TED Talks Daily 5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid | Aarathi Krishnan
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Jun 14, 2022 Aarathi Krishnan, a tech and human rights ethicist, dives into the ethical implications of digitizing humanitarian aid systems. She highlights the potential dangers, such as sensitive data leaks and the impact on vulnerable communities like the Rohingya refugees. Aarathi proposes five ethical principles to guide tech innovation in humanitarian efforts, calling for context-aware solutions that respect consent and privacy. Her insights encourage a more responsible approach to integrating technology into aid, balancing advancements with humanitarian values.
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Rohingya Data Sharing
- Rohingya refugees were required to register for digital biometric IDs upon entering camps in Bangladesh.
- This data, including family details and origins, was shared with the Myanmar government, raising fears of retaliation.
Rapid Digitization in Humanitarian Aid
- Humanitarian organizations have rapidly adopted digital tools like AI, big data, drones, and biometrics.
- This rapid digitization often involves deploying untested technologies on vulnerable populations without proper consent.
Colonial Nature of Humanitarian Tech
- Humanitarian technology innovations are inherently colonial, often designed for groups seen as outside of technology.
- These innovations often fail to recognize these groups' ability to provide their own solutions.