Humanitarian Ethics and Technology Innovation

This lecture delves into the ethical issues surrounding humanitarian technology, emphasizing the importance of considering diverse cultural perspectives in the design and deployment of digital tools. The speaker, Aarathi Krishnan, highlights the potential harms that can arise from Western-centric ideologies and capitalist principles in technology innovation. She advocates for a more inclusive approach that prioritizes the well-being and safety of all users, urging students to critically assess their biases and engage with ethicists and anthropologists to ensure responsible technological interventions.