Ariam Mogos

Ariam Mogos is a designer and researcher investigating the ways that technology can foster playful learning experiences that bridge communities and cultures. She leads emerging technology initiatives at the Stanford d.school, where she helps students and educators work with emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, and shapes conversations around the tech’s ethical implications on humans and nature. Mogos has worked across Africa, Asia, the United States and Europe, with her work in Kenya and Spain leveraging game design as a vehicle to address conflict between young people from diverse backgrounds. She also enjoys working with young makers, as well, facilitating creative learning experiences in local libraries and recreation centers.