Belfast · Assembly Buildings Conference Centre
Hosted by EPIC Futures NI
Explore how evidence, innovation and AI can support fairer, more inclusive employment in Northern Ireland at this free full-day showcase in Belfast. Taking place on Thursday 19 November 2026, from 9:00am to 4:30pm GMT, the EPIC Futures NI Final Showcase brings together policymakers, researchers, businesses, delivery organisations and community partners at the Assembly Buildings Conference Centre. Registration, refreshments and networking begin at 9:00am, followed by the formal programme at 9:30am. What to expect The programme features 12 research and innovation presentations across four sessions, including findings from eight projects supported by EPIC Futures NI’s £440,000 Phase 2 Policy Commissioning Call. Topics include: - Economic inactivity and place-based interventions - Measuring progression through employment support - Inclusive recruitment for autistic jobseekers - Supported employment for under-represented groups - Youth work’s contribution to education, employment and training - Migrant entrepreneurship and inclusive enterprise support - Green skills and Northern Ireland labour-market intelligence - Three AI-powered resources: the Green Skills Navigator, Employer Skills Compass and Labour Market Observatory Professor Kristel Miller, Principal Investigator of EPIC Futures NI, will open the day with reflections on the programme and the role of place-based partnerships. A keynote address and presentations from academic, policy, business and community partners will follow, with an interactive Q&A during each session. A dedicated exhibition area will also feature research posters, reports, policy briefings, digital tools and other outputs developed across the programme. This English-language event is designed for anyone involved in creating a more inclusive, evidence-informed labour market in Northern Ireland. Free tickets are available. Register for the EPIC Futures NI Showcase
