The Liverpool City Region Civic Data Cooperative (LCR CDC) is funded by the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority and hosted by the Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL) at the University of Liverpool. We connect civic organisations, industry partners, and residents to help data work better for our communities. By championing responsible data use, supporting meaningful research, and involving people in shaping the future of data and digital innovation, we aim to improve lives across our region.

What we do

We run projects that put people at the heart of data and AI. One example is the Liverpool City Region Residents Assembly on Data and AI Innovation, where 59 residents came together over four in-person learning and discussion days. Supported by expert talks, interactive sessions, and independent evaluation, participants co-created one of the world’s first Community Charters on Data and AI – defining 11 principles for trustworthy innovation. These principles give innovators and researchers an actionable social license to use data responsibly in ways to support communities.

We are also developing the Liverpool City Region Digital Commons – a shared digital platform that makes data accessible, understandable, and useful. Governed by the Community Charter on Data and AI principles, the commons allows people and organisations to share and connect data under open licences, carry out advanced analysis, and create powerful stories that help improve local services and deepen understanding of the places we live. With natural language tools, we’re making insights easier to explore and apply.

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