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Technology & Democracy Initiative
Led by Professors Maria Ressa and Camille François, IGP’s Technology & Democracy Initiative advances impactful research and resources for policymakers, the tech community, and civil society. We address the most urgent technology challenges of the day, from the impact of artificial intelligence on democracy to mitigating online harms, to strengthening collective digital governance, and incubate policy and practical innovations that bend the arc of technological progress toward democratic values.
Our Work
Research on Online Harms
We develop research and policy solutions to understand the impact of technology on society, especially where definitions and frameworks remain nascent. We focus on four areas — AI and democracy, integrity of information ecosystems, child safety, and technology-facilitated gender-based violence.
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Innovations in the Public Interest
We develop research and policy solutions that increase transparency, accountability, and public participation in technology to protect democratic values.
Featured News
IGP in the News
A conversation with Nobel laureate Maria Ressa, SIPA professor of professional practice. – Foreign Policy
September 28, 2026
IGP in the News
“A.I. is a creativity tool at the end of the day, and multifaceted, and platforms that handle [AI slop] in a poor way will see people walk and go to other places,” says Camille François, Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in International and Public Affairs. – New York Times
August 18, 2026
Announcement
The initiative builds on SIPA’s tradition of incubating transformative public interest technology projects that address global policy challenges, while providing unique opportunities for students to engage with cutting-edge technology policy implementation.
February 19, 2026
Featured Publications
Report | June 2026
Authors: Camille François, Jen Weedon, and Jeremie Ponak
Report | July 2026
Authors: Camille François et al.
Report | July 2026
Authors: Members of the UN Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence
