GlobAIpol Summit 2026: Shaping the Future of AI Policy Research (Network Members Only)
Registration deadline: 19 November 2026
The GlobAIpol Summit 2026 brings together members of the Global AI Policy Network for an afternoon of knowledge exchange, reflection and discussion on the future of AI policy research and international collaboration.
This year’s Summit will highlight recent developments in AI governance, showcase research and initiatives from across the network and provide an opportunity for members to shape GlobAIpol’s priorities for the coming year.
Programme highlights
The Summit will open with a welcome from Dr Jason Tucker, Chair of GlobAIpol, followed by a presentation on the State of Play in AI Policy by Professor Virginia Dignum, Director of the AI Policy Lab at Umeå University.
We are also pleased to welcome Dr Joyce Nabende from Makerere University, Uganda, as a keynote speaker.
The first part of the programme will conclude with Network Spotlights, featuring short presentations of flagship projects and recent work by GlobAIpol members.
The second part, The Future of the Network, will focus on an interactive discussion of the network’s research priorities, opportunities for collaboration and future direction. Participants will exchange ideas in smaller groups and contribute to shaping the network’s activities for the coming year.
Registration and participation
The Summit will take place online via Zoom. Participation is open to GlobAIpol members and colleagues interested in contributing to the network’s work. Please register by 19 November 2026.
The opening session will be recorded and made available online. The members’ discussion will not be recorded.
Programme
Opening Session
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 15:00–15:10 | Welcome and introduction to GlobAIpolDr Jason Tucker, Chair of GlobAIpol |
| 15:10–15:20 | State of Play in AI PolicyProfessor Virginia Dignum, AI Policy Lab, Umeå University |
| 15:20–15:40 | KeynoteDr Joyce Nabende, Makerere University, Uganda |
| 15:40–15:50 | Q&A with the speakers |
| 15:50–16:00 | Break |
| 16:00–16:20 | Network SpotlightsHighlights of flagship projects and research from GlobAIpol members |
The Future of the Network
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 16:20–16:30 | Introduction and overview of members’ input |
| 16:30–17:00 | Small-group discussions on the network’s research priorities |
| 17:00–17:20 | Group feedback and open discussion |
| 17:20–17:30 | Summary and next steps |