Schedule

Sunday, 15th – Wednesday, 18th December 2024

Sunday: Arrival of Delegates & Welcome Dinner

Time	Event
1000h	Arrival & Registration
1800h	Welcome Drinks & Entertainment

Monday: Symposium – Combating Disinformation & Harnessing AI for Fair and Secure Elections

Time	Event
0900h	Symposium Registration
0930h	Symposium Opening & Welcoming Address: President of the JCE, Roman Jaquez CEO of ICPS, Matt Gokhool
1000h	Group Photo
1030h-1130h	Morning Panel: Countering the Tide: Strategies for Combating Electoral Disinformation This panel will explore multi-faceted approaches to identify, mitigate, and counter disinformation in elections. Experts will discuss the latest trends in disinformation tactics, share case studies of successful interventions, and debate the role of legislation, AI, and civic education in preserving the integrity of electoral processes. Chair: Ingrid Bicu Speaker 1: Thomas Hicks, US Election Assistance Commission Speaker 2: Sy Mamabolo, CEO of the Election Commission of South Africa Speaker 3: Samira Saba, Smartmatic
1130h-1200h	Keynote Presentation: JCE of the Dominican Republic
1200h	Lunch
1345h-1415h	Keynote Presentation: The Gender Dimension in the Use of AI-Enabled Technologies in Elections Ingrid Bicu
1430h-1530h	Afternoon Panel: AI in Action: Enhancing the Electoral Process This panel will explore the strategic use of AI throughout the electoral cycle, from voter registration to ballot counting and results dissemination. Speakers will discuss the impact of cutting-edge AI tools that are enhancing transparency and efficiency in electoral systems. The session will also highlight key ethical considerations and safeguards necessary to protect voter privacy and maintain electoral integrity. Chair: Jorge Suncar, JCE Speaker 1: TBC Speaker 2: TBC Speaker 3: Eduardo Correia, Smartmatic
1545h-1615h	Keynote Presentation: Alberto Guevara
1615h-1730h	Fringe Events: Industry demonstrations
2000h	Dinner & Entertainment

Tuesday: Awards Ceremony & Symposium – Empowering Democracy: Advancing Electoral Integrity through Staff Training and Technological Innovations

Time	Event
0930h	Symposium Opening
0930h-1000h	Keynote Presentation: Optimising Training and Conditions for Election Staff Success Sonali Campion, Electoral Integrity Project
1000h-1030h	ICPS Presentation Paul Greenhalgh, ICPS Skillwise
1045h-1145h	Morning Panel: Safeguarding Democracy: Strengthening the Electoral Workforce to Prevent Democratic Backsliding This panel will explore strategies for empowering the electoral workforce, vital for safeguarding democracy and preventing backsliding. Experts will discuss the importance of robust training systems and strong institutional frameworks to ensure electoral officials can uphold democracy effectively, even in challenging times. The session will highlight how ongoing professional development and effective management are crucial in maintaining a resilient electoral workforce. Chair: TBC Speaker 1: TBC Speaker 2: TBC Speaker 3: Laura Villalba, International Electoral Consultant, Argentina
1200h-1230h	Keynote Presentation: One Nation, One Election Dr Madhukar Gupta, Commissioner, SEC Rajasthan India
1230h-1300h	Keynote Presentation: Do voter information campaigns make a difference? Professor Daniel Stockemer, University of Ottawa
1315h-1345h	Industry Presentation: Neurotechnology
1345h	Symposium Closing
1030h-1400h	Fringe Events: Industry demonstrations
1400h	Lunch at Hotel
1400h	Rest and/or explore places of interest nearby before the start of the Awards Ceremony
1900h	The International Electoral Awards The International Electoral Awards Ceremony will start at 19:00, ending at 22:00. There will be a dinner and entertainment accompanying the awards ceremony.

Wednesday: Departures and Morning Sight Seeing

Time	Event
1000h	Departures and morning sightseeing. We usually reserve this day for a day tour in the morning for delegates who have late departures, and departures throughout the day.
1000h	Sightseeing trip