Islamic World Artificial Intelligence Charter
The Riyadh Charter on Artificial Intelligence in the Islamic World, established by ICESCO, provides a dynamic and strategic foresight-based procedural framework to govern the ethical use of AI across member states. It integrates cultural and Islamic values into AI development, focusing specifically on ICESCO's core competencies of education, science, and culture. The charter outlines core principles for AI systems, humans, and institutions, and offers actionable recommendations to address regional disparities and promote responsible innovation.
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Who issued it
Who it governs
Policymakers, educators, researchers, and institutional leaders in Islamic world member states looking for culturally aligned AI governance guidance.
What the document contains
The document addresses the ethical development, deployment, and utilization of artificial intelligence and virtual reality systems within the Islamic world. It covers core ethical principles for AI systems, humans, and institutions, and links them directly to educational curricula, teacher and student technical competencies, and the preservation of Islamic cultural heritage.
Binding international legal penalties or strict enforcement mechanisms for non-compliance are not stated.
- The charter provides a comprehensive procedural framework governing the ethical use of AI tailored to the Islamic world.
- It focuses strictly on ICESCO's core competencies: education, science, and culture.
- The framework is built on a dynamic foundation of being participatory, forward-thinking, and inclusive.
- It distinguishes between ethical rules applicable to three entities: AI systems, humans, and institutions.
- The charter outlines practical recommendations including digital literacy programs, AI training, and strategic foresight tools.
Preface ICESCO'S Mandate Best Practices in the Elaboration of the IWAIC IWAIC's Added Value Core Values of IWAIC Dynamic Foundation of IWAIC Different stages of the elaboration of the IWAIC Key Components and Elements of the Charter Linking the Charter to Educational Issues
How it scores
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Accountability
3/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
This governance framework ensures that AI remains accountable to human needs and objectives.
Key Components and Elements of the Charter:
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Fairness
3/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
The Charter emphasizes that AI must be employed in a manner that upholds the highest standards of fairness, respect, and inclusivity
Linking the Charter to Educational Issues
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Human Dignity
3/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
These focus on human dignity, fairness, well-being, and solidarity, ensuring that AI technologies are designed to respect and enhance these values.
Key Components and Elements of the Charter:
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Privacy
1/5Protection of personal data and private life
Various regional and international documents on the ethics of artificial intelligence share a set of ethical principles, including safety, security, independence, privacy, transparency
1. Normative Phase: Research and Scoping
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Transparency
3/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
This approach enhances transparency, accountability, and trust in AI systems, ensuring that they are aligned with the ethical, social, and cultural values
Dynamic Foundation of IWAIC
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Enforcement
1/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
urging Member States to support the Charter following its adoption by the Executive Council and General Conference, with the aim of establishing an operational framework
ICESCO'S Mandate
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Impact Assessment
3/5Required assessment of an AI system's risks/impacts before or during use
This approach allowed participants to evaluate the multifaceted risks and opportunities that AI presents, particularly in the sectors of education, culture, and science
2. Exploratory Phase: IWAIC's Regional Workshops
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