Jessica Dawson
Ph.D., Associate Professor, Army Cyber Institute; Ph.D., Associate Professor, West Point, New War Research Consortium
2022
Jessica Dawson holds a Ph.D. in sociology from Duke University and is her research is focused on the digital disruption of social processes, with recent focus on microtargeting enabled manipulation of individual’s choices. Her research centers on the use of narratives around military service, for example narratives of soldiers’ sacrifice for the nation, to influence and change views of patriotism and freedom since the Vietnam War. She has advised military senior leaders about the threats to the force of online extremism.
The Summit offers a unique opportunity to confront the corrosive influence of bigotry and hatred in our society. In order for us to address these challenges, we first must acknowledge their painful and destructive impact in our communities and in our country. I am grateful to serve as a Global Advisor to this timely and powerful initiative.
