ToM4AI initiative

The 2026 ToM4AI Workshop will continue the initiative’s mission by fostering collaboration and sharing the latest research at the intersection of Theory of Mind and artificial intelligence. For details on submission guidelines and important dates, please see the Call for Papers.

The Theory of Mind for AI (ToM4AI) initiative is a multidisciplinary effort dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence by integrating principles of human social cognition.

Launched at the AAAI 2025 conference, ToM4AI brings together researchers from cognitive science, machine learning, and multi-agent systems to explore how Theory of Mind (ToM)—the ability to attribute mental states like beliefs, desires, and intentions to oneself and others—can enhance AI capabilities.