GET INVOLVED
Get involved with Manchester Digital Strategy events and activities taking place throughout the year.
Train the Trainers: AI Skills Workshop
Are you part of a VCSE or community organisation that’s curious to explore how AI could help realise your organisation’s goals and amplify the impact of your work? Join our upcoming AI Skills Workshop to explore practical ways that AI could benefit your charity or social enterprise and the communities you support!
Whether you’re eager to start exploring the potential of AI or looking to build upon existing skills, our hands-on training session offers the chance to work with AI researchers to explore the risks, ethics and opportunities of AI.
Through practical examples and discussions, we’ll break down:
• What AI is, and how it works
• How AI is already being used in our everyday lives
• The potential benefits, risks and ethical implications of Generative AI chatbots like ChatGPT
• How AI could expand and enhance the support already offered by local charities and community groups
To register for your place, reach out to our Let’s Get Digital team by e-mailing digitalinclusion@manchester.gov.uk. Tickets are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis, so make sure to grab yours before it’s too late!
Digital Skills Event
Do you know anyone that might need help with using the Internet?
Whether you’d like to help an elderly family member stay in touch across a distance; need support setting up online banking; or are interested in helping a young person in your life access the technology they need to get the most out of their education, Manchester City Council’s Digital Skills Event can help!
Pop into Newton Heath Library on 16th October, and you’ll find:
Certified digital skills trainers, providing help and support no matter your skill level
Careers advice and top tips for starting your career in digital
Money-saving apps & website, offering advice on managing your budgets and finances
Free guidance from Citizens Advice on strategies to reduce internet costs and access devices, data, and digital skills training
Quality refurbished laptops from only £60*
There are no costs to join an event, and no need to register.
Simply turn up to take part!
People Powered AI: Showcase & Next Steps
Join us to learn more about Manchester's pioneering People's Panel for AI, and understand its implications for delivery in public service and beyond.
Manchester City Council are one of the first Councils to incorporate the voice of residents and people in its decision making around AI. The Manchester's People Panel for AI is a group of residents from different walks of life empowered with knowledge on data ethics, bias, and algorithmic transparency who generously offered their expertise to consequence scan and questions the use of AI public facing services.
With the first set of People's Panels complete, we're excited to share the key learnings, benefits and impact of the Panel's activities.
In this first sharing session, the project team will share the how, what and why behind the People's Panel, our first round of presenters will share what they've learned from the experience, and finally, we’ll pitch what the future of the Panel could look like.
To find out more about the event, click the link below for more information and details on how to register:
AI for All
Could Artificial Intelligence be used to confront some of the biggest challenges facing society today?
AI has exploded into public consciousness in recent years. Generative AI tools like Gemini, Copilot & ChatGPT are now household names. While the use of AI presents certain ethical challenges and risks, it also has the potential to unlock extraordinary benefits for our city.
We believe that when used ethically, advances in AI can – and should - be leveraged to build a more healthy, prosperous, and sustainable future for everyone.
AI for All is our call to action for developing AI systems and approaches that prioritise human ideals, needs and participation. The event will provide opportunities to hear from leading voices in the field through presentations, project showcases, and panel discussions.
While our agenda isn't yet live, we can promise a day of trailblazing, thought-provoking, and inspirational talks!
To join the conversation on shaping approaches to AI that are accessible, inclusive, and ethical, click the link below to register:
Artificial Intelligence Roadshow: Cheetham Hill
If you're eager to learn about the possibilities, challenges and ethics of AI, and have ever wondered:
What AI means
Whether it can be trusted
How it impacts you
We'd love to invite you to join an Artificial Intelligence Community Roadshow!
From banking to healthcare to education, AI is increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives. With technology rapidly advancing, it's not always easy to keep up with the pace of change.
At Manchester Digital Strategy, we don't believe that anybody should be left behind. We want to demystify the world of AI and make the digital world more accessible for all.
To achieve these aims, we've teamed with up with Manchester Metropolitan University to offer Manchester residents the opportunity to work with researchers to develop a better understanding of what AI is, what it can do, & its relevance to people outside of the tech world.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign Up for the AI Roadshow: Cheetham Hill
Artificial Intelligence Roadshow: Moston
If you're eager to learn about the possibilities, challenges and ethics of AI, and have ever wondered:
What AI means
Whether it can be trusted
How it impacts you
We'd love to invite you to join an Artificial Intelligence Community Roadshow!
From banking to healthcare to education, AI is increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives. With technology rapidly advancing, it's not always easy to keep up with the pace of change.
At Manchester Digital Strategy, we don't believe that anybody should be left behind. We want to demystify the world of AI and make the digital world more accessible for all.
To achieve these aims, we've teamed with up with Manchester Metropolitan University to offer Manchester residents the opportunity to work with researchers to develop a better understanding of what AI is, what it can do, & its relevance to people outside of the tech world.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign up for the AI Roadshow: Moston
Artificial Intelligence Roadshow: Cheetham Hill
If you're eager to learn about the possibilities, challenges and ethics of AI, and have ever wondered:
What AI means
Whether it can be trusted
How it impacts you
We'd love to invite you to join an Artificial Intelligence Community Roadshow!
From banking to healthcare to education, AI is increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives. With technology rapidly advancing, it's not always easy to keep up with the pace of change.
At Manchester Digital Strategy, we don't believe that anybody should be left behind. We want to demystify the world of AI and make the digital world more accessible for all.
To achieve these aims, we've teamed with up with Manchester Metropolitan University to offer Manchester residents the opportunity to work with researchers to develop a better understanding of what AI is, what it can do, & its relevance to people outside of the tech world.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign up to the AI Roadshow: Cheetham Hill
Artificial Intelligence Roadshow: Harpurhey
If you're eager to learn about the possibilities, challenges and ethics of AI, and have ever wondered:
What AI means
Whether it can be trusted
How it impacts you
We'd love to invite you to join an Artificial Intelligence Community Roadshow!
From banking to healthcare to education, AI is increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives. With technology rapidly advancing, it's not always easy to keep up with the pace of change.
At Manchester Digital Strategy, we don't believe that anybody should be left behind. We want to demystify the world of AI and make the digital world more accessible for all.
To achieve these aims, we've teamed with up with Manchester Metropolitan University to offer Manchester residents the opportunity to work with researchers to develop a better understanding of what AI is, what it can do, & its relevance to people outside of the tech world.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign Up for the AI Roadshow: Harpurhey
Artificial Intelligence Roadshow: Miles Platting and Newton Heath
If you're eager to learn about the possibilities, challenges and ethics of AI, and have ever wondered:
What AI means
Whether it can be trusted
How it impacts you
We'd love to invite you to join an Artificial Intelligence Community Roadshow!
From banking to healthcare to education, AI is increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives. With technology rapidly advancing, it's not always easy to keep up with the pace of change.
At Manchester Digital Strategy, we don't believe that anybody should be left behind. We want to demystify the world of AI and make the digital world more accessible for all.
To achieve these aims, we've teamed with up with Manchester Metropolitan University to offer Manchester residents the opportunity to work with researchers to develop a better understanding of what AI is, what it can do, & its relevance to people outside of the tech world.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign up for the AI Roadshow: Miles Platting and Newton Heath
What's Next for Data Centres in Manchester?
Data centres are the backbone for all digital activity, but are often underutilised, serving the interests of businesses worldwide rather than the needs of the communities in which they sit.
In collaboration with techUK & Datum, we're bringing together data centre representatives, technology experts, businesses, organisations, and public bodies for a valuable roundtable discussion on the role of data centres in our city.
If you're interested in better understanding the challenges data centres are facing, and exploring the ways in which they could support regeneration, innovation and growth in Manchester, don't miss out on the chance to join the conversation.
Click the link below to register:
🔗 Sign Up for the Data Centre Roundtable