Special AI Swiss & CSEM Event With Microsoft Philanthropies
AI Literacy for All: Empowering Switzerland's Digital Future
What if every Swiss citizen could master AI skills for free? While AI Swiss has released a white paper on a new approach to developing AI literacy in schools, Microsoft has built one of the most comprehensive AI education libraries - 44 video lessons across 6 courses, available in German, French, Italian, and English.
Primo Amrein, Microsoft's AI National Skills Director, will tell us how to access this treasure trove completely free. From AI fundamentals to hands-on Copilot training, plus the AI Skills Navigator platform and AI Fitness micro-degrees, you will have a chance to discover how your school, business, or community can tap into invaluable AI education resources at zero cost.
Why This Event Matters
In an uncertain future, AI literacy is becoming one of the most important cross-cutting skills. Switzerland stands at a crossroads: with a growing digital divide, how do we ensure every citizen can truly benefit from AI? This event will showcase concrete resources and strategies that are already driving positive transformation.
Who Should Come
Everyone! Whether you're a teacher wondering how to prepare students for an AI world, a small business owner curious about free AI tools, a parent concerned about your children's digital future, or simply someone who wants to understand what AI means for Switzerland - this evening is designed for you. No technical background required, just curiosity about how AI can benefit you, your work, and your community.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Large Auditorium, Microcity, Neuchâtel (EPFL Campus)
Languages: English (Microsoft), French (CSEM, AI Swiss)
Program
18:00 - 18:15 Welcome
AI Swiss & CSEM
18:15 - 18:35 AI Swiss approach to AI literacy & education
Charles-Edouard Bardyn, AI Swiss
18:35 - 19:25 Microsoft Philanthropies keynote
Primo Amrein, AI National Skills Director
Stefan Pabst, Innovate Switzerland
AI & Generative AI Introduction
AI Skilling Initiative Overview
Local Skilling Partnerships
AI Skilling Resources
SME AI Guide (Live Walkthrough)
19:25 - 19:30 AI Swiss demo: Rodin, your partner in human-AI co-thinking
Charles-Edouard Bardyn, AI Swiss
19:30 - 19:50 Interactive Q&A session
19:50 - 21:00 Networking apéro
Registration
Free for AI Swiss members
CHF 29.- for non-members
Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover free AI education resources that could transform your organization, school, or community!
Partners
This event is organized in partnership with:
CSEM - Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology
Microsoft Philanthropies
Innovate Switzerland
AI Swiss
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