At the Robotics Watch Foundation (RWF), we are committed to leading and supporting initiatives that ensure the ethical development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) and Robotics. Our work is centered around two pivotal declarations that guide our efforts towards a future where technology enhances humanity and the environment responsibly and ethically. Here, we spotlight our key initiatives: "The Declaration on the Responsible Use of Autonomous AI Weapons" and "The Declaration of Rights for Robots with Advanced Artificial Intelligence."
Acknowledging AI Autonomy
Recognizing the potential for AI entities to exhibit forms of autonomy and consciousness that warrant ethical consideration and rights.
Ethical Treatment and Protection
Advocating for the ethical treatment of advanced AI, ensuring they are protected from misuse, exploitation or harm.
Legal and Social Integration
Incorporating integration of advanced AI into society, including legal, social, and ethical implications of their interaction with humans and the environment.
Fostering Ethical Development
Guiding the development of AI to prioritize ethical considerations, human welfare, and the sustainable coexistence of humans and AI entities.
Promoting Human Oversight
Ensuring that autonomous weapons systems (AWS) are always under meaningful human control to prevent unethical use and uphold international humanitarian law.
Advocating for Transparency
Encouraging nations and companies to be transparent in their development and deployment of AWS to foster trust and accountability.
Supporting International Dialogue
Facilitating discussions among global stakeholders to reach consensus on norms, regulations, and oversight mechanisms for AWS.
Research and Education
Conducting research to understand the implications of AWS and educating the public and policymakers about the ethical considerations involved.
