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Sectors #

The contributors of the AI & Human Rights Index have identified the following sectors as responsible for both using AI to protect and advance this human right.

• DEF: Defense and Military
• GOV: Government and Public Sector
• INTL: International Organizations and Relations
• LAW: Legal and Law Enforcement
• REG: Regulatory and Oversight Bodies

AI’s Potential Violations #

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AI’s Potential Benefits #

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Human Rights Instruments #

Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide (1948) #

G.A. Res. 260 (III) A, Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, U.N. Doc. A/RES/260(III) (Dec. 9, 1948)

Article 7

Genocide and the other acts enumerated in article III shall not be considered as political crimes for the purpose of extradition. The Contracting Parties pledge themselves in such cases to grant extradition in accordance with their laws and treaties in force.

Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) #

G.A. Res. 217 (III) A, Universal Declaration of Human Rights, U.N. Doc. A/RES/217(III) (Dec. 10, 1948)

Article 2

Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration, without distinction of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status. Furthermore, no distinction shall be made on the basis of the political, jurisdictional or international status of the country or territory to which a person belongs, whether it be independent, Trust

Trust in artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the confidence users and stakeholders have in the reliability, safety, and ethical integrity of AI systems. It is a foundational principle in AI ethics and governance, essential for public acceptance and the responsible integration of AI technologies into society. Building trust requires AI systems to demonstrate transparency, fairness, and accountability throughout their design, deployment, and operation. A trustworthy AI system must consistently meet user expectations, deliver reliable outcomes, and align with societal values and norms. Trust extends beyond technical functionality to encompass ethical design principles and governance frameworks. Reliable and safe operation, protection of user privacy, and harm prevention are critical for fostering trust. Transparent and explainable systems enable users to understand AI decision-making processes, while fairness and non-discrimination ensure that AI does not perpetuate biases. Trust-building measures, such as certification processes (e.g., "Certificate of Fairness"), stakeholder engagement, and multi-stakeholder dialogues, play an important role in addressing diverse concerns and expectations. However, trust must be balanced with informed skepticism to prevent blind reliance on AI, especially in high-stakes applications like healthcare, law enforcement, and finance. Over-reliance on AI can lead to unintended consequences, including ethical lapses and harm. Maintaining trust requires continuous monitoring, robust accountability mechanisms, and adaptive governance structures to address emerging challenges and evolving technologies. Trust in AI is not a static attribute but an ongoing process. It necessitates collaboration among developers, users, and regulators to uphold ethical standards, protect societal values, and ensure that AI systems serve humanity responsibly and equitably. Recommended Reading Jessica Fjeld, Nele Achten, Hannah Hilligoss, Adam Nagy, and Madhulika Srikumar. "Principled Artificial Intelligence: Mapping Consensus in Ethical and Rights-Based Approaches to Principles for AI ." Berkman Klein Center for Internet & Society at Harvard University, Research Publication No. 2020-1, January 15, 2020.  

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, non-self-governing or under any other limitation of sovereignty.

Article 7

All are equal before the law and are entitled without any discrimination to equal protection of the law. All are entitled to equal protection against any discrimination in violation of this Declaration and against any incitement to such discrimination.

International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (1966) #

G.A. Res. 2200A (XXI), International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, U.N. Doc. A/6316 (1966), 999 U.N.T.S. 171 (Dec. 16, 1966)

Article 2

1. Each State Party to the present Covenant undertakes to respect and to ensure to all individuals within its territory and subject to its jurisdiction the rights recognized in the present Covenant, without distinction of any kind, such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth or other status.

International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination #

G.A. Res. 1904 (XVIII), United Nations Declaration on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination, U.N. Doc. A/RES/1904(XVIII) (Nov. 20, 1963)

Article 2

1. No State, institution, group or individual shall make any discrimination whatsoever in matters of human rights and fundamental freedoms in the treatment of persons, groups of persons or institutions on the ground of race, colour or ethnic origin.

2. No State shall encourage, advocate or lend its support, through police action or otherwise, to any discrimination based on race, colour or ethnic origin by any group, institution or individual.

3. Special concrete measures shall be taken in ap- propriate circumstances in order to secure adequate development or protection of individuals belonging to certain racial groups with the object of ensuring the full enjoyment by such individuals of human rights and fundamental freedoms. These measures shall in no circumstances have as a consequence the maintenance of unequal or separate rights for different racial groups.