Are you seeking a space to engage critically around the use of data-driven systems that classify people to make decisions about how they are treated?

Do you want to engage with this topic in the company of an interdisciplinary cohort of researchers and practitioners in a way that goes beyond the writing of an academic paper?

The utilization of data for the classification of people surfaces concerns about the data-driven perpetuation of systemic discrimination, among other types of harms. At this doctoral school, we aim to challenge this idea and focus on alternate approaches for the use (or non-use) of data.

We invite all those who are engaging with data-driven systems in some way to apply — whether they are building them, using them, being impacted by them, auditing them, analyzing them through a sociotechnical lens, or engaging in activist critique of them.

Participants at the doctoral school will have the opportunity and space to engage critically, creatively, and interactively with their concerns and their alternative visions for the role of data in society.

There is no registration fee!

The doctoral school is taking place June 28 – 30 in Hanover, Germany. This is a free event, and lunch will be provided on each day. Travel, accommodation and other costs will need to be covered by participants.

Space is limited! Apply to attend the doctoral school by sending us a short participation proposal, along with your name, affiliation, and current role by filling out this form https://forms.gle/qSQC1MgGF2yN4p7g9. We are confirming assistance on a rolling basis. The registration period is closed. We look forward to seeing you in Hannover!

Prompt: Share with us your vision of what “Data Beyond Classification” could be, should be, or cannot be. How does this vision connect to your current practice (professional or personal)? What would you want to work on and produce over these three days with a diverse transdisciplinary group of people? This can be a specific thing that you want to create, or a specific question or concept related to the theme which you would like to explore deeply. Optionally, include a link to your website, social media, previous projects, or other online presence you would like us to see.