IBA launches its Artificial Intelligence Institute to advance responsible AI governance and inclusive international cooperation
Publish Date: 2026-06-08 11:21:00
Source Domain: www.ibanet.org
- The International Bar Association (IBA) has launched the IBA Artificial Intelligence Institute, a new initiative focused on AI governance through international cooperation.
- Dr. Farzana Dudhwala has been appointed as the first Director of the Institute.
- Established under leaders Jaime Carey and Claudio Visco, the Institute aims to use the IBA’s global network to address AI’s legal, societal, economic, and democratic challenges.
- The Institute emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, engaging with technologists, government policymakers, civil society, and industry leaders.
- It aims to contribute legal insights to existing AI governance initiatives and shape inclusive, human-centered AI frameworks worldwide.
- The IBA AI Institute’s goals include ensuring AI adheres to the rule of law, human rights, and democratic integrity while supporting international organizations in their AI efforts.
- It focuses on reducing governance inequalities between regions and promoting participation from underrepresented jurisdictions in AI discussions.
- The institute aims to ensure AI’s development and deployment align with ethical, democratic values and the rule of law.
