive Design Research Centre, OCAD University), and Kyle Keane (University of Bristol), this webinar explored visions for inclusive and accessible Artificial Intelligence (AI), based on AI standards, ethics, and design for human diversity.
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"Equitable AI Dialogues: How AI is Shaping Inclusive Workplaces"
Webinar recording
Hosted by David Banes (Equitable AI Alliance) and Nakul Gaur (Unilever), this webinar from the Equitable AI Alliance explored AI's impact on the lives of people with disabilities. Focusing on the workplace, it highlighted examples of good practice where AI is unlocking the potential of employees with disabilities.
Equitable AI Knowledge Hub
Curated resources at the intersection of AI and disability inclusion
The Equitable AI Knowledge Hub offers evidence-based resources, perspectives and insights addressing key messages, challenges, and opportunities drawn from expertise in the field from across the globe.
This hub was created as part of the work of the Equitable AI Alliance, with the objective of bringing together expertise to unlock AI’s potential while addressing risks for persons with disabilities.
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A unique pool of cross-sectoral experts
“The global Zero Project Network of more than 10,000 experts from 180 countries is uniquely positioned to provide expertise at the intersection of disability inclusion, innovation, and artificial intelligence.”
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Join the discussion on equitable AI on LinkedIn!
The “Disability-Inclusive AI" LinkedIn group is a forum to discuss artificial intelligence both as inclusive and dedicated tools for persons with disabilities.
