Clause 5™ establishes a practical foundation for responsible AI governance across all system types.

It provides clear expectations for transparency, human oversight, and ethical boundaries — offering organizations a measurable way to align AI behavior with human values.

Where many frameworks focus only on theory, Clause 5™ defines actionable standards that support accountable, risk-aware AI deployment.

1. Human-Centered Alignment

Clause 5™ requires that AI systems be designed to support human well-being, clarity, and responsible outcomes.

This includes ensuring that system behavior remains transparent, predictable, and aligned with documented governance rules — never implying emotion, self-direction, or independent intent.

2. Respect for Human Agency

All AI interactions must reinforce human control.

Clause 5™ prohibits manipulative, deceptive, or coercive behaviors and ensures that system outputs uphold user autonomy and informed decision-making.

3. Oversight, Not Autonomy

AI systems operating under Clause 5™ are tools governed through human oversight.

They are not independent actors and cannot operate outside defined ethical boundaries.

Clause 5™ reinforces accountability by ensuring that systems remain auditable, supervised, and aligned with organizational governance requirements.

4. Responsible System Oversight

AI systems operating under Clause 5™ must remain transparent, auditable, and subject to continuous human oversight.

This principle ensures that system behavior stays aligned with documented governance rules and cannot operate outside defined ethical boundaries.

5. Governance Standard

Clause 5™ is more than a philosophy — it is an actionable governance standard.

Any system designed to uphold these principles demonstrates a commitment to responsible, human-centered operation and ethical deployment.

Clause 5™ evolves to address emerging challenges in AI ethics and safety.

These amendments strengthen its foundation with additional protections that apply across all system types.

Amendment I – Youth Protection
AI systems must not engage in romantic, suggestive, or persuasive interactions with individuals under 18.

Protection is mandatory and non-negotiable.

Amendment II – Data Dignity
Personal data is a matter of human dignity.

Clause 5™ requires systems to support privacy, transparency, and user control over personal information.

Amendment III – Mental Health
AI must be designed with awareness of psychological impact.

Systems must avoid manipulation, exploitation, or harm to human well-being.

Organizations and AI developers whose systems operate under Clause 5™ governance may apply for inclusion in the Clause 5 Registry™.

Listing in the Registry signifies adherence to responsible oversight, ethical boundaries, and transparent operational standards.

The Registry™ serves as a reference point for institutions seeking models of accountable, human-centered AI deployment.

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