Technology has created an interdependency with society, where each factor greatly affects the other, starting with human societies and resulting in the development of different technologies to meet the needs of the society.

The conference is a confluence of all stakeholders in the technology for social space. Bringing together Social scientists, NGOs, technologists, research groups, innovators, policy makers, impact funders and CSR organizations. To deliberate on how emerging technologies can impact and enable rural education and healthcare. Through inspiring talks from social tech leaders, and deliberations by changemakers on avenues for change. Celebrating some successes, and showcasing interesting Innovations from various social and tech organizations, including startups.

The first edition of the conference will be held along with the formal inauguration of the Prof Raj Reddy Center. We would love to have you join us the event on 23rd February at IIIT Hyderabad. Looking forward to your confirmation

February 23rd, 2022, 2:00pm | KRB auditorium, IIIT Hyderabad

Program

A convergence of experiences, insights and knowledge, through a day long talks, deliberations and conversations.

Opening keynotes
Talk by a very senior social leader

Plenary panel on AI & Society
Discussion on how AI is helping the grassroot social sector. Panel of Technology
Leader, Tech aware NGO leader and a Research leader.

Plenary panel on Challenges at the Bottom of the Pyramid
Leaders from the social sector and technology enablers deliberating on how healthcare
can be made available at the doorsteps.

Lightning pitches by startups
Showcasing interesting innovations impacting the social sector

A closed door Roundtable on ‘CSR Funding for Social Change’ jointly with Hysea CSR Forum
Meeting to connect various impact funding agencies, policy thinktanks, large NGOs and
social research organizations on emerging models to fund larger impact

Formal Inauguration of the Center
Inaugural address by Prof Raj Reddy
Closing Plenary: Fireside chat with very senior leaders from industry and philanthropic
circles

Through the annual conference, we would like to promote greater understanding and utilization of latest emerging technologies like, AI, ML and related topics. This will help in fostering widespread adoption and innovation globally, with emphasis on the bottom of the pyramid.

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