The gender code: gendering the global governance of artificial intelligence

Jelena Cupać

Chapter 5 in Handbook on the Global Governance of Artificial Intelligence, 2026, pp 61-78 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: This chapter examines how international AI governance frameworks address gender issues and gender-based harms. The analysis covers binding regulations, such as the EU AI Act; soft-law instruments, like the UNESCO Recommendation on AI Ethics; and global initiatives, such as the Global Partnership on AI (GPAI). These instruments reveal emerging trends, including the integration of gender concerns into broader human rights frameworks, a shift toward explicit gender-related provisions, and a growing emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. Yet, some critical gaps persist, including inconsistent treatment of gender across governance documents, limited engagement with intersectionality, and a lack of robust enforcement mechanisms. However, this chapter argues that effective AI governance must be intersectional, enforceable, and inclusive. This is key to moving beyond tokenism toward meaningful equity and preventing the reinforcement of existing inequalities. The study contributes to ethical AI debates by highlighting the importance of gender-sensitive governance in building a just technological future.

Keywords: Gender; AI Governance; Ethical AI; AI Act; Soft Law And AI (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035338573
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