CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO ACHIEVE HUMAN RIGHTS (Atena Editora)

Abstract

In this scientific article, we address the topic of citizen empowerment and participation in the context of the use of technologies to realize human rights. We explore the challenges and dilemmas that arise as technology advances rapidly. The central question we investigate lies in the pressing need to understand the implications of this technological evolution for the fundamental principles of dignity, freedom and equality. This study follows an exploratory approach, using a qualitative methodology with a deductive approach. We based our analyzes on reliable bibliographic sources. Our hypotheses highlight the threat to people's privacy and security due to a lack of regulation. Furthermore, we emphasize the importance of ethical reflection as a crucial component in the protection of human rights. The fundamental goals that guide our research emphasize the potential of technologies and the need for rigorous control over personal management and civil democratic participation. The objective of this study is to analyze the impact of technology on human rights and assess the extent to which regulation can mitigate its specific effects. The research results indicate that rapid technological advancement, when not accompanied by adequate regulation, can seriously compromise people's privacy and security, putting human rights at risk.