Aarathi Krishnan
Digital Ethics Advocate | Ethical Framework Development for Humanitarian Technology
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Aarathi Krishnan addressed one of the most pressing challenges in modern humanitarian work when she spoke at TED 2021 about the ethical principles needed for digitizing humanitarian aid. Her presentation focused on establishing a framework for responsible technology implementation in crisis response and aid distribution.
As digital transformation reshapes how humanitarian organizations deliver assistance, Krishnan's work addresses critical questions about privacy, equity, and accountability in technology-driven aid programs. Her five ethical principles provide guidance for organizations navigating the complex intersection of technology and human welfare, ensuring that digital solutions enhance rather than compromise the dignity and rights of aid recipients.
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5 ethical principles for digitizing humanitarian aid
Over the last decade, humanitarian organizations have digitized many of their systems, from registering refugees with biometric IDs to transporting cargo via drones. This has helped deliver aid around the world, but it's also brought new risks to the people it's meant to protect. Tech and human rights ethicist Aarathi Krishnan points to the dangers of digitization -- like sensitive data getting into the hands of the wrong people -- and lays out five ethical principles to help inform humanitarian tech innovation.
| Event | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| TEDWomen 2021 | 2021 | 🇺🇸Palm Springs, United States |
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