Ajit Maan

Ajit Maan, Ph.D. is a security and defense analyst specializing in Narrative Strategies in large-scale conflicts.13 She is the Founder and CEO of Narrative Strategies, LLC, an award-winning think-and-do-tank.23 Dr. Maan holds a Professorship in Politics and Global Security at Arizona State University's Center for the Future of War and serves on the Brain Trust of the Weaponized Narrative Initiative.13

As an Adjunct Professor at Joint Special Operations University since September 2021, Dr. Maan contributes to training programs for U.S. Special Operations Forces.34 She is the author of nine books, including "Counter-Terrorism: Narrative Strategies," "Narrative Warfare," and "Plato's Fear".13 Her work focuses on analyzing narratives to combat terrorist recruitment tactics and has introduced the concept of "Narrative Warfare" as the foundation of information and psychological warfare.3

Dr. Maan's articles have appeared in various publications, including Foreign Policy, Real Clear Defense, and Homeland Security Today, where she writes a column on "Narrative and National Security".13 Her research has had significant implications for counter-terrorism, military strategy, and community engagement in hostile environments.3