Two learning communities by the Knowledge Centre: what’s in it for you?
14.02.2024
Sharing experiences, ideas and concerns with your peers on AI related projects, that is what we like to simulate with the Knowledge Centre Data & Society! By bringing you and peers together to discuss these, you can come up with actions to address these concerns and pitfalls in AI projects.
In late 2022, we launched the Learning Community ‘AI and ethics in practice’. Now, after more than a year, we are excited to announce another learning community in collaboration with the Vlaamse Vereniging voor Steden en Gemeenten (VVSG) and VLAIO.
In this blogpost, you can find more information on the two learning communities and what they can mean to you.
AI and ethics in practice
Are you wondering how to deploy technology in a responsible and fair manner? Do ethical questions related to AI and data-driven applications intrigue you, but you’re unsure how to address them in your projects? You’re not alone!
While many organizations recognize the ethical and legal complexities of AI and data-related innovations, integrating these considerations into day-to-day operations remains challenging. Our Learning Community aims to bridge this gap by facilitating the exchange of knowledge, experiences, best practices, and questions among ethics officers, digital ethicists, AI ethics officers, and other professionals.
Details
By whom: Knowledge Centre Data & Society
Goal: share experiences, learn from peers, turning ethical reflections into concrete actions
Target group: professionals from public and private organizations involved in AI projects (development, use, and implementation)
Frequency: four times a year
Format: three online sessions and one offline meeting
Language: English
Visit our events page to find upcoming meet-ups for this learning community. If you’d like to attend the next session(s), be sure to register!
'Verantwoord innoveren als lokaal bestuur'
Local governments have been experimenting with AI and other innovations for quite some time. The Vlaamse Vereniging voor Steden en Gemeenten (VVSG) and the Knowledge Centre Data & Society have received numerous inquiries regarding responsible innovation and how to implement it within municipalities. This learning community aims to facilitate the exchange of experiences among local governments and offers seminars and workshops to promote responsible innovation.
Details:
By whom: VVSG, Knowledge Centre Data & Society & VLAIO
Goal: exchange case studies and enhance competences in responsible innovation through education
Target group: employees of Flemish cities and communes
Frequency: four times a year
Format: offline and hybrid meetings
Language: Dutch
Did you already know about the kick-off of the learning trajectory ‘Verantwoord innoveren als lokaal bestuur’?
During this kick-off event on March 26, 2024, you’ll hear from:
Daniël Tijink (ECP) discussing responsible innovation.
Hans Arents (Digitaal Vlaanderen) explaining guidelines for using generative AI.
Patrick van Hoorde (VLAIO) sharing insights on informing, inspiring, and involving employees during AI implementation.
Ward Kerckhof (Stad Halle) showcasing examples of AI applications in the city of Halle.
Interested in joining? Register here!
More information?
For more information on the learning community ‘AI and ethics in practice’, please contact willemien.laenens@vub.be.
For more information on the learning trajectory ‘Verantwoord innoveren als lokaal bestuur’, please contact rob.heyman@vub.be.
