Frequently Asked Questions

Our FAQs answer all your burning questions about the FARI Brussels Conference!

From program details and speakers to venue access and registration, get the info you need to make the most of your experience.

General Questions

  • November 18, from 9 am - 6:30 pm.

  • Yes, the FARI Conference is free and open to all. Registration is required to reserve a slot. Register here.

  • Registration is open until 9 am on the morning of the event.

  • The conference will be held at Studio Flagey, Place Sainte-Croix 1050 Brussels.

  • Please bring a copy of your Eventbrite registration (e-copy or printed) and your ID.

  • The conference caters to public, private, and academic sectors. In previous years, FARI Conference has attracted diverse participants interested in the discussion of AI for the common good and sessions are carefully developed to serve the interests of researchers, administrators and policy makers, entrepreneurs and citizens.

  • The conference is in English to cater to everyone attending, from Brussels and beyond.

    For those attending the sessions in STUDIO 4, live translation will be available in French and Dutch.

  • No, FARI 2024 Conference is an in-person event. However, please stay tuned on FARI’s YouTube channel for the highlights of the conference.

Program

  • The FARI Conference is organized by FARI - AI for the Common Good Institute, a joint research institute between Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) and Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) as part of the National Plan for Recovery and Resilience. Supported by the European Union’s Next GenerationEU project, Innoviris, and CIRB, FARI brings together interdisciplinary expertise across 10 leading research groups on AI, data, robotics, social sciences, ethics, and law, focusing on harnessing AI for the Common Good. We do research and build bridges with public administrations, industry, and citizens, promoting sustainable AI, data & robotics with a focus on urban and public priority domains such as health, mobility, sustainable robotics, climate and energy, participatory and inclusive society.

  • With the theme AI, a Public Good?, this year's FARI 2024 Conference aims to address these pressing issues and explore the potential of AI, data, and robotics for the public good. It aims to answer pressing questions: Are these technologies developing in a socially acceptable and sustainable direction? How do we make sure AI helps everyone, and not just a few? Is there such a thing as AI, Data and Robotics for Public Good?

  • There are six sessions, 3 in the morning and 3 in the afternoon. The morning session focuses on the latest advancements and trends in AI, data, and robotics, providing participants with valuable insights into the current landscape. The afternoon session will shift towards exploring the future potential of AI for the public good, featuring perspectives from leading experts in various sectors. For information about each session, read more here.

  • This year’s conference is bringing experts from public, private, and academic sectors who are engaging in initiatives on AI for the common good. For a complete list of speakers, please refer to this year’s programme here.

  • Yes, participants are encouraged to network during breaks and the cocktail party.

Logistics and Accessibility

  • Studio Flagey is accessible by public transport through Tram 81 (direct access to Brussels-South station) and Buses 38, 59, 60, 71 (direct access to Brussels Central station with bus 38 & 71).

  • We recommend coming by public transportation to avoid traffic. Should you need to come by car, parking is possible at Parking Indigo Place Flagey, Proxiparking - Flagey, and Zenpark - Bailli Ibis Styles. Reservations are recommended for Parking Indigo and Proxiparking and are required in Zenpark.

  • Flagey is accessible for people with reduced mobility (PMR). To ensure the best possible experience, please contact us by email in advance.

  • Yes, lunch is provided. Coffee breaks are also included in the morning and afternoon. The conference ends with a cocktail party.

Sponsoring and Journalists

  • Yes. Please send an email to conference@fari.brussels to inquire about the sponsorship packages.

  • We are open to media partnerships. Please email conference@fari.brussels to discuss collaborations.

Other

  • For further concerns, please send them to conference@fari.brussels.