ABOUT THE WORKSHOP
The GPAI brings together democratic countries around a shared agenda for the responsible, inclusive, and innovative development of Artificial Intelligence. It is coordinated by internationally renowned institutions: France (Inria), Canada (Ceimia), and Japan (NICT). It provides a privileged space for dialogue, cooperation, and the development of solutions that directly impact public policies, the world of work, and society as a whole.
In 2024, the GPAI became an associated initiative of the OECD, further expanding its international reach. While the OECD had already been developing studies on related topics, its discussions were limited to member countries and often characterized by greater political bureaucracy. In this context, GPAI coordinators have maintained independent initiatives that preserve the agility, diversity of perspectives, and intellectual freedom that have always defined the partnership.
Among these initiatives, the Innovation Workshop (IW) stands out as an annual event held in May, bringing together around 60 international GPAI experts. The IW serves as a high level forum for the exchange of ideas, collaborative development, and the definition of strategic projects that will guide GPAI's actions in the following year. Previous editions took place in Quebec (2023), Paris (2024), and Tokyo (2025), consolidating the event as a global hub for AI innovation.
For 2026, Brazil has been selected as the candidate to host the Innovation Workshop in Rio de Janeiro.
EVENT DETAILS
Dates : on May 19th and 20th
Venue : Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisas Físicas (Brazilian Center for Research in Physics) - R. Dr. Xavier Sigaud, 150 - Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro - RJ
Organizer : AI Institute of Brazilian National Laboratory for Scientific Computing - (IIA LNCC), co-organized by CEIMIA Canada, Inria France nd NICT Japan and supported by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation of Brazil. Supported and Sponsored by
Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Inovação : https://www.gov.br/mcti/pt-br
Instituto de Inteligência Artificial do Laboratório Nacional de Computação Científica : https://instituto.ia.lncc.br/pt
Positivo Tecnologia : https://www.positivotecnologia.com.br/
Instituto Atlântico : https://www.atlantico.com.br/
About the event location
The GPAI Innovation Workshop Rio de Janeiro will be held at the facilities of the Centro Brasileiro de Pesquisas Físicas (CBPF). Located in the charming neighborhood of Urca, in the southern zone of Rio de Janeiro, the CBPF is close to several of the city's most iconic tourist attractions.
The CBPF also holds historical significance in the development of Brazil's scientific infrastructure, as the Laboratório Nacional de Computação Científica (LNCC) was created within the institution in the 1980s. Today, the LNCC stands as a key partner, reinforcing a long-standing collaboration in science and technology.
As part of the network of scientific institutions under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MCTI), the CBPF further strengthens the connection between the event and Brazil’s national science and technology ecosystem, offering an environment that integrates academic excellence with cutting-edge research.
CBPF Venues for the IWGPAI 2026: Auditório Ministro João Alberto Lins e Barros; Auditório 6º Andar, Espaço Oliveira Castro and Espaço de Convivência.
Event facilities
To ensure participants comfort, the event organizers will provide coffee break and lunch services.
Social Event
May 19th : Dinner at the Fogo de Chão Restaurant for participants, offered by IIA-LNCC and sponsors.
The Fogo de Chão, located in the Botafogo neighborhood, is a renowned restaurant offering a premium rodízio with high-quality meat cuts, as well as a spectacular panoramic view of the Botafogo Bay and Sugarloaf Mountain.
The restaurant features a sophisticated atmosphere, including a comfortable outdoor deck.
The exclusive menu for the event includes special cuts of meat, as well as chicken, fish, and vegetarian options, along with beverages and desserts.
May 20th : Happy hour (to be confirmed)
The event will be pay-as-you-go; however, IIA-LNCC is working to secure sponsorship for this moment as well.
Suggested Accommodation
| NEIGHBORHOOD | ACCOMMODATION | BOOKING CODE | CBPF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copacabana | Windsor Palace Copacabana | IWGPAI | 12 min |
| Copacabana | Windsor Leme | IWGPAI | 12 min |
| Copacabana | Windsor California | IWGPAI | 12 min |
| Copacabana | Windsor Florida Hotel | IWGPAI | 12 min |
| Ipanema | Bossa Nova Ipanema Hotel | - | 16 min |
| Ipanema | B&B Hotels | - | 16 min |
| Botafogo | Novotel RJ Praia de Botafogo | - | 10 min |
| Botafogo | ibis budget RJ Praia de Botafogo | - | 10 min |
Key Information
To ensure the comfort of participants, the organizing committee may propose adjustments to the event arrangements. Any updates will be communicated promptly
Transfer Airport Hotel
IIA-LNCC is considering offering a transfer service with scheduled departure times from Rio de Janeiro-Galeão International Airport to the South Zone of Rio to facilitate participants transportation.
Point of contact
AI Institute (IIA-LNCC)
Fábio Porto - Coordinator fporto@lncc.br
Anmily Paula Martins - Project Manager anmily@lncc.br
DISCUSSION THEMES & PROGRAM
Discussion Themes
- Societal Empowerment in the AI Era: From Literacy to Informed Agency;
- Cooperation Frameworks for AI Governance: Transitioning Toward Collaborative Modular Innovation;
- Scaling Local Specificity to Global Discovery: AI-Driven Knowledge Production;
- Harnessing Cultural Diversity: Bridging Vernacular Contexts and AI Training.
Program
Coming Soon
A PDF of the program will be included.
RESULTS
Coming Soon
A PDF with the results will be included at the end of the event.