On May 13, CICANT researcher Carla Sousa took part in the event "AI and Human Rights: How to Guarantee Ethics and Fairness in the Digital World?", held at the Portuguese Institute of Sport and Youth (PISY/ IPDJ). The event was promoted by #PortugalMediaLab and focused on pressing questions surrounding ethics, equity, and human rights in the digital age.
Carla Sousa contributed to the discussion as a speaker in the roundtable on AI and Diversity, where she explored how algorithmic systems impact different social groups, particularly in terms of inclusion and representation. Her insights drew from ongoing research on media, technology, and social justice, highlighting the need for intersectional approaches in digital policy and innovation.
In addition to the roundtable, Sousa led a hands-on workshop exploring the potential of games as tools for developing critical media literacy. Emphasizing the role of interactive media in fostering reflection and active engagement, the session invited participants to consider how game-based methodologies can be leveraged to empower citizens in navigating the digital landscape.
This event forms part of a broader national conversation on ethical digital transformation, bringing together researchers, practitioners, and civil society to co-create pathways toward a more inclusive technological future.