About UNDESA
We bring the global community together to work towards common solutions to the world's most pressing problems. We help countries translate their global commitments into national action in the economic, social and environmental spheres. UN DESA is a pioneer of sustainable development and the home of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), where each goal finds its space and where all stakeholders can do their part to leave no one behind. We are a leading analytical voice for promoting inclusion, reducing inequalities and eradicating poverty, and a champion for tearing down the barriers that keep people in poverty.Activities by UNDESA
Guidebook on AI ethics for government and development practitioners
GlobalThis guidebook aims to fill a gap in existing literature by providing practical guidance on AI ethics for governments and development practitioners based on a balanced scientific and technological understanding.
Activity Type Policy/Regulatory GuidanceTechnical assistanceIEEE/UN Event series
Global Not ApplicableA training and outreach event on technology, policy, ethics, and engagement of AI and other new technologies, presented as a webinar series.
Activity Type Awareness/AdvocacyNational and Local Surveys of Digital Government Branch
Global Not ApplicableTo prepare for the United Nations E-Government Surveys, the Digital Government Branch conducts national and local surveys (MSQ and LGQ) that include questions on the use of artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchains, 5G, and big data analytics in government and city strategies.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceUnited for Smart Sustainable Cities (U4SSC)
Global Not ApplicableU4SSC is a global UN collaboration that supports cities in advancing the SDGs by promoting people-centered, digitally inclusive, and climate-resilient urban development. It provides guidance on integrating ICTs and AI into city operations and has developed a globally recognized set of KPIs for smart sustainable cities, implemented in more than 250 cities worldwide.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsPolicy/Regulatory GuidanceAwareness/AdvocacyNetworks/Mentorship/Exchange