Teens in Action is a recurring online event that empowers teenagers to take action and positively impact in their communities.
Teens in Action Forum:
Beyond the Bot: Building AI Projects People Actually Need
An online event designed for teenagers passionate about AI:
This session will cover how you can move past the hype of generic chatbots and build AI projects that people actually need. We’ll explore the transition from technology-first thinking to human-centred innovation, helping you identify real-world problems that AI is uniquely qualified to solve. You will learn how to align AI capabilities with genuine user workflows and deliver tangible value, giving you a distinct competitive advantage in a crowded tech landscape.
💥 What you'll learn:
✅Discover how to look past generic chatbot hype and figure out what kinds of AI tools people actually want and need.
✅ Explore the secrets of human-centred design and learn how to turn cool AI capabilities into real-world problem solvers.
✅Discuss the future of tech innovation and how building useful, frictionless tools will give you a massive edge in a crowded AI world.
Meet our Expert:
Calypso Rose - Co-Founder of OffScript
Calypso Rose is an entrepreneur and founder who has built creative businesses, including Clippykit, The Indytute and OffScript. She is passionate about helping young people understand the future of work, entrepreneurship and nonlinear careers. Outside work, she loves cold-water swimming, meeting new people, storytelling and finding everyday wonder.
linkedin.com/in/calypsorose
📢 Have your say: Save the date and join us on Thursday, 23 July 2026.
🎯Agenda:
- 16:00 - 16:05 - Introduction
- 16:05 - 16:45 - Speaker Workshop
- 16:45- 16:55 - Q+A and Group Discussion
- 16:55 - 17:00 - Closing Remarks
*Note - times are in GMT Time
🗓️ Teens in Action is your platform to discuss and learn about AI's impact on our planet. Each month, we'll bring you a renowned speaker giving fresh perspectives on climate change, sustainability, AI, ethics, and social issues.
🌿 Our simple mission is to spark active discussions and empower you to become change-makers in your communities. With AI's lightning-fast evolution and its far-reaching effects on our world, it's crucial to have a platform where young minds like yours can thrive.
💡About Teens in AI
Teens in AI is a multi-award-winning global initiative launched in 2018 at the United Nations AI for Good Global Summit. Active in more than 100 countries, it equips young people aged 13 to 18 with the skills, confidence, and understanding needed to design responsible AI solutions that address societal challenges. The organisation delivers hands-on learning through global hackathons, live programmes, and its AI Adventures online, self-paced MOOC courses, enabling young people to explore AI concepts, collaborate with peers and industry experts, and develop projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Teens in AI also provides training for teachers on the safe and ethical use of AI systems, supporting schools to integrate AI literacy across the curriculum. Committed to a more diverse and equitable tech ecosystem, Teens in AI prepares the next generation for an AI-driven future.
Website: https://www.teensinai.com/
