Center on International Cooperation at NYU
In the world of emerging technologies, efforts to end conflict such as mediation and peacemaking are increasingly impacted by digital tools. Traditionally the “low tech” field of mediation, where emotional intelligence, communication, and interpersonal skills had the highest value, is now exploring the potential benefits of emerging technologies. While the growing impact and importance of emerging technologies on mediation and peace processes is not new, the current pandemic emphasizes the urgent need, while also revealing many additional challenges and opportunities that come with the new landscape. Speakers at the June 2021 Data for Peace Dialogue discussed the latest and potential future applications of emerging technologies and tools to advance the mediation and peacemaking and discuss challenges and risks they are bringing.
Speakers:
Paige Arthur, Deputy Director, NYU Center on International Cooperation
Branka Panic, NYU CIC Non-Resident Fellow, AI for Peace Founder
Katharina E. Höne, Director of Research, DiploFoundation
Daanish Masood, DPPA Innovation Cell Co-Lead, United Nations