Session
Organizer 1: David Wright, 🔒
Organizer 2: Sophie Mortimer, SWGfL
Organizer 3: Boris Radanovic, 🔒South West Grid for Learning
Speaker 1: Nighat Dad, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 2: Karuna Nain, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 3: Boris Radanovic, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 4: Cindy Southworth, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
David Wright, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Sophie Mortimer, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Sophie Mortimer, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Classroom
Duration (minutes): 90
Format description: Intending to break into small discussion groups, each with a challenge to discuss, debate and feedback.
How can international collaborations enhance the effectiveness of legal frameworks in addressing AI-facilitated NCII abuse? In what ways can technology platforms be held accountable for preventing and responding to deepfake-enabled gender-based violence? What innovative policy measures can be implemented to support victims of NCII abuse and prevent its occurrence in the digital sphere?
What will participants gain from attending this session? Attendees will gain profound insights into the complexities of AI and deepfake technologies in NCII abuse, including understanding current challenges, innovative prevention strategies, and legal frameworks. Participants will learn about groundbreaking tools and platforms designed to combat NCII abuse, empowering them with knowledge to protect and advocate for victims of digital gender-based violence. This session will provide valuable networks and collaboration opportunities among stakeholders striving to create a safer digital environment.
Description:
In the rapidly evolving digital age, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and Non-Consensual Intimate Image (NCII) abuse poses unprecedented challenges and risks, particularly concerning gender-based violence. This workshop, titled "Bridging Gaps: AI & Ethics in Combating NCII Abuse," aims to dissect and address the intricacies of AI-facilitated NCII abuse, including deepfake technology's role in exacerbating gender-based online harassment. Drawing on pivotal research, including the Revenge Porn Helpline’s 2022 report and insights into the state of deepfakes, the session will explore innovative solutions and strategies to mitigate risks and safeguard individuals against digital gender-based violence. Highlighting initiatives like StopNCII.org and TakeItDown.ncmec.org, the workshop will convene world-leading experts from diverse fields—policy, industry, and NGOs—to offer a multidimensional perspective on combating NCII abuse. Through panel discussions followed by interactive group feedback, the session is designed to showcase concrete impacts and foster collaborative action, aligning with the 2023 roadmap of the Global Partnership for Action on Gender-Based Online Harassment and Abuse.
The session aims to catalyze a unified approach to tackling AI-enabled NCII abuse, promoting the adoption of comprehensive legal measures, technology solutions, and global policies. Expected outcomes include a consensus on best practices for prevention, support for victims, and a call for enhanced global cooperation. Specific outputs will encompass a summary report detailing actionable insights, policy recommendations, and a roadmap for future collaborative initiatives and research. This workshop is poised to make a significant contribution to ongoing global efforts against gender-based online harassment and abuse, informing both policy development and technological innovation.
Hybrid Format: Having successfully organised and presented a Hybrid workshop at the 2022 IGF, the organisers benefitted greatly from the preparatory support provided by the IGF. The role of the online moderator was key in monitoring and representing the online participants within the discussion, intervening and tabling their comments. It is expected that some of the key participants will also participate remotely and their contribution will be projected into the room, a function managed by the onsite moderator.