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MENA OBSERVATORY
ON RESPONSIBLE AI

The MENA Observatory on Responsible AI is an interdisciplinary platform connecting policy-oriented researchers and innovators, aimed at fostering collaboration and building capacity for responsible data and AI practices. Join our diversified regional network to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and advocate for impactful policies that shape the future of AI and data in our region. 

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FEATURED

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Pioneering Ethical AI in the Region: A2K4D’s MENA Observatory on Responsible AI Globally Recognized at Paris AI Action Summit 2025

Research

Use and Governance of AI in Food Security - Case of Lebanon

The paper presents recommendations for moving forward with the responsible use of multiple AI technologies to ensure food security from farm to fork.

Platform Work MENA

(PW-MENA)

Les Travailleurs Des Plateformes : Etude Du Cas Marocain

NEWS & EVENTS

GENDER & AI

Towards Gender Equality in Egypt’s Digital Economy: An Overview of New Initiatives

Ever wondered if Artificial Intelligence (AI) is truly neutral? Is AI genuinely free from human prejudice? Is the technology impartial?

Deliberate, inclusive AI policies to empower women in Africa

In the quest for gender equality, the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) offers unprecedented opportunities and challenges.

Feminist AI

FEMINIST AI IN MENA – A NEUTRAL TECHNOLOGY?

There are signs of progress in MENA towards the inclusion of female epistemology with the increase in female-led tech startups; FemTech.

ASWAT: VOICES FROM MENA

Dr. Nagla Rizk on the Importance of Inclusion in AI

A2K4D's Associate Director, Nagham ElHoussamy, on the impact of AI in the MENA Region on France 24!

A2K4D's Founding Director, Dr. Nagla Rizk, on the impact of AI in the MENA Region on France 24!

Posts

تمكين مستقبل مصر: تعزيز الثقافة الاقتصادية باستخدام الذكاء الاصطناعي

The Access to Knowledge for Development Center Joins Global Initiative on Beneficial AI for Children

A2K4D joins the international multi-stakeholder coalition "Beneficial AI for Children," launched by everyone.ai and the Paris Peace Forum.

Closing the Gender Gap in AI Policy: Urgent Lessons from the Global Index on Responsible AI

Takeaways from the Global Center on AI Governance webinar titled, “Gender Rights in AI Governance - Insights from the Global Index on Responsible AI.”