Alliance Française Delhi hosts RISE 2024 on global citizenship, AI in education

A unique two-day festival, RISE 2024, will bring together experts, educators, and students to explore Artificial Intelligence, inclusivity, and global citizenship in education.

Alliance Française de Delhi, in collaboration with One Teacher One Scientist, is set to host the second edition of RISE (Re-Imagining School Education), an annual Thought Exchange Festival that aligns school education with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Curated by the distinguished author and educationist Vaishali Gupta, the event will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and Global Citizenship, fostering dialogue, innovation, and creativity. The festival will take place on November 8 and 9, 2024, at Alliance Française de Delhi, Lodhi Estate.

The event will begin at 12:15 pm on November 8, 2024 with an inaugural ceremony featuring esteemed dignitaries such as UN Resident Coordinator in India Shombi Sharp, French Ambassador to India Dr. Thierry Mathou, and Meenakshi Lekhi, Former Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture of India.

PROMINENT SPEAKERS AND PARTNERS

RISE 2024 will feature influential speakers, including cybersecurity expert Rakshit Tandon, with participation from partners like Airbus, ‰cole Intuit Lab, Amway, INTACH, IIT Delhi’s Innovation Cell, and Microsoft.

The agenda includes panel discussions and talks on AI’s role in education and topics like career ethics, digital inclusion, and student safety. Key sessions include:

• Careers, Ethics, and Plagiarism in an AI World” by Vanita Vasudeva, Program Consultant at FITT-IIT Delhi
• Bridging the Digital Divide in Education”, a panel moderated by Vaishali Gupta
• Importance of Nutrition for Health” by Amway
• Inclusivity and Child Safety in Schools”, moderated by Dr. Mala Bhandari
• Cyber Safety and Security on Social Media” by Rakshit Tandon

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND WORKSHOPS

• A diverse range of interactive activities and workshops has been curated for students, teachers, and young adults:
• For children: Activities include photography walks, storytelling, robotics, AR/VR exhibits, coding, and 3D printing workshops aimed at fostering critical thinking.
• For teachers: Practical sessions cover AI in global education, 21st-century pedagogy, and implementation strategies for the classroom.
• For young adults: Sessions address global citizenship through topics like nutrition, wellness, safety, gender equality, and inclusivity.

Additional highlights include themed workshops like “Technology in Preserving Indian Heritage” by INTACH, a drone experience by Airbus, robotics workshops by Microsoft, and a Model United Nations (MUN) in French conducted by Alliance Française students. There will also be competitions for children, including a treasure hunt based on SDGs, poster-making, and NGO’s Got Talent.

MUSIC AND SPECIAL EVENTS

A series of musical performances will enrich the festival, including a piano concert by French pianist Kim Barbier on November 7, a concert by Alliance Française students on November 8, and a performance by the Kimya Ensemble on November 9,2024.

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Spaces are limited, and participants—including students, teachers, and parents—are encouraged to register early on a first-come, first-serve basis. Certificates will be awarded to all participants, along with prizes for various competitions.

To secure a spot, interested participants can register at this link.