Kids’ AI Summit Thailand 2026
The Kids' AI Summit Thailand 2026 is a premier initiative co-organized by the Smart City Academy (SCA) Hong Kong and Kigumi Group, making its highly anticipated debut in Thailand for the first time in late October 2026. This edition places a unique emphasis on prioritising youth voices andequipping children with peer-to-peer toolkits for AI ethics. The Summit will also feature specialised digital parenting training and support systems, equipping families with the necessary tools to guide children safely and effectively through the digital age. By bridging the gap between students, educators, parents, and researchers, the event aims to create a holistic ecosystem for future-ready AI literacy.
Organising Partners
Event Host
History of the Summit
The Smart City Academy (SCA) is a pivotal force in Hong Kong’s digital transformation, comprising a network of professionals and technology experts dedicated to advising the government on building a world-class smart city. Beyond infrastructure and policy, the SCA has demonstrated a profound commitment to future-proofing the next generation through its leadership of the Kids’ AI Summit.
Launched as a flagship feature of the annual Learning & Teaching Expo (LTE), the Kids’ AI Summit has evolved over the last two years into a premier platform for youth engagement, supported by Hong Kong Education City and the Education Bureau.
Building on this success, the summit is now expanding regionally, with Thailand set to become the second country after South Korea to host this prestigious event. This flagship initiative provides a professional platform for students to present AI solutions and engage in ethical discourse, ensuring the next generation is equipped to lead in an AI-driven world.
Application Timeline
Rules and Regulations
1. The Kids’ AI Summit is open to all primary and secondary school students across Thailand, aged 6 to 15.
2. The event is free of charge for all participants.
3. This summit is not a competition, so there is no award or judging process.
4. Interested participants must complete the “Registration” form. The eligible participants will be notified by mid-July.
5. Participants will be notified of their acceptance and assigned time slots in the confirmation email.
6. Once the time slot is confirmed, it cannot be changed or exchanged with another participant.
7. Absence from the assigned time slot will not be assigned a new time slot.
8. Only notified participants with an assigned time slot will be allowed on stage. Your time slot cannot be changed.
9. Each participant will have 3 minutes to present on a topic related to AI.
10. Presentations can be delivered in Thai, Cantonese, Putonghua or English.
11. Participants may express their views any aspect of AI according to the following themes: (1) AI & Everyone, (2) AI & Human Autonomy, (3) AI & Ethical Agency, (4) AI & Children’s Wellbeing, (5) AI & Human Creativity, (6) AI & Education (7) AI & Future Careers.
12. There is no preparation area on the show floor.
13. Participants are required to dress appropriately for the event.
14. Parents or guardians are welcome to attend the summit to support their children. They need to pre-register for the event.
16. Parents are advised to be in the audience area to support students on stage.
16. All participants and audience are expected to maintain a respectful behavior throughout the event. Leaving the venue before the presentations of the respective session conclude is not recommended.
17. All participants will receive a digital certificate of participation from Smart City Academy (SCA) following their presentations.
Join Us
A unique opportunity to shape AI & digital ethics across South-East Asia
We are inviting a select group of visionary sponsors, youth organizations, and schools to partner with us in bringing this landmark event to life in October 2026.
We seek collaborators who are passionate about empowering the next generation, providing them with the platform and resources needed to lead in a technology-driven landscape.
Contact us today to find out how you can join us in making this debut a transformative reality for students across the region.
