Francesca Bosco

Francesca Bosco – Chief Strategy Officer, CyberPeace Institute Francesca Bosco is a seasoned expert in cybersecurity, digital resilience, and responsible technology policy, with over 18 years of experience at the intersection of international law, human rights, and emerging technologies. She has held senior roles at leading global institutions, including the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, where she led initiatives to counter cyber threats, combat disinformation, and strengthen institutional responses to rapidly evolving digital risks.

Over the years, as a senior expert, advisor, and board member, her work has consistently focused on ensuring that digital transformation advances inclusive development, equitable access, and the protection of fundamental rights, particularly for vulnerable and under-resourced communities. As Chief Strategy Officer at the CyberPeace Institute, Francesca leads strategic programs that bridge the technical and policy dimensions of cybersecurity, with a focus on protecting vulnerable organizations from cyberattacks and disinformation, and ensuring that technologies like AI are developed and governed ethically and equitably.

Her work brings together civil society, philanthropy, the private sector, and public institutions to drive collective action and responsible innovation. Through systems-thinking and commitment to multistakeholder collaboration, Francesca designs and scales programs that enable organizations to operate safely in the digital space—while promoting cybersecurity as a public good. She developed programs that range from capacity-building for frontline nonprofits to global policy engagement on AI and cyber norms.

A strong advocate for inclusive digital development, she ensures that equity, security, and trust are embedded in the digital transition—promoting cybersecurity not only as a technical imperative but as a foundation for inclusive growth, societal trust, and democratic resilience.