GDS

Who attends?

Our participants are part of a global community of public service innovators and leaders, united by a shared commitment to improving public services across the world.

The open conference is designed for professionals at all levels who are interested in developing and deploying artificial intelligence to improve public services, strengthen resilience, and deliver better outcomes for communities.

2024 Attendees Breakdown

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Who attends?

International changemakers

Public service innovators who are committed to improving public services across the world.

Cybersecurity, Risk & Governance Professionals

Those responsible for ensuring AI systems are secure, ethical, transparent, and trusted.

Digital, Data & IT Professionals

Data analysts, digital transformation teams, and technology managers building the foundations for AI-ready organisations.

Senior Officers & Directors

Leaders responsible for strategy, transformation, operations, and performance who want practical insight into how AI can drive measurable impact.

Policy & Strategy Teams

Officers shaping policy, regulation, procurement, innovation, and organisational change in response to emerging technologies.

Service Managers & Frontline Leaders

Professionals across housing, planning, transport, environment, social care, public health, public safety, and customer services looking to deliver more proactive and responsive services.

Elected Members & Civic Leaders

Councillors, committee members, and political leaders seeking to understand how AI can support better decision making, governance, and citizen trust.

Workforce & Skills Leads

HR, learning and development, and organisational development teams preparing public sector workforces for AI-enabled operations.