JCI at the AI for Good Global Summit 2026

From 7–10 July 2026, Junior Chamber International (JCI) participated in the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, Switzerland, the United Nation’s leading platform on Artificial Intelligence, organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in partnership with more than 50 UN agencies and co-convened with the Government of Switzerland.

JCI's participation reflected our commitment to empowering young leaders to embrace innovation, foster international cooperation, and leverage emerging technologies to create positive change in communities around the world.

Representing JCI

The JCI delegation included:

• Ana Boisteanu – JCI Growth and Development Director for Europe

• Wouter van den Bijgaart – Founder & CEO, TwoFeetUp

• Çiğdem Şengül – Founder, Creator of the AIDIVE AI Maturity Framework, AI Transformation Strategist, Enterprise Agility Consultant, and SAFe™ Practice Consultant

Throughout the Summit, the delegation engaged with global leaders from governments, United Nations agencies, academia, industry, startups, and civil society to explore how artificial intelligence can accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Advancing Youth Leadership in AI

The JCI delegation explored practical AI solutions that can enhance leadership, entrepreneurship, education, and community impact while engaging with technology companies, innovators, international organizations, and policymakers throughout the Summit. These exchanges fostered valuable connections and opened new opportunities for collaboration.

The insights gained and relationships established reinforce JCI's commitment to ensuring that artificial intelligence remains central to global conversations where youth perspectives are essential. By bringing these experiences back to the organization, JCI is better positioned to empower young leaders and contribute to shaping responsible, inclusive, and impactful AI initiatives around the world.

AI for Good, AI for Communities

The AI for Good Global Summit is built around three pillars: Solutions & Knowledge, Skills & Capacity, and Standards & Policy; creating a unique space where technology meets sustainable development.

JCI's presence reinforced the organization's belief that young leaders have a vital role in ensuring AI is developed and applied responsibly, ethically, inclusively, and for the benefit of all.

As AI continues to transform societies and economies, JCI remains committed to equipping the next generation of leaders with the knowledge, partnerships, and opportunities needed to create positive change worldwide.