Journeys towards AI adoption

Context

As AI adoption in parliaments increases, so too does the need to understand both good practice and the challenges that this technology creates. A leading group of early-adopter parliaments are now integrating AI in support of daily parliamentary work and processes, including the legislative process. These parliaments are developing internal frameworks, policies and oversight mechanisms to act as checks and balances, leading to the responsible use of AI. Yet in other parliaments, staff and members are using generic AI tools on an ad hoc basis, with basic awareness and limited rules, oversight and governance. Parliaments can benefit from sharing their experiences and learning from each other as they embark on this new journey.

Description

Case studies will showcase how parliaments are using AI to deliver solutions in a range of areas, such as for the transcription of parliamentary debates, as well as for legislative processes and public engagement. Through group discussion and facilitated exchange, participants will take a “deep dive” into how parliaments are approaching the use of AI. They will explore common concerns, discuss challenges faced and identify opportunities. By the end of the session, participants will have a better understanding of the potential uses of AI in their own context.

Organization

09.30 – 11.00: Introducing parliamentary AI journeys

• Scene-setting 

• Group work: Sharing AI journeys in your parliament

• Show and tell: Examples of parliamentary AI journeys

• Round table/Q&A

11:00 – 11:30: Coffee break

11.30 – 13.00: Opportunities and challenges for AI in parliament

• Scene-setting: A focus on the business problems that parliaments are trying to solve

• Group work on opportunities and challenges for parliaments

• Discussion of results, reflections and conclusions