Session
CTN Technologies
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei - ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG/CTN Technologies - Africa -Private Sector Theorose E. Dzineku- DigiSpace Africa - USA - Civil Society Stephen Samuel Jaja - ISOC Ghana/ICANN AFRALO - West Africa - Private Sector Bibi Rookayya Gulmahamed- ICANN/ Canada Youth IGF- Canada - Civil Society Golde Assan- National Communications Authority - Ghana - Government
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei - ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG/CTN Technologies - Africa -Private Sector Theorose E. Dzineku- DigiSpace Africa - USA - Civil Society Stephen Samuel Jaja - ISOC Ghana/ICANN AFRALO - West Africa - Private Sector Bibi Rookayya Gulmahamed- ICANN/ Canada Youth IGF- Canada - Civil Society Golde Assan- National Communications Authority - Ghana - Government
Organization's Website
Speakers
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei - ISOC Alumni/ISOC YSG/CTN Technologies - Africa -Private Sector
Theorose E. Dzineku- DigiSpace Africa - USA - Civil Society
Stephen Samuel Jaja - ISOC Ghana/ICANN AFRALO - West Africa - Private Sector
Bibi Rookayya Gulmahamed- ICANN/ Canada Youth IGF- Canada - Civil Society
Onsite Moderator
Ida Padikuor Na-Tei
Rapporteur
Golde Assan
SDGs
5. Gender Equality
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Targets: The issue of deepfake abuse against women directly aligns with SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by addressing online gender-based violence and advocating for stronger digital protections for women. Tackling deepfake threats supports SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by encouraging ethical AI development and digital safety measures. SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) is relevant as marginalized women, particularly journalists, activists, and politicians, face heightened risks of online abuse, requiring inclusive policy interventions. This session also contributes to SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by pushing for legal frameworks and digital governance mechanisms that protect individuals from AI-driven exploitation. Finally, it aligns with SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering collaboration among governments, tech companies, civil society, and researchers to develop multi-stakeholder solutions. By addressing these SDGs, the session advances global efforts to create a safer, more equitable digital landscape for women.
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
16. Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
17. Partnerships for the Goals
Targets: The issue of deepfake abuse against women directly aligns with SDG 5 (Gender Equality) by addressing online gender-based violence and advocating for stronger digital protections for women. Tackling deepfake threats supports SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) by encouraging ethical AI development and digital safety measures. SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) is relevant as marginalized women, particularly journalists, activists, and politicians, face heightened risks of online abuse, requiring inclusive policy interventions. This session also contributes to SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) by pushing for legal frameworks and digital governance mechanisms that protect individuals from AI-driven exploitation. Finally, it aligns with SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by fostering collaboration among governments, tech companies, civil society, and researchers to develop multi-stakeholder solutions. By addressing these SDGs, the session advances global efforts to create a safer, more equitable digital landscape for women.
Format
Panel Session with speakers and a questions and answers session afterward.
Duration (minutes)
30
Description
As deepfake technology becomes more sophisticated, its misuse in online spaces has grown, disproportionately targeting women through harassment, misinformation, and reputational damage. This session will examine the intersection of artificial intelligence and online gender-based violence, focusing on how deepfakes are used to manipulate, silence, and harm women, particularly those in leadership, activism, and journalism. The discussion will bring together experts from technology, policy, human rights, and law enforcement to explore current challenges, policy gaps, and potential solutions.
Key topics will include:
The psychological, professional, and social impacts of deepfake abuse on women.
Legal and regulatory frameworks addressing deepfake misuse.
AI-driven detection tools and digital literacy initiatives for prevention.
Advocacy efforts and platform accountability in mitigating harm.
Through an interactive and solution-oriented approach, the session will showcase best practices and case studies, offering practical recommendations for policymakers, civil society, and tech platforms to curb the abuse of deepfake technology and promote a safer online environment for women.
Yes there will be an online audience as well as in-person audience
Yes there will be an online audience as well as in-person audience