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AI for Good presents: The Robotics for Good Youth Training Program

AI for Good16 June 2026Watch on YouTube

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What you'll learn

  • The Robotics for Good Youth Training Program trains young people in five African countries, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, in AI and robotics skills.
  • The program is supported by Google, will.i.am's I Am Angel Foundation and Giga, and works through the ITU AI Skills Coalition.
  • Schools receive teacher training and support to establish school-based innovation projects that build local capacity.
  • The goal is to equip young people with the skills, creativity and confidence to shape the future using AI and robotics.
  • AI for Good partners with over 50 UN partners to identify innovative AI applications that solve global challenges.

Frequently asked questions

In which countries does AI for Good run the Robotics for Good Youth Training Program?
The program is implemented in five African countries, Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa, with support from Google, will.i.am's I Am Angel Foundation and Giga.
What is the goal of the Youth Training Program?
The program focuses on capacity building and innovation in schools by providing young people with hands-on experience in AI and robotics, supported by teacher training and school-based innovation projects.
Who are the partners of AI for Good in this initiative?
Google, will.i.am's I Am Angel Foundation, Giga and the ITU AI Skills Coalition are key partners, with AI for Good also collaborating with over 50 UN partners.
What is the role of teacher training in the program?
Teacher training is essential to ensure schools can continuously teach AI and robotics skills and support school-based innovation projects.

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Building the next generation of #AI innovators with the AI and #Robotics Youth Training Program at #AIforGood! With support from Google, will.i.am’s I Am Angel Foundation and Giga to transform schools in five pilot countries; Nigeria, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa. Young people are gaining hands-on experience in the ITU AI Skills Coalition, with teacher training and school-based innovation. Empowering the next generation with the skills, creativity, and confidence to shape the future. 👉 Find out more this July in Geneva: https://loom.ly/Lm3vM7s AI for Good is identifying innovative AI applications, building skills and standards, and advancing partnerships to solve global challenges. AI for Good is organized by ITU in partnership with over 50 UN partners and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland. Join the Neural Network! 👉https://aiforgood.itu.int/neural-network/ The AI for Good networking community platform powered by AI. Designed to help users build connections with innovators and experts, link innovative ideas with social impact opportunities, and bring the community together to solve global challenges using AI. 🔴 Watch the latest #AIforGood videos! https://www.youtube.com/c/AIforGood/videos 📩 Stay updated and join our weekly AI for Good newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gI2kJ5 🗞Check out the latest AI for Good news: https://aiforgood.itu.int/newsroom/ 📱Explore the AI for Good blog: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ai-for-good-blog/ 🌎 Connect on our social media: Website: https://aiforgood.itu.int/ X: https://twitter.com/AIforGood LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/26511907 LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8567748 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aiforgood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AIforGood Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed are those of the panelists and do not reflect the official policy of the ITU.