AI Hackathon for the Public Sector
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) (EDT)
Description
AI Hackathon for the Public Sector
Date: June 10, 2026 8:00am - 5:00pm
Location:
Urban Institute
500 L'Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20024 United States
Description
The Association of Prosecuting Attorneys (APA), in partnership with Microsoft, will host an in‑person AI Hackathon for the Public Sector at the Urban Institute.
This full‑day, hands‑on program brings together a small cohort for applied learning, expert coaching, and collaborative problem‑solving focused on the responsible use of AI in prosecutorial and public‑sector settings. The day begins with a practical foundation—what AI is (and isn’t), ethical use, organizational guardrails, and prompting basics—before moving into role‑relevant use cases for research, drafting, analysis, and workflow support. Participants then engage in guided and independent labs, working in teams to tackle real‑world prosecutorial challenges and develop solutions they can take back to their offices. The day concludes with a networking reception.
Attendance is first‑come, first‑served and capped at 50 participants. If your plans change, please notify contact@apainc.org so a waitlisted attendee may participate.
Who Should Attend
Prosecutors, office leadership, data and IT staff, analysts, and technologists interested in hands‑on learning and practical applications of AI in prosecutorial and public‑sector contexts.
Scholarships Available
Limited number of travel scholarships available – capped at $500 -
Scholarship fund made possible by NiCE Public Safety.
View the Agenda
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Hotel Information
The Official Hotel Room Block is Full
Here is a list of other hotels that might have availability near the event venue:
Hotel | Price | Est. Nightly | Walk to UI | Notes |
Hyatt House Washington DC / The Wharf Mid-Range | $$ | $225–$350/night | ~8 min | On The Wharf. Complimentary breakfast, rooftop pool, river views. |
Canopy by Hilton Washington DC The Wharf Upscale | $$$ | $220–$350/night | ~8 min | On The Wharf. First Canopy in North America. Local design focus, free bikes. |
InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf Luxury | $$$$ | $300–$500+/night | ~10 min | On The Wharf. Rooftop pool, spa, Willowsong restaurant, Potomac views. |
Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf Ultra-Luxury | $$$$ | $400–$600+/night | ~10 min | On The Wharf. 131 rooms, Spa Pendry, infinity pool, 3 dining concepts. |
Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf Upscale | $$$ | $250–$400/night | ~12 min | Near The Wharf. Outdoor pool, fitness center, easy Mall access. |
Residence Inn by Marriott Washington DC National Mall Mid-Range | $$ | $200–$320/night | ~15 min | Near The Wharf. Extended-stay suites with kitchenettes, good value. |
citizenM Washington Capitol Mid-Range | $$ | $180–$250/night | ~18 min | Budget-friendly design hotel. Compact rooms, strong tech amenities. |
Salamander Washington DC Luxury | $$$$ | $350–$550/night | ~12 min | Near The Wharf. Full-service luxury spa, rooftop terrace, premium dining. |
Event Contact
Aviva Kurash
500 L'Enfant Plaza SW
Washington, DC 20024 United States
Marlene Biener
Conference