Atika Kemal
Lecturer
University of Essex
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
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WHAT IS YOUR MAIN INTEREST IN SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION & RESILIENCE TOPICS?
my research focuses on digital innovation for inclusion in social cash systems that has a societal and economic impact
WHICH (IMPACT) AREA OF THE STR PARTNERSHIP IS IN THE FOCUS OF YOUR INTEREST?
EXPERIENCE AND KNOW-HOW IN THE FIELD OF SOCIAL TRANSFORMATIONS & RESILIENCE
My research examines the social, political, economic, oraganisational and ethical implications of digital technologies, particularly in the context of social protection systems for inclusive development in the Global South
IF YOU HAVE ANY POLICY EXPERIENCE, COULD YOU SHARE INFORMATION ON AREAS, METHODS, RISKS, AND FACTORS FOR SUCCESS?
My previous research on digital innovation for financial and social inclusion in Pakistan has informed organisational policy. Currently, I'm evaluating data and algorithmic targeting in an adaptive social cash programme, and the opportunities and limitations AI offers in this sector. Also, I'm designing a governance AI framework for ethical principles and practices for AI applications for social cash managers from a policy perspective. This work is currently under review in a journal.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN FUTURE RESEARCH COLLABORATION?
YesWHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED CONTRIBUTION IN PREPARING THE STR PARTNERSHIP?
COMPLETED PROJECTS IN THE FIELD OF SOCIAL TRANSFORMATIONS & RESILIENCE:
RELEVANT PUBLICATIONS
Kemal, 2023.ITP. pdf.pdf