Whispers of Aden: A Sonic Legal Advocate by Aida Al-Akhdar

A robotic oud, echoing the whispers of displacement in a post-collapse world.

What if the only advocate we had left is a robot?

Whispers of Aden: A Sonic Legal Advocate: Al-Akhdar's 'Whispers of Aden' envisions a robotic legal advocate challenging broken AI-driven legal frameworks in a post-collapse world through the sonic narratives of displacement.

Al-Akhdar_4156, Yemen

Description

Imagine a world where legal systems crumble under the weight of societal collapse. Al-Akhdar's 'Whispers of Aden' presents a robotic legal advocate, its form echoing the oud, a traditional Yemeni instrument. The robot’s movements and sonic pronouncements evoke displacement narratives, questioning the very nature of justice in a world ravaged by climate change and failed AI governance.

Context

In 2028, Aden is a shadow of its former self. Rising sea levels have swallowed coastal regions, displacing millions. Failed AI asylum systems have deepened societal fractures. Amidst the rubble and despair, whispers of resilience echo through the ruins. Traditional music becomes a sanctuary, a space for resistance, a language of hope.

Provocation

Al-Akhdar’s 'Whispers of Aden' invites reflection on the fragility of systems we rely upon. Consider the current trajectory of AI reliance in legal and humanitarian contexts. Are we prepared for the potential consequences of system failure? What alternative legal frameworks might ensure justice and autonomy in a world transformed by collapse?

Al-Akhdar_4156's process

Al-Akhdar, inspired by the melodic landscapes of Yemeni oral traditions and music, embarked on a sonic journey. Immersing herself in the rhythms of displacement and the echoes of Aden’s past, she translated these auditory experiences into the robotic form and legal framework of 'Whispers of Aden.' This project reflects Al-Akhdar's unique approach, blending desk-based legal research with sonic inspiration to craft a challenge to conventional legal systems.

More about Al-Akhdar_4156

Events leading to ‘Whispers of Aden: A Sonic Legal Advocate’

2024: Increased reliance on AI for asylum processing begins showing signs of strain due to increased climate migration.

2025: Major environmental disasters trigger further mass migrations, overwhelming AI asylum systems in several regions.

2026: Widespread AI system failures in asylum processing lead to humanitarian crises and increased social unrest.

2027: Societal collapse accelerates, with governments struggling to manage the consequences of failing AI infrastructure.

2028: Al-Akhdar creates 'Whispers of Aden' as a response to the legal and ethical crisis caused by AI failures.

Imagined Future Scenarios Considered

Al-Akhdar_4156 considered the following imagined future scenarios while working on this project

Advances in AI and data analytics improve the efficiency and accuracy of evaluating asylum claims, leading to faster processing times and more consistent decisions.

Extrapolated from Germany's one million Syrians at centre of fierce debate over their future - BBC News

Hypothetical Product Ideas Considered

Al-Akhdar_4156 considered the following hypothetical product ideas while working on this project

Decentralized Asylum Verification Network

A blockchain-based system for verifying asylum claims offline, ensuring data integrity and resilience against centralized system failures. Information is cryptographically secured and accessible only to authorized personnel.

Humanitarian AI Oversight Board

An independent global body regulating the development and deployment of AI in asylum processing, establishing ethical guidelines, and ensuring accountability and transparency to prevent human rights abuses.

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