Women in Latin America are leading initiatives to reshape artificial intelligence (AI) to better address social issues, especially gender-based violence. One significant project is AymurAI, developed by Ivana Feldfeber. This open-source program analyzes court case documents and aims to identify patterns related to violence against women.
AymurAI, operational since 2021, has already been implemented in Argentina, Chile, and Costa Rica. Unlike many commercial AI systems, it maintains the integrity of the data by sending it directly to a database without alteration, thereby enhancing data security.
However, challenges remain, including the need for localized AI solutions. Experts emphasize the importance of understanding local contexts to create fair and effective models. The goal is to improve public policies and protect vulnerable populations through inclusive technology.
Difficult words
- initiative — A new plan to achieve a goal.initiatives
- reshape — To change the shape or form of something.
- violence — Behavior causing physical harm or pain.
- implement — To put a plan into action.implemented
- security — Protection from danger or loss.
- expert — A person with special knowledge.Experts
- population — Groups of people living in an area.populations
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think local contexts are important for AI solutions?
- How can technology protect vulnerable populations?
- What impacts do you see from AI in addressing gender-based violence?
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