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THE BRIEF by Maya Plentz

THE BRIEF
Housing
Brazilian Amazon Rainforest
Internet Governance Forum
Brazil
Illegal Logging
Biodiversity
Paris Peace Forum
UNHCR
Refugee Innovation Projects
Human Rights
Climate Policy
Digital Rights
Cybersecurity
Artificial Intelligence
BRICS
International Relations
Freedom Of Expression
Misinformation
Tech Regulation
Press Freedom

Maya Plentz is the founder and chief editor of THE BRIEF, a weekly newsletter with exclusive interviews and analysis focusing on tech policy, and the global digital economy. She has over two decades of experience in the news media sector. Her work has aired at UN Radio, BBC World, RFI and Bloomberg TV.During her tenure as a producer and presenter at Bloomberg TV in New York, she covered Google, Mi... more

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I interviewed Bourhan Yassin, CEO of Rainforest Connection, a company that applies AI to acoustics for data insights to better inform conservation, preserve biodiversity, and protect the rainforests from illegal logging. They are currently working in... more

What does it take to become a UN humanitarian work? 

We interviewed Hovig Etyemezian, Head of Innovation at UNHCR, the UN Agency for Refugees to find out about his journey and how working in the field, in the frontlines, managing refugee camps logis... more

Interview with Mark Manly, head of donor relations and resource mobilisation at the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR).

The UNHCR focuses on providing international protection and solutions for refugees, internally displaced people, and preventin... more

Seeking Common Ground in a World of Rivalry

The organization led by Justin Vaisse, historian and diplomat, is supported by the French government and private sector sponsors, including Microsoft. 

There will be panels with AI companies and how they ... more

UN Secretary General Calls for a Global AI Regulatory Agency 

These last couple of days have been quite busy on issues of AI and emerging tech governance at the UN and its agencies. We had the IGF meeting in Geneva with Maria Ressa and Vint Cerf, AI... more

Interview with Brazilian Diplomat Camila Olsen on Promoting Brazil Abroad and Attracting FDI

Interview with Camila Olsen, Head of Trade, Investment, Agriculture and Energy Section at the Brazilian Embassy in Copenhagen

Today I interviewed the Braz... more

The UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and many other international human rights treaties state that the right to housing under international human rights law is the right to live in peace, security and dignity.

The violation of the right to h... more

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Josef Aschbacher, European Space Agency Director-General, on COP28 and the Agreement With UNEP to Monitor Climate Change

Getting things done at COP28: Watch my interview with the European Space Agency Director-General Josef ... more

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Recent Guests

Vint Cerf
One of the fathers of the Internet and Chief Internet Evangelist at Google
Google
Episode: Vint Cerf and Maria Ressa on the Internet Governance Forum
Maria Ressa
A journalist and CEO of Rappler, known for her advocacy on press freedom and challenge against misinformation
Rappler
Episode: Vint Cerf and Maria Ressa on the Internet Governance Forum

Host

Maya Plentz
Founder and Chief Editor with over two decades of experience in news media, covering technology and global issues. Her role includes producing segments for major outlets like Bloomberg TV, UN Radio, and others, focusing on technology policy and the digital economy.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

UN Refugee Agency Fundraising Strategy
Q: Are you on target to raise 1 billion USD from private sector donors until 2025?
UNHCR reached the one billion mark in 2022, primarily due to the Ukraine crisis, although ongoing emergencies like Sudan need more visibility.
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Q: How does UNHCR communicate effectively to counter the demonization of refugees?
UNHCR highlights success stories and calls for responsible communication from media and influencers to combat misinformation about refugees.
UN Refugee Agency Fundraising Strategy
Q: What is the fundraising strategy of UNHCR?
UNHCR aims to ensure flexible funding for emergency response as well as sustainable support for long-term refugee situations, drawing on government and private sector donations.

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The content primarily focuses on global digital economy and technology policy, featuring interviews with prominent figures in policy, technology, and humanitarian efforts. The discussions reveal insights into various pressing global issues like climate change, internet governance, humanitarian crises, and the role of technology in solving these challenges. Episodes often highlight organizations such as the UNHCR and the Paris Peace Forum, showcasing both problems and innovative solutions concerning sustainability, human rights, and international collaboration. The approach is informative and timely, aiming to address the intersection of technology, policy, and global impact, making it a valuable resource for professionals and enthusiasts in... more

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