Laura Bullón-Cassis

Laura Bullón-Cassis is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy of the Geneva Graduate Institute. Her work focuses on the intersection of digital technologies, climate governance, and inclusive decision-making, particularly involving youth and marginalized communities. She combines academic research with policy engagement through roles at the UN Environment Programme and the International Institute for Sustainable Development.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Media, Culture, and Communication (2022, New York University)
  • MSc in Global Politics (London School of Economics and Political Science)
  • BSc in Sociology (London School of Economics and Political Science)

Her research explores how digital tools and AI reshape political participation, with a focus on climate politics, social movements, and democratic renewal. She has conducted ethnographic studies on civil disobedience in Paris and AI literacy in governance.

Laura's work spans academic and public platforms, with publications in outlets like the Journal of Youth Studies, Global Policy Journal, and The Conversation. She co-hosted the podcast Who is Voting in 2024? and contributes to policy discussions on multilateral climate diplomacy.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Emerging Scholar by Global Perspectives (University of California Press, 2024)
  • Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) funded Postdoctoral Fellowship

She has held visiting affiliations at Cambridge University, George Washington University, and Sciences Po Paris. Her career bridges academia, UN agencies, and grassroots advocacy, emphasizing equity and youth agency in global governance.