I’m hosting a global Hour of AI event
A global guide for schools, organizations, and community leaders
The Hour of AI is a global campaign designed to spark curiosity and build a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence. It gives students, teachers, and communities the tools to explore what AI is, how it works, and why it matters — no experience required. Events can be held virtually or in person, and activity translations will be available in 22 languages starting late January. Anyone, anywhere can organize an Hour of AI event.
I'm hosting an International Hour of AI
An international guide for schools, organizations, and community leaders
The Hour of AI is a global campaign designed to spark curiosity and build foundational understanding of artificial intelligence. It gives students, teachers, and communities the tools to explore what AI is, how it works, and why it matters—no experience required. Events can be held virtually or in-person, and resources are available in multiple languages. Anyone, anywhere can organize an Hour of AI event.
1. Register your event
Start by registering your event. Registered events may be featured on our website and are eligible for exclusive resources. Registration helps us track global participation and gives your event added visibility. You’ll also receive helpful tips and updates to make your event a success.
2. Choose and Adapt Activities
Select from engaging, beginner-friendly AI activities that demystify how AI works and how it affects our lives. Activities are available starting November 12, with translations in 22 languages available starting late January.
Here are ways you can adapt them to your community:
Run activities with or without computers
Host for students, teachers, or the broader community
Offer events virtually, in person, or hybrid
Use translations when available in late January
3. Partner for Impact
Expand your reach by collaborating with schools, nonprofits, companies, or government agencies. Partners can:
Promote the campaign to teachers and families
Host a session or provide space
Sponsor prizes or offer local support
Share the message through their communication channels
Add local flair — for example, share regional examples, invite local speakers, or connect to community traditions
4. Spread the Word and Build Excitement
Promote the Hour of AI campaign in your country and celebrate participation milestones. You can:
Share local sign-up milestones (e.g., “100 schools in Brazil are joining!”)
Promote through newsletters, press, social media, and email
Recruit community leaders or influencers to post or attend
Encourage participants to share photos or reflections using #HourOfAI
💡 Tip: Use our email templates to save time and tailor or translate messages for your specific audience.
5. Inspire Continued Learning
The Hour of AI is just the beginning. Keep momentum going by connecting your community to further learning:
Encourage students and educators to explore more AI and computer science learning through Code.org and partner resources.
Connect teachers to professional learning opportunities to grow confidence in teaching AI concepts.
Coming soon: Beyond the Hour of AI resources to support your whole community.
From the Hour of Code to the Hour of AI
You might be asked how the Hour of AI connects to the Hour of Code. Here are a few ways to explain it:
The Hour of Code helped show that anyone can learn computer science. The Hour of AI does the same thing for artificial intelligence — showing that anyone can learn about AI, too.
Just like the Hour of Code made coding less intimidating, the Hour of AI helps students go from just using AI tools to understanding how they work — and how they can shape the future responsibly.
The Hour of Code built a global community around computer science education. The Hour of AI builds on that momentum, extending the mission to include AI education for both students and adults.
Host a signature event
Organize an Hour of AI event in your offices, customer spaces, or community — either virtually or in person — spotlighting your leadership in responsible innovation.
Your event will be featured on our live global map, showcasing the incredible network of schools, organizations, and communities bringing AI education to life.
Your event will show up on our live map!
Additional resources
Hour of AI resources
Find all the resources you need — print and digital — to bring attention to your Hour of AI event.
Discover new activities
Explore a wide selection of interactive tutorials designed for all ages. Translations will be available in 22 languages starting late January.
Register your event
Registration helps us track impact and your event may be featured on our website!
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