About Matthew Cressler
Matthew Cressler is a social justice advocate and scholar whose work examines the profound intersections of religion, race, identity, and societal transformation. His deep understanding of faith-based social justice and community engagement makes him an essential contributor to CPIT’s mission of advancing Public Interest Technology (PIT).As a scholar, Matthew’s research has focused on the role of religious communities in both challenging and upholding systems of oppression. His acclaimed works, including Authentically Black and Truly Catholic and Bad Catholics, Good Trouble, offer groundbreaking insights into how religious beliefs and structures influence movements for social justice and systemic change. This expertise directly informs CPIT’s commitment to leveraging technology to address inequities and empower marginalized communities.
With over a decade of experience as an educator, Matthew integrates his knowledge of religion, justice, and community activism into CPIT’s development of ethical frameworks and PIT initiatives. His ability to translate these insights into practical strategies helps CPIT ensure that its technology solutions are inclusive, accountable, and designed to foster equity.
Matthew’s unique focus on faith-based social justice plays a vital role in shaping CPIT’s work across industries, from developing AI governance tools to supporting cultural heritage organizations and civic institutions. His contributions ensure that CPIT’s projects are designed with a deep understanding of diverse communities’ needs, aligning technology innovation with principles of justice and ethical responsibility.
By bringing a lens of faith and justice to the public interest technology space, Matthew strengthens CPIT’s ability to craft solutions that address systemic inequities while promoting social impact. His leadership ensures that CPIT remains committed to inclusive technology practices that prioritize the public good, positioning the organization as a leader in creating responsible and transformative innovation.
