Partners

Founded in 1927 in Saint-Ouen, the MEDEF de l’Est Parisien (also known as MEDEF 93|94) supports, defends and unites its member companies, plays an active role in the local area, and aims to represent all businesses in the region through local, departmental, regional or national bodies. Established locally for over 90 years, the MEDEF de l’Est Parisien welcomes all businesses, regardless of their legal form, size, age or sector.

The Val-de-Marne Chamber of Commerce and Industry supports the aivancity school, whose core focus on “AI, business and ethics” meets the needs of the business world. The school trains AIgineers® to improve business performance, drive industry forward and enhance employability. Thanks to its multidisciplinary approach, aivancity serves as an educational laboratory, making AI accessible to users and decision-makers.

aivancity and Choose Paris Region share the same values regarding the development of cross-disciplinary training in AI (covering technical, business and ethical aspects), and the same objectives for establishing a responsible and ethical approach to artificial intelligence for the benefit of society. A range of initiatives will be implemented, including the organisation of joint events, communication and international development.

Established in 1974, the Créteil Regional Centre for University and School Services (Crous) is a public body under the supervision of the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation. Its mission is to improve the living and working conditions of students in the Créteil school district. Its main responsibilities include student accommodation, university catering for students and social support through grants and the annual specific assistance scheme (ASAA).

The Directorate-General for Civil Aviation (DGAC) is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of French air transport and for striking a balance between its development and the objectives of the ecological and energy transition. It acts as a regulatory authority, a safety oversight body, a provider of air navigation and training services, and a partner to stakeholders in the aviation sector. It supports research and innovation in aircraft manufacturing and the Government’s industrial policies in this sector.

Afria and aivancity pool their expertise and networks in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and big data management, and promote ethical, human-centred, trustworthy and responsible AI, as well as access to education.

As a centre for science and healthcare, Villejuif is proud of this new partnership and this new development, which further underscores the special bond between the town and the world of higher education and research. With eight higher education institutions already located within its boundaries and as a member of the Association of University Towns of France, the town is implementing public policies to support the integration of students into the local community: specific activities, healthcare, study spaces and calls for projects.