In today’s digital age, the Internet is a foundation for worldwide communication, trade, and connectivity. However, as the digital landscape changes, it is becoming increasingly important to address the values of diversity, inclusiveness, and sustainability in Internet governance. This blog article discusses the significance of these ideas and how they might be applied to create […]
NetMission Case Study Series 2024 – Unveiling Digital Dangers: Examining Online Harassment in Pakistan and Internet Shutdowns in Gaza
Case Study 1: Pakistan – Online Harassment of Women in Pakistan Abeera, a 14-year-old girl residing in Pakistan, fell victim to non-consensual sharing of intimate images in 2012. Over the span of eight years, she endured severe psychological distress and daily torment because of blackmail and harassment. This case study explores the ordeal Abeera has […]
NetMission’s Submission for OHCHR Call for Input for Thematic Report on Artificial Intelligence and Racial Discrimination
The increasing pervasiveness of Artificial Intelligence (AI) necessitates a critical examination of its potential impact on racial bias. Unethical development and deployment of AI could exacerbate existing racial inequities. NetMission.Asia as a youth initiative in Asia Pacific is committed to promoting digital literacy, inclusion, and responsible technology use, and recognizes this challenge as integral to […]
Artificial Intelligence’s Dual Nature: Juggling Innovation and Risks – Asifa Nasiry
Revealing AI’s Transformative Power Artificial Intelligence (AI) has undeniably become a transformative force, promising innovative benefits in various fields. From predicting climate patterns to increasing social connections through recommendation systems, AI’s influence is extensive in our daily lives. While celebrating its achievements, it is crucial to inspect the dual nature of AI, where advancements coexist […]
NetMission Case Study Series 2024 – Empowering Nations: Bridging the Digital Divide and Exploring the Lens of Internet Shutdown in Times of Conflict
Case Study 1: Bridging the Digital Divide to Improve the Quality of Education as a means to counter the Issue of Tribal Warfare in PNG Background Digital Divide refers to the gap between demographics and regions that have access to modern information and communication technologies and those that do not have or only have limited […]