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Fatima Maada Bio on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, joined the United States First Lady, Melania Trump at the White House for a major global summit focused on the role of artificial intelligence in education.
The event, held under the “Fostering the Future Together” initiative, brought together officials and representatives from nine countries, including the United States, France, Poland, the United Arab Emirates, and Morocco. According to organizers, it is the largest international gathering ever hosted by a U.S. First Lady.
In her keynote address, Mrs. Trump outlined what she described as three priorities shaping the future of education. She emphasized the use of artificial intelligence to make learning more personalized, the potential for humanoid robots to assist students at home, and the broader role of technology in strengthening the U.S. economy.
“The future of AI is ‘personified’-it’s going to look like humans. Soon, AI will move from our phones to humanoids that offer real help,” Mrs. Trump said during her remarks.
As part of the presentation, she introduced “Figure3,” described as an American-made humanoid robot. The demonstration marked the first time such a robot has been formally presented to international leaders at the White House, highlighting what organizers called a shift toward more human-like AI systems in education and daily life.
The summit convened policymakers and business leaders amid growing global interest in artificial intelligence as a driver of economic development and innovation in education systems.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Bio highlighted the importance of education in Sierra Leone, describing it as a critical link between opportunity and vulnerability. She called for collective action to ensure that technological advancements help bridge existing gaps.
“In Sierra Leone, education is a crucial link between opportunity and vulnerability,” she said, urging stakeholders to “build a bridge that connects limitations to possibilities.”
The discussions reflected a shared commitment among participating countries to integrate technology into education, with a focus on expanding access, improving learning outcomes, and preparing students for a rapidly evolving digital future.
