Real Futures: Data Ethics Masterclass + Workshop

As organisations accelerate their use of data and AI, ethical challenges have become unavoidable, from questions of consent and bias to issues of accountability and trust. This masterclass demystifies data ethics by moving beyond abstract principles into lived experience. Through interactive ethical games and real-world scenarios, participants explore how values, governance, and design choices shape responsible data use. Desired outcomes: Develop a practical understanding of data ethics frameworks and why they matter.Experience ethical decision-making through simulated dilemmas.Learn how to balance innovation, compliance, and public trust.Leave with a clear ethical checklist and decision compass for use in projects. Agenda: Duration: 3hrs Introduction (20 min) – Why data ethics matters: bias, consent, transparency, accountability.Frameworks & Principles (30 min) – Overview of major ethics frameworks (EU AI Act, DIFC, OECD, REDF).Ethical Games (100 min) – Interactive dilemmas:“Data Dilemmas” game based on Rushworth Kidder’s 4 ethical dilemmas .Live poll on what’s “ethical vs acceptable.”Reflection & Debrief (30 min) – Extract key principles and how to apply them in real-world projects. This event is open to any students, researchers, academics, entrepreneurs, professionals - anyone, with a business, start-up or scale up. Real Futures: Catalyst Converge Accelerator ​​Real Futures:Catalyst Converge is CSRI’s accelerator for ventures building sustainable real estate and built‑environment solutions. The programme accelerates bold, scalable innovation by connecting founders with researchers, industry partners, and real‑world pilot opportunities. ​​Ventures receive guided diagnostics, expert mentorship, access to PGIM and UCL resources, and a collaborative ecosystem focused on real‑asset transformation. ​​What the accelerator offers: ​​Tailored workshops and matched mentorship​​Access to researchers, industry leaders, and investors​​Pilot opportunities with PGIM​​Support for innovation grant applications​​Real‑world validation and market‑readiness ​​The accelerator integrates with the wider CSRI ecosystem - from Bartlett Invents to executive education, hackathons, and thought‑leadership - creating a clear path from idea to pilot to scale.👉 Register your interest in Real Futures: Catalyst Converge Accelerator