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Marine Ragnet is an international affairs leader on a mission to transform AI governance in fragile contexts. With over a decade of global experience spanning government, tech, and civil society, she brings a unique perspective to the urgent challenge of empowering communities to shape AI for peace and justice.

As an affiliate researcher at New York University's Peace Research and Education Program, Marine leads a project exploring the ethical implications of data-driven AI in peacebuilding. The project's participatory approach centers the voices and needs of vulnerable communities, aiming to mitigate power imbalances and ensure responsible AI use.

Marine's interdisciplinary expertise shines through her multifaceted career. From advising top diplomats at the U.S. Mission to the OECD to countering disinformation for the EU in the Central African Republic, she has honed her skills in public diplomacy, policy research, and stakeholder engagement. What sets Marine apart is her unwavering commitment to inclusive, bottom-up solutions. She believes that affected communities hold the key to transforming AI governance and creating a more just digital future. Through innovative research and advocacy, she aims to create a seismic shift in how we conceive and deploy AI in fragile settings.

Marine has also published widely on topics ranging from data for peace to digital self-determination for migrants. Her insights have shaped discussions at the United Nations, the University of Cambridge, and beyond.

June 2024