ALFIE was presented at CLICS 2025 – XVII Congreso Internacional Latina de Comunicación Social, contributing to discussions on democratic and participatory research in ethics and communication.
The paper, entitled “People at the Centre of Research: Tools for Democratic and Participatory Research in Ethics and Communication,” was authored by Iris Serrat Roozen, Pilar Orero and Estella Oncins, and was presented at the conference by Iris Serrat Roozen.
The presentation emphasised the importance of placing people at the centre of research and design processes, with accessibility embedded as a core principle from the outset. Drawing on the ALFIE project, the contribution showcased a human-driven approach to artificial intelligence in accessible services, while critically addressing the ethical responsibilities that accompany the development and deployment of AI technologies.
Particular attention was given to the use of AI components in accessible services and to the assessment of potential risks related to transparency, accuracy and data security. Ethical and legal responsibilities were discussed alongside the need for explainability, reliability and robust data protection measures.
The contribution concluded by underlining that artificial intelligence must remain firmly human-driven and fully aligned with accessibility legislation, reinforcing the role of inclusive and responsible design in shaping ethical AI practices. The abstract of this contribution is available in the Libro de Actas del XVII Congreso Internacional Latina de Comunicación Social 2025, which can be consulted here.