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Connected by Data
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We are running a conference on 'Power and participation in public tech' and registration is now open to all. 📆 Friday 6th March 🕰️ 10:00 - 17:00 🏢 Manchester, UK 🔗 connectedbydata.org/events/2026... (1/X)

connectedbydata.orgPower and participation in public techThis conference is for anyone interested in how to achieve better outcomes in the delivery of digital, data and AI work in the public sector through the involvement of the public, communities and workers. Come if you’re a public servant trying to engage or involve the public in your work on technology. Come if you’re working in civil society, in the union movement, or with grassroots groups, trying to be heard. Come to share what you’re up to, and to learn from others; leave with new insights, ideas, and connections.

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Connected by Data
@connectedbydata.org

The conference is focused on how to achieve better outcomes in the delivery of digital, data and AI work in the public sector through the involvement of the public, communities and workers. @elmosmoe.bsky.social will be delivering a keynote and we have panels and small table discussions. (2/6)

Connected by Data
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The use of data and AI within the public sector is essential for the efficient delivery of digital public services and for effective, evidence-based policymaking. But the citizens, communities and public sector workers affected by these technologies are often wary. (3/6)

Connected by Data
@connectedbydata.org

They are (rightly) concerned about the safety and security of their data; about inaccuracies and biases in automated decision making; about impacts on the quality of their work; and about being forced to use apps and chatbots when they just want to speak to a real person. (4/6)

Connected by Data
@connectedbydata.org

Involving and empowering the public and public sector workers – through deliberative and participatory methods – can help avoid harmful impacts, increase trust and enhance adoption. 🔗 connectedbydata.org/events/2026... (5/6)

connectedbydata.orgPower and participation in public techThis conference is for anyone interested in how to achieve better outcomes in the delivery of digital, data and AI work in the public sector through the involvement of the public, communities and workers. Come if you’re a public servant trying to engage or involve the public in your work on technology. Come if you’re working in civil society, in the union movement, or with grassroots groups, trying to be heard. Come to share what you’re up to, and to learn from others; leave with new insights, ideas, and connections.