The need for robust artificial intelligence (AI) governance mechanisms in the military domain becomes paramount as AI technologies become increasingly integrated and incorporated into different systems and functions of the military. We recognize the expertise and insights that a diverse range of stakeholders – including governments, the private sector, civil society and technical communities – bring to the table when addressing AI governance and policy. This diversity of perspectives and expertise becomes even more important as we explore the complex and sensitive issue of AI in the military domain.
In addition to the technical complexity of these technologies, the specificity and sensitive nature of AI governance in the military domain raises unique questions and challenges. The societal and humanitarian implications of developing, deploying and using these technologies add further complexity. By putting inclusivity at the heart of its work – both substantively and in terms of equitable participation – the Institute is ultimately able to issue innovative, meaningful and practical recommendations and solutions that provide real value to a range of practitioners. The pilot edition of UNIDIR’s Women in AI Fellowship, which aims to impart useful and practicable knowledge around AI to women diplomats, and the Roundtable for AI, Security and Ethics (RAISE) exemplify our commitment in this direction.
