Invitation to submit papers for the International Scientific Conference: “Digital Gap and AI Literacy”

1. Information about the workshop:
- Organizing unit: University of Social Sciences and Humanities, Vietnam National University, Hanoi - Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)
- Date and time of organization: October 2026
- Location:Hanoi, Vietnam (Further announcements will be made by the Organizing Committee)
2. Purpose and Significance of the Workshop
The rapid development of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) is creating profound changes in economic and social life, national governance, media, and culture. Alongside the immense opportunities for innovation, increased productivity, and improved quality of life, the digital transformation and application of AI are also exacerbating new forms of inequality, particularly the digital divide between countries, regions, and social groups.
In this context, AI literacy is not simply the ability to use technology, but also includes a fundamental understanding of AI, critical thinking, ethical awareness, social responsibility, and the capacity to participate in AI-related policy-making processes.
The international scientific conference "Digital Divide and AI Capabilities" was organized to create an interdisciplinary academic forum for researchers, lecturers, experts, and policymakers from Vietnam and abroad to exchange theoretical issues, practices, experiences, and solutions related to bridging the digital divide and developing AI capabilities in the context of global digital transformation.
Special issues from the best papers of the Conference will be published by Emerging Media Magazine (Sage and SJTU) in late 2026 or early 2027.
3. Suggested content directions
The Organizing Committee cordially invites scientists to submit papers on the conference theme, including but not limited to the following areas:
The digital divide in the AI ​​era
- New forms of the digital divide (access, skills, level of benefit)
- The digital divide between urban and rural areas, social groups, genders, and generations.
- Policies and models to promote digital inclusion
AI Capabilities: Theoretical Basis and Measurement Methods
- Concepts, components, and framework for analyzing AI capabilities.
- Models, indicators, and tools for assessing AI capabilities.
- Comparing AI capabilities across countries and regions.
AI capabilities in education and lifelong learning.
- AI education in schools and universities
- Teacher training and AI curriculum development
- Enhancing AI capabilities for workers and promoting lifelong learning.
The digital divide, AI, and social governance.
- AI in public administration, governance, and policy planning
- Algorithm inequality, data bias, and AI governance
- Enhancing AI capabilities for officials and civil servants.
Media, journalism, and AI capabilities
- The role of journalism and media in raising awareness about AI
- AI, misinformation, and the digital public space
- The intersection between digital communication capabilities and AI capabilities
Ethics, culture, and social impact of AI
- Ethical issues, fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI.
- Cultural perceptions and societal attitudes toward AI
- AI capabilities as a tool to promote responsible AI use.
AI capabilities in the digital economy, businesses, and the labor market.
- AI and workforce skills transformation
- The digital divide in small and medium-sized enterprises
- Corporate social responsibility in developing AI capabilities
Comparative and international approach
- A comparative study on the digital divide and AI capabilities.
- International cooperation and global governance in AI
- Experiences of developing countries and emerging economies
4. Important Timelines
- Abstract submission deadline: March 30, 2026
- Summary of results will be announced in April 2026.
- Deadline for full paper submission: August 30, 2026
- Workshop dates: October 2026
5. Article Guidelines
- Summary length: 300 - 500 words
- Total length: 6,000 - 9,000 words (including references)
- The article must be unpublished and not submitted concurrently to other conferences or journals.
- Presentation format follows APA 7 standards (including abstract and citations).
- High-quality articles will be invited for submission to a Special Issue of Emerging Media (published by Sage and SJTU) and considered for publication through the journal's peer review process (expected late 2026 or early 2027).
6. Submission address
Authors should send abstracts and full papers to the following email address:hoithaobaochi@gmail.com
(Please clearly state the email subject: Submission for the Digital Gap and AI Literacy Workshop)
7. Contact Information
Detailed information regarding keynote speakers, event format, registration, and post-conference publications will be announced by the Organizing Committee in subsequent documents.
The Organizing Committee cordially invites scientists, lecturers, researchers, and experts from Vietnam and abroad to participate by submitting papers and contributing to the Conference.