Anticipating Tomorrow: Inside GESDA’s Science Diplomacy Playbook

How can science support better diplomacy? In this episode, we're joined by Professor Marilyne Andersen, Director-General of GESDA, to explore how anticipatory science diplomacy works: gathering scientists’ foresight, translating breakthroughs into policy and practice, and preparing society for disruptive technologies.

Marilyne shares her insights on GESDA’s Radar of 5–25-year futures, the importance of open science and inclusivity, training for decision‑makers, and the role of art in engaging the public.

Resources:

• Ask a Librarian.
• Explore the GESDA Science Breakthrough Radar®: https://radar.gesda.global.

Production:

Guest: Marilyne Andersen.
Hosts: Amy Smith and Wouter Schallier.
Production and editing: Amy Smith.

Recorded & produced at the United Nations Library & Archives Geneva.