About Young AI Leaders Linz
Connecting global vision with local innovation in Austria's technology capital.
Young AI Leaders Linz is part of the global AI for Good ecosystem, the world's leading United Nations platform on artificial intelligence for sustainable development. We serve as the youth community of AI for Good, empowering the next generation of innovators to use AI for societal impact. Based in Linz, Austria's tech capital, our hub bridges academia, industry, and creativity to build meaningful solutions that address both local and global challenges.
Global Network, Local Impact
Young AI Leaders is a worldwide youth network under the AI for Good initiative, connecting 100+ hubs across 50 countries. Together, we amplify youth voices in shaping AI responsibly.
Our Linz hub anchors this global movement in Upper Austria — a region where academic excellence, artistic innovation, and industrial strength converge. By combining local opportunities with international collaborations, we create pathways for young people to learn, experiment, and lead with AI.
Key Facts
- • Connected to 100+ hubs globally
- • Part of Austria's AI Stakeholder Forum
- • Supported by partners across academia, industry & government
AI for Good Network
As part of the AI for Good global ecosystem, we connect with youth leaders worldwide and ensure our projects align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Why Linz & Upper Austria
The perfect convergence of academic excellence, creative innovation, and industrial strength.
Linz and Upper Austria offer a uniquely dense ecosystem where universities, cultural institutions, and industry sit side-by-side—an ideal launchpad for young AI leaders to learn, build, and create impact.
Academic Excellence
Johannes Kepler University's JKU AI Institute leads world-class research and runs pioneering AI degree programs—creating a direct pipeline of talent, projects, and collaboration opportunities.
Creative Innovation
Ars Electronica (Festival & Futurelab) is a global hub where art, technology, and society converge—fertile ground for human-centered AI and experimental applications.
Industrial Strength
Upper Austria is one of Europe's leading industrial and manufacturing regions, offering real-world testbeds across production, mobility, energy, and sustainability with SMEs and corporates.
National & Global Connections
Rooted in Austria's AI strategy and connected to the AI for Good global ecosystem, the hub links local innovation with international collaborators, challenges, and visibility.
"Linz represents the perfect intersection of academic excellence, artistic innovation, and industrial expertise. Our hub will bridge these worlds to create AI solutions that truly serve humanity."
Dino Osmanagić
Hub Leader, Young AI Leaders Linz
Our Guiding Principles
Four core principles that shape how we work, learn, and create impact as part of the global AI for Good movement
Purpose-Driven Innovation
We believe innovation should serve a meaningful purpose — whether through building capacity within our community, experimenting with new technologies, or tackling real-world challenges.
Example: Launching a technical project that also trains members in new skills and builds long-term expertise.
Inclusive Collaboration
Diverse perspectives make stronger ideas. We welcome students, researchers, professionals, and creatives from all backgrounds.
Example: Interdisciplinary project teams of engineers, designers, and social scientists.
Continuous Learning
We foster curiosity and knowledge-sharing across the hub through training, mentorship, and peer learning.
Example: Regular skill-building workshops, summer schools, and expert-led sessions.
Global Perspective
Rooted in Linz, connected to 100+ hubs worldwide, we turn local projects into global collaborations.
Example: Cross-hub hackathons, AI for Good Global Summit participation, knowledge exchange.
Our Departments
Every hub member contributes to one of our six core departments. Together they drive the mission of Young AI Leaders Linz across community building, education, innovation, entrepreneurship, operations, and partnerships.
Community
The beating heart of the hub. We focus on member experience, inclusion, and shared growth — ensuring everyone feels empowered to contribute and lead.
Responsibilities:
- • Member onboarding & buddy program
- • Social & networking events
- • Culture building & community feedback
- • Internal communication & team spirit
Skills & Education
Empowering people to learn and grow through structured knowledge-sharing. From AI literacy workshops to advanced tutorials, we equip members and the public with future skills.
Responsibilities:
- • AI literacy workshops for schools & institutions
- • Bootcamps & hands-on tutorials
- • Peer-to-peer learning & mentorship
- • Collaboration with universities
Software & Industry
Where innovation meets execution. We develop real-world AI solutions, run applied projects with industry, and sharpen technical skills through hackathons and challenges.
Responsibilities:
- • AI development projects & sprints
- • Hackathons & coding challenges
- • Proof-of-concept collaborations with companies
- • Technical upskilling & tool-building
Startups & Venture
From idea to spin-off. We support entrepreneurial members in turning concepts into prototypes, incubating AI startups, and connecting with VCs and accelerators.
Responsibilities:
- • Startup incubation & spin-off support
- • Venture building workshops
- • Investor & VC networking
- • Showcasing projects at international events
Operations & Marketing
Ensuring stability and visibility. We manage finances, legal aspects, and brand storytelling to keep the hub compliant, sustainable, and seen.
Responsibilities:
- • Legal & finance (contracts, nonprofit status, budgeting)
- • Marketing & PR campaigns
- • Brand development & design
- • Digital presence management
Partners & Sponsors
Building bridges between the hub and the world. We grow our ecosystem by connecting with academia, NGOs, corporates, and government institutions.
Responsibilities:
- • Strategic partnerships & sponsorships
- • Ecosystem outreach
- • Joint events with partners
- • Funding & resource development
Meet Our Team
Passionate young leaders driving AI innovation and community building in Linz
Community Members
Vlad Iancovschi
Member
Sergey Stepanov
Member
Jujun Zhu
Member
Our Growing Community
Young AI Leaders Linz is a vibrant, growing network of students, young professionals, and innovators. We welcome new members who share our vision of using AI for Good and who want to contribute to building projects, workshops, and partnerships.
Highlights
- Open membership (rolling applications)
- Diverse backgrounds (academia, tech, business, creative fields)
- Strong partnerships with academia, NGOs, and industry
- Active links to the global Young AI Leaders community
Building Together
Our team works collaboratively to establish the foundation of what will become Austria's premier youth AI community. Every member contributes to shaping our future.