Tech can transform the world—but only if it works for children : Michele Walsh / Fast Company

Michele Walsh is the VP and Chief Philanthropy Officer at UNICEF USA

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Summary
Michele Walsh discusses how the rapid advancement of technology, particularly AI, can reshape the future if it is developed and implemented responsibly. At the World Economic Forum, the need for equitable access to the benefits of the "Intelligent Age" was highlighted, emphasizing collaboration across business, government, and civil society. Initiatives like UNICEF's RITEC project and Passport to Earning aim to ensure that children’s rights and well-being are central to tech development, and to equip youth with relevant skills for the future economy. This approach emphasizes the importance of responsible innovation, inclusion, and global collaboration.


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"There is not only a responsibility for companies to ensure their policies and products respect children’s rights, but there also is an opportunity for more innovative collaboration between the private and public sectors."