*The Schwartz Reisman Institute is partnering with the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy to co-host the inaugural* ***Toronto Public Tech Workshop****, held in person June 9, 2023, which will present new and exciting research that explores the use of technology for public purposes. A call for papers is now open, with a deadline of April 30, 2023.*

The University of Toronto’s Schwartz Reisman Institute for Technology and Society and Munk School for Global Affairs & Public Policy are partnering to host the first Toronto Public Tech Workshop, to be held in person on June 9th, 2023.

The workshop will bring together scholars from a wide range of backgrounds to present new and exciting research that explores the use of technology for public purposes, and propose creative solutions for shaping society through technology.

A call for papers for the workshop is now open, with a deadline of April 30th, 2023.

Technology and the public good

Technology has become an integral part of our lives, and its impact on society is undeniable. From healthcare to education, finance to transportation, technology has transformed the way we live and work. However, the rapid pace of innovation also raises concerns about privacy, security, and equity. There is a pressing need to explore and propose solutions to these challenges through research, policy, regulation, partnerships, and collaborations across various academic disciplines.

This workshop aims to address these challenges and offer new insights and solutions by bringing together diverse perspectives and expertise from a wide range of researchers. Presenters from various disciplines will share and discuss ideas on how to leverage new and existing technologies for public purposes, integrate policy and governance considerations, and build successful partnerships across industry, and civil society that engage with democratic institutions and citizens.

Save the date: June 9th, 2023

The Schwartz Reisman Institute is pleased to co-host the Toronto Public Tech Workshop with the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto, a leader in interdisciplinary research, teaching, and global engagement.

“We are excited to provide a platform for cutting-edge research and discussion that engages a diverse group of scholars,” said Peter Loewen, director of the Munk School and an associate director at the Schwartz Reisman Institute. “This workshop will enable new opportunities for researchers at the intersection of technology and society to help enable policymakers and technologists build more fruitful collaborations, and hopefully shed light on how governments can better address the disruption of technology and harness its opportunities.”

The Toronto Public Tech Workshop will take place in person at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy, enabling presenters and participants to engage in deep discussions and make new connections across two days of sessions.

The call for papers is open to any researchers whose work explores the use of technology for public purposes. The organizers welcome submissions from various academic disciplines, including computer science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and law. The papers can be empirical, theoretical, or policy-oriented.

The deadline for submitting papers is April 31, 2023. For additional inquiries and to submit a proposal, email sri.communications@utoronto.ca with the subject line “Toronto Public Tech Workshop.”