Organizer 1: Santosh Babu Sigdel, 🔒Digital Rights Nepal
    Organizer 2: Bhattarai Saurav, Digital Rights Nepal
    Organizer 3: Dennis Redeker, 🔒

    Speaker 1: Roxana Radu, Civil Society, Eastern European Group
    Speaker 2: Helani Galpaya, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group
    Speaker 3: Namrata Maheshwari, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group

    Moderator

    Dennis Redeker, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)

    Online Moderator

    Santosh Babu Sigdel, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group

    Rapporteur

    Bhattarai Saurav, Civil Society, Asia-Pacific Group

    Format

    Roundtable
    Duration (minutes): 60
    Format description: Roundtable is the best suited format for this activity as we would like the participants to contribute and actively participate in this discussion highlighting the different country perspective and examples.

    Policy Question(s)

    A. How are the AI technologies utilized to propagate, detect, and combat election misinformation? B. What ethical considerations and regulatory measures are necessary to govern the use of AI in elections to mitigate the spread of disinformation and ensure electoral integrity? C. How can multi-stakeholder collaboration drive the development and implementation of innovative solutions tailored to the specific challenges of election misinformation?

    What will participants gain from attending this session? Through this session, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the complex dynamics surrounding the democratization of disinformation in the context of AI and elections. By exploring governance options and fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, the workshop aims to contribute to the development of effective strategies to counter election misinformation and uphold the principles of democracy in the region.

    SDGs

    Description:

    In this 2024 Super Election Year, where an unprecedented half of the global population is poised to cast their votes, the specter of misinformation casts a long shadow over the electoral landscape. Against this backdrop, this workshop session aims to dissect the multifaceted relationship between AI technology, election misinformation, and governance options. By exploring various perspectives, from technological advancements to regulatory frameworks, this discussion seeks to chart a path forward in mitigating the adverse effects of disinformation on electoral processes. The session will not only diagnose the problem but also prescribe targeted solutions through multi-stakeholder collaboration. By engaging diverse voices, including tech companies, policymakers, civil society actors, and concerned citizens, the panel seeks to foster innovative strategies tailored to the specific challenges of combating election misinformation. This workshop aims to bring together experts from diverse fields such as AI research, policymaking, election analysis, and law to discuss the intersection of AI and election disinformation. Participants will explore topics like algorithms, legislative frameworks, electoral processes, and legal regulations to safeguard democratic integrity. Together, these diverse perspectives will foster a robust and comprehensive discussion aimed at illuminating the intersection of AI and election disinformation, with the ultimate goal of safeguarding the democratic process.

    Expected Outcomes

    The expected outcome of this workshop is to facilitate collaboration among specialists from various fields, including AI research, policymaking, election analysis, and law. By bringing together diverse perspectives, the workshop aims to shed light on the intersection of AI and election disinformation, ultimately working towards the safeguarding of democratic processes. Through robust discussions and knowledge sharing, participants will contribute to the development of strategies and frameworks to address the multifaceted challenges posed by misinformation in elections in the digital age.

    Hybrid Format: The organizers will share about the sessions in different forums and encourage online participation. Similarly, it will provide opportunity for the online participants not only to ask question but to share reflection and experiences. There will be on-site and online moderators who will coordinate between the online participants and on-site participants.