Artificial intelligence

Our societies today carry in their internal fabric a connecting thread between the productive, scientific, technological and cultural genre, which is none other than the participation of artificial intelligence in all the daily processes of our lives.

Will it be necessary to establish technovigilance for artificial intelligence similar to the pharmacovigilance currently used for drugs? Can artificial intelligence systems be regulated to take care of user privacy? Will algorithms be allowed to make decisions without knowing the mechanisms involved and without human intervention? Will existing inequalities increase? How is the way we do science, develop technology and innovate based on AI changing?

Right to science

Innovation and development are only achieved when society as a whole participates in the creation of knowledge in favor of prosperity, and in this process the inclusion of minorities that were excluded for years from scientific and technological production is unavoidable.

In order to guarantee access to the benefits of the advancement of Science and Technology, UNESCO works, from its normalizing function, in the drafting of various recommendations, where the recommendation for Science stands out. And in its promotional work, in scientific advisory and diplomacy programs, in scientific education and culture, in promoting gender equity in science, in promoting open science and access to scientific information.

Now, is it possible to democratize S&T when its role in capital accumulation intensifies and social inequality increases? Are science and technology a source of inequality or a channel for inclusion?

Sustainable development

Climate change is the main challenge of our time. UNESCO works together with other United Nations bodies to try to help Member States adapt to climate change, mitigate its effects and educate societies for sustainable development, assess the dangers of natural disasters caused by climate change, and to monitor its impact on UNESCO sites (such as World Heritage sites and biosphere reserves). The Organization's initiative uses these sites to promote low-carbon economies, for example, through the sustainable use of renewable energy sources.

The complexities inherent in these issues require further advances in education, awareness and training to enable societies around the world to better understand, adapt to and mitigate climate change. This progress will produce informed individuals, competent workforces and enlightened policymakers.