Amman, Nov. 18 (Petra) – The National Center for Human Rights, in cooperation with the Danish Institute for Human Rights in Jordan, held a national dialogue on Tuesday to discuss the protection and promotion of human rights in light of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, reflecting growing concern over rapid technological advancement and its related challenges.

Khaldoun Nusour, Vice Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, said that societies are witnessing accelerating technological and artificial intelligence development, both of which serve as effective tools for advancing communities and improving public services.

He noted that this rapid progress also presents significant challenges concerning human rights, including the rights to privacy, data protection, justice, non-discrimination, freedom of expression, work, and human dignity.

He stated that the Center views these transformations from two perspectives: the opportunities technology provides to enhance participation, transparency, accountability, and access to public services; and the risks associated with the unregulated use of technology and artificial intelligence, which may lead to human rights violations or the marginalization of vulnerable groups.

It stressed the need to incorporate international human rights principles into digital policies, ensure that legislation governing technology and artificial intelligence is grounded in international human rights standards, and strengthen oversight to guarantee ethical use.

Khulud Shkakhwa, Country Coordinator and Project Manager of the Danish Institute for Human Rights in Jordan, said that technology and human rights have become emerging issues for countries, requiring collective work to safeguard freedom of opinion and expression while protecting privacy and ensuring that digital platform users’ rights are not violated.

She highlighted the recent rise of "digital violence," perpetrated through technology, emphasizing the need to understand its causes and identify solutions that uphold human rights in the digital sphere.

Shkakhwa said the National Institution for Human Rights must lead dialogue with all stakeholders to develop practical recommendations that enhance protection for victims of digital violence committed using technology.

//Petra// AJ