A one-day unconference. You pitch sessions / conversations you want to have. You vote. You make things happen.
This is for AI safety researchers & practitioners who want to contribute, discuss, or lead AI safety in Australia for the global community.
When & Where
Friday, November 28, 2025
9:30am-3:30pm
Melbourne Connect, Carlton, Melbourne Australia
Same venue as EAGxAustralasia 2025 (4pm 28 Nov − 30 Nov)
What to Expect
The day starts with lightning talks from Tania Sadhani (technical/capabilities update) and Emily Grundy(governance/policy update) to build shared context. Then you determine the rest.
You and other attendees can pitch sessions (before and on the day). You’ll vote on the day, and we’ll build the schedule live based on what you care about most.
We’ll have large and small meeting rooms for talks, workshops, group discussions, space for 1:1s, and more.
Who Should Apply
Come with something you want to contribute, discuss, or lead. This works best when participants are:
Familiar with AI safety fundamentals
Actively working in AI safety or transitioning to AI safety
Ready to actively participate, not just absorb
Prepared to make things happen
Application Details
Limited to ~50 participants. Highly selective.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Once approved, you’ll receive a registration link to purchase a ticket (reduced ticket price available for those who need it). A ticket confirms your commitment to participate actively.
AI Safety Unconference, Melbourne 2025
Apply to AISUM, the AI Safety Unconference in Melbourne − 28 Nov 2025
Deadline extended for applications to AISUM25 - the AI Safety Unconference Melbourne 2025!
Apply here now—applications assessed on a rolling basis, now closing 8 Nov 11:59pm Anywhere on Earth.
What is AISUM25?
A one-day unconference. You pitch sessions / conversations you want to have. You vote. You make things happen.
This is for AI safety researchers & practitioners who want to contribute, discuss, or lead AI safety in Australia for the global community.
When & Where
Friday, November 28, 2025
9:30am-3:30pm
Melbourne Connect, Carlton, Melbourne Australia
Same venue as EAGxAustralasia 2025 (4pm 28 Nov − 30 Nov)
What to Expect
The day starts with lightning talks from Tania Sadhani (technical/capabilities update) and Emily Grundy (governance/policy update) to build shared context. Then you determine the rest.
You and other attendees can pitch sessions (before and on the day). You’ll vote on the day, and we’ll build the schedule live based on what you care about most.
We’ll have large and small meeting rooms for talks, workshops, group discussions, space for 1:1s, and more.
Who Should Apply
Come with something you want to contribute, discuss, or lead. This works best when participants are:
Familiar with AI safety fundamentals
Actively working in AI safety or transitioning to AI safety
Ready to actively participate, not just absorb
Prepared to make things happen
Application Details
Limited to ~50 participants. Highly selective.
Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Once approved, you’ll receive a registration link to purchase a ticket (reduced ticket price available for those who need it). A ticket confirms your commitment to participate actively.
Apply by 8 Nov—applications assessed on a rolling basis
Questions? Comment below or on the EA Forum post, or contact me, Michael Kerrison, at michael@proofconsulting.com.au
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