Co-Designing a Safe, Fair, and Trustworthy Digital Greater Manchester
The purpose of this workshop was to engage a diverse range of local residents in shaping ethical standards for digital public services, to ensure the future Ethical Digital Public Services Charter reflects community priorities and is codesigned with resident input.
Time & Location
26 Sept 2025, 13:00 – 16:00
Manchester, 6 Mount St, Manchester M2 5NS, UK
About the event
Our city is becoming more digital – with things like smart transport, digital health services, and public safety cameras. We want to make sure technology helps everyone in Greater Manchester live a good life.
But how do we make sure it is used in a way that’s safe, fair, and trustworthy? We want you to help us shape a better future for Greater Manchester.
What to expect:
An informal session where everyone can share their views.
Free to attend – we’ll cover travel and provide a £50 Amazon voucher as a thank-you.
You don’t need to be a tech expert – we want real voices and experiences from all parts of Greater Manchester.
What we will talk about:
What is this technology?
How will technology be used in Greater Manchester.
Any worries or concerns about things like data, privacy, security and safety.
How we make sure everyone benefits, including people who are often left out.
Learn more about this Deep Dive project:
Read the workshop report:
Let’s build a safer, fairer digital Greater Manchester – together
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who are GMCA?
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) is made up of the 10 Greater Manchester councils and Mayor who work with other local services, communities and partners to improve the city-region.
What is the SPRITE+ Network?
SPRITE+ connects researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in digital contexts. SPRITE+ serves as a hub for collaboration between academics and non-academics interested in areas of security, privacy, identity and trust.
What can I expect at the session?