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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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Transforming Education in the Global South: Insights from the PEGS Conference

Empowering Global South education through innovation and collaboration: Insights from the PEGS Conference on rethinking teaching for a brighter future.

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JAIS: A BREAKTHROUGH IN ARABIC AI

‎ Explore Jais, the groundbreaking Arabic-English AI model transforming language access and tech in MENA.

Platform Work MENA

(PW-MENA)

Fairwork MENA Report 2022: Domestic Platform Work

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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

Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration for Responsible AI Development in Africa

The event focused on the African Union AI Strategy and explores multi-stakeholder collaborations for responsible AI in the region.

Feminist Phenomenology and Applied AI examples in MENA

In this webinar, Aliah Yacoub, AI Philosopher and AI and head of techQualia at Synapse Analytics, discussed the connection of feminism, social justice, and AI i

Responsible AI in the Global South: Narratives from the Middle East and Africa

The MENA and African Observatories on Responsible AI host a webinar series on "Responsible AI in the Global South," tackling regional ethical AI challenges.

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Webinar Insights: Why We Need a Multi-Stakeholder Approach to Responsible AI

Insights from the collaborative webinar by the MENA & African Observatories on multi-stakeholder collaboration for responsible AI development in Africa.

Safeguarding North Africa’s Digital Future: A Focus on Data Governance

Highlighting the webinar on data governance in North Africa, focusing on safeguarding digital futures and ensuring privacy, security, and growth.

Transforming Education in the Global South: Insights from the PEGS Conference

Empowering Global South education through innovation and collaboration: Insights from the PEGS Conference on rethinking teaching for a brighter future.