KINGSTON, Jamaica—The UNESCO Information For All Programme (IFAP) Working Group on Information Accessibility (WGIA) is gearing up to host its sixth annual online conference this Sunday, marking the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI). This year’s event, themed ‘AI Access in Focus,’ is a collaborative effort involving the College of Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Alberta in Canada, the Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica, and UNESCO’s Caribbean and Southern Africa offices. The conference aims to explore the dual potential of artificial intelligence (AI) as both a tool for empowerment and a source of exclusion. Cordel Green, executive director of the Broadcasting Commission of Jamaica and vice-chair of UNESCO IFAP/WGIA, emphasized that the future of AI must be shaped collectively, stating, ‘From young innovators to seasoned policymakers, the AI4IA Conference reminds us that the future of AI cannot be left to chance or a select few. It must be shaped by everyone, for everyone.’ The event will feature over 70 speakers from diverse backgrounds, including teenage innovators from Chile, a musical prodigy from India, and a legal expert from Denmark. Discussions will address critical issues such as biased algorithms, opaque AI systems, and the technology’s potential to enhance education, support persons with disabilities, preserve cultural heritage, and empower communities. The conference will include a fireside chat and live interactive sessions, allowing participants to engage directly with experts. Free and open to all, the event underscores the belief that technology should foster equity, inclusion, and human dignity. Registration is available at https://ai4iaconference.com/.