Ziraat Times Team Report
New Delhi — India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and UN Women India have jointly launched a global Call for Abstracts seeking real-world, scalable Artificial Intelligence solutions that advance gender equality across the Global South.
The initiative—part of the run-up to the India–AI Impact Summit 2026—will culminate in a curated international compendium titled “Top 15 AI Solutions from the Global South.” The publication aims to highlight measurable AI-driven interventions improving the lives of women and girls in sectors such as health, finance, safety, education, and climate resilience.
Call for Global Submissions
The compendium invites innovators, researchers, practitioners, and domain experts to submit 250-word abstracts describing AI solutions that have demonstrated verifiable impact and are scalable beyond pilot stages. Submissions are open until 15 December 2025.
Detailed guidelines and the application form are available on the IndiaAI platform.
Submission link:
https://impact.indiaai.gov.in/events/compendium-on-gender-empowerment-and-ai-solutions-from-global-south
Spotlighting Gender-Transformative AI
According to MeitY and UN Women, the compendium is intended to serve as a global reference point for policymakers and development leaders seeking responsible and gender-responsive AI strategies. By showcasing proven applications from the Global South, the initiative aims to encourage equitable technological development, cross-border collaboration, and inclusive digital transformation.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to expand their submissions into full chapters (750–800 words) for inclusion in the final compendium, which will be unveiled at the India–AI Impact Summit 2026 scheduled for 15–20 February 2026 in New Delhi.
Key Dates
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Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 December 2025
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Compendium Launch: 15–20 February 2026 at the India–AI Impact Summit
