Leveraging AI for Sustainable Development: A Scoping Review on Social Work’s Contribution to the SDGs
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Sustainable development goal, Artificial intelligence, Social work, social goodAbstract
The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and social work presents significant opportunities for advancing social good, particularly in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This scoping review aims to map the existing literature on the application of AI in social work and its contributions to the SDGs. Conducting a comprehensive search across multiple databases to identify studies that explore the use of AI in various social work practices, the findings highlight key areas where AI has been utilized, including child welfare, mental health, and community development, and discuss the benefits, challenges, and ethical considerations associated with these applications. This review underscores the need for further research and collaboration between social work professionals and AI experts to harness AI's potential for achieving the SDGs.
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