Silvia Salis, Techno, and the Politics of the Dance Floor
I used to call myself a party animal and, deep inside, I still am. There’s something about the process of getting ready with a bombastic
Global Society
Global Society — Connecting for an optimised future
How can we organise life on planet earth so that it benefits everyone?
Learning about how connected we are, how complex our communication has become, and the incredible potential that technology offers to optimise our structures of governance… those are some of the first steps we’ll have to take, together.
My vision of a global society is one that values mutual trust, openness, and inclusivity. These are crucial for a sustainable future on earth. In pursuit of those values, I’m leading several projects that seek to raise awareness and exchange about global governance, in particular democratic initiatives.
The Future of Global Society
More than a newsletter, The Future of Global Society envisions itself as a conversing community joining inspiring experts and scientists, as well as individuals and civil society seeking to understand how we can create a better world.
Level Up — We Gamify Democracy
Together with an inter-disciplinary team of doctoral researchers, I co-founded Level Up. Our project is non-profit and uses gamification to optimise democratic participation, public consultation, and community engagement. We aim to support the development of innovative solutions for the most pressing challenges of our time.
Talks
Playlist
Public Speaking
I have far-reaching public speaking experience as expert panelist and moderator worldwide. My style is approachable and engages audiences of all backgrounds.
In the past decade, I have spoken at 200+ events, ranging from academic exchanges to school visits, with live audiences from 10 to over 400 people.
Consulting
Whilst working as a doctoral researcher, I advise and collaborate with think tanks, governments, and international organisations. I have 10 years of experience in public diplomacy, strategic communication, and global peace and security. Former clients include the EU and NATO.
Recent Publications
Blog Posts
The 5 Communications Trends Turning 2026 into a Reckoning
Eroding trust, surging creators, dead search traffic, and AI rewriting everything: here are the communications trends defining 2026.
The Truth about “Truth”: Facts, Fiction, and Feelings in Politics
Can we separate facts from fiction? A reflection on truth, emotion, and the search for common ground in modern politics.
Reshaping Europe’s Destiny: Eric Tak on the Digital Euro
Discover how the digital euro could transform European payments and sovereignty in this interview with ECB’s Eric Tak.
5 Urgent Questions on EU–China Relations and AI Rivalry
I had the privilege of being invited to speak at the European Guanxi Conference organised in Brussels in September 2025. The event took place the
EU–China Relations in the Age of AI: Volatile Rivalry and Cooperation
At the SCO summit and beyond, China signals growing assertiveness. How can the EU balance rivalry, resilience, and cooperation in its China strategy?
Disinformation Knows No Borders: Why EU Policy Falls Short
EU policies frame disinformation as a security threat, but this undermines democracy and global cooperation.
How the EU Turned Disinformation into a Security Threat
My latest article examines the European Union’s ban on Russian media RT and Sputnik and its implications for free speech and democracy.
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Hello! I’m Sophie
I write about politics, technology, society, wellbeing, and travel. Born and raised in Belgium, I have lived and studied in 5 different countries and love to explore and connect across borders. I consider myself an enthusiastic feminist and self-care advocate.