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Leeds Digital Festival is now the largest ‘open’ tech event in the UK, showcasing digital enterprise and innovation in the city as it celebrates the people and groups who make Leeds and the North such a vibrant hub for digital. Leeds Trinity University is sponsoring the festival as part of its work to recognise and support innovation in the region, inspire its students to thrive in the digital world and build strong relationships across the city.
From 16 September to 27 September there are numerous events running at various locations across the city. Leeds Trinity University will be involved in the delivery of several events. Please find more details and links to book below:
| Date | Event | About the event | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00-4:00pm, 17 September 2024 | From Buzz Words to Best Practice: Why social value is a 2024 business essential |
In a wide-ranging discussion, our business leader and education panel share their thoughts and insights before chairing an open Q&A, in what we hope will be a lively, interactive event. |
Book on the Leeds Digital Festival website. |
| 1:00-4:00pm, 18 September 2024 | Leeds Trinity Escape Boxes |
This event is designed to allow attendees to think about cybersecurity in a unique way. The escape box challenge is open to teams of ideally two to four people. |
To book, head to the Leeds Digital Festival website. |
| 2:00-3:00pm, 18 September | Digital Dynamics: Navigating a journalism career in Leeds |
This is a live podcast featuring Leeds Digital Festival Co-Founder Stuart Clarke MBE, a panel of journalists and leading educators from the Centre for Journalism at Leeds Trinity University. |
Listen via Leeds Trinity University's YouTube channel. |
| 2:00-3:30pm, 25 September 2024 | AI and the Job Market: Ethics, socio-economic impact and maximising benefits |
This panel discussion event will explore how AI is reshaping employment, from creating new job opportunities to altering existing roles, and the broader socio-economic implications of these changes. The discussion will also address the ethical considerations of AI in the workplace, such as bias, fairness, and the need for transparency. |
For more information and to book, visit the Leeds Digital Festival's website. |
| 12:00-2:00pm, 26 September 2024 | Techsploration: Discovering careers in technology |
Dive into an engaging discussion led by industry experts who will unveil the various exciting roles that the tech sector has to offer. |
Book now on the Leeds Digital Festival website. |
Leeds Digital Festival is also hosting a variety of other events which can be viewed on their website.