How Can We Protect Independent Technology Research in an Age of Political Constraints?

Join us and our distinguished speaker Brandi Geurkink (Coalition for Independent Technology Research) for a discussion on how advocacy, organising, and research intersect to shape the governance of our digital world. The event will be moderated by Prof. Daniela Stockmann (Centre for Digital Governance). From auditing YouTube’s recommendation algorithm to leading a global coalition for independent tech research, Brandi Geurkink has spent much of her career organising people to push for ethical, transparent digital systems. Join us for a discussion on how advocacy, organising, and research intersect to shape the governance of our digital world—and what future changemakers can do to make tech more accountable. This event is part of the Digital Governance in Practice event series organised by the Centre for Digital Governance of the Hertie School. Registration is required for this event. Photos and videos will be taken during this event to capture the atmosphere and document our event.

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18. Februar 2026 15:00
18. Februar 2026 16:30
Hertie School
Friedrichstraße 180, 10117 Berlin

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Hertie School
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The Hertie School teaches, researches, and debates good governance and public affairs in the heart of Berlin and Europe. It offers master's degrees, doctoral programmes, and executive education to train change-makers in government, business, and civil society.