Social Impact of AI:

Research, Diversity, and Inclusion Frameworks 

AI in Emerging Regions Track: Special  Call for Short Paper / Posters Submission

We are excited to announce a Special Call for Submissions into the AI in Emerging Regions, a special track at the Social Impact of AI: Research, Diversity, and Inclusion Frameworks (SIAI-ReDI) Workshop during the AAAI-25 Conference. This track aims to spotlight the innovative contributions of AI researchers, practitioners, and scholars from underrepresented regions or those whose work addresses the distinct challenges and opportunities in emerging regions. The track's primary focus is on tackling local challenges, unlocking new possibilities, and advancing AI adoption in these areas. By providing a dedicated platform to amplify diverse voices, foster meaningful global collaboration, and celebrate the transformative power of AI, this showcase aims to inspire and drive impactful change in emerging regions.

We invite authors to submit a 2-page extended abstract summarizing their AI research, including completed studies, research in progress, or innovative ideas. Submissions should highlight the work’s impact, relevance to the workshop’s themes, and its significance for addressing challenges or opportunities in emerging regions

Date and Time: March 1, 2025, at 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Important Dates:

Paper submission link: https://openreview.net/group?id=AAAI.org/2025/Workshop/SIAI-Redi_SPP 

Full call for papers: https://www.siai.co/aier 

ABOUT SIAI

The Social Impact of AI: Research, Diversity, and Inclusion Frameworks (SIAI-ReDI workshop is part of the broader SIAI global initiative. SIAI is an international platform committed to exploring and addressing the societal effects of AI technologies, with a focus on diversity, ethics, and inclusion. Through a series of workshops, conferences, and collaborative events across multiple regions, SIAI fosters global dialogue and cross-disciplinary partnerships to ensure that AI benefits all communities while minimizing harm.

SIAI-ReDI continues this mission by providing a platform at AAAI-25 to discuss and develop inclusive frameworks for evaluating AI's societal impact across diverse contexts. As AI increasingly shapes healthcare, governance, education, and public safety worldwide, there is a growing need for tools that address issues like bias, fairness, and accountability. This workshop provides a unique platform for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to develop adaptable frameworks that consider diversity, equity, and inclusion while minimizing risks such as bias, exclusion, and privacy violations. Join us for insightful discussions and collaborative sessions to shape global AI practices and foster responsible innovation.

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Call for Papers/Presentations

We invite you to submit your work and participate in this important conversation about the inclusive future of AI globally. We welcome original research papers, case studies, and position papers addressing topics including but not limited to:

Original contributions for this workshop will be included in AIJR,  an open-access publishing service indexed by Google Scholar,  CrossRef,    Scilit, CORE, UK, OUCI, PKP Index, Dimensions,  BASE,  OpenAIRE and Semantic Scholar .

Submission Guidelines

All paper submissions must use the AAAI author kit:  https://aaai.org/authorkit25/

Paper submission link: https://openreview.net/group?id=AAAI.org/2025/Workshop/SIAI-Redi 

Special Track: AI for Emerging Regions Showcase 

The AI from Emerging Regions track aims to highlight the innovative work of researchers from underrepresented regions, showcasing the unique challenges and opportunities in these contexts.

We invite authors to submit a 2-page document summarizing their AI research, its impact, and its relevance to the workshop’s themes. Accepted submissions will have the opportunity to create a 5-minute recorded presentation, which will be featured during the workshop. Additionally, all accepted submissions will be published as part of the workshop proceedings, ensuring that these valuable contributions are shared with the broader AI community.

This track offers a unique platform to amplify diverse voices, foster global collaboration, and celebrate the transformative potential of AI across emerging regions.

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Key Dates

Registration and Participation

SIAI-25 will be a hybrid workshop. We welcome anyone interested in attending this workshop to register for the AAAI-25 conference. For more information about virtual or in-person registration, see https://aaai.org/aaai-conference/registration/

Contact us

For any questions or inquiries: 

folajimiy@wit.edu, othmans1@wit.edu , singhs@unisa.ac.za,  deligiannidisl@wit.edu

SIAI-25 Sponsors

Partnership Opportunities for Sponsors and Collaborators

We invite interested organizations, institutions, and companies to join us by supporting our workshop series. As a sponsor, you'll gain visibility among leading AI experts and contribute to meaningful discussions on the social impact of AI. Please email folajimiy@wit.edu for potential sponsorship and collaboration opportunities.