Face-to-Face Event: "Shaping Worker Rights in the Era of AI"* 

Date: 16-17 May 

Venue: Hotel Lavica, Samobor 

Day 1: 

Morning Session 

09:00 - 09:30 | Registration and Welcome Coffee 

09:30 - 10:00 | Opening Address: Introduction and objectives of the event. 

10:00 - 11:30 | Workshop with Jessica Pidoux from PersonalData.IO and University of Neuchâtel: “Surveillance at Work: Are You Being Tracked?" An interactive session on app tracking with a focus on AI in gig work platforms. Participants are encouraged to bring their data for a hands-on analysis. 

11:30 – 11:45 | Coffee break 

11:45 – 12:00 | Q&A with Jessica Pidoux 

12:00 - 14:00 | Lunch Break (Extended to 2 hours for networking opportunities) 

Afternoon Session 

14:00 - 15:15 | Expert Panel: Regulatory Frameworks and Worker Protection: Discussion on existing and upcoming laws affecting AI and labor rights. 

Ana Šostarec, Lawyer 

Duje Kozomara, Co-founder of Politiscope, NGO focused on the protection of human and digital rights and democratic electoral processes 

Tomislav Kiš, General Secretary of Novi Sindikat 

15:15 - 15:30 | Coffee break 

15:30 - 16:45 | Residency: Afternoon with Jessica Pidoux: An open session for workers who couldn't attend the morning workshop. Jessica will assist in accessing their data in real-time, bypassing GDPR requests. 

Parallel Workshop: 15:30 - 16:45 | Engaging Trade Unions in the AI Debate: A workshop for trade union representatives from across Europe to discuss strategies for integrating AI awareness and data rights into union work. 

17:00 - 17:30 | Day 1 Wrap-up and Call to Action: Reflections, lessons learned, and a call to gather more worker experiences for future research. 

Evening Social Event 

18:00 - 20:00 | Samobor: An informal gathering at a popular café in Samobor for networking and sharing insights. 

Day 2: 

Morning Session 

09:00 - 09:30 | Recap of Day 1 

09:30 - 11:00 | Masterclass: "Negotiating with Data": Enhance negotiation skills in an AI-driven workplace, with an emphasis on using data as leverage. 

11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee break 

11:15 - 12:45 | Keynote Speech by PersonalData.io: "Benefits and pitfalls of EU platform work directive in relation to data and algorithms" + 15-minute Q&A This talk delves into how data protection, mutualization, and valorization play crucial roles in deciphering algorithmic management at work and fostering union-based collective power, particularly in the context of platform work practices, under the framework of the European Union's new directive approved. 

12:45 - 14:45 | Lunch Break (Extended to 2 hours for networking opportunities) 

Afternoon Session 

15:00 - 17:00 | Zagreb Visit: A guided tour exploring the historical and cultural highlights of Zagreb, offering participants a chance to discover the city's rich heritage. 

* The program is subject to changes and additions up until the start of the event. Future-Proof Collective Bargaining 

Samobor is a picturesque town near Zagreb, known for its medieval fortress, beautiful nature, and the traditional Croatian dessert, kremšnita. It's a beloved destination for both locals and tourists seeking relaxation and gastronomic delights. 

Zagreb, Croatia's capital, boasts a vibrant cultural scene, historic architecture, and numerous parks. It's a city where tradition meets contemporary, offering visitors a rich tapestry of experiences. 

Venue Description: Hotel Lavica 

Hotel “Lavica” is situated in the heart of Samobor, one of the oldest and most popular excursion spots in Croatia, only 25 km from Zagreb. Located near the Old Town, among the plane trees and next to the Samobor Museum, this hotel is housed in a building that has been entered in the register of cultural monuments with zero category heritage value, making it an excellent choice for visitors to Samobor.