UNESCO Abstracts

Topic A: Politics towards the conservation and protection of endangered animals and its impacts in society.

The conservation and protection of endangered animals are pivotal issues intertwined with global challenges such as climate change, habitat loss, and human activities. The impacts of these threats extend beyond the realm of wildlife, affecting the delicate balance of ecosystems and, subsequently, human society. 

Human activities, including the overuse of natural resources, introduction of invasive species, and illegal hunting and trafficking, emerge as primary contributors to the extinction crisis. The consequences of such actions are not isolated; they resonate through interconnected cycles, leading to habitat destruction, loss of biodiversity, and disruptions in vital natural processes.

The economic, social, and cultural significance of animals, such as national symbols like the Panda, highlights their integral role in shaping societies. The interconnectedness of nature and human existence underscores the urgency for collective action to counteract the damage inflicted on the planet. Acknowledging our responsibility as stewards of the Earth, it becomes imperative to address the root causes of endangerment, mitigate human impacts, and work towards reversing the alarming trend of growing endangered species lists.

Topic B: The growing impact of artificial intelligence in cultural, social and educational development.

Exploring the expanding influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on cultural, social, and educational development, one must begin by defining AI and outlining its learning processes. Despite being in developmental stages, AI has grown rapidly, integrating into technological research, and creating concerns about job displacement, exemplified by occurrences like the Hollywood writers' strike. The challenges confronting AI, include errors, struggles to stay updated, and copyright constraints. AI has notable capabilities in image creation, code generation, and content production, but it posses limitations compared to human expertise.

Transitioning to the educational sector,  AI has had a role in optimizing learning through tailored plans, materials, and virtual reality. However its use creates ehical challenges in education, such as privacy concerns, bias, discrimination, and academic dishonesty. The economic impacts of AI on the workforce, include the positive and negative effects of automation, job displacement, privacy issues, dependence on technology, and ethical challenges. Countries must develop effective measures for the beneficial integration of AI into society, emphasizing AI's transformative potential across various domains.