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Artificial Intelligence and the Protection of Children’s Right to Food: An Emerging Human Rights Mechanism
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Leila Mirbod1   |
| 1- Department of Law, Faculty of Faculty of Law, Theology and Political Science, Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran. |
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Abstract: (46 Views) |
Background and Aim: The right to food, as one of the fundamental human rights, forms the basis for the realization of other human rights. Without access to sufficient and nutritious food, the survival and enjoyment of other human rights, such as the right to education, health and a dignified life, becomes impossible. Although this right is not explicitly mentioned as an independent right in international documents, it is emphasized under the concept of the “right to an adequate standard of living” in the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (1966) and also in the Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. With the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence across various fields, it appears that this domain is also not exempt from the novel challenges posed by AI applications.
Methods: This article is written using a descriptive-analytical approach, based on library resources and references to international documents.
Ethical Considerations: This study is based on library sources and international documents, with no direct human subjects involved. Key ethical considerations in applying AI to children's nutrition include privacy protection, equitable access, transparency and accountability. Ensuring responsible AI implementation helps safeguard children's rights and promotes their access to adequate nutrition while upholding fundamental ethical principles.
Results: The findings indicate that, due to their age and physical vulnerability, children require special support in the area of nutrition. Malnutrition during childhood can lead to physical and cognitive growth impairments, reduced learning capacity and even mortality. Therefore, there is a close relationship between the right to food and the right to education. Artificial intelligence can serve as an effective tool to protect this right against the threats posed by fast-food advertising and unhealthy dietary patterns.
Conclusion: This article aims to demonstrate that artificial intelligence can serve as a novel tool in ensuring the right to food for children, particularly through monitoring, data analysis, education and management of food resources; however, challenges such as privacy concerns and unequal access remain. |
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| Keywords: Food Insecurity, Vulnerable Groups, Structural Threats, Public Health |
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Type of Study: Review Article |
Received: 2025/07/24 | Accepted: 2025/09/17 | Published: 2025/11/6
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