Online hate speech, particularly gender-based and Arabic-language content, has real-world impacts on communities in Jordan. Recognizing this challenge, local innovators, researchers, and civil society groups have developed AI tools that detect, analyze, and prevent harmful online content.
One standout initiative is Nuha, an open-source AI tool developed by the Jordan Open Source Association (JOSA). Nuha is designed to detect gender-based hate speech targeting women in Arabic digital spaces. It uses local datasets, including Jordanian hashtags and the names of women activists, allowing it to understand dialectal nuances that global models often miss.
Team behind Nuha:
These individuals, along with a wider community of contributors, have developed and maintained Nuha, combining technical expertise with cultural and linguistic understanding.
Nuha’s development is informed by academic research and civil society reporting. Datasets and reports on online hate speech in Jordan provide critical insights for training AI models. This collaboration between research, technology, and community engagement ensures that AI tools are locally relevant and ethically sound.
At JYIF, we connect youth with these innovations. Our programs involve:
These activities empower young people to understand the impact of digital behavior and use technology positively.
Jordanian AI projects like Nuha showcase how local expertise can combat online hate speech. At JYIF, we provide youth with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration to harness AI for good, turning technology into a force for social change.
The consortium is comprised of: Caleidoscopio Association – Italy (Coordinator), AVEC – France, EUROMED EVE – Belgium, EUROMED EVE – Tunisia, EUROMED EVE – Morocco, Jordan Youth Innovation Forum (JYIF) – Jordan
