IGF 2023 Lightning Talk #152 Promoting children's rights in face of XR technologies

Subtheme

Cybersecurity, Cybercrime & Online Safety
Child Online Safety
Cyberattacks, Cyberconflicts and International Security
New Technologies and Risks to Online Security
Online Hate Speech and Rights of Vulnerable People

Legal Grounds Institute
Juliano Maranhão: Professor of Law at the Universidade de São Paulo Law School-USP (2007). Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellow and Visiting Professor at Frankfurt University (2016-2019). He holds a PhD from USP Law School. Visiting researcher at the Universities of Miami, Leipzig and Maastricht. Post-doc at the department of Computer Science of Utrecht University, Netherlands (2005). Researcher of the Center for Artificial Intelligence at the University of São Paulo (C4AI). Associate researcher at Centro de Pesquisa Aplicada em Inteligência Artificial Recriando Ambientes (CPA IARA). Member of the Executive Committee of International Association for Artificial Intelligence and Law-IAAIL and Donald Berman Award winner (2001). Member of the Steering Committee of the International Conference on Deontic Logic and Normative Systems. Editor of the Revista Brasileira de Filosofia (brazilian Journal of Philosophy) and President of the Lawgorithm Association for Research on Artificial Intelligence.

Francisco Cavalcante de Sousa: Bachelor's Degree in Law from the Faculty of Law of the Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN). He is a researcher at the Observatory for the Right to Education at the Universidade de São Paulo (ObsEdu-USP), member-researcher of the Group for Studies and Research on Human Rights, Development and Daily Life (UERN) and collaborating student at the Research Center on Institutional Memory and Right to Information (UERN). He represented Brazil and the European Commission at One Young World, the Brazil Conference at Harvard & MIT and the Summit of the Americas. Francisco is also the author of national and international books and articles and winner of the Luiz di Souza Prize, in the area of Applied Social Sciences

Samuel Rodrigues de Oliveira: PhD candidate in Constitutional Law at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). Master's in Law and Innovation and Bachelor of Laws from the Federal University of Juiz de Fora. Researcher at the Legal Grounds Institute and Legalite Research Group at PUC-Rio. He has participated in research at the Law School of the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (Rio de Janeiro) and at CESeC - Center for Studies on Security and Citizenship. He is the author of the first book on facial recognition and law published in Brazil. Lawyer and invited lecturer in undergraduate and graduate courses.

Speakers

Ricardo Campos: Lecturer in public law, data protection and regulation of digital services at the Law Department of the Goethe Universität Frankfurt am Main (Germany). M.A. and Ph.D. in Law from Goethe Universität. He focuses his practice on digital services regulation, data protection, public and regulatory law. Frequently participates in public hearings and commissions in the Brazilian Congress and higher courts to discuss issues related to law and technology. Winner of the Werner Pünder Award on Regulation of Digital Services (Germany, 2021) and the European Award for Legal Theory of the European Academy of Legal Theory (2022). Coordinator for Digital Law at the Brazilian Bar Association’s School of Lawyers. Director of Legal Grounds Institute (São Paulo).

Maria Gabriela Grings: Researcher at the Legal Grounds Institute. Master's and Doctorate in Procedural Law from the University of São Paulo (USP) Law School. Bachelor of Laws from the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR). Member of the Study Group on New Digital Services Regulations in Comparative Law at Legal Grounds Institute. Lawyer. Research in the area of children and adolescents in digital environments. Author of books on content moderation and children and adolescents.

Jessica Guedes: Researcher at Legal Grounds and at the Race and AI Observatory at Lawgorithm. Master's student in Law at the University of Brasília (UnB). Specialist in Constitutional Law from IDP. Lawyer. Research in the area of combating disinformation, children and adolescents in digital environments and race and artificial intelligence.

Bernardo Fico: Master in International Law from the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Postgraduate in Digital Law from UERJ and Bachelor of Law from the Faculty of Law of the University of São Paulo. He has concentration courses in Human Rights (Stanford 2016), International Law (OAS-RJ, 2017), Human Rights Advocacy (Lucerne 2017), and Media Law (Oxford, 2018) in addition to a Higher Diploma in Sexual Diversity and Human Rights (CLACSO , 2018).

Onsite Moderator

Juliano Maranhão: Professor of Law at the Universidade de São Paulo Law School-USP (2007). Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellow and Visiting Professor at Frankfurt University (2016-2019). He holds a PhD from USP

Online Moderator

Francisco Cavalcante de Sousa: Bachelor's Degree in Law from the Faculty of Law of the Universidade do Estado do Rio Grande do Norte (UERN). He is a researcher at the Observatory for the Right to Education at the Universidade de São Paulo (ObsEdu-USP), me

Rapporteur

Samuel Rodrigues de Oliveira: PhD candidate in Constitutional Law at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro (PUC-Rio). Master's in Law and Innovation and Bachelor of Laws from the Federal University of Juiz de Fora.

SDGs

3. Good Health and Well-Being
4. Quality Education
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Production and Consumption
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals


Targets: This session aims to discuss the impacts of Extended Reality (XR) on children and explore effective ways to ensure the protection of children's digital rights in the use of this innovative technology. By addressing issues related to physical and mental health, inclusive learning, technology access, digital equality, online safety, responsible consumption and global collaboration, this initiative is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By discussing the impacts of XR on children, we are contributing directly to SDG 3 (Health and Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 10 (Reducing Inequalities). In addition, we seek to ensure that the use of XR promotes digital inclusion (SDG 9), creates sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), promotes responsible consumption (SDG 12) and upholds peace, justice and effective institutions (SDG 16). Through collaboration and knowledge sharing in this session, we will be moving towards SDG 17 (Partnerships and Means of Implementation).

Format

The session at this event will be held in a dynamic and engaging format, with the participation of renowned experts in digital law and experienced professionals who work directly with children and adolescents. During the 30-minute duration, we will have presentations by experts who will address the challenges and impacts of Extended Reality (XR) on children, as well as best practices to ensure the protection of their digital rights.

Duration (minutes)
30
Language

English

Description

The growing adoption of Extended Reality (XR) technology has the potential to positively impact children's learning, creativity, and social skills. However, careful consideration is needed regarding the potential negative effects of excessive use. Prolonged exposure to XR can lead to online insecurity, lack of real-world physical activity, limited social interaction, and exposure to harmful content such as violent games, sexual content, or hate speech. Understanding the full impact of this technology on children is still a challenge, which is why this session aims to discuss ways to ensure the protection of children's digital rights in the use of XR. Regulation plays a crucial role in promoting the healthy and responsible use of XR technology among children. Establishing a clear and specific regulatory framework for children's use of XR can enable them to fully benefit from these innovations while ensuring their safety and well-being. Furthermore, regulation can foster the development of valuable skills and positive behaviors, contributing to a healthy relationship with technology from an early age. By participating in this session, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the debate on how to balance the benefits of XR with the protection of children's rights

In addition to the expert presentations, the session will be enriched with the active participation of the audience, both in person and online. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and contribute to the debate. The interaction between participants and speakers will promote an environment for exchanging knowledge and diverse perspectives. With a combination of experts in digital law and professionals who deal directly with children and adolescents, this session will provide a comprehensive and grounded view on the protection of children's digital rights in the context of XR. By engaging both online and face-to-face audiences, we seek to ensure broad participation and promote inclusive and meaningful discussion.