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UNODA supports the development and implementation of practical disarmament measures after a conflict, such as disarming and demobilizing former combatants and helping them to reintegrate in civil society.Activities by ODA
Report of the Secretary-General on artificial intelligence in the military domain and its implications for international peace and security
Global AustriaBelgiumAs requested by United Nations General Assembly resolution 79/239, the Secretary-General will report to the 80th session of the General Assembly on the opportunities and challenges posed to international peace and security by the application of artificial intelligence in the military domain, with specific focus on areas other than lethal autonomous weapons systems, based on the views of Member States and observer States. international and regional organizations, the International Committee of the Red Cross, civil society, the scientific community and industry will also be invited to submit views for inclusion in the annex to the report.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsMilitary AI, Peace & Security (MAPS) Dialogues
Global NigeriaUNODA is convening three multistakeholder exchanges to advance international discussions on the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in the military domain for international peace and security. It will explore the opportunities and risks posed by military AI, including its impact on compliance with international law, the risks of miscalculation and escalation, and the challenges of ensuring accountability and trustworthiness.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/ExchangeResponsible Innovation in AI for Peace and Security
Asia and the Pacific, Arab States, Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States ChinaEgyptEstoniaGreeceIndiaIndonesiaIranItalyLithuaniaPhilippinesRomaniaSingaporeTürkiyeThe Office for Disarmament Affairs (ODA) and the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) have partnered for a three-year initiative on responsible innovation in artificial intelligence (AI) for peace and security. This project aims to support greater engagement from the civilian AI community in mitigating the risks that the misuse of civilian AI technology can pose to international peace and security. Combining awareness raising and capacity building activities, it seeks to provide the civilian AI community – especially the next generation of AI practitioners – with the necessary knowledge and means to engage in responsible innovation and help ensure the peaceful application of civilian AI technology.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/ExchangeSci-fAI Futures Youth Challenge
Global Republic of KoreaWith support from the Government of the Republic of Korea, Youth4Disarmament launched the Sci-fAI Futures Youth Challenge in May 2024. This creative science-fiction storytelling challenge engaged young people to explore the risks and opportunities of artificial intelligence (AI) and its implications for peace and security.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsAwareness/Advocacy