This workshop aims to explore AI ethics, its core concepts and theories, and their application to children and adolescents in order to account for their specific needs, abilities, interests, vulnerabilities, as well as their social relations and environments. We particularly welcome proposals that critically reflect on childhood and adolescence, are attentive to diversity dimensions (e.g., gender, race, age, disability, socio-economic status), and take intersectional perspectives seriously.
Submissions may approach these topics through conceptual analysis, case studies, or ethical reflections based on empirical findings. We invite to send us abstracts of 500 words (in Word format) and a brief CV. Please send your abstract before April 15, 2026 to the organizers at the following address: gottfried.schweiger@plus.ac.at„>gottfried.schweiger@plus.ac.at
Draft papers will be circulated among all participants two weeks prior to the workshop. Presenters are expected to attend in person for the entire duration. Papers from this workshop will be submitted for a Special Issue in AI and Ethics. More info on this topical collection here: https://link.springer.com/collections/jhfhiiheaj
A contribution towards travel and accommodation expenses of up to €500 can be provided. Please indicate in your application if you would need that support.
Organizers: Gottfried Schweiger (University of Salzburg) & Karoline Reinhardt (University of Passau)
Workshop Website: https://tinyurl.com/aisalzburg
