Presentation: The resilient city of the future – digital innovation meeting community needs

This session explores how cities can harness digital technologies – such as AI, IoT, and data analytics – alongside social policy to enhance resilience. Speakers will discuss strategies for rapid adaptation, efficient recovery, and improving equity and safety for residents. The session highlights the integration of innovation and community-focused planning to create urban environments that are both smart and resilient.

Key talking points:

• Leveraging technology to monitor, predict, and respond to urban risks
• Aligning digital innovation with social policy and community priorities
• Designing systems that enhance equity, safety, and service continuity
• Planning for adaptive, forward-looking urban resilience strategies