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Ms. Maya Sherman

Innovation Attaché, Israel Embassy in India, Delhi, India

IMPARC ID: IMP-MM-SCI-DL-IND-2026-2224

Profile Summary

Ms. Maya Sherman is a multilingual technology researcher, policy advisor, and project leader with over 10 years of experience delivering cross-sector initiatives in data and artificial intelligence. Her work spans AI governance, ethics, digital transformation, and emerging technology policy across government, academia, industry, and international organizations. She has led large-scale, multi-stakeholder programs focused on responsible AI, climate technology, AI literacy, and digital inclusion, and has advised senior policymakers, startups, and global institutions. Maya has extensive experience in strategic program delivery, policy research, impact reporting, and leading multidisciplinary teams across international contexts.

Subject Matter Expertise

Data Science
– Responsible AI

Business, Finance, Economics, & Law
– Technology Law

Public Policy & Administration
– Digital Policy

Social Science & Humanities
– Social Ethics

Mentorship Offered

Consulting
– Digital Strategy Consulting
– Regulatory Consulting
– Business Strategy Consulting

Research
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Policy Analysis

Writing
– Technical Writing

Work Experience Summary

Ms. Sherman has held senior advisory, analytical, and leadership roles across embassies, international organizations, technology companies, and research institutions. Her experience includes advising on bilateral AI and technology partnerships, leading global AI policy initiatives, conducting in-depth AI and cyber intelligence research, managing enterprise-scale digital transformation projects, and delivering high-impact policy research and advisory for governments and multinational stakeholders.
Tech Delivery & Policy Experience

Role Innovation Attaché
Organization Israel Embassy in India
Location Delhi, India
Duration February 2023 – Present
Details Serves as Tech & Innovation Advisor facilitating Israel–India technology partnerships across startups, government agencies, policy think tanks, and universities, with a focus on responsible AI and emerging technologies. Manages multi-stakeholder program delivery, large-scale budgets, high-level delegations, and ecosystem engagements on data and AI, producing impact reporting. Selected as the Embassy’s subject matter expert on AI and emerging technologies, advising on bilateral R&D programs, startup acceleration initiatives, and academic–industry partnerships. Spearheaded 100+ tech acceleration, hackathon, and research programs across India, including the AI Water Bootcamp & Challenge with Haryana Water Authority, the Responsible AI Academy to Indian Startups with MeitY Startup Hub, and the AI & Financial Literacy for Women Symposium with Bennett University.

Role AI Expert & Project Co-Lead
Organization Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), OECD
Location Delhi, India
Duration October 2023 – Present
Details Selected as the first Israeli AI Expert for GPAI’s Future of Work Committee, supporting global AI policy initiatives with multidisciplinary teams across 25+ countries. Facilitates AI literacy and open-source partnerships between governments, academia, and the private sector, coordinating deliverables with senior policymakers in alignment with OECD strategic goals. Co-led GPAI’s national AI literacy project in India for the informal climate sector, reaching over 20,000 farmers through a multilingual syllabus; chaired the national advisory committee and led stakeholder consultations and policy brief development.

Role Senior Analyst, AI
Organization GlobalData
Location London, United Kingdom
Duration May 2023 – October 2023
Details Conducted in-depth analytics and research on AI trends across sectors, regulations, and policy developments. Authored policy analysis briefs and thought leadership on data ethics and governance, with a focus on generative AI, facial recognition, and content moderation. Mentored and led research teams, strengthening analytical methodologies in AI policy and ethics while guiding junior analysts.

Role Research Project Team Lead
Organization Dell Technologies
Location London, United Kingdom
Duration February 2022 – September 2022
Details Directed a 10-member postgraduate research team from the University of Oxford to deliver data-driven climate technology and social finance models for Dell’s portfolio. Developed project strategy, defined scope, and managed team operations to align with Dell’s climate tech objectives, overseeing client deliverables and performance reporting. Conducted ESG evaluations for AI-driven ventures and presented high-impact ESG reports adopted by Dell’s senior leadership.

Role Technical Project Manager, DEI
Organization HiredScore
Location Tel Aviv, Israel
Duration August 2020 – September 2021
Details Led large-scale digital transformation and AI initiatives for Fortune 500 companies, integrating AI fairness principles into HRTech solutions including applicant tracking and candidate management systems. Managed end-to-end product delivery, testing, and DEI data analysis across the software development lifecycle, delivering measurable improvements in regional efficiency metrics.

Role Research & Teaching Assistant
Organization Reichman University
Location Herzliya, Israel
Duration August 2019 – September 2021
Details Led mixed-methods research projects spanning qualitative and quantitative methodologies, including large-scale surveys, ethnographies, thematic analyses, and comparative policy research. Supported undergraduate and graduate teaching in AI governance, law, and technology policy, contributing to curriculum design and student mentoring. Co-authored influential studies on AI policy, ethics, and regulation published with SUNY Press, Science and Public Policy, and Routledge.

Role Senior Web Intelligence Analyst
Organization Digital Clues AG
Location Herzliya, Israel
Duration August 2019 – August 2020
Details Served as Darknet Subject Matter Expert, designing darknet mining and automation methodologies to deliver real-time cyber-threat intelligence. Led global investigations and high-level stakeholder consultations with governments, security agencies, and think tanks across Francophone regions on issues including hate speech, violent extremism, and cybercrime.

Role Senior Cyber Intelligence Analyst
Organization ClearSky Cybersecurity
Location Tel Aviv, Israel
Duration January 2017 – March 2018
Details Led cyber intelligence research and advisory across Latin America for governments and financial institutions. Produced national-level cybersecurity risk assessments and policy advisory for senior stakeholders in Mexico, Venezuela, Brazil, and Honduras, strengthening online safety and cyber preparedness.

Educational Summary

Ms. Sherman holds advanced academic training in social science, technology, and policy, with a strong focus on AI governance, ethics, and digital regulation.
Academic Qualifications

Institution University of Oxford
Degree MSc in Social Science of the Internet
Duration 2021 – 2022
Honours & Distinctions Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Leadership Scholar (Fully Funded); Visiting Policy Student, EUROPAEUM
Thesis Socio-cultural, regulatory, and ethical factors of AI-driven surveillance policies in Europe

Institution Reichman University
Degree Bachelor of Arts (Hons.) in Government, Diplomacy and Strategy
Duration 2017 – 2020
Honours & Distinctions Graduated with Distinction; Lauder Merit Scholarship; Dean’s List; Recipient of Ragonis & Sprinzak Awards for Research Excellence

WEBINARS, INTERVIEWS, AND PODCASTS

Selected Webinars, Interviews, and Podcasts

Title Bridging AI, Ethics, and Sustainability – A Visionary Joins ESG Decibel
Hosted By Dhir & Dhir Associates
Date May 2025

Title EV Policy Impact Panel Discussion: XSOS Dharamshala 2025
Hosted By Xtrawrkx
Date February 2025

Title AI and EVs: Steering Toward an Autonomous Future (Interview)
Hosted By Xtrawrkx
Date February 2025

Title Stakeholders Roundtable Discussion on Draft DPDP Rules
Hosted By INALP
Date January 2025

Title DPI Panel
Hosted By India Internet Governance Forum (IIGF)
Date December 2024

Title Reskilling and Lifelong Learning Panel, GPAI Summit Serbia
Hosted By OECD (GPAI)
Date December 2024

Title The Future of Food Pitch Fest
Hosted By World Food Forum
Date November 2024

Title The Surprising Upside of AI Regulation (Interview with Maya Sherman)
Hosted By Pivotal Clarity
Date October 2024

Title Water Innovate through AI (in collaboration with the Embassy of Israel in India)
Hosted By TiE Chandigarh
Date September 2024

Title AI Ethics Insider Series
Hosted By IAEAI
Date August 2024

Title Reboot the Earth Pitch
Hosted By United Nations
Date August 2024

Title Global IndiaAI Summit Session
Hosted By IndiaAI
Date July 2024

Title Exponential with AI Summit Webinar
Hosted By AI Ethics Officer
Date May 2024

Title The AI Factor Roundtable
Hosted By Tech Leadership Lab
Date March 2024

Title IGPP Expert Talks
Hosted By IGPP
Date February 2024

Title IGPP Panel Discussion
Hosted By IGPP
Date February 2024

Title GLEAC Expert Interview on Green AI
Hosted By GLEAC
Date December 2023

Title AI, Government, and the Future (Podcast)
Hosted By Corner Alliance
Date December 2023

Board Memberships

Organization YashodaAI
Role Advisory Board Member
Location India
Duration June 2025 – Present
Details Selected as Advisory Board Member at YashodaAI, a nationwide campaign established by Future Shift Labs in collaboration with the National Commission for Women, aimed at equipping millions of women across India with foundational AI knowledge and digital safety awareness.

Organization FIDUTAM
Role Expert Board Member
Location USA
Duration August 2023 – Present
Details Serves as Expert Board Member at Fidutam, the world’s largest youth-led corporation advancing responsible AI development; advises on technology policy within a global network of over 1,400 members.

Organization The Israeli Association for Ethics in Artificial Intelligence (IAEAI)
Role Scientific Council Member
Location Israel
Duration June 2023 – Present
Details Appointed to IAEAI’s Scientific Council, contributing to ethical AI frameworks; represented IAEAI at the Embassy of Israel in The Hague and 110Hub Vienna, delivering workshops and seminars on generative AI and deepfakes to diplomats, government officials, and industry leaders.

Tech Fellowships

Fellowship Reboot The Earth
Organization United Nations (supported by Salesforce & DPG Alliance)
Location India / Global
Duration May 2024 – May 2025
Details Winner of the UN Challenge on Open-Source AI; developed a climate platform for rural communities in India; selected to represent the winning Indian team at UN Headquarters (New York), Microsoft Offices, and World Food Forum 2024 (FAO).

Fellowship Digital Transformation Fellow
Organization American India Foundation (AIF)
Location India
Duration August 2023 – August 2024
Details Designed digital transformation strategies for climate NGOs across 15 Indian states aligned with Smart Cities regulations; authored AI transformation handbooks, technology assessments, and impact pagers for technical and non-technical teams.

Fellowship Digital Diplomacy Fellow
Organization Abba Eban Institute for Diplomacy and Foreign Relations
Location Israel
Duration May 2019 – September 2020
Details Selected as 1 of 23 fellows from over 400 applicants; specialized in social media analysis and led a research team conducting comparative policy analysis on anti-disinformation regulations across Eurasia.

Fellowship Data Ethics Fellow
Organization Zvi Meitar Institute for Legal Implications of Emerging Technologies (ZMI)
Location Israel
Duration May 2018 – August 2019
Details Selected as 1 of 15 fellows from over 250 applicants; conducted research on ethical and legal implications of emerging technologies with a focus on AI, digital health, and preventive medicine; provided policy advisory to blockchain startups on responsible innovation and compliance.

Publications

Ms. Sherman is a widely published author on AI ethics, governance, digital policy, and emerging technologies, with contributions to academic journals, policy publications, and international organizations.
Title Just Roadmap to Digital Circular Economy in India
Published In Circular Economy: Policy, Research, Ideas & Innovation (Vol. 3, Issue 2), International Council for Circular Economy
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2024

Title Empowering Climate Action and Sustainable Development through AI
Published In American India Foundation
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2024

Title Promise and Peril of AI
Published In American India Foundation
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2024

Title Human-in-the-Evaluation: AI Roadmap to Culturally Responsive Evaluation
Published In Fidutam
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2024

Title Smart Circular Innovation: Lessons from G20 and COP28
Published In American India Foundation
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2024

Title Intersectionality of AI-Powered Deepfakes: Lessons from Bollywood
Published In Fidutam
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title Digital Roadmap to Responsible Climate Adaptation
Published In Fidutam
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title I Am a Barbie Girl in the AI World – The Ethical Story Behind Barbie
Published In Verdict
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title AI, Sanskrit, and Atom Bombs – The Ethical Story of Oppenheimer
Published In Verdict
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title The MOVEit Transfer Breach and the Need for Cyber Resilience
Published In Verdict
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title Can AI Increase Diverse Talent?
Published In Verdict
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title ChatGPT-Social | The Other Side of Generative AI
Published In Verdict
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2023

Title Blockchains as a Means to Promote Privacy Protecting, Access Availing, Incentive Increasing, and ELSI Lessening DNA Databases
Published In Frontiers in Digital Health, Vol. 4, Article 264
Authors Zarchi, G.; Sherman, M.; Gady, O.; Herzig, T.; Idan, Z.; Greenbaum, D.
Year 2023

Title Making the Public Service Millennial: Generational Diversity in Public Service
Published In State University of New York Press
Authors Saban, L. I.; Sherman, M.; Shlomi, K.
Year 2022

Title Is AI Making Us (Artificially) Equal
Published In Oxford Political Review, University of Oxford
Authors Sherman, M.
Year 2022

Title Cyborg Ethics and Regulation: Ethical Issues of Human Enhancement
Published In Science and Public Policy
Authors Ireni-Saban, L.; Sherman, M.
Year 2021

Title Ethical Governance of AI in the Public Sector
Published In Routledge
Authors Ireni-Saban, L.; Sherman, M.
Year 2021

Title Incorporating Intersectionality into AI Ethics
Published In Democracy and Fake News, Routledge (pp. 40–52)
Authors Ireni-Saban, L.; Sherman, M.
Year 2020

Title Ethics of AI in Transplant Matching: Is It Better or Just More of the Same?
Published In The American Journal of Bioethics, Vol. 19, Issue 11, pp. 45–47
Authors Sherman, M.; Greenbaum, D.
Year 2019

Title Who Watches the Step-Watchers: The Ups and Downs of Turning Anecdotal Citizen Science into Actionable Clinical Data
Published In The American Journal of Bioethics, Vol. 19, Issue 8, pp. 44–46
Authors Sherman, M.; Idan, Z.; Greenbaum, D.
Year 2019

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