Marrakech Set to Host Groundbreaking Conference on Human Rights in the Digital Age
Beginning tomorrow, Friday, May 22, 2026, the vibrant city of Marrakech will serve as the venue for the 10th International Conference on Human Rights and Electoral Laws. This significant event, organized for the first time in Morocco by the National Human Rights Council, carries the compelling theme of "Elections and Human Rights in the Age of Digitization and Artificial Intelligence." The conference will take place amid the rapid technological advancements reshaping global landscapes, particularly in digital technology and AI, while Morocco gears up for the upcoming legislative elections slated for September.
This conference is expected to attract a diverse array of participants, including judges, experts, officials, representatives from national institutions, electoral bodies, as well as international and regional organizations. Additionally, academics, researchers, and stakeholders focused on human rights, digitization, and electoral processes will contribute to the discussions.
Amna Bouayach, the President of the National Human Rights Council, emphasized that the conference aims to broaden the dialogue surrounding the transformations impacting the electoral landscape due to the rapid evolution of digital technologies and artificial intelligence. She highlighted the importance of addressing the challenges related to safeguarding rights and freedoms, as well as ensuring the integrity and transparency of electoral processes in a digital environment.
Bouayach pointed out that while digital technologies have facilitated greater political participation and enhanced access to political discourse, they have simultaneously introduced new challenges that could undermine the credibility of elections and create imbalances in opportunities among competitors. Moreover, the right to access electoral information is also at stake.
The conference will cover several key topics, including the impact of artificial intelligence and digital technologies on electoral processes, online election observation, electoral disputes in the digital age, and digital campaigning. Furthermore, it will delve into critical issues such as cybersecurity, algorithmic transparency, and the protection of private life and personal data.
Additionally, sessions will be dedicated to sharing international experiences and best practices in leveraging technology and artificial intelligence for managing elections. The roles of national human rights institutions, electoral bodies, and digital stakeholders in navigating these transformations and ensuring the respect of fundamental rights and freedoms will be underscored.
This conference will feature participants from Latin America, Europe, and Morocco, providing an excellent platform for exchanging international experiences and insights regarding the growing relationship between democracy, elections, human rights, and digital technologies.
As reported by alyaoum24.com.
