Effective governance is crucial for sustainable development, especially in the context of rapidly evolving technologies like artificial intelligence. This topic examines how public policy and technology shape innovation ecosystems and drive social change, focusing on the regulatory landscape and inclusive policymaking processes. Workshops will provide participants with strategies to advocate for policies that promote innovation and sustainability while integrating ethical considerations. Interactive sessions will simulate policymaking challenges, highlighting the critical ‘dos and don’ts’ of technology implementation, including responsible data use and stakeholder engagement. Participants will explore the role of evidence-based policymaking in enhancing governance, and case studies of successful policy interventions will illustrate their impact on social innovation and sustainable development, offering actionable insights for participants to apply in their own contexts, such as methods for effectively engaging diverse stakeholders, techniques for measuring policy outcomes, and strategies for fostering collaboration between government, the private sector, and civil society.