Day 1: Foundational Considerations and Knowledge on AI for Social Protection
| 08:00 – 09:00 | Registration and Welcome Coffee |
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Session 1 – Opening Remarks and Keynotes: AI for Good - Leveraging Innovation for the Future of Social Protection This welcome session will explore the significant advancements in AI to date, particularly in areas relevant to social protection. Two keynote speakers will discuss how AI technologies have unlocked new possibilities for more efficient, inclusive, and adaptive systems. The session will also delve into strategies for integrating AI, highlighting opportunities to innovate and improve social protection delivery. |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Session 2 – Panel: Digital Transformation and Different Ways of AI Impact in Social Protection This panel will examine how AI is transforming social protection, focusing on key domains such as predictive analytics, automation, and personalized services. Speakers will explore the areas where AI-driven innovations are improving social protection systems and having the most significant impact. |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Coffee Break and Networking |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Session 3 – Keynote with Commentators: Enablers and Challenges for Implementing and Using AI This session will examine the enablers and challenges in implementing AI within social protection systems, exploring technical factors such as data quality, digital infrastructure, and data governance. Keynote and commentators will also discuss the importance of non-technical aspects such as institutional and human capacity, budget considerations, and legal frameworks for ensuring successful AI integration. |
| 12:30 – 13:45 | Lunch Break |
| 13:45 – 14:45 | Session 4 – Panel: Risks, Ethical Considerations and Policy Implications This panel will address the risks and ethical considerations associated with the use of AI in social protection, such as bias, fairness, explainability, and data protection. Panelists will also explore policy implications, including enhancing digital literacy and improving access to digital services, while also discussing strategies to manage the risks and considerations. |
| 14:45 – 15:15 | Session 5 – Initial Reflections from the Audience This session provides a dedicated platform for audience members to share their initial reactions and insights. It encourages active participation and the exchange of diverse perspectives on the day's discussions. |
| 15:15 – 15:45 | Coffee Break and Networking |
| 15:45 – 17:30 | Session 6 – Marketplace: Deep Dives into AI Technologies This marketplace will spotlight relevant actors driving the adoption of AI in social protection, showcasing the innovative solutions they offer. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in deep dives with small groups into specific tools and platforms that are already shaping the future of social protection systems. |
| 17:45 – 21:00 | Dinner Cruise and Networking |