OCC Investigative Officer and TCI National Youth Parliamentarian Raynae Myers Advocates for Responsible AI Governance in the Caribbean.

Investigative Officer with the Office of the Complaints Commission (OCC) and Youth Parliamentarian, Ms. Raynae Myers, recently delivered a speech during a Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Youth Parliament session, where she addressed the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Caribbean’s role in shaping its digital future.

Speaking in the role of Minister of Public Policy, Ms. Myers called for a regional approach that embraces the opportunities presented by AI while strengthening the capacity of governments to effectively govern its use.

“I rise with a great sense of responsibility, knowing that my generation will inherit not only the extraordinary possibilities of artificial intelligence, but the consequences of the choices we make about it today,” she stated.

Her presentation explored the need for clear policies, trained public officers and human responsibility, particularly as AI becomes more integrated into government operations and decision-making. She also addressed the potential impact of AI-generated misinformation on democracy and public trust.

“Democracy depends not only on access to information, but on citizens being able to trust what is real.”

At the heart of Ms. Myers’ presentation was a wider question about how governments respond to change while maintaining the trust of the people they serve. As technology creates new opportunities for the public sector, it also introduces new considerations for how decisions are made, explained and ultimately accounted for.

This is where the work of institutions such as the OCC remains important. The Office provides an independent avenue through which members of the public can raise concerns about administrative actions and promotes fairness and good administration across public bodies. While the tools used by governments may change, the expectation that public administration remains fair, transparent and accountable does not.

Ms. Myers’ participation as a Youth Parliamentarian also highlights the importance of young professionals being part of conversations on issues that will influence the future of government and public service. Her contribution demonstrates how discussions taking place among young people today can connect with broader questions about the institutions, policies and systems that will serve Caribbean communities in the future.