Description
Information Retrieval (IR) is at the core of information access systems that shape how children perceive the world and engage with digital media. Yet, these systems are rarely designed or evaluated with young users in mind; often exposing them to content that is misleading, inappropriate, or simply misaligned with their needs and developmental stages. Despite advances in IR (and AI), creating safe, effective, and age-appropriate digital experiences remains an open challenge. In this talk, we will explore how mainstream search and recommender algorithms influence children’s online experiences and review current IR research aimed at addressing these gaps. We will examine how information access systems can be reimagined to better serve young users and reflect on the challenges IR researchers and practitioners face when considering underserved populations. Most importantly, we will focus on opportunities for innovation, the ethical implications of algorithmic design, and the responsibility to uphold children’s rights and well-being in digital spaces| Period | 3 Sept 2025 |
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| Event title | 15th Italian Information Retrieval Workshop, IIR 2025 |
| Event type | Workshop |
| Conference number | 15 |
| Location | Cagliari, ItalyShow on map |
| Degree of Recognition | International |