International Summit on Ancestral Knowledge
In the Framework of COP16 on Biodiversity in Colombia
The First International Summit on Ancestral Knowledge and Artificial Intelligence will take place—an event that will mark a turning point in how we understand planetary conservation. This gathering will bring together Indigenous leaders, scientists, AI experts, and environmental advocates, united by a shared purpose: to protect and restore the Earth.
The summit will serve as a platform where two powerful forces—ancestral knowledge and artificial intelligence—come together with a common goal. Throughout the event, participants will explore how the time-honoured wisdom of Indigenous communities, who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries, can be combined with cutting-edge AI technologies to develop innovative solutions for ecosystem conservation.
Ancestral wisdom, rooted in deep observation and respect for nature, will offer an ethical and sustainable perspective, while artificial intelligence will provide powerful tools to monitor, analyse, and predict environmental changes with unprecedented speed and accuracy. This synergy will not only help protect biodiversity but also foster sustainability models that honour natural cycles and planetary balance.
The summit will showcase visionary projects in which AI is placed in service of the ancestral guardians of the Earth, empowering them to defend their territories and cultural knowledge against the threats of climate change and environmental degradation. From the protection of sacred forests to the use of AI to prevent species extinction, each initiative will demonstrate that the key to a sustainable future lies in the collaboration between technology and ancestral wisdom.
As the summit unfolds, participants will come to realise that artificial intelligence, without a profound connection to nature and respect for ancestral knowledge, remains incomplete. By uniting these forces, we can create solutions that are not only efficient but also just and sustainable.
The message that will emerge from this summit is clear: the future of global biodiversity depends on our ability to combine the best of ancient knowledge with modern innovation. COP16 on Biodiversity in Colombia will be the stage where this strategic alliance between ancestral wisdom and artificial intelligence takes shape, marking the beginning of a new era in planetary protection.
Through this summit, humanity will take a decisive step towards a future where the wisdom of our ancestors and the technologies of tomorrow walk side by side—building a world where respect, sustainability, and innovation are intertwined for the well-being of all living beings.
