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In this episode of ATP, Saurabh Todi and Pranav Gupta talk about rise in women representation in bureaucracy, its reasons and implications. They also discuss why similar rise hasn't been seen in electoral representation.

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மாநிலம், கலாச்சாரம் மற்றும் பொருளாதார எல்லைகளைத் தாண்டிய எல்லா இந்தியர்களோட  பெருங்கனவு கனவு என்னனா சொந்தமாக வீடு வாங்க வேணும் என்ற ஆசைதான்  இருந்தாலும், சொத்து வாங்கும் செயல்முறையை யோசிச்சாலே பெரும் பயம் வரும்., குறிப்பா நம்பகமான & விரிவான சொத்து பதிவுகளை அணுகுவது ரொம்ப கடினமாக இருக்கும் போது., TEAL மற்றும் Praxis Global Alliance போன்ற நிறுவனங்கள் எப்படி சொத்து பதிவுகளை டிஜிட்டல் மயமாக்கி ஒருங்கிணைக்கின்றன அப்படின்றதா தெரிஞ்சிக்கோங்க. வீடு வாங்கும் செயல்பாட்டின் போது நேரத்தையும் பணத்தையும் சேமிப்பதில் குடிமக்களுக்கு உதவுறதையே அவங்களோட நோக்கமாகக் வெச்சிருக்காங்க இதெல்லாம் தெரிஞ்சிக்க மறக்காம இந்த எபிசோடை கேளுங்க.

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This week on the AVIATE with Shaesta podcast, I speak to Ezinne Uzo-Okoro, Assistant Director of Space Policy for the White House. With her incredible career in aerospace, I asked Ezinne specific questions around the AVIATE (Acknowledge, Vocalize, Inclusion, Act, and Evolve) theme.  

From humble beginnings in Nigeria, where she sought solutions to everyday problems, Ezinne Uzo-Okoro has charted an extraordinary path. Her journey, marked by curiosity and resilience, led her from aspirations of being an inventor to the forefront of space exploration and policy-making. With a career that began at NASA in 2004, Ezinne has accumulated extensive expertise in space engineering systems and management. Her academic accomplishments are equally impressive, with three master's degrees and a historic doctorate in aeronautics and astronautics from MIT, making her the first and only Black woman to achieve this feat.

In her current role as the assistant director of space policy in the White House's Office of Science and Technology Policy, Uzo-Okoro is instrumental in shaping the nation's space priorities. Her days are filled with tackling challenges ranging from space debris to Earth’s climate monitoring, reflecting a diverse and impactful portfolio.  

Uzo-Okoro's vision extends beyond practical solutions; she envisions a future where space technology plays a critical role in advancing society and the global economy. Her dedication and pioneering spirit have not only led to significant contributions in the field of space exploration but also positioned her as a role model, inspiring others to pursue their dreams relentlessly.

Guest: Daniel Castro, Director at ITIF's Center for Data Innovation [@DataInnovation]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldcastro/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/castrotech

On Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/CenterForDataInnovation/

On TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@datainnovation

On Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/centerfordatainnovation/

On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/datainnovation

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Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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Episode Introduction

Hey listeners, welcome to a brand new episode of Redefining Society, where we dive deep into the intersection of technology, society, and humanity. I'm your host, Marco Ciappelli, and today, we're not just unpacking a contentious debate; we're setting the stage for a crucial conversation about the often misguided blame game played at the expense of technology.

Joining us is none other than Daniel Castro, a name that resonates with authority in the realm of information technology and internet policy. As the vice president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the director of ITIF's Center for Data Innovation, Daniel's insights are the ones that fuel informed debates and policy-making. His acumen for navigating complex issues like privacy, security, and the digital economy has made him a go-to source for leading media outlets and a pivotal figure in shaping internet governance.

On our show, we're known for cutting through the noise and getting to the heart of how technology intertwines with our social fabric. In a world quick to cast aspersions on the digital scape, Daniel's perspectives are more important than ever. His piece, "Maybe Everything Isn’t Tech’s Fault," serves as a launchpad for today's discussion, urging us to question the ease with which we attribute the pitfalls of human judgment and systemic flaws to the convenient culprit that is technology.

Together, we'll explore the real stories behind the sensational headlines and unpack the layers of accountability that often go unnoticed. Are we unfairly demonizing the tools and innovations that have become integral to our modern existence? Let's find out.

Get ready for a conversation that promises to be as enlightening as it is provocative. This is Redefining Society, and it's time to challenge what you think you know about technology's place in our lives. Stay tuned.

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Resources

Maybe Everything Isn’t Tech’s Fault (Article): https://itif.org/publications/2023/09/28/maybe-everything-isnt-techs-fault/

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Guest: Daniel Castro, Director at ITIF's Center for Data Innovation [@DataInnovation]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/danieldcastro/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/castrotech

On Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/CenterForDataInnovation/

On TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@datainnovation

On Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/centerfordatainnovation/

On YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/datainnovation

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Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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_____________________________

Episode Introduction

Hey listeners, welcome to a brand new episode of Redefining Society, where we dive deep into the intersection of technology, society, and humanity. I'm your host, Marco Ciappelli, and today, we're not just unpacking a contentious debate; we're setting the stage for a crucial conversation about the often misguided blame game played at the expense of technology.

Joining us is none other than Daniel Castro, a name that resonates with authority in the realm of information technology and internet policy. As the vice president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the director of ITIF's Center for Data Innovation, Daniel's insights are the ones that fuel informed debates and policy-making. His acumen for navigating complex issues like privacy, security, and the digital economy has made him a go-to source for leading media outlets and a pivotal figure in shaping internet governance.

On our show, we're known for cutting through the noise and getting to the heart of how technology intertwines with our social fabric. In a world quick to cast aspersions on the digital scape, Daniel's perspectives are more important than ever. His piece, "Maybe Everything Isn’t Tech’s Fault," serves as a launchpad for today's discussion, urging us to question the ease with which we attribute the pitfalls of human judgment and systemic flaws to the convenient culprit that is technology.

Together, we'll explore the real stories behind the sensational headlines and unpack the layers of accountability that often go unnoticed. Are we unfairly demonizing the tools and innovations that have become integral to our modern existence? Let's find out.

Get ready for a conversation that promises to be as enlightening as it is provocative. This is Redefining Society, and it's time to challenge what you think you know about technology's place in our lives. Stay tuned.

_____________________________

Resources

Maybe Everything Isn’t Tech’s Fault (Article): https://itif.org/publications/2023/09/28/maybe-everything-isnt-techs-fault/

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To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:
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Guest: Marc Steen, Senior Research Scientist at TNO [@TNO_nieuws]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcsteen/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/marcsteen

On Mastodon | https://mastodon.social/@marcsteen

Website | https://marcsteen.nl/index.html

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Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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Episode Introduction

Welcome to another episode of "Redefining Society Podcast," where we muse on society and technology at their intersecting point, exploring how one influences and changes the other. Today, we are diving into a topic that is not just crucial but also ethically challenging—how those who work in the tech industry can and should approach ethics in their daily practice.

Our guide in this intellectual journey is Marc Steen, a senior research scientist at TNO in The Netherlands. Marc is an expert in Human-Centred Design and Value-Sensitive Design, with a strong focus on the responsible innovation and applied ethics of technology. He asks the questions that many of us perhaps hesitate to ask—especially when it comes to the ethics behind algorithms and AI systems. With an extensive background in both scholarly and popular writing, Marc aims to push the boundaries of ethical discourse in technology.

Now, why is this important? As we engage more and more with technology, its repercussions echo louder and louder through the hallways of our societal norms, affecting our collective values, freedoms, and even democracy itself. So, when we talk about tech, we're not just talking about a tool or a service; we're discussing a societal force that shapes our daily lives.

Marc's recent book, "Ethics for People Who Work in Tech," serves as a roadmap for professionals in the tech industry. Whether you are a computer scientist, a software developer, or even someone involved in policy-making, this book aims to empower you to think ethically. It provides a practical, three-step iterative approach for integrating ethics into projects and uses four distinct ethical perspectives to evaluate outcomes. The ultimate goal? To design and use technologies that contribute to a just society—a society where people can truly live well together.

Today, we are going to explore these ideas deeply. We'll question the uneasy aspects of technology that most shy away from. We'll explore how we can achieve a state where innovation isn't just about creating the new and the powerful, but also about ensuring fairness, freedom, and communal well-being.

So sit back, and let's embark on this philosophical inquiry into the ethics of tech. Because, if technology is shaping our society, it's our moral imperative to ensure that it shapes it for the better. Stay with us.

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About the Book

This book is for people who work in the tech industry—computer and data scientists, software developers and engineers, designers, and people in business, marketing or management roles. It is also for people who are involved in the procurement and deployment of advanced applications, algorithms, and AI systems, and in policy making. Together, they create the digital products, services, and systems that shape our societies and daily lives. The book’s aim is to empower people to take responsibility, to ‘upgrade’ their skills for ethical reflection, inquiry, and deliberation. It introduces ethics in an accessible manner with practical examples, outlines of different ethical traditions, and practice-oriented methods

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Resources

Ethics for People Who Work in Tech (Book): https://www.routledge.com/Ethics-for-People-Who-Work-in-Tech/Steen/p/book/9780367542436

Ethics for People Who Work in Tech (Website that accompanies book): https://ethicsforpeoplewhoworkintech.com/

Ethics as a Participatory and Iterative Process: https://cacm.acm.org/magazines/2023/5/272289-ethics-as-a-participatory-and-iterative-process/fulltext

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To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:
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Guest: Marc Steen, Senior Research Scientist at TNO [@TNO_nieuws]

On LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcsteen/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/marcsteen

On Mastodon | https://mastodon.social/@marcsteen

Website | https://marcsteen.nl/index.html

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Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli
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BlackCloak 👉 https://itspm.ag/itspbcweb

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_____________________________

Episode Introduction

Welcome to another episode of "Redefining Society Podcast," where we muse on society and technology at their intersecting point, exploring how one influences and changes the other. Today, we are diving into a topic that is not just crucial but also ethically challenging—how those who work in the tech industry can and should approach ethics in their daily practice.

Our guide in this intellectual journey is Marc Steen, a senior research scientist at TNO in The Netherlands. Marc is an expert in Human-Centred Design and Value-Sensitive Design, with a strong focus on the responsible innovation and applied ethics of technology. He asks the questions that many of us perhaps hesitate to ask—especially when it comes to the ethics behind algorithms and AI systems. With an extensive background in both scholarly and popular writing, Marc aims to push the boundaries of ethical discourse in technology.

Now, why is this important? As we engage more and more with technology, its repercussions echo louder and louder through the hallways of our societal norms, affecting our collective values, freedoms, and even democracy itself. So, when we talk about tech, we're not just talking about a tool or a service; we're discussing a societal force that shapes our daily lives.

Marc's recent book, "Ethics for People Who Work in Tech," serves as a roadmap for professionals in the tech industry. Whether you are a computer scientist, a software developer, or even someone involved in policy-making, this book aims to empower you to think ethically. It provides a practical, three-step iterative approach for integrating ethics into projects and uses four distinct ethical perspectives to evaluate outcomes. The ultimate goal? To design and use technologies that contribute to a just society—a society where people can truly live well together.

Today, we are going to explore these ideas deeply. We'll question the uneasy aspects of technology that most shy away from. We'll explore how we can achieve a state where innovation isn't just about creating the new and the powerful, but also about ensuring fairness, freedom, and communal well-being.

So sit back, and let's embark on this philosophical inquiry into the ethics of tech. Because, if technology is shaping our society, it's our moral imperative to ensure that it shapes it for the better. Stay with us.

_____________________________

About the Book

This book is for people who work in the tech industry—computer and data scientists, software developers and engineers, designers, and people in business, marketing or management roles. It is also for people who are involved in the procurement and deployment of advanced applications, algorithms, and AI systems, and in policy making. Together, they create the digital products, services, and systems that shape our societies and daily lives. The book’s aim is to empower people to take responsibility, to ‘upgrade’ their skills for ethical reflection, inquiry, and deliberation. It introduces ethics in an accessible manner with practical examples, outlines of different ethical traditions, and practice-oriented methods

_____________________________

Resources

Ethics for People Who Work in Tech (Book): https://www.routledge.com/Ethics-for-People-Who-Work-in-Tech/Steen/p/book/9780367542436

Ethics for People Who Work in Tech (Website that accompanies book): https://ethicsforpeoplewhoworkintech.com/

Ethics as a Participatory and Iterative Process: https://cacm.acm.org/magazines/2023/5/272289-ethics-as-a-participatory-and-iterative-process/fulltext

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To see and hear more Redefining Society stories on ITSPmagazine, visit:
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Senator Cory McCray serves as a leading voice in equitable policy-making, community involvement, and impactful governance. Representing the younger generation of politicians, Senator McCray's work has consistently aimed for positive change within his jurisdiction.

During this compelling discussion, Senator Cory McCray shares:

• His early life experiences that molded his political aspirations, supported by mentors who encouraged him to serve his community.
• The pivotal moments that cemented his decision to turn his political interests into a committed career in public service.
• The intricate balance of challenges and rewards that come with representing a diverse set of constituents, and how these experiences influence his legislative decisions.

Tune in to this episode to understand the nuances of modern-day political leadership, explore the inner workings of community engagement, and gain valuable insights from Senator Cory McCray's journey from local advocate to influential legislator.

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The Truth In This Art is not just about exploring art, culture, and community—it's a platform that actively engages with them. Whether you're discovering the vibrant arts scene in and around your community or tasting the local flavors at Foraged, you're immersed in the heartbeat of Baltimore. Located in the Station North Arts & Entertainment District, foraged. a hyper-seasonal eatery where Chef Chris Amendola serves farm-fresh seasonal plates alongside beer & wine, all in an atmosphere as warm and inviting as our podcast conversations. The space, adorned with greenery, mirrors the eatery's commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, a philosophy that's deeply rooted in the natural world—just like the authentic stories we explore on the podcast. It's a full-circle community experience, even featuring a signature cocktail named after Rob Lee. With Chef Amendola being a frequent guest on our show, the partnership illuminates the rich intersections of arts, culture, and community that we both celebrate. Discover more at foragedeatery.com.

INGSA Horizon Podcast - In-depth conversations with the leading global experts at the science/society/policy interface.

In the final months of his tenure as the UK Government's Chief Scientific Advisor, Sir Patrick Vallance sat down with Dr Mona Nemer, Canada's Chief Science Advisor, to discuss the challenges they've faced, the opportunities they see, and the future for science advice.

Both were in the middle of their tenures when COVID erupted and they found themselves at the very centre of the national and international response. What was it like to be a country's highest ranking science adviser, when unprecedented interest, scrutiny, and animosity was directed at scientists trying to do their jobs?

This is a candid and engaging discussion from two of the world's most experience science advice practitioners.

For more, follow @INGSciAdvice on Twitter or check out #INGSAHorizon​​​

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Step into the world of diversity, inclusion, and effective governance with Maya Rockeymoore Cummings, a distinguished political scientist, business owner, speaker, author, and change agent. Join host Rob Lee on "The Truth in This Art" podcast as we delve into a thought-provoking interview with Maya, where she shares her wealth of knowledge and expertise in government affairs and policy-making. Discover Maya's vision for diversity and inclusion, her perspective on Baltimore, and her insights on networking and professional accountability.

In this enlightening episode, we explore:

• Maya's motivations and the ideas that have propelled her work throughout her career in government affairs and policy-making
• Insights into Maya's collaboration with government officials on various policy areas, including trade, tax, health, and retirement security
• Challenging common misconceptions about Baltimore and shedding light on its unique strengths and opportunities
• Maya's philosophy of networking and staying true to oneself, with valuable insights on building connections and maintaining accountability
• Maya's definition of professionalism and how it aligns with the larger understanding of professionalism, along with traits of successful leaders

Join us for this thought-provoking conversation with Maya Rockeymoore Cummings as we explore the realms of diversity, inclusion, and effective governance.

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Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.

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"The Truth In This Art," hosted by Rob Lee, is a podcast that explores the essence of creativity and its community impact, amplifying artists' voices and their profound stories.

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Can you hold an abstract ideal as a primary aim and not lose a consistent morality? Can Matt ever stop talking? No one knows.

AI's Summary 
Can our pursuit of a grand vision lead us astray from our moral compass, or does it steer us towards a greater good? Our latest episode engages with this provocative question, as we grapple with the tension between moral conduct and outcome-focused actions. We discuss the risks of justifying behavior solely on envisioned ideals, whether personal or societal. We invite you on a journey of moral exploration, from the importance of the vision itself to the moral complexities arising from the intersection of our actions with legal and societal norms.

Humor and wisdom are the lenses through which we inspect the shifting sands of shared identity and values in today's society. Norm MacDonald's comedic genius and Jordan Klepper's political interviews serve as the backdrop to a thought-provoking conversation on cultural dissonance and the impact of media on our collective consciousness. We'll tackle the daunting challenge of discerning credible information in a landscape flooded with misinformation, underlining how we all, at times, may fall prey to unverified narratives.

The episode culminates as we consider the intricate dance of identity, community, and governance in the tapestry of human society. Through personal anecdotes and historical insights, we muse on the role online communication plays in shaping bureaucracy and the delicate balance between efficiency and individual dignity within systems designed to solve complex problems. Our dialogue seeks to chart a path towards a secular, community-based framework that upholds our shared humanity, all the while respecting the rich tapestry of personal beliefs. Join us and our guests for a contemplative examination of the principles that guide our actions and the forces that shape our world.

References
Based on a True Story: Not a Memoir, Norm MacDonald
Fingers the Pulse, Jordan Klepper, "Read the Transcript"
Albert Camus' lecture “The Human Crisis” read by Viggo Mortensen
Peter Singer
Immediately No, Justin Bieber

Chapters
 (00:00) - Abstract Beliefs and Moral Vision

 (06:13) - Shared Identity and Values Impact

 (11:13) - The Breakdown of Faith and Identity

 (17:58) - Identity, Community, and Lost Values

 (30:49) - Online Communication's Impact on Bureaucracy

 (36:33) - Systems Solve Complex Problems

Applications for the 2022 Cambridge Social Innovation Prize are now being accepted: the prize is awarded by Trinity Hall and the Cambridge Centre for Social Innovation.

In The Social Ideas Podcast: Cambridge Social Innovation Prize - Kim Griffin, 
Kim shares how the £10,000 prize has enabled her to focus on the development of her social enterprise, the services she provides, and the future of a PhD and involvement in policy making. 

The £10,000 awards are made annually to extraordinary founder-CEOs of scale-up social enterprises to support their growth as leaders. Mentoring from experts at Cambridge Judge Business School and support from an expanding community of social innovators at Trinity Hall will help them to develop the skills, resources and networks they need to create more impact from their work.

 
Cambridge Centre for Social Innovation
Cambridge Social Ventures
Trinity Hall, Cambridge
The Cambridge Social Innovation Prize
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Featuring:

• Prof Anna Davies Trinity, Centre for Smart and Sustainable Cities
• Prof Edgar Pieterse, African Centre for Cities
• Ms Alice Charles, World Economic Forum Geneva
• Mr John Mauro, City of Port Townsend, Washington
• Prof Marie-Christine Therrien, Cité-ID Liv­ing Lab

Cities are increasingly the key implementer of international, national, and local policy. They are where policy and theory intersect directly with people’s lives. This panel will explore the challenges encountered, and the practical solutions deployed, at the ‘pointy end’ of the Sustainable Development Goals, for example to fight against climate change. 

Is science advice sufficiently vertically integrated to truly “think globally and act locally”?

How can knowledge from the social sciences and humanities be better utilised by policymakers to address our sustainability challenges and complement traditional technological and physical scientific advice? What happens when different types of advice challenge one another? And how can different types of social science contribute to solutions from different perspectives.

Featuring:

• Dr Jean Lebel, International Development Research Centre
• Prof Steven Hoffman, Director of the Global Strategy Lab
• Prof Elizabeth Jelin, Senior Researcher at CONICET
• Dr Montira Pongsiri, Save the Children, Member of the SEA SAN
• Prof Ilona Otto, Wegener Center for Climate and Global Change

Featuring:

• A/Prof Manuela Fernández Pinto, Universidad de los Andes
• A/Prof Heather Douglas, Michigan State University
• Mr David Mair, Joint Research Centre of the European Commission
• Prof Dr Asma Ismail, Academy of Sciences Malaysia

Making space for public values in science advice to government is heralded as a protection against technocracy, and yet the legitimacy of scientific knowledge derives from endorsement by peers, not the public. Is there a need for a new approach within science advice to better prepare for the tensions of pluralistic policy-making?

Featuring:

• Prof Salim Abdool Karim, CAPRISA Professor of Global Health at Columbia University

• Inès Hassan, Senior Projects Manager at the International Science Council

When dealing with a crisis, everybody wants certainty – citizens want reassurance, scientists want facts, policymakers want solutions. How can scientists and policymakers navigate a situation where there is no certainty, where scientific consensus can shift suddenly, and where the very foundations of understanding are in constant flux?

Salim S. Abdool Karim is a South African clinical infectious diseases epidemiologist widely recognised for his research contributions in HIV prevention and treatment. For a year, Prof Abdool Karim was the Chair of the South African Ministerial Advisory Committee on COVID-19.

Leading the discussion is Dr Inès Hassan, coordinator of the International Science Council COVID-19  Scenarios Project (https://council.science/covid-19-scenarios/) which is looking at the mid- and long-term impacts of COVID-19 for which policymakers need to plan.

Science advice is built on a foundation of established models of knowledge production, policy-making and the science-policy-society relationship. But all of these are currently in flux. How do we provide advice in a context when foundational assumptions are changing? This panel explores key examples of changing discourses and how they intersect and interact to form new social, economic, technological and intellectual paradigms.

Featuring:

• Prof Ian Goldin - Oxford Martin School
• Ms Armine Yalnizyan - Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers
• Mr Achim Steiner - Administrator of the UN Development Programme
• Elder Nii Gaani Aki Inini, Dr. Dave Courchene - Knowledge Keeper of the Anishnaabe Nation

Digital trade is booming worldwide, but countries are struggling to define, measure, and track its impact. Swapna Nair discusses the challenges and opportunities Canada has to become a leader in the international sphere (and international standards) of digital trade.  

The full story:  

Choosing the Right Ruler: Approaches to Measuring Digital Trade (Impact Paper, November 2021)

Digital Trade Measurements in Canada Explained (Video)

Measuring Digital Trade (Global Commerce Centre)  

About our guest:  

Swapna Nair is a Senior Economist and the Global Commerce Centre (GCC) lead. As part of the GCC, she leads research on trade, investment, and trade policies within the Conference Board. Some of her recent work has been on digital trade, designing future supply chains, and implications for Canadian businesses and policy-makers. She has previously worked with international institutions, governments, and policy institutes across UK, India, Mauritius, UAE, Afghanistan, and Iraq on international trade and macroeconomic issues. Swapna holds an MSc in Development Studies from the London School of Economics and Political Science, UK; and an MA in Economics from the University of Hyderabad, India.    

And access all our research at conferenceboard.ca. 

In policy organizing, we often define the win based on the outcome of a bill or ballot measure, with little regard for process. But when we think longer term about building real grassroots power, success is measured differently. In this episode, we talk with veteran power-building policy strategist Dana Laurent from the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center about a common mistake in progressive policy organizing that leaves communities most affected out of the conversation. Tune in and learn about  principles and resources to help us redefine the wins for an indisposable future.

Resources: 

• BISC’s Declaration of Cooperation Facilitator Toolkit
• https://ballot.org/
• Join UPSTREAM's National Reuse Network

In this episode, Oves Anwar, Director of Research at the Research Society of International Law, sits down with Salman Zaidi (Director Programs, Jinnah Institute) to discuss the shifting tectonic plates in South Asia and how these changing dynamics influence the policy-making in Pakistan.

Watch this episode in video