AI and the future of work - harnessing progress and protecting workers

Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we work, raising urgent questions about how organisations, employees and government must adapt to keep pace, and how employees can be protected, supported and trained.

Join leading voices in law, government and business for a timely panel on how AI is reshaping industries. What must be done to protect and prepare workers for the future?

This event will explore the big questions:

• How is AI impacting jobs in professional services?

• What new regulatory and ethical frameworks are needed?

• How can government and business protect workers and enable reskilling?

The panel brings perspectives from regulation, government policy, and business innovation.

Speakers

Edward Santow
Director of Policy & Governance at the Human Technology Institute, and Industry Professor at UTS, and Former Australian Human Rights Commissioner, Santow leads work on AI regulation, digital identity, and technology governance. He advises the Australian Government on AI and serves on multiple boards promoting human rights and responsible innovation.

The Hon. Sophie Cotsis MP
NSW Minister for Industrial Relations, and Minister for Work Health and Safety.
With a long history in labour rights, social justice, and community campaigns, Minister Cotsis now leads government efforts to protect workers and ensure safe, fair workplaces as AI changes industries.

Sam Nickless
Gilbert + Tobin CEO and partner, where he drives the firm’s innovation and technology agenda. Nickless has deep experience in strategy and organisational transformation. He brings insight into how professional services are adopting AI while balancing efficiency and fairness.