Ensuring Child Rights in the Age of AI: A Multidimensional Analysis of Existing Frameworks
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Danilo Caivano, Berenice Fernandez Nieto, Domenico Gigante, Azzurra Ragone, Sara TibidòAuthors Info & Claims
Danilo Caivano, Berenice Fernandez Nieto, Domenico Gigante, Azzurra Ragone, Sara TibidòAuthors Info & ClaimsPages 76 - 83
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This paper examines three existing frameworks developed by IEEE, UNICEF, and the World Economic Forum (WEF) that provide guidance on age-appropriate services and AI systems for children. We conduct a multidimensional analysis across several dimensions: clarity and specificity, comprehensiveness of children’s rights coverage, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, risk management and mitigation, and unique contributions. Our analysis identifies the strengths, weaknesses, and implications of each framework. The findings from this preliminary analysis highlight several challenges associated with the development and deployment of AI systems that comply with children’s rights standards and obligations.
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