The fourth RISE UP Online Networking Event will take place online on May 22nd, 2025.

As AI is a hotly debated topic, especially in regards to its potential for minoritised languages, RISE UP aims to shine a light on recent scientific findings and perspectives. The goal of the event is to open up the conversation for both researchers and community stakeholders, in order to clarify the benefits and limits of this new technology, and to find a good and realistic path forward. During the three hours of the event, various approaches to AI in the context of minoritised languages will be presented, both from a community and a research perspective. The second half of the event will be structured as a moderated panel discussion, where different actors will share their insights, and anyone is welcome to bring up their questions and ideas.

By hosting these networking events, we aim to provide participants with the opportunity to gain knowledge in the field of minoritised language research and activism, and also for various minoritised language groups to strengthen their communities, get to know one other and learn from each other's challenges and solutions.

Join us for an afternoon filled with inspiring presentations, insightful discussions and opportunities to get in touch with language enthusiasts!

Agenda (preliminary):

14.00 – 14.10 Welcome and Introduction

14.10 – 14.40 Presentations & Q&A – Research Perspectives

14.40 - 14.50 Break

14:50 – 15:20 Presentations & Q&A – Community Perspectives

15:20-15:30 Break

15.30 - 16.55 Open Panel Discussion with presenters + other experts and stakeholders

16:55 - 17:00 Final remarks & closing