Tech for Good Scotland September 2026
About this Event
Tech for Good Scotland is sponsored by Plinth, Illuminate IT and The Events Hub.
Tech for Good Scotland is organised by Third Sector Lab.
Join us for coffee connections with a morning pastry plus some incredible speakers. This is our 13th Tech for Good Scotland event!
Talks
- Shelley Denton (Scotland Women in Technology & Forrit) and Ross McCulloch (Digital Trustees & Third Sector Lab - 'Why Scotland’s Tech Talent and Civil Society Need Each Other'
- Paola Di Giuseppe - 'Ethics, bias and responsible AI - balancing innovation with accountability'
Who is Tech for Good Scotland for?
- Anyone working in the third sector curious about using digital, data and design to do good stuff.
- Funders supporting organisations to use technology to better deliver services.
- Public sector folks working in policy, funding and delivery.
- Activists using digital to engage with communities and bring about change.
- Start-ups and established businesses passionate about tech for good.
- Digtial, data and design professionals from any sector who see their work as a tool for good.
We have a new venue for 2026 - Barclays Eagle Labs Glasgow.
Principles we are working to as part of the Tech for Good UK Network:
- Technology can be a force for good in society
- Work in the open - it makes collaboration easier. We’re here to collaborate, work together and be part of something bigger.
- Lead by example - celebrate the radical approaches brought by everyone in the community and understand that people have different lived experiences.
- Do no harm / Operate responsibly - despite our best intentions, no one is exempt from making a mistake. But we strive to do our utmost best to ensure we’re accountable for our actions.
- Don’t ponder, do. But do so responsibly.
Why is it in the morning?
We ran a poll and this time slot was most popular. It allows folks from outside Glasgow to get in easily and it allows working parents & carers to attend without lots of planning. Unfortunately no timeslot we choose is going to be perfect for everyone. We will see how this goes and we can change timings for the next one if there's enough demand.
Become a Sponsor of Tech for Good Scotland
Joining forces with Tech for Good Scotland isn't just about putting your name out there; it's about being part of a community that believes technology can make the world a better place.
We're not just talking numbers, but with a reach of over 25,000 people across our social platforms, and an event that brings together over 50 decision-makers from the third, private, and public sectors, the impact could be significant.
By sponsoring our event, you're not just boosting your brand visibility; you're aligning with a mission that matters. Let's make a difference together, in a way that resonates with everyone involved.
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Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM
Coffee, pastries and connections from 10.00am - talks start 10.30am sharp
🕑: 10:25 AM - 10:30 AM
Intro from Ross McCulloch, Third Sector Lab and our hosts Barclays Eagle Labs.
Host: Ross McCulloch
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Ethics, bias and responsible AI - balancing innovation with accountability
Host: Paola Di Giuseppe
Info: AI systems do not make decisions in a vacuum; they learn from data, assumptions and human choices. This talk will explain how bias can enter AI and machine-learning systems, where those biases originate, and why they can be difficult to identify and eliminate.
Using real-world examples, Paolo Di Giuseppe will explore how biased data, inappropriate proxies and design decisions can produce unfair outcomes. The talk will consider who may be affected, the social, ethical and legal consequences, and how organisations can balance innovation with fairness, privacy, accountability and responsible AI practice.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Tech for Good coffee, connections and conversations (we have tea too)
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Why Scotland’s Tech Talent and Civil Society Need Each Other
Host: Shelley Denton
Info: Scotland’s tech sector has enormous talent, while charities and civil society organisations are facing increasingly complex questions around digital, data, cyber security and AI. This talk explores what can happen when those worlds work more closely together - bringing more tech professionals, and more women in particular, into charity boardrooms. Shelley Denton and Ross McCulloch will share lessons from Women Do Boards and Digital Trustees, and make the case for Scotland to lead the way in building more diverse, digitally confident and effective boards.
Closing remarks
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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