2026
Diversity Conference

5 june | Holiday Inn Zaventem

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Technology alone does not define the future of work. The choices you make do.

AI is no longer just a trend—it is fundamentally reshaping how we hire, evaluate, and collaborate. But as the technological revolution accelerates, a critical shift is happening: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) is moving from a moral mission to a strategic business necessity.

With the enforcement of the EU AI Act, the responsibility for fair and non-discriminatory algorithms now rests squarely on the shoulders of providers and users. Discrimination is no longer just an ethical flaw; it is a significant business risk and a legal liability.

Why You Need to Be There

At the Diversity Conference 2026, we bridge the gap between AI innovation and human-centric leadership. This is your opportunity to claim your seat at the strategic table as the essential coach guiding your organization through this transformation.

Our keynote speaker, Öztürk Taspinar, will reveal how the EU AI Act elevates the DE&I manager to a crucial strategic role, managing liability and ensuring ethical compliance both internally and externally.

Join an interactive panel moderated by Louis de Diesbach, exploring the real-world impact of AI on our daily workspace and how to keep inclusion at the heart of innovation.

Guided by Dilnoza Shaumarova (The Disruptives), we will move beyond theory to create a day of deep impact, reflection, and actionable insights.

📅 Save Your Seat at the Table

Date: 5 June 2026
Location: Holiday Inn Brussels Airport (Diegem)
Target Audience: DE&I Experts, HR Leaders, CEOs, and Change-makers.

Don’t just watch the future happen. Shape it. Register now to secure your spot and lead your organization toward an inclusive, AI-driven future.

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Morning

09:00	Welcome & speech	Emmanuelle Verhagen
09:15	European Commission Speech	Carles Dedeu Fontcuberta
09:35	Design Thinking & Joint Talk (1)	Dilnoza Shaumarova (The Disruptives) & Diversity Charter Belgium
10:00	Keynote (+ break)	Öztürk Taspinar
10:45	Panel: The impact on labourmarkets	Moderated by: Louis de Diesbach (ULB/Solvay) With: Nicky Dries (KULeuven) Juliette Malherbe (HighHer) (TBC) Jens Meijen (Umaniq) Rein Meirte (Clusity)
12:15	Lunch

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Afternoon

13:00	Feel It. Build It. AI, Work & Human Leadership	Dilnoza Shaumarova (The Disruptives)
14:15	Break
15:30	Signing Ceremony & Group Picture	Signatories
16:00	Networking Drink