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AI and Vulnerable Populations in Hong Kong

Abstract

This project explores how AI has been and can be designed and implemented for vulnerable populations in Hong Kong, focusing on their propensity to empower or disempower these groups due to specific features in their design and implementation.

Prof. Levi Mahonri Checketts (Principal Investigator) studies the environmental impact of AI, and the way grassroots organizations negotiate with tech firms and governments to protect the environment and local populations.

Prof. Ann Gillian Chu (Co-Investigator) studies how AI affects Christian church services for older adults in Hong Kong, especially in virtual representations, social media interactions, and the use of apps.

Prof. Rachel Siow Robertson (Co-Investigator) researches the impact of AI in education, and develops a programme of ethics of AI for high school students in Hong Kong.

Prof. Pak-hang Wong (Co-Investigator) explores the harm to poor populations and precarious laborers caused by failures of AI systems, and the means to properly repair the harm and damages done.

Keywords: AI Ethics, Hong Kong Studies, Environmental Studies, Gerontology, Ecclesiology, Education Studies

Supported by: Initiation Grant for Faculty Niche Research Areas (Hong Kong Baptist University)