Virtual Summit on Gender, Data, Technology and Health

Submission of papers are invited for Virtual Summit on Gender, Data, Technology and Health by The Pro Bono Club at MNLU Mumbai on 12-13 October 2024.

About MNLU

Established in 2014, Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai (MNLU Mumbai) has rapidly become one of India’s premier law institutions. Located in one of the nation’s largest and most renowned cities, MNLU Mumbai is dedicated to delivering advanced legal education and fostering research in legal studies to enhance societal well-being. The university’s motto, “Dharme Tatparta,” signifies its commitment to social justice.

About the Pro-Bono Club

The Pro Bono Club at Maharashtra National Law University Mumbai is a club run in association with the Nyaya Bandhu (Pro Bono Legal Services) Program of the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law and Justice. The club is agroup of students who are aiding in the implementation of laws in society.

About the Summit

Gender profoundly shapes societal roles and expectations. Embracing gender diversity promotes inclusivity, challenges stereotypes, and empowers individuals. Technology, crucial in our lives, intersects with gender issues, but AI often mirrors societal biases due to its data sources, leading to discrimination against women and gender minorities.

This bias affects decisions in credit allocation, healthcare prioritization, and job recruitment, impacting women’s psychological, economic, and health security. In employment, especially in STEM fields, gender bias persists. Despite progress, women held less than 25% of technical roles in 2020. Amazon’s automated recruitment system failed by favoring male candidates due to historical biases, highlighting the need for unbiased tech practices.

Conversely, technology has advanced gender equality. Mobile phones and social media have amplified women’s voices, such as in Sudan’s revolutionary movement and global outrage over women’s rights in Afghanistan. In India, the Information Technology and Data Protection Acts promote gender neutrality and inclusivity.

To address gender disparities in public health, gender-sensitive health awareness campaigns are crucial. AI, including Chat GPT in academia, offers opportunities but must consider the research ethics. Digital constitutionalism can ensure digital rights and protections, promoting a fairer digital society. These efforts showcase technology’s role in advocating for oppressed gender minorities and promoting equity.

Sub-themes

Sub-themes of the Summit and Presentation

• Gender Bias in Algorithms and AI
• Revolutionizing Content Creation and Entertainment: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Research, Innovation, and Ethical Considerations.
• Gender Neutrality and Inclusivity in Information Communication Technology laws and policy.
• Robotic Assisted Surgery.
• Disparities in Public Health and Promoting AI in healthcare.
• AI and Mental Health: Gendered Perspectives.
• Digital Constitutionalism.
• Revolutionizing Financial Services: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Fintech.

Sub-themes of Plenary Sessions –

• Promoting Gender Equity in the Digital Age: Addressing Bias in AI and Ensuring Inclusivity in ICT Laws and Policies.
• Safeguarding Privacy: Digital Constitutionalism and Data Protection in the AI Era
• Gendered Perspectives in Technological Advancements: Exploring Robotic-Assisted Surgery and AI in Mental Health
• Revolutionizing Financial Services: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Fintech

Kindly note: The list of sub-themes is merely indicative and not exhaustive. Any topic or any paper in
relevance to the main topic can be considered.

Acceptance of Abstracts

• Papers are invited from teachers, researchers, professionals, students, and law enthusiasts from all over the globe for presentation at this summit.
• Only good-quality abstracts (up to 300 words) will be accepted for presentation.
• Each presentation will last 10 minutes.
• The presentation must include the topic, research questions, methods, utility and contribution of research, and tentative findings or suggestions.

How to Submit?

Interested candidates can submit entries via the link given the end of the post.

Important dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: September 20th, 2024
• Last Date to Register as a participant: October 10th, 2024
• Acceptance of Abstract Notification: September 25th, 2024
• Date of Full Paper Submission/ Working paper submission: October 5, 2024
• Date of Presentation: October 12th and 13th, 2024

Click here to submit.