A joint project between APRU, ESCAP, and Google.org brings together academics and government officials to develop country-specific AI governance frameworks and create transparent AI solutions to address socio-economic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. has been strengthened.
Hong Kong, March 26, 2024–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) are launching a groundbreaking initiative called “AI for Social Good: Strengthening Capacity and Capacity.” We cooperated with Governance framework in Asia and the Pacific. ” This strategic partnership, funded by Google.org, will strengthen AI governance frameworks and capabilities and foster transparent ecosystems and AI solutions to address critical socio-economic challenges in the Asia-Pacific region. The purpose is to facilitate resolution.
The program will work closely with academic researchers and government officials in Bangladesh and Thailand to develop research insights and accelerate the development of data-driven policies and strategies to effectively leverage AI for societal benefit. Provided practical suggestions. Notable achievements include national case studies on:
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How AI applications are being used in maternal and child health in Bangladesh
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Key initiatives addressing digital health governance and data governance for poverty alleviation in Thailand
Bangladesh: Strengthening maternal health through AI applications
Obstetric care in Bangladesh faces major challenges, including limited surveillance and barriers to access. To address these issues and improve health outcomes, APRU is collaborating with the Bangladesh Aspire to Innovation (A2I) program, and the National University of Singapore (NUS), the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), and the University of Hawaii are collaborating with the Department of Obstetrics. Researching AI innovation in care.
This project aims to evaluate the potential of AI applications in supporting Bangladesh’s maternal and child health goals, focusing on user group acceptability and collaboration with existing antenatal care delivery systems. The report highlighted the importance of community health workers as key stakeholders in the antenatal care continuum and their potential to benefit from digitalization and ultimately AI tools. In the project report, researchers complete the digitization of standard antenatal care data entry into public health systems, as well as to track appointments and provide automated reminders for pregnant women and community health workers. Recommends and passes the introduction of a mobile-based system.
Professor Olivia Jensen, Deputy Director and Chief Scientist (Environment and Climate) at NUS and Principal Investigator of the NUS team on this project, said: Additionally, to fully leverage the future potential of AI in antenatal care, strategic digitization efforts must prioritize interoperability, strengthen underlying infrastructure and organizational processes, and empower the most vulnerable groups. We need to aim for universal application with a focus on Applications should be based on strong evidence and designed to meet the needs of healthcare providers and expectant mothers. ”
Thailand: AI solutions for digital health governance and poverty alleviation
In Thailand, NUS researchers identified barriers to medical and healthcare data sharing and recommended specific policy recommendations to the Thai government. These recommendations include developing data sharing guidelines, promoting data exchange platforms, and fostering stakeholder dialogue to address digital health governance challenges.
Another project led by the Australian National University (ANU) focuses on strengthening internal information exchange within the Thai government to optimize the use of advanced analytics for poverty alleviation. This study highlights that cultural barriers, rather than technical or legal obstacles, impede the effectiveness of using data in targeted anti-poverty efforts.
Dr Sarah Logan, from the Australian National University, said: “These efforts and research findings highlight the challenges associated with data integration, standardization, resource allocation and high-level leadership directives in the public welfare sector. It helps with our goals.” By implementing the recommended policy measures and overcoming cultural biases, Thailand can take full advantage of advanced AI and analytics platforms to create a positive impact towards improving poverty alleviation outcomes. I’m confident. ”
The AI for Social Good project demonstrates the value of bringing together stakeholders across disciplines and disciplines in collaborative efforts to conduct research and develop policy recommendations. Professor Olivia Jensen said: “This project explores how academia, government, public sector and private organizations can work together to imagine and create innovative solutions within an ethical and responsible AI ecosystem. This is an example of how this can be done.” The project focuses on maximizing the benefits of AI while minimizing potential risks to equity, inclusion, and sustainable development.
With the successful deployment of the “AI for Social Good” project, APRU aims to foster cross-border connections and provide active support to the development of country-specific AI governance frameworks.
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The final report on AI for Social Good can be downloaded here.
https://apru.org/resources_report/final-report-ai-for-social-good/
About APRU:
APRU (Association of Pacific Rim Universities) is a network of leading universities connecting the Americas, Asia and Australia, bringing together thought leaders, researchers and policy makers to exchange ideas and develop practical solutions to the challenges of the 21st century. Collaborate on solutions. We leverage the collective teaching and research capabilities of our members in the international public policy process. APRU’s strategic priorities emphasize three directions: 1. Provide a neutral platform for high-level policy dialogue. 2. Explore innovative solutions for a sustainable future. 3. Diversity, inclusion, and minority support.
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