Labor, Dignity, and the Right Not to Work in an AI World

What happens to our sense of purpose when AI takes over the work we once valued? As companies pilot four-day weeks and automation reshapes entire industries, societies worldwide are rethinking what “work” means and who deserves to rest. How can we craft policies and cultures that honor human dignity in an increasingly automated future?
Join us for a curiosity-driven conversation, where we’ll explore:

• AI-driven displacement: Which roles are most at risk and how do we balance productivity with social well-being?
• Redefining “work”: Does a paycheck still define a person’s worth, or can we find value beyond traditional labor?
• Universal Basic Income & reduced work weeks: Are these bold experiments the start of a fairer safety net or a moral hazard?
• Reskilling vs. downtime: How do we support lifelong learning without turning it into an endless obligation?
• Social identity & self-worth: What happens to our communities when work becomes optional or obsolete?

Whether you’re a startup leader reimagining your culture, a policy enthusiast, a worker curious about tomorrow, or someone fascinated by the future of society, bring your perspectives, questions, or visions for a post-work world.

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Why Attend?

• Connect with thinkers across tech, economics, and ethics
• Dive into real-world case studies and emerging experiments
• Walk away with practical frameworks and resources for advocacy, policy design, and personal planning