Cristina writes about surveillance practices in totalitarian and neo-liberal societies. As a scholar, activist, consultant, and policy advocate, she is dedicated to understanding, explaining and addressing the phenomenon of dossierveillance and its implications for individuals and society in both authoritarian, neo-liberal societies and emerging democracies.
BS in Foreign Service. Focused on Culture & Politics.
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Harvard University, 2008
Master's in Regional Studies. Explored Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
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Concordia University, 2015
Master of Theological Studies. Concentrated on Religion & Politics.
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Concordia & EHESS, 2019
Dual PhDs awarded. Dissertation analyzed Securitate informers in Romania.
Cristina Plamadeala
Plamadeala’s expertise lies in exploring the intersection of surveillance, institutional practices, and societal fear, with a particular focus on institutional non-deliberate dossierveillance in neo-liberal contexts such as workplaces and healthcare systems.
Her leadership in the Dossierveillance Project has been instrumental in raising awareness, fostering research, and influencing public discourse on this issue.
Her activism centers on empowering individuals and institutions to adopt transparent, fair, and accountable record-keeping practices.
Personal & Professional Life
Creative Writing
Writes novels in her spare time.
Published Works
Author of works on religion, culture, politics, and Eastern European history.
Cristina's Global Footprint
Cristina Plamadeala divides her time between Canada and France.