16 Sep
The intersection of data governance and artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the cutting-edge areas of focus within Red GEALC. High-quality data in government is essential for the ethical and responsible use of emerging technologies like AI, to positively influence the strengthening of democracy and development. However, advancements in data governance across countries in the region are limited and uneven, hindering the optimal utilization of data by emerging technologies. While significant progress has been made in open data initiatives, countries lack policies and technical instruments to enable the definition and implementation of robust data governance frameworks.
The need for data governance instruments has been acknowledged by countries in the region. Through the Summits of the Americas, the General Assemblies of the OAS in 2022, 2023, and 2024, and the annual meetings of Red GEALC, governments have pursued significant commitments and mandates to reinforce the regional agenda on data governance, algorithms, and AI. This commitment is solidified by Resolution AG/RES. 3004 (LIII-O/23) on Strengthening Democracy, which calls upon the General Secretariat, through the Department for Effective Public Management,
“To work on the continued development of an inter-American agenda regarding emerging technologies in the digital governments of the Americas, particularly in relation to the ethical use of artificial intelligence policies, algorithms, and data governance, providing advice, accompaniment, technical support, or management funds to the Member States and inform the CAJP on the progress achieved.”
This thematic area is led by the OAS with the support of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Canada.
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