AI for Education

AI

for Education

Almaty, Kazakhstan

REGISTER

22-23 April, 2026

A New Chapter in the History of AI

5000+

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countries worldwide

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world-renowned experts

1000+

educational organizations

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exhibitions

ABOUT THE SUMMIT

Summit Venue: Palace of the Republic

WIC 2025

The summit brings together leaders, experts, and innovators from around the world to advance innovative, safe, and ethical digital education. We promote cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and international cooperation by creating a space for knowledge sharing and shaping the future of artificial intelligence.

WHY SHOULD JOIN US

Become part of an international dialogue hub on AI in education

Join a global professional community shaping the future of artificial intelligence in educational environments.

Gain access to practical tools and expert guidance

Learn how to implement AI solutions effectively and responsibly, from strategy to real-world application.

Explore real-world case studies and technological solutions from leading companies

Discover best practices, proven technologies, and insights directly from industry leaders.

Expand international partnerships and professional networks

Strengthen collaboration, connect with new partners, and unlock opportunities for joint projects in the field of AI.

Speakers

Lord Jim Knight

Former Cabinet Minister in the UK Labour Government, Member of the Privy Council, and Member of the House of Lords

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Tommy Wilson

Business Development and Go-to-Market (GTM) Specialist, Technical Enthusiast, Visual Strategist at Canva

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Chris Blayney

Google Channels Manager for Emerging Markets, Accessibility Advocate, Empathetic Public Speaker

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Dan Fitzpatrick

AI in Education Expert, author of the book "AI in the Learning Environment"

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Magzhan Zhumayev

International expert in the field of AI and digital transformation of education
Coach of the AI department of the Methodological Center of the Aktobe Region Education Department

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Paddy McGrath

VP, Head of Education for Everway in the EMEA region. Expert in global EdTech

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Sarah Johnson

Distinguished author of books on social-emotional learning and inclusive education, and an international advisor on inclusive education.

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James Blomfield

AI in Education Advocate with 25 years of experience in education and EdTech

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Medet Turin

Cybersecurity expert specialising in offensive defence methods, OSINT, and human risk factor management. Founder of the 2600 Qazaqstan hacker community and head of the citizensec.kz project

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Dr. May Agius

International expert in inclusive technologies and AI in education

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Madi Zhakypov

Founder of CyborgBase, CEO of Altair Foundation
Entrepreneur in the field of inclusive and technological solutions

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Kate Mounce

Senior Key Account Manager for Bett Global. Builds partnerships with Ministries of Education, global EdTech organizations, and trade agencies to drive collaboration within the education ecosystem.

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Mykhailo Kalitkin

Co-Founder and CEO of UNOWA. AI researcher and applied education technologist focused on data-driven learning systems and AI literacy initiatives internationally.

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Dr. Heidi Cavanagh

Internationally recognized education leader and consultant advancing inclusive and equitable school reform.

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Abena Akuffo-Kelly

Senior Facilitator, National Centre for Computing Education (NCCE)
Educational Consultant, Speaker, Mentor, Google Certified Educator

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Kasia Truszkowska

AI in Academic Writing Expert
Women in AI Fellow at EDSAFE AI Alliance
Founder at Oxford Academy of English

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Jakub Kaniewski

Cybersecurity Strategist
AI Solutions for Education
CTO at Oxford Academy of English

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Joe Dale

Independent AI/MFL Expert

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Jonas Carrass

Swedish education leader, speaker, and strategist with more than 15 years of experience spanning classroom teaching, national education initiatives, and EdTech innovation.

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Yevgeniy Yan

Clinical Psychologist; President of the Kazakhstan Association for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (KACBT).

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Rauan Sagadiyeva

Master of Education and Psychology, practising psychologist, art therapist, Chair of the Board of the Republican Public Association
‘Union of Parents of Special Children’

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Participants from Around the World

AI and educational technology specialists

Leading global AI experts

Parents and representatives of non-profit organizations

Teachers from education systems across Central Asia

Corporate leaders and inclusion specialists

Representatives of international organizations

Government officials and policymakers

Ministers of education from different countries

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Almaty
Kazakhstan

Participants from Around the World

AI and educational technology specialists

Leading global AI experts

Parents and representatives of non-profit organizations

Teachers from education systems across Central Asia

Corporate leaders and inclusion specialists

Representatives of international organizations

Government officials and policymakers

Ministers of education from different countries

Media and publishing representatives

72%

65%

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20%

18%

10%

5%

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Almaty
Kazakhstan

United Kingdom, London

BETT SHOW 2026

The HOPE Foundation presented the AI for Education project at the global international exhibition Bett Show UK 2026, which took place from January 21 to 23, 2026, in London at the ExCeL London exhibition center.

The event was dedicated to educational technologies (EdTech) and brought together education leaders, innovators, and technology experts from around the world. The key topics of the exhibition included information management, distance learning, higher education, and the development of modern educational programs.

Special emphasis was placed on the presentation of the AI project Chemistry Labyrinth, developed in collaboration with students of the Nazarbayev Intellectual School in Karaganda. The project demonstrated how young talents are already shaping world-class innovative solutions today and strengthened the country’s international image as a hub of advanced technologies, science, and education.

At the international exhibition Bett Show UK 2026, the HOPE Foundation presented its flagship project AI for Education during an international panel session dedicated to the future of education and the role of artificial intelligence.