Just a friendly reminder that March 26 the Network Institute will organize the fifth edition of the Interdisciplinary Workshop on the Digital Society.
We are happy to invite researchers, students, and practitioners from all disciplines to participate in the Interdisciplinary Workshop on the Digital Society (IWDS’26). The workshop features a packed program combining talks, posters, and interactive sessions. Whether you are presenting your work or joining the conversation, the workshop offers a great opportunity to explore diverse perspectives within and outside of the VU.

Dr. Laura Hollink of the Centrum Wiskunde & Informatica will join us to kick off IWDS with a keynote on Human-Centred Data. Furthermore, we’ll have 24 exciting posters to be presented on various topics related to the digital society.
Program:
- 12:30 – Registration opens (with light snacks)
- 13:00 – Keynote by Dr. Laura Hollink
- 14:00 – Lightning Talks
- 14:30 – Poster Presentations
- 15:30 – Research Speed Dating
- 16:30 – Closing & Drinks
Location: Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, NU Building, Theatre 8.
For more information, please visit the IWDS’26 event page.
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required. Please sign up before Friday, March 20th, 2026 to secure your spot and ensure we can take your dietary requirements into account.