Mr. Sampathkumar Veeraraghavan
President, Brahmam Innovations, USA
Brahmam Innovations & global Partners Presents
Brahmam Global
Innovation & Impact
Summit 2026
December 4–6, 2026 • Cairo, Egypt • Hybrid
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Theme: “Accelerating Social Innovation for Global Impact”
Join visionary global leaders, innovators, and changemakers at the Brahmam Global Innovation & Impact Summit, dedicated to transforming challenges into opportunities for inclusive progress.
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Organized by Brahmam Innovations (USA)
Hosted by Elsewedy University of Technology and Global partners
Hybrid access across 60+ countries
About the Summit
A Global Platform for Innovation and Impact
Brahmam Innovations, a global leader in social innovations, proudly presents the 2nd Brahmam Global Innovation and Impact Summit—a premier international platform dedicated to advancing innovation, fostering collaboration, and driving meaningful impact across industries and societies.
The theme "Accelerating Social Innovation for Global Impact" embodies our vision to transform global challenges into opportunities for innovation and inclusive progress, bringing together the world's most influential voices in technology, sustainability, and social impact.
Set in Egypt—a dynamic gateway between Africa, Europe, and the Middle East—this summit leverages the nation's rich cultural diversity, economic growth, and technological advancement as the perfect backdrop for launching this transformative global initiative.
Our Mission
Empowering Innovation for the Greater Good
The Summit reflects Brahmam's unwavering commitment to amplifying diverse voices and leveraging technology for social good. By bringing together thought leaders and innovators from multiple sectors, we aim to translate visionary ideas into actionable solutions.
Aligned with our mission to build ecosystems that foster entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and social innovation, the Summit serves as a catalyst for collaborative problem-solving and global knowledge exchange.
Summit Impact Goals
- Foster cross-sector collaboration
- Accelerate sustainable innovation
- Drive inclusive economic growth
- Create lasting social impact
Featured Speakers
Global Thought Leaders
Meet the visionaries, innovators, and changemakers who will inspire and guide our discussions.
Dr. Guru Madhavan
Senior Director of Programs, National Academy of Engineering, USA
Dr. Mohamed Essaaidi
Professor, Mohammed V University, Morocco
Dr. Mei Lin Fung
Vice Chair, UN AI for Good Impact steering Committee and Co-founder, People Centered Internet, USA
Mr. Srikanth Chandrasekaran
Country Head and Senior Director – IEEE India Global Practice Lead, Foundational Technologies, IEEE Standards Association
Dr. Omar Bouattane
Managing Director at University of Hassan II Casablanca
Dr. Laurent Canale
European Project CBHE MELINA Coordinator, French National Center of Scientific Research (CNRS), Laplace Laboratory, Toulouse, France
Ms. Dwan Jones
Director, Inclusive Strategies and Engagement, ISC2, United States
Mr. Mohamed Aboud
President, Global Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Dubai, UAE
Mr. Noaufal Rahali
Executive Director, Center of Innovation in e-Health (CIeS), Morocco
Dr. Morgan Kiani
Professor, Texas Christian University, Texas, USA
Dr. Amjad Gawanmeh
Professor of Computer Science, University of Dubai, UAE
Dr. Jose-Ignacio Castillo-Velazquez
Head of the ADVNETLAB - Tech Transfer, Universidad Autonoma de la Ciudad de México
Dr. Steven Li
President-Elect, IEEE Systems Council and Professor at Western New England University, USA
Mr. Lwanga Herbert
Co-founder and President, Logel Science Foundation, Uganda
Dr. Ajay Poddar
Chief Scientist, Synergy Microwave Corp., New Jersey, USA, Global Chair IEEE AP-S Chapter Activity Committee
Dr. Ahmed Hassan
President, Elsewedy University of Technology (Su Tech), Egypt
Dr. Adel Smeda
Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), Morocco
Dr. Micheal Short
Professor, CESI, Associate Dean, School of Computing, Teesside University, United Kingdom
Dr. Jawad Siddiqui
Chair, SIGHT Committee, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, Senior Researcher, Royal Military College of Canada
Mr. Vishal Poddar
CTO, Ocean2Sand, USA + India
Mr. Ganesh Rajagopalan
Vice President, Monolith Technologies, India
Global Platform Highlights
Connecting visionaries, innovators, and leaders to create lasting impact through collaborative innovation
Global Leaders
Convening leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, and changemakers from around the world
Breakthrough Technologies
Exploring cutting-edge technologies, sustainable solutions, and transformative ideas
Inclusive Progress
Turning global challenges into opportunities for inclusive progress and social impact
Summit Objectives
Driving Transformative Impact
Three core pillars that define our mission to advance social innovation globally
Showcase Innovation
Spotlight groundbreaking DeepTech, AI, Sustainability, and Social Impact innovations from leading organizations worldwide, creating a global showcase of transformative solutions.
Foster Collaboration
Build strategic cross-border partnerships among startups, corporations, governments, and investors to accelerate innovation and create sustainable impact ecosystems.
Drive Global Impact
Develop comprehensive, actionable roadmaps for inclusive growth, digital transformation, and measurable global impact that address humanity's most pressing challenges.
Summit Focus Areas
Where technology meets humanity
Seven interconnected tracks advancing the 2026 theme: accelerating social innovation for global impact.
Artificial Intelligence for Humanity
Responsible AI, Agentic AI, governance, digital inclusion, and AI for social good.
Digital Health & Health Equity
Healthcare innovation, digital transformation, accessibility, and global health equity.
Climate Innovation & Sustainability
Clean energy, climate resilience, circular economy, and sustainable development.
Entrepreneurship & Impact Investing
Scaling startups, connecting investors, and enabling ecosystem growth.
Future Skills & Workforce
Digital skills, AI education, leadership development, and future-ready workforces.
Innovation Without Borders
Global collaboration across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
Special Programs
Experiences designed for action
From challenges and showcases to forums and awards—built for collaboration beyond the summit hall.
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Global Innovation Challenge
Compete and collaborate on solutions with measurable global impact.
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AI for Social Good Forum
Advance responsible AI applications that serve communities.
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Digital Health Innovation Forum
Accelerate equitable healthcare transformation worldwide.
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Global Research & Innovation Showcase
Spotlight breakthrough work from universities and labs.
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Strategic Partnership Roundtables
Forge cross-border MoUs and lasting institutional alliances.
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International MoU Exchange
Formalize collaborations that extend impact across regions.
Flagship Program
Brahmam Global Changemaker Fellowship
A global leadership program empowering innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, educators, and changemakers. Fellows present in Cairo or virtually from their countries.
Grand Challenge 2026
Brahmam Global Grand Challenge 2026
Recognizing excellence across global innovation and leadership.
Submit Application Why Cairo
At the crossroads of continents
Located where Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia meet, Cairo offers a powerful platform for global collaboration and innovation.
As Host & Venue Partner, Elsewedy University of Technology (SuTech) fosters industry–academia collaboration and innovation-driven development.
- December 4–6, 2026
- Cairo, Egypt
- Venue: Elsewedy University of Technology (SuTech)
- Organized by Brahmam Innovations (USA)
From the Movement
Moments that built the GIIS Global community
Scenes from the GIIS community as we carry the momentum into Cairo 2026.
Building on GIIS 2025
A proven global platform for innovation and impact
The inaugural summit established a powerful community of leaders and changemakers across six continents.
7,000+
Participants from 31 countries
20+
Leaders from UN, IEEE, IBM, ISC2 & more
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Keynotes on AI, quantum, cyber & sustainability
43%
Female participation
Register for the Global Innovation & Impact Summit 2026
Join global innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and policy leaders at the Global Innovation Impact Summit 2026 — a premier platform where breakthrough ideas meet real-world impact.
Secure your spot today and become part of the conversation shaping the future of technology, sustainability, and social progress.
Our Partners
Building with a global alliance
Working together with leading organizations, institutions, and governments to drive innovation.
Host Partner
Technical Society Partner
Strategic Education Partner
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Strategic Partner
Technical Partner
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Community Impact Partner
Streaming Partner
Community Partner