Special AI Swiss 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
> Registration on A-I.swiss

Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover free AI education resources that could transform your organization, school, or community!