Digital analytics for smart governance

SOCGOV 2026: An international platform on social governance and digital transformation

About the project

SOCGOV is a platform that promotes international cooperation in the fields of social policy, digital transformation, and innovative governance. The 2026 edition is dedicated to the application of data-driven decision-making, ethical artificial intelligence, and digital analytics in social policy. SOCGOV 2026 serves as an international forum, an awards program, and a multilateral cooperation platform.

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Our goals

The goal is to promote the responsible and human-centered application of artificial intelligence in the field of social governance
Digitalization

Artificial intelligence and technologies

Social services become more efficient through the use of AI and technologies.

Improving the quality of social services and automating the management through artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.

Optimization

Sustainable and innovative system

The social protection system further enhanced through digitalization.

Establishing a resilient social protection system based on a flexible and innovative management model.

Strategy

Development prospects

Sustainable development and more effective management of social services.

Defining a new strategic development that responds to the changing needs in social protection, based on innovation and digitalization.

Priorities

New strategic directions

Building a flexible management model in line with new requirements.

Identifying priority areas for the development of social services based on an analysis of the current situation.

Speakers and moderator

The most valuable insights on artificial intelligence, governance, and social innovation from the SOCGOV stage
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AI4DOST SOCIAL AWARD

Within the framework of the "SocGov 2026 – Digital Analytics for Smart Governance" conference to be held in Khankendi this year, a competition is announced to promote innovative initiatives, scientific approaches, civic participation, and individual leadership in the social field.

The aim of the competition is to identify best practices, innovative solutions, and initiatives with high social impact in the social field, as well as individuals who stand out in this direction, to promote their activities, and to ensure their public recognition.

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Our mission

Our mission is to establish global standards in the social field by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence.
2025

First international SocGov Forum 2025

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2026

SOCGOV 2026 + First SOCGOV Awards

Digital analytics for smart governance
2027

SocGov Turkic Global Summit 2027

2028

SOCGOV Global Assembly 2028

2029

SOCGOV 2029 — 5-Year Celebration

News

The latest updates on local and global AI, social technologies, and innovations in governance
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Competition Announced as Part of the “SocGov 2026” International Forum
13.07.2026

Competition Announced as Part of the “SocGov 2026” International Forum

The “AI4DOST Social Award 2026” competition has been announced as part of the “SOCGOV 2026 – Digital Analytics for Smart Governance” International Forum, which will be held in the city of Khankendi this October. The competition aims to identify, rec...
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Khankendi to host the International Forum “SocGov 2026”
18.06.2026

Khankendi to host the International Forum “SocGov 2026”

The international forum titled “SocGov2026: Digital Analytics for Smart Governance” is scheduled to take place this October in the city of Khankendi. Organized by the DOST Agency under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Population, the u...
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An international conference titled “SOCGOV 2025: AI for Humanity and Transformation” is being held in Baku
24.10.2025

An international conference titled “SOCGOV 2025: AI for Humanity and Transformation” is being held in Baku

At the initiative of the DOST Agency operating under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Azerbaijan, an international conference titled “SOCGOV 2025: Artificial Intelligence for Humanity and Transformation...
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What topics does SOCGOV 2026 cover?
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SOCGOV 2026 covers the following topics:

-    digitalization of social services and application of innovative governance models;
-    improvement of decision-making processes through artificial intelligence and data analytics;
-    discussion of the possibilities of studying and applying advanced international experience in the social sector;
-    promotion of cooperation between public, private sector and international organizations;
-    showcasing and awarding innovative solutions in the social sector.

Will SOCGOV 2026 be held online or in person?
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SOCGOV 2026 is organized as an in-person global forum and award ceremony, with additional hybrid participation options available.

What is the mission of SOCGOV?
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The mission of SOCGOV is to achieve global exchange of innovative applications in social services.

Who can participate in SOCGOV 2026?
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•    representatives of government agencies 
•    international organizations 
•    non-governmental organizations and civil society organizations 
•    academic and research institutions 
•    social innovators, startups and enterprises 
•    sectoral experts and specialists, etc. 

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