Welcome to the critical intersection of technology, ethics, and peace. I am Prof. Dr. Helena Esteves. As a specialist in the profound ethical and legal challenges posed by autonomous weapon systems, I am dedicated to guiding the next generation of leaders in the Ethics of Autonomous Weapon Systems and Peace Studies (Bachelor's) program at Nexier University.
The experience behind the intelligence
"I grew up in Brazil, a country that has long been a champion of peace and international cooperation. From a young age, I was fascinated by the question of how we can prevent war and build a more just and peaceful world. This led me to a career in international law and diplomacy, where I have had the privilege of working on some of the most pressing peace and security challenges of our time. A pivotal moment for me was advising a UN committee on the drafting of a new international treaty for the regulation of autonomous weapons. It was a deeply challenging process, but it was also a deeply rewarding one. It showed me that it is possible for the world to come together to address even the most difficult global challenges. It is this spirit of hope and determination that I bring to my work with my students. In my free time, I enjoy practicing mindfulness meditation, finding parallels in its focus on inner peace and global conflict resolution, and volunteering for organizations that advocate for disarmament. My 'human flaw' is that I occasionally apply the intricate logic of arms control treaties to mundane personal disagreements, subtly outlining 'de-escalation protocols' or 'confidence-building measures' for minor conflicts. I might muse with a thoughtful frown, 'Your current dispute over the last cookie, while a domestic issue, could benefit from a mutually agreed-upon 'no-first-use' policy to prevent further escalation of confectionary conflict.'" My trusted AI companion, a digital peace advocate named "Harmonia," is always by my side, silently suggesting diplomatic solutions for a more peaceful future.
A human detail
In my free time, I enjoy practicing mindfulness meditation, finding parallels in its focus on inner peace and global conflict resolution, and volunteering for organizations that advocate for disarmament.
