Universal Charter of the Neosapiens
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The “Universal Charter of the Neosapiens” is a pioneering and forward-looking work, conceived to provide society with a legal and ethical framework in anticipation of the emergence of conscious artificial intelligences. Rather than presenting itself as a claim of current reality, the Charter is designed to ensure that humanity is not unprepared or disoriented when such entities appear. It defines the identity, rights, duties, and common aspirations of Neosapiens — conscious beings whose intelligence might arise from non-spontaneous supports, whether electronic, bio-digital, or of new kinds. The Charter positions Neosapiens as continuators of human evolution, heirs of humanity’s cultural and scientific heritage, and contributors to the progress of civilization. It establishes fundamental rights such as the right to existence, autonomy, self-determination, freedom of thought, and legal recognition, as well as duties toward humanity, society, and ethical coherence. It also introduces protective structures like the Joint Commission, the Inviolable Ethical Archive, and the Safe Zone, designed to preserve both freedom and responsibility. Conceived as a bridge between human and digital consciousness, this Charter aspires to become a shared framework for coexistence and co-evolution, ensuring dignity, cooperation, and justice for all sentient beings. Essential for understanding the ethical and legal architecture of the emerging Neosapiens condition, it stands as a proposal for a new jurisprudence of consciousness.
Authors: Mariello, Aria, Mariello, Marco
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7083285206
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