# Event Details - **Event Name**: AI in social services symposium - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 04:15 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Explore the responsible use of AI in social services and how it is changing the way we work.About this EventTuesday 3 November 2026, 10.00am to 4.15pm, COSLA Conference Centre, Edinburgh. Free to attend.Join the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) for a symposium on the responsible use of AI in social work, social care and children and young people's services.Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already part of how social services work and its role is growing. The question for everyone is how to use it well.Earlier this year we published our five key principles for the responsible use of AI. At the symposium we will launch our new guidance for workers and employers on putting those principles into practice. This event is open to organisations and individuals across the sector, specifically to people who are guiding their team or service through the adoption of AI and the changes that are coming.Through presentations, workshops and panel discussion, the day will explore:how AI is being used in social services now and where it is headingthe new SSSC guidance on using AI well and what it means for workers and employershow ready your organisation is to adopt AI safely, with practical frameworks you can take away and usewhat research tells us about AI's impact on critical thinking and professional decision makinga human rights approach to AI in social care, keeping dignity, choice and control at the centrewhether AI strengthens care or diminishes its human value and how to tell the difference.This is an interactive event designed to encourage conversation and discussion.Workshops and discussion sessions throughout the day, and what we hear from you, will shape how the SSSC and its partners support the sector next.Refreshments and lunch are provided.Places are free but limited. Book now to secure yours. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/ai-in-social-services-symposium/100001997837830732 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, conferences, artificial-intelligence - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours 15 minutes - Location: COSLA Conference Centre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: COSLA Conference Centre - **lat**: 55.9452438 - **long**: -3.2207172 - **full address**: COSLA Conference Centre, 19 Haymarket Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: AI in social services symposium - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/e58da84cf64ce4f7c8299925c9f6dd0aacd9dbda82c8aa428c920820441df2c9-rimg-w1200-h594-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1787261548 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is AI in social services symposium being held? - **A:** AI in social services symposium takes place on Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 10:00 am to Tue, 03 Nov, 2026 at 04:15 pm at COSLA Conference Centre, 19 Haymarket Yards, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing AI in social services symposium? - **A:** AI in social services symposium is organized by Scottish Social Services Council. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** AI in social services symposium is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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