CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

EAST AFRICA DATA GOVERNANCE CONFERENCE 2027

📅 Deadline: 11th December 2026, 5:00 PM EAT

Designed for Whom? Trust, Accountability, and the Citizen at the Centre of Data Governance

The East Africa Data Governance Conference 2027 invites researchers, practitioners, policymakers, innovators, journalists, civil society organisations, and community leaders to share ideas, evidence, experiences, and solutions that advance citizen-centred data governance.

Whether you’re leading research, implementing programmes, shaping policy, developing technology, or facilitating community engagement, we welcome your contribution.

What We Are Looking For:

We seek submissions that:

  • Generate actionable recommendations
  • Share practical lessons and experiences
  • Present original research and evidence
  • Showcase innovative approaches and tools
  • Highlight citizen perspectives and lived experiences
  • Generate actionable recommendations

Session Formats

Choose the format that best fits your contribution:

Presentation: Share research, a project, case study, or practical experience.

Requirements: Abstract (up to 300 words), Full paper (3,000-4,000 words), Optional poster (PDF, PowerPoint, or Publisher)


Duration: 60 or 90 minutes


Presenters: 1-3 presenters, with at least 2 attending in person.

Discussion: Lead an interactive conversation on a key issue.

Panel: 3-4 experts discussing an emerging issue.

Roundtable: Moderated discussion with participant engagement.

Workshop: Brief presentations followed by interactive group work

Duration: 60 minutes


Speakers: 3-5 speakers plus 1 moderator, with at least 2 speakers and the moderator attending in person