About CRAFT

CRAFT is a leading authority on responsible technology and innovation governance. Based at Wrocław University of Science and Technology, we bridge cutting-edge research, ethical leadership, and real-world impact to ensure that technology serves humanity — by design, not by default.

Welcome to CRAFT

Shaping the Future of Technology through Responsibility, Research, and Collaboration

At CRAFT, we work at the intersection of academia, industry, policy, and society to address the defining challenges of the digital age. As the EU AI Act and rapid technological change reshape the global landscape, we provide leaders with clear, evidence-based guidance, develop the next generation of ethical innovators, and convene diverse stakeholders to co-create a future that is equitable, sustainable, and human-centered.

Our interdisciplinary team combines deep academic rigor with practical expertise, delivering actionable insights, executive education, proprietary benchmarks, and high-impact events that drive meaningful change across Poland, Europe, and beyond.

Meet CRAFT Team

CRAFT is has a blend of youth and experience, shaping the next era of responsible innovation.
Among our members you will find ambitious students, startup founders, futurists, experienced engineers, public-sector innovators, and domain experts who challenge the status quo.
We welcome anyone who wants to test ideas, build meaningful solutions, or rethink how technology influences society.

Jakub Bęben

Member - CRAFT Research Labs

Dr. Yash Chawla

Head of CRAFT

Aleksandra Drozdowska

Lead - CRAFT inspiratiON

Barbara Fomin

Member - CRAFT Index

Sofiia Hovdysh

Member - CRAFT Academy

Nikol Khmura

Lead - CRAFT Marketing

Marcelina Kosiorowska

Member - CRAFT Talks

Magdalena Kotas

Member - CRAFT Index

Wiktor Kozłowski

Member - CRAFT Index

Maja Kupczyk

Member - CRAFT Briefings

Zuzanna Lis

Member - CRAFT Index

Dr. Rafał Miśko

Member - CRAFT Academy & CRAFT B.E.E.R

Mr. Erwin Ong

Member - CRAFT Academy

Monika Rogalska

Member - CRAFT Research Labs

Dr. Dimitrios Sotiros

Lead - CRAFT Index

Joanna Szustakiewicz

Member - CRAFT Research Labs

Betül Üngören

Member - CRAFT Network

Dr. Olga Voropai

Lead - CRAFT Academy Lead

Our Approach

CRAFT operates as an interdisciplinary lab within the Faculty of Management at Wrocław University of Science and Technology (WUST), leveraging the university’s strengths in engineering, management, and social sciences. This academic foundation allows us to integrate rigorous research with practical applications, fostering collaborations across faculties and international partners.

Research & Analysis Division
Oversees projects like CRAFT Labs (grant-funded innovation hubs), the CRAFT Index (an annual benchmark for responsible tech adoption), CRAFT Briefings (actionable reports), and the CRAFT Journal (an interdisciplinary publication for societal impact studies).
Education & Talent Division
Manages talent development through the CRAFT Academy (executive programs), CRAFT Fellows (student fellowships), CRAFT Young Researcher initiatives (doctoral courses and summer schools), CRAFT Post-graduate Program (in Strategic Technology Leadership), and CRAFT BEER sessions (informal brainstorming for ethical recommendations).
Dialogue & Engagement Division
Drives influence via events like the CRAFTing Human-Tech-Society Summit, CRAFT Roundtables (exclusive discussions), CRAFT Talks (public seminars and media commentary), and the CRAFT Network (a coalition of researchers, students, businesses, governments, and universities united by a letter of intent).

Embedded in Poland’s vibrant innovation ecosystem, CRAFT addresses Central Europe’s unique challenges, such as regulatory compliance with the EU AI Act, talent shortages in tech ethics, and the need for cross-sector dialogue. We collaborate with academic institutions, businesses, and policymakers to create high-impact outputs, including publications, events, and consulting services. Our embeddable web app, the CRAFT Wall, further extends our reach by enabling anonymous idea-sharing and connections among users, promoting collaborative innovation in a secure environment.

Collaborate with us

CRAFT brings together founders, researchers, policy shapers, and organizations who believe technology should serve people and the planet.
If you are building solutions with purpose, exploring responsible innovation, or shaping frameworks for a better digital future – you belong here.
Collaborate with us and help co-create technologies that matter.

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Yash Chawla

Head of CRAFT

Email Address: yash.chawla@pwr.edu.pl

Bio

Dr. Yash Chawla is the Founder and Head of CRAFT and Deputy Head of the Department of Computational Social Science at Wrocław University of Science and Technology. His research, didactics and consulting activities focus on the societal impact of DeepTech and sustainable innovation. 

He has received several recognitions, such as  the Scholarship of the Polish Minister of Science and Higher Education for outstanding young scientists, Interstudent 2021 and many more. He leads projects on the circular economy, such as MoSAic, and contributes to other large-scale European and consulting initiatives. He is always open to discussing potential collaborations with those who have similar interests.