From experimentation to engagement: on the paradox of participatory AI and power in contexts of forced displacement and humanitarian crises

ArXi:2604.06219v1 Announce Type: cross Across the Global North, calls for participatory artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the responsible, safe, and ethical use of AI have increased, particularly efforts that engage citizens and communities whose well-being and safety may be directly impacted by AI and other algorithmic tools. These initiatives include surveys, community consultations, citizens' councils and assemblies, and co-designing AI models and projects.