Applications are now open for the Young Feminist AI School, a free online learning programme by UN Women designed to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to use artificial intelligence (AI) for advocacy, policy influence, civic participation, and social change.
The fully online programme is open to young people aged 18 to 30, with a strong focus on supporting young women and girls to engage with emerging technologies and shape the future of digital innovation.
Applications close on 28 July 2026.
UN Women Launches AI Training Programme for Young Changemakers
The Young Feminist AI School aims to support a new generation of digital advocates by helping participants understand how artificial intelligence can be used responsibly to advance equality, inclusion, and civic engagement.
As AI continues to transform communication, policymaking, elections, and public participation, the programme seeks to ensure that young people—especially young women and girls—have the tools needed to influence conversations and create meaningful change.
The initiative combines feminist principles with technology education, focusing on how AI can support advocacy while addressing challenges such as misinformation, bias, privacy concerns, and unequal access to technology.
12-Week Online Programme Begins in August 2026
The Young Feminist AI School will run for 12 weeks from August to October 2026.
During the programme, participants will explore practical ways to apply AI in areas including:
- Advocacy campaigns.
- Policy influence.
- Elections and democratic participation.
- Information integrity.
- Civic technology.
- Digital activism.
The programme is designed to be accessible to participants from different backgrounds and does not require previous programming or technical experience.
No Coding Experience Required
One of the key features of the Young Feminist AI School is its accessibility.
Participants do not need a coding background or advanced technology skills to apply.
The programme is designed for young people interested in using technology as a tool for social impact, regardless of their previous experience with artificial intelligence.
Participants will learn how to:
- Understand AI concepts.
- Explore practical applications of AI.
- Identify opportunities and risks associated with AI technologies.
- Use AI tools for advocacy and civic engagement.
- Develop responsible technology solutions.
Participants Create Real-World AI Projects
A major component of the programme requires each participant to develop a practical project using the knowledge gained during the course.
Participants will create one of the following:
- An advocacy campaign.
- A policy influence tool.
- A civic technology prototype.
- A community participation action plan.
These projects allow participants to apply their learning to real challenges affecting their communities.
The project-based approach ensures that participants leave the programme with practical experience and a concrete initiative they can continue developing beyond the training period.
Focus on AI, Feminism and Responsible Innovation
The Young Feminist AI School recognizes that artificial intelligence can create opportunities while also presenting important social and ethical challenges.
The programme explores responsible approaches to AI, including:
- Addressing algorithmic bias.
- Promoting inclusive technology development.
- Protecting information integrity.
- Understanding digital rights.
- Encouraging ethical AI use.
By combining feminist perspectives with AI education, the programme aims to ensure that technology development reflects diverse voices and supports more equitable outcomes.
Supporting Young Women and Girls in Technology
Women and girls remain underrepresented in many areas of technology and digital innovation.
The Young Feminist AI School seeks to address this gap by creating opportunities for young women to build confidence, develop digital skills, and participate in conversations about the future of technology.
Through training, collaboration, and project development, participants will become part of a network of young leaders using innovation to advance social change.
Flexible Learning Designed for Global Participation
The programme has been designed to accommodate participants from different regions and circumstances.
Key accessibility features include:
- Fully online learning.
- Approximately four hours of study per week.
- Captioning support.
- Recorded sessions.
- Low-bandwidth learning options.
These features allow participants with different levels of internet access and schedules to participate effectively.
Who Should Apply?
The programme is suitable for young people aged 18 to 30 who are interested in:
- Feminist advocacy.
- Digital activism.
- Artificial intelligence.
- Civic participation.
- Human rights.
- Social innovation.
- Policy engagement.
- Technology for development.
Applicants do not need technical qualifications but should have an interest in exploring how AI can support positive social change.
Programme Benefits
Successful participants will have the opportunity to:
- Learn practical AI skills.
- Understand ethical technology use.
- Develop a real-world project.
- Connect with other young changemakers.
- Strengthen digital advocacy skills.
- Explore new approaches to civic engagement.
- Join conversations about inclusive technology.
The programme provides participants with knowledge and experience that can support future work in advocacy, policy, technology, and community development.
Application Deadline and Programme Details
Key information about the Young Feminist AI School includes:
- Programme name: Young Feminist AI School
- Organizer: UN Women
- Format: Fully online
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Programme period: August–October 2026
- Eligibility: Young people aged 18–30
- Focus: AI for advocacy, policy influence, elections, civic technology, and information integrity
- Coding experience: Not required
- Study commitment: Approximately four hours per week
- Application deadline: 28 July 2026
Building a Future Where Technology Supports Equality
The Young Feminist AI School represents an opportunity for young people to gain the skills needed to participate in shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
By combining technology education with feminist leadership and civic engagement, the programme aims to support young innovators who can use AI responsibly to create more inclusive communities.
Young people interested in advocacy, digital transformation, and social impact are encouraged to apply and become part of a global movement using technology to advance equality and positive change.
