On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the MagIA. Artificial Intelligence Magazine portal published my article in which I invite you to reflect on how artificial intelligence is changing the landscape of preventing and combating gender violence, both by increasing risks and offering new tools for addressing gender-based violence, and by offering new opportunities for preventing and combating it.
It is crucial to remember that the use of AI in this area involves:
- the introduction of biases into data: algorithms can reflect historical biases present in data, risking perpetuating gender or origin-related stereotypes, with harmful effects;
- privacy and security risks: the management of sensitive information, particularly that of the victims, must be handled with the utmost care to ensure their protection;
- risk of loss of autonomy and responsibility: AI must remain a support tool, not a replacement for human judgment. It is essential that final decisions are always made by professionals in the specific sector.
However, technology can also be a powerful ally in the fight against violence against women. AI can make a difference:
- In supporting victims: digital platforms that offer immediate and anonymous support, referring for subsequent human intervention;
- In prevention: monitoring systems and predictive analytics that help law enforcement identify risky behavior, always under human supervision;
- In data analysis: the use of algorithms to identify patterns of violence and implement timely interventions;
- In education and awareness: tools that raise awareness and promote a culture of nonviolence.
Technology can and must be an ally in the fight against gender-based violence, but only if used ethically, transparently, and consciously.
In supporting the global Unite – Orange the World campaign, which we promote as UN Women Italy with UN Women and which calls for painting the world orange, a symbol of hope and change, we appeal to collective responsibility.
Technology can help us, but only if used at the service of profound and respectful change.
Read the full article here
