The G7 Toolkit establishes a fundamental framework to address concerns such as privacy, transparency and inclusiveness, thereby promoting citizen trust in technology and institutions.
To guide AI development responsibly, robust frameworks are essential to mitigate risks and prevent biased algorithms that can cause real harm. Policymakers must work closely with the private sector to ensure that AI systems follow ethical principles, protecting human rights and fundamental freedoms, in line with the Hiroshima AI process.
To promote transparency, UNESCO has partnered with the Thomson Reuters Foundation to launch an innovative voluntary disclosure mechanism. This initiative encourages companies to share their compliance with the UNESCO Recommendation on AI Ethics, providing essential data to investors and stakeholders and strengthening ethical practices in AI deployment.
Additionally, UNESCO’s cooperation with certification bodies and standards bodies aligns disclosure practices with certification standards. A notable example is the Organization’s partnership with the French Ministry of Ecological Transition and ISO, which is developing a roadmap to mitigate the environmental impact of AI. This initiative will be unveiled during the 10 and 11 2025 AI Action Summit in France.
Building on its extensive work with G7 members and the OECD, and its ethical impact and readiness assessments conducted in 60 countries, UNESCO continues to lead the global advancement of AI ethical frameworks. The G7 toolkit enables governments to assess the risks of deploying AI in the public sector, ensuring responsible governance.
UNESCO remains committed to working with its 194 Member States, including G7 countries, to leverage AI for inclusive and sustainable societal and economic growth.
