Britt Flanderijn

Encoding Inequality: Why Global AI Governance Must Confront Sexism

by Britt FlanderijnCommentary October 13, 2025No Comments

Author’s Note: This article focuses primarily on sexism and the disproportionate consequences of AI for women, it goes without saying that these technologies also affect other marginalised communities disproportionately. Applying a gendered lens to Global AI Governance, naturally also requires recognising and acting on this fact. ‘The brave new world we are hurtling towards reflects …

Dispatches: BeNeLux, Vol. I

by Britt FlanderijnDispatches April 27, 2025April 29, 2025No Comments

The Benelux Brief – April 2025 To understand the UK’s place in the world means striving to gain a better understanding of the world. The Dispatches project brings together commentators from around the world to share key news analysis each month on their chosen region. By Britt Flanderijn This dispatch is written by Britt Flanderijn. …

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After Empire, Beyond America?: Britain’s Identity at a Crossroads

by Britt FlanderijnCommentary April 19, 2025May 7, 2025No Comments

Donald Trump’s second presidential term has already shaken up the international stage. His unpredictable foreign policy and inward turn have left many US allies perplexed and recalibrating. Among them, Great Britain stands in a particularly precarious position. Since the end of World War II, the so-called ‘special relationship’ with Washington has been a cornerstone of …