Hearing of Stakeholders organized by the Greek National Commission for Human Rights on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights
With broad participation from public institutions, independent authorities, research centers with a focus on artificial intelligence, members of the academic community, civil society organizations and private-sector networks, a hearing of individuals and stakeholders on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights was held on Friday 23rd January 2026, at the premises of the Greek National Commission for Human Rights (GNCHR), as well as with numerous online participants.
The hearing was chaired by the President of the GNCHR, Professor Maria Gavouneli. Participants also included the GNCHR First Vice-President, Mr. Giannis Ioannidis, the Second Vice-President, Ms. Elli Varchalama, the GNCHR Human Rights Advisor, Dr Christos Tsevas and members of the National Commission.
During the hearing, stakeholders had the opportunity to present their positions, experiences and good practices, as well as their concerns regarding the topic, and to engage in dialogue with the members of the Commission. Among the issues discussed, particular emphasis was placed on the relationship between artificial intelligence and human rights, the challenges and prospects arising from the use of artificial intelligence — especially in relation to the protection of human rights—as well as issues of AI governance in Greece.
The process highlighted prospects for cooperation between the GNCHR, the competent authorities, centers and institutions, as well as civil society. It also linked the international, European and national frameworks, with a focus on principles and ethics of artificial intelligence, in particular: transparency, explainability, accountability, safety, human-centric AI, privacy, AI literacy, as well as on thematic areas such as employment, public administration, health, the environment, the rule of law and personal data.
The Greek National Commission for Human Rights (GNCHR), as the national institution for the protection and promotion of human rights and as an advisory body to the State in accordance with the United Nations Paris Principles and Law No. 4780/2021, has as part of its institutional mandate the continuous monitoring of human rights-related issues, as well as public information and awareness-raising on the protection of human rights. In recent years, the GNCHR has systematically engaged with issues relating to artificial intelligence and new technologies and their relationship with human rights and closely monitors developments both at the legislative level and in terms of implementation in Greece. Moreover, it has consistently supported the State by providing advice on the adoption of legislative, administrative or other measures in line with the country’s international and European commitments and guided by respect for human rights.
The hearing of stakeholders forms part of this broader framework of actions, which will be carried forward in preparation for the forthcoming GNCHR Report on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights.
