Andreas Hirblinger

Andreas Hirblinger is a Researcher at the Centre on Conflict, Development & Peacebuilding (CCDP) within the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies in Geneva. His work focuses on the intersection of digital technologies and peacebuilding, particularly examining how artificial intelligence, social media, and digital tools reshape conflict mediation and inclusion strategies. He teaches courses such as "Digital Approaches to Conflict Prevention: Agency, Power and Peace" and actively participates in academic events addressing post-digital politics and hybrid peacemaking intelligence.

Key research interests include subjunctive technologies in peacebuilding, digital inclusion in mediated processes, and the ethical implications of AI in conflict zones. His recent projects explore frameworks for critical-reflexive digital peacebuilding and the role of memes in post-conflict reconciliation. He has published extensively on topics such as hybrid peacemaking intelligence and the challenges of data-driven strategies in peace processes.

His academic contributions span conferences and panel discussions on digital governance, with notable events including "Is Peace Still Human? Post-digital Politics and the Apomediation of Peacebuilding" (2023) and "Facing Peaceful Futures in a World of Uncertainty" (2022). His work often critiques technology hype, emphasizing practical, context-sensitive solutions for conflict prevention and societal resilience.

Hirblinger’s research aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). He collaborates with international organizations and has contributed to reports such as "Preventing Violence through Inclusion: From Building Political Momentum to Sustaining Peace" (2017). His lab/team affiliations include the CCDP, which serves as a hub for interdisciplinary conflict studies and peacebuilding innovation.