--- eventsindex_id: EI-06773 slug: iapp-aigg-europe-2026-dublin title: "IAPP AI Governance Global Europe" title_alt: ["AI Governance Global Europe", "IAPP AI Governance Conference Dublin"] canonical_url: https://eventsindex.org/events/iapp-aigg-europe-2026-dublin.html next_edition_dates: "2026-06-01 to 2026-06-04" next_edition_year: 2026 date_start: 2026-06-01 date_end: 2026-06-04 venue: "The Convention Centre Dublin" city: "Dublin" country: "Ireland" organiser: "International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)" organiser_url: "https://iapp.org/conference/iapp-aigg-europe" b2b: true vector: sector: [ia-data] audience: [practitioner, policy-maker, corporate, service-provider] format: [conference, workshop] purpose: [education, networking, benchmarking] geography_scope: [Western-Europe, pan-EMEA] season: summer meta_description: "Annual AI governance conference in Dublin attracting 700 privacy and digital responsibility professionals to address EU AI Act implementation and compliance." editorial_take: "Key European venue for AI governance and privacy compliance professionals navigating regulatory implementation." generated_by: "enrich/generators/fiche_md.py" last_verified: "2026-05-11" schema_version: "v6.0" language: en --- # IAPP AI Governance Global Europe > *The annual European gathering of AI governance, privacy, and digital responsibility professionals, convening in Dublin each June to address regulatory trends, EU AI Act implementation, ethics, and emerging compliance frameworks for AI systems.* --- ## Quick Facts | DATES | VENUE | ORGANISER | ATTENDANCE | |---|---|---|---| | 1–4 June 2026 | Convention Centre Dublin, Ireland | International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) | c. 700 (organiser figure) | ## Definition IAPP AI Governance Global Europe is a four-day annual conference that brings AI governance, privacy, and digital responsibility professionals together to examine the policy, regulatory, and operational dimensions of AI deployment in Europe. The 2026 edition takes place in Dublin from 1 to 4 June. The programme spans keynotes, breakout sessions, and hands-on training workshops, with a particular focus on the EU AI Act and its implications for organisations operating across the region. ## What is IAPP AI Governance Global Europe and why does it matter for AI governance professionals? IAPP AI Governance Global Europe sits at the intersection of technology policy and enterprise compliance, addressing the regulatory environment that organisations operating AI systems in Europe now face. With the EU AI Act entering its implementation phases, practitioners across legal, compliance, technology, and public policy functions are under increasing pressure to operationalise governance frameworks. The Dublin event gathers practitioners alongside EU-level regulators, national government officials, and independent experts to examine what those frameworks look like in practice. Sessions run across four full days and cover both foundational principles and fast-moving developments including generative AI, agentic AI systems, and bias mitigation. A separately ticketed professional certification exam and training workshops extend the learning offering beyond the main conference floor. ## Who attends IAPP AI Governance Global Europe - AI governance professionals and programme leads within technology and enterprise organisations - Privacy and data protection officers working at the intersection of AI and GDPR - Compliance, legal, and risk professionals navigating EU AI Act obligations - Public policy and regulatory affairs practitioners from government and regulatory bodies - AI ethics and responsible-AI specialists - Digital responsibility officers and consultants - Technology professionals building or deploying AI and machine-learning systems - Academics and researchers in privacy, AI policy, and digital governance (complimentary rate available) ## What IAPP AI Governance Global Europe covers programmatically - AI governance strategy and implementation - EU AI Act: obligations, timelines, and operational compliance - AI regulation and cross-border policy trends - Generative AI and agentic AI: governance and risk considerations - Responsible AI and human-centric design principles - AI ethics and bias mitigation - Privacy and data governance in AI systems - Digital responsibility and transparency frameworks ## Programme tracks and special formats - **Keynote sessions:** plenary presentations from regulators, senior officials, and domain experts addressing current AI governance priorities - **Breakout sessions:** smaller, topic-focused discussions allowing deeper engagement with specific regulatory and technical questions - **Training workshops:** structured learning formats offered as part of the extended programme; ticketed separately from the main conference - **Certification exam:** a discounted AI Governance Professional certification exam available to attendees; offered separately from main conference registration ## Notable speakers - Gill Whitehead, Director of the EU AI Office, DG Connect, European Commission - Niamh Smyth, Ireland's first Minister for Trade Promotion, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation, Government of Ireland - Helen Dixon, former Data Protection Commissioner, Ireland - Simon McDougall, Member of the European Parliament - Trevor Hughes, Chief Executive Officer, International Association of Privacy Professionals - Mark Little, journalist and entrepreneur, Kinzen - Niamh Hodnett, Founder and CEO, Relational AI Consulting - Niall Muldoon, speaker on AI governance implications ## Edition history - **2026:** Convention Centre Dublin, Dublin, Ireland (1–4 June 2026); first documented edition in the Index Events database ## IAPP AI Governance Global Europe 2026: key figures | Metric | Value | |---|---| | Expected attendees | c. 700 (organiser figure) | | Duration | 4 days | | Venue capacity type | Convention centre | | Languages | English | | Exhibitors | Not publicly disclosed as of verification | | Speakers count | Not publicly disclosed as of verification | ## FAQ · Identity and audience ### What is IAPP AI Governance Global Europe? IAPP AI Governance Global Europe is the annual European conference of the International Association of Privacy Professionals, focused on AI governance, regulatory compliance, and responsible AI. The 2026 edition runs from 1 to 4 June at the Convention Centre Dublin and is expected to draw around 700 professionals, according to the organiser. ### How does this event differ from the IAPP Global Privacy Summit? The IAPP portfolio includes several distinct events. IAPP AI Governance Global Europe concentrates specifically on AI governance, the EU AI Act, and the governance of AI and machine-learning systems. The IAPP Global Privacy Summit has a broader privacy and data protection remit. The European focus of this event means the regulatory framing centres on EU instruments rather than a global comparative overview. ### Who is IAPP AI Governance Global Europe NOT designed for? - Organisations or individuals seeking a technology product showcase; the programme is policy, governance, and compliance focused rather than vendor-led - Early-stage founders or startup teams attending primarily for investor access or commercial deal flow; no matchmaking or startup-specific programming is documented - Professionals whose primary interest is cybersecurity operations or infrastructure security, which is outside the event's governance and regulatory remit - Generalist business audiences without a direct stake in AI governance, privacy regulation, or digital compliance - Practitioners looking exclusively for technical AI or machine-learning engineering content; the programme addresses governance and policy rather than model development ### Is there a pathway to professional certification at the event? A discounted AI Governance Professional certification exam is offered to attendees as a separate option alongside training workshops. This is ticketed independently from the main conference registration. ## The venue: Convention Centre Dublin The Convention Centre Dublin is located at Spencer Dock, North Wall Quay in Dublin's Docklands district, at the junction of the River Liffey and the Grand Canal Dock. It is a purpose-built convention facility designed to host large-scale international conferences and provides direct access to Dublin city centre, with Connolly rail station and LUAS tram services nearby. The venue has been the host for a range of major international B2B events across the technology, policy, and professional services sectors. ## The organiser: International Association of Privacy Professionals The International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) is a not-for-profit membership association founded in 2000 and headquartered in Portsmouth, United States. With an estimated 1,000 to 1,500 employees, the IAPP defines, promotes, and improves the professions of privacy, AI governance, and digital responsibility globally. It serves members across more than 80 countries through training programmes, certification schemes, original research, and a portfolio of conferences. Alongside IAPP AI Governance Global Europe, the organisation produces several major events including the IAPP Global Privacy Summit, IAPP Privacy Security Risk, IAPP Canada Privacy Symposium, IAPP Data Protection Intensives, and the IAPP Asia Privacy Forum. The IAPP's professional certifications, including CIPP, CIPM, and CIPT designations, are widely recognised within the privacy and AI governance professions. --- ## Editorial take *IAPP AI Governance Global Europe arrives in Dublin at a moment when EU AI Act obligations are moving from legislation to operational implementation, positioning this four-day gathering as a relevant reference point for compliance and governance professionals working across the European market.* ## How to register and what it costs Registration is open and can be completed via the official conference page at iapp.org. An academic rate, described as complimentary, is available to full-time university professors and students by request. Complimentary access for investors, startups, or press is not confirmed. Specific pricing tiers beyond the academic rate are not publicly disclosed as of verification. An early-bird deadline is not publicly disclosed as of verification. Training workshops and the AI Governance Professional certification exam are offered separately from main conference registration. ## Networking and engagement Attendees can use the IAPP Events app, delivered via Cvent, for conference navigation and advance session scheduling. Advance scheduling functionality is available, allowing delegates to build a personalised agenda before the event. Formal one-to-one B2B matchmaking is not offered. Session replay access after the event is not available as part of the standard offering. The IAPP also operates a newsletter for members and subscribers; frequency is not publicly disclosed as of verification. ## Call for papers The call for papers for IAPP AI Governance Global Europe 2026 is open. The organiser is accepting proposals on topics including AI governance challenges and solutions, emerging regulatory trends, best practices, and relevant legislation. A submission URL and deadline are not publicly disclosed as of verification. Prospective speakers should consult the official conference website for current submission guidance. ## FAQ · Access and practicalities ### Where is the event held and how accessible is the venue? The 2026 edition takes place at the Convention Centre Dublin, Spencer Dock, North Wall Quay, Dublin D01 T1W6, Ireland. The venue is in the Docklands area of central Dublin and is served by the LUAS Red Line at the Spencer Dock stop and by Connolly rail station, which is approximately a ten-minute walk away. ### What languages are used at the event? All programming at IAPP AI Governance Global Europe is delivered in English. ### Is there a discounted rate for academics? A complimentary academic rate is available to full-time university professors and students, accessible by request. Interested parties should contact the IAPP directly via the registration page. Complimentary rates for other audience categories, including press and startups, are not confirmed. ## Resources | Resource | URL | |---|---| | Official website | https://iapp.org/conference/iapp-aigg-europe | | Register | https://iapp.org/conference/iapp-aigg-europe | | LinkedIn | not disclosed | | Programme | https://iapp.org/conference/iapp-aigg-europe | | Organiser website | https://iapp.org | | Organiser LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/iapp-international-association-of-privacy-professionals | --- **Last verified:** 2026-05-11 **Next review:** 2026-06-10 **Notes:** Speaker line-up and pricing details reflect data available at time of verification; the call for papers is open and the programme may evolve materially before the June 2026 edition. **Variables:** 38/50 **Concept definition:** not applicable