Informing You.

The AI ecosystem is developing rapidly, with new tools, approaches and understandings forming almost daily.

To address the perceived void in clear UK AI leadership and low public trust, we will serve as Harlow’s central forum for thought leadership. We achieve this by:

Hosting Expert Discussions:

We bring in leading thinkers to explore new technologies, emerging trends, and what they mean for our society, moving beyond superficial narratives.

Guiding Local Strategy:

We facilitate strategic dialogue to help local leaders develop the responsible AI policies that over half (52%) of organisations currently lack.

Supporting Local Industry & Building Future Skills.

UK businesses are struggling to turn AI potential into real-world progress, with nearly two-thirds of firms failing to move AI projects beyond the pilot stage. We provide vital support to ensure our local industry and workforce stay competitive. Our approach includes:

Workforce Up-skilling & Integration:

We offer dedicated workshops for businesses and their employees, teaching them how to integrate emerging technologies and reimagine their capabilities with AI as a powerful teammate.

Practical “Future Skills” for All:

We will provide vital micro-courses, open to everyone, focusing on empowering individuals with skills for personal and career development in an AI-powered world.

Empowering Educators.

With 76% of UK teachers lacking confidence to guide pupils on AI and 74% receiving no AI training, our mission is to provide direct and impactful support. We will empower Harlow’s educators at all career stages by:

Providing Hands-On Professional Development:

Offering practical, ongoing sessions and useful resources for everyone, from trainee teachers to school leaders.

Building a Collaborative Network:

Creating a professional community for Harlow’s educators to share expertise, celebrate successes, and find solutions to challenges together.

Fostering True Empowerment:

Our ultimate goal is to ensure educators feel supported and inspired, so they are not just using AI, but are truly empowered by it.