Public Service AI Summit 2026 Creating a Responsive Government Join us Nov. 17, 2026 | Washington, D.C. and Virtual Summit Details Hosted by the Partnership for Public Service AI Center for Government®, this summit will convene public sector leaders, senior government officials, leading academics, policy experts, civic innovators and technologists to explore how artificial intelligence can help governments become more effective, responsive and accountable to the people they serve. Across dynamic keynotes, cross-sector panels and interactive breakouts, we will: Showcase real-world, high-impact uses of AI in government Spotlight responsive government innovation Explore responsible AI solutions to public sector challenges Launch the inaugural Public Service AI Excellence Awards, recognizing exemplary AI use across the public sector Attendees will exchange practical insights, actionable research and meaningful connections with the leaders shaping the future of AI in the public sector. You can expect expert content, implementable tools, hands-on demos and compelling conversations on government’s responsible use of AI. We’ll explore questions like these: How are state, local and federal government agencies using AI to better serve the public? How is government evaluating the public impact of its AI interventions? What does government AI leadership look like today? How does the AI policy governance landscape influence AI use in government? Registration opens soon, so save the date today! Add your email above to be notified with updates. Date and Time Nov. 17, 2026 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. EST Location In person: Washington, D.C. Virtual participants: Airmeet. Virtual registrants will receive a link several days before the summit Audience Public sector leaders at all levels of government, representatives from civic tech nonprofits, academics with a specialization in AI or public policy and invited guests. Member of a private sector organization interested in participating? Please email us at [email protected] for information about sponsorship opportunities. Registration In Person: $59 Complimentary breakfast and lunch Summit admission (in-person) Access to post-event recordings Virtual: $39 Summit admission (virtual) Access to post-event recordings If you are no longer able to attend, your registration may be transferred to another eligible individual. Full refunds for cancellations may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Registration fees are non-refundable if you change from in-person to virtual attendance after payment. Don’t miss: First Annual Public Service AI Excellence Awards As part of the summit, the Partnership will announce the inaugural winners of the Public Service AI Excellence Awards! These awards will recognize government leaders who use AI in exemplary ways to better serve the public. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to celebrate and learn from leaders shaping the future of technology in government! The Public Service AI Summit is made possible by the AI Center for Government’s generous founding supporters: With additional event support provided by Anthropic, the IBM Center for The Business of Government and The Innovation Studio. Interested in learning about summit sponsorship opportunities? Email us at [email protected]. Frequently Asked Questions Do I qualify to register for the summit? Registration is open to public sector leaders at all levels of government, representatives from civic tech nonprofits, academics with a specialization in AI or public policy and invited guests. Member of a private sector organization interested in participating? Please email us at [email protected] for information about sponsorship opportunities. How do I register for the summit? Registration opens soon! Subscribe to our newsletter for updates or, enter your name above. When can I see the summit agenda? Explore the summit agenda on this page. Will the sessions be recorded? If so, how can I access the recordings? Sessions will be recorded via Airmeet. All registered participants will have access to session recordings after the summit. NOTE: The breakout session From Statute to Service: Capitol Hill Perspectives on Building Government’s AI Capacity is an off-the-record conversation and will not be recorded. I am attending virtually; how do I join? Use your unique Airmeet invitation link to join the event. You will receive this link via email a few days before the event. Here is a short checklist to join: Grant Permissions for Mic and Camera Use Chrome browser Close all other applications/ tools accessing the mic and camera in the background, such as Teams or Zoom Disable VPN / Ad blockers Is the summit open to sponsorships? Yes, please email us at [email protected] about sponsorship opportunities.