Erika

Limiting academics to one article, book or chapter per year or every two years would not only improve their wellbeing but also reduce the “frequently impossible to navigate” volume of outputs that are currently published

As somebody engaged in producing reports for the UN, this one hits home. I have seen first hand the incredible range of knowledge and expertise that exists in this organization. The UN is uniquely positioned to provide data and guidance on some of the most pressing issues of our time. But if the message is not getting through, are we just one more ... See more

Algorithmic colonialism is the imposition of Western-centric ideological frameworks on global knowledge systems through AI technologies. This phenomenon arises when data curation, model design, and deployment strategies prioritize Western norms, thereby influencing how information is processed, interpreted, and disseminated worldwide

to make research practical and useful for senior leaders, one person interviewed said that research, “should not be hollow praises ... it needs to have 3-5 points that explain how [I can] actually do it.” Publishing learnings in simple, usable formats—such as case studies or toolkits—makes it easier for readers to take away learnings quickly and t

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A significant portion of AI innovation is led by corporations and research institutions based in Western nations. These entities, equipped with substantial resources and influence, shape AI systems primarily around their commercial or strategic goals. Underrepresented communities face systemic barriers when attempting to guide AI research and its d... See more

The more you know, the more you can invent, innovate, create.

There is an additional element. I have worked in advocacy organizations which over time ditched the careful analysis and research (to some extent) to go directly to organizing and slogans. The result? Unexamined or unsubstantiated claims. That also did not work, not over time. So there is a space for the careful research that is in many UN reports,... See more