Wessel Reijers

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Wessel Reijers is a leading voice at the intersection of narrative theory, philosophy of technology, and ethics. His work fundamentally rethinks how digital technologies shape human experience and moral agency, arguing that our relationship with technology is deeply mediated by stories. In his highly influential monograph *Narrative and Technology Ethics* (2020), which has garnered over 40 citations, Reijers develops a groundbreaking framework that positions narrative as a core mechanism through which technologies gain ethical significance. He demonstrates how algorithms, platforms, and data systems are not neutral tools but active participants in the stories we tell about ourselves and the world, thereby influencing our values and decisions. Reijers’s major contribution lies in bridging continental philosophy—particularly the work of Paul Ricoeur—with contemporary digital ethics, offering a robust alternative to purely utilitarian or rights-based approaches. His research has profound implications for understanding issues from social media polarization to the ethics of AI. Beyond his academic impact, Reijers is known for his accessible writing and commitment to public philosophy, making complex ideas about technology and narrative relevant to a broader audience.