Nasim Motalebi, Ph.D. AI Lead at United Nations World Food Programme

Topic: Beyond the hype: Data realities and grounding AI for humanitarian impact

Drawing from her experience as the AI Lead at the United Nations World Food Programme, Dr. Nasim Motalebi will discuss how AI is transforming humanitarian operations and advancing food security efforts globally. The session will cover practical applications of AI in optimizing resource allocation, improving supply chain logistics, and enhancing data-driven decision-making in emergency response.

Nasim will also address the unique challenges encountered in deploying AI within humanitarian contexts, including data limitations, ethical considerations, and the need for localized solutions. Attendees will gain insights into how AI can be responsibly leveraged to support vulnerable communities, as well as emerging strategies for integrating technology into the evolving landscape of humanitarian aid.