Silicon Valley Peace Conference on AI's Role in Community Development and Peacebuilding in Developing Nations
18th to 19th September 2026
Palo Alto, California, United States of America
Explore the future of AI for peace and development at SVPC 2026, where experts collaborate on solutions to global challenges in education, public health, sustainability, and social cohesion through interdisciplinary exchange.
The Silicon Valley Peace Conference, organized under the theme "AI's Role in Community Development and Peacebuilding in Developing Nations," will take place on September 18-19, 2026, in Palo Alto, California. Bringing together scholars, technologists, policymakers, peacebuilders, and practitioners, the conference aims to explore AI's potential contributions to development and peace in diverse contexts. Hosted by a group of academic and civic institutions, the event will serve as a platform for sharing research findings, practical evidence and insights, as well as a platform for exchanging ideas, and forming new collaborations on the implications of AI for humanity's benefit and empowerment.
AI is reshaping nearly every sector fundamental to community life. Advanced AI tools are expanding the possibilities of classroom learning, broadening access to healthcare, strengthening agricultural systems, and supporting climate adaptation. They are also increasing efficiency across knowledge and manufacturing industries, enabling communities to address longstanding challenges with greater precision and impact. AI further creates new avenues for preserving cultural heritage, fostering entrepreneurship, overcoming barriers to essential services, and building economic resilience. At the same time, these advancements introduce complex challenges, including risks related to misinformation, unequal access, AI safety concerns, and the rapid pace of technological change. Taken together, these shifts demonstrate both the promise and the complexity of integrating AI into pathways for community advancement and equitable progress.
The conference organizers welcome participants to take part in this academic gathering, which will take place in Silicon Valley, California, at the heart of global AI innovation. The conference also offers an optional two-day tour of the San Francisco Bay Area for attendees who wish to explore the region's rich technological and cultural landscape. Through research presentations, shared best practices, and interactive sessions, participants will be able to engage with emerging findings, learn from research insights, exchange practical perspectives, and build valuable networks that deepen understanding of AI's societal impact across diverse contexts. Together, these engagements aim to strengthen collective efforts toward peaceful, equitable, and inclusive AI-enabled futures.
Sub-theme Highlights
- AI for Peacebuilding and Global Security
- AI, Social Justice, and Inclusive Societies
- AI and Community Empowerment
- AI for Sustainable Development and Environment
- AI in Education, Public Health, and Research
- AI, Ethics, Theology, and Spirituality
Important Dates
- Abstract submission deadline: April 30, 2026
- Notification of abstract status: Within two weeks
- Full paper submission deadline: June 30, 2026
- Notification of full paper status: Within three weeks
- Conference dates: September 18 and 19, 2026
- San Francisco Bay Area tours: September 17 and 20, 2026
Conference Website
The conference website offers comprehensive details, including expanded sub-themes, submission procedures, publication guidelines, conference program flow, and other key materials for authors and participants: www.svpconference.org
Enquiries: info@svpconference.org
Web address: https://svpconference.org/
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