Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence: Integrating Ethical Design, User Empowerment, and Societal Well-Being in Intelligent Systems
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- 10.2991/978-2-38476-559-1_32How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Human- Centric AI; Ethical design; User empowerment; Societal impact; Intelligent systems
- Abstract
This research explores the development of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in a human-centric manner, emphasizing ethical design, user empowerment, and societal well-being. As AI becomes increasingly embedded in everyday activities, it is essential to ensure that these systems are consistent with human values and fundamental rights. The central aim is to outline principles and practices that guide the creation of intelligent systems that are transparent, accountable, inclusive, and socially beneficial. The study adopts a qualitative approach, combining an extensive review of existing ethical AI frameworks with analyses of real-world applications and expert insights from AI ethics, social sciences, and technology development. Thematic analysis was employed to identify recurring patterns and insights. The findings highlight three critical elements of human-centric AI: (1) ethical design grounded in fairness, transparency, and accountability; (2) user empowerment through explainable interfaces, accessibility, and participatory design; and (3) socio-technical alignment addressing issues such as inclusion, sustainability, and data privacy. Results indicate that human-centric AI enhances user trust, facilitates adoption, and generates long-term societal value. These outcomes provide guidance for policymakers, technologists, and educators committed to promoting AI that is both innovative and ethically responsible.
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TY - CONF AU - M. K. Ganeshan PY - 2026 DA - 2026/04/19 TI - Human-Centric Artificial Intelligence: Integrating Ethical Design, User Empowerment, and Societal Well-Being in Intelligent Systems BT - Proceedings of the Global Innovation and Technology Summit “AAROHAN 3.0”_HSS track (GITS-HSS 2025) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 498 EP - 506 SN - 2352-5398 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-559-1_32 DO - 10.2991/978-2-38476-559-1_32 ID - Ganeshan2026 ER -