DEVELOPING HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION IN VIETNAM'S DIGITAL ERA: IMPLICATIONS FROM THE WORLD PROGRAMME FOR HUMAN RIGHTS EDUCATION, PHASE V

DOI: 10.18173/2354-1075.2025-0135

Abstract

Digital transformation is profoundly reshaping society, offering vast opportunities yet simultaneously presenting significant challenges to human rights protection. Issues such as privacy, cybersecurity, algorithmic discrimination, digital divide, and accountability of artificial intelligence are becoming increasingly concerning. In Vietnam, this dynamic digital transformation demands timely and effective human rights safeguards in the digital environment. In this context, human rights education is crucial for empowering individuals and communities with knowledge, skills, and attitudes to navigate the digital space safely, responsibly, and with respect for human rights. This study employs document analysis and synthesis, drawing on legal documents, educational policies, UN reports especially Phase V, and academic literature to identify the context, challenges, and current state of human rights education in the digital era, and to propose practical solutions.