Nasim Motalebi

Dr. Nasim Motalebi currently serves as the Head of AI at the United Nations World Food Programme, focusing on applying expertise in artificial intelligence and information science to humanitarian operations. She holds a PhD in Information Science and Technology from Penn State University, with research centered on digital capacity building and policy strategies for forced migration. Her academic work explores information practices of refugee-led organizations and their technological applications in resource-limited settings. Additionally, she excels in teaching and international forums, having taught human-centered design courses and delivered presentations. Her work emphasizes localized, community-led methods, aiming to develop socio-technical systems that address unique challenges within humanitarian contexts, while advocating for responsible AI practices to advance the social good of technology.

• 2023–Present·United Nations World Food Programme·Head of AI
  • Leads the development and implementation of AI projects, integrating emerging technologies into humanitarian aid operations.
  • Collaborates with global organizations (such as UNOCHA and IDOS) to promote localized and community-driven solutions.

• 2018–2023·Penn State University·PhD
  • Field of study: Information Science and Technology, with research focusing on digital capacity building and policy strategies for forced migration.