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John Kennedy Philip holds a Bachelor’s in Philosophy, a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, and a Master’s in Philosophy. His publications include “A Philosophical History of Transhumanism” (Philosophy Now, 2024), “DeExtinction: Bringing Back Beasts or Playing God?” (Philosophy Now, 2025), and “Deepfakes, Disinformation, Dark Reality: Looking at the Growth of AI in the Post-Truth Era,” published in Living in the Post-Truth Era (Imprints Publications, 2023). He has also published in national and international philosophical journals, including Divyadaan: Journal of Philosophy, Jananodaya: Journal of Philosophy, Sacred Perspectives, Vidyankur, and the Asian Journal of Religious Studies.

Alongside his academic interests, he is actively engaged in the development sector through his work at Shishu Mandir, a non-profit organisation in Bengaluru. His work involves coordinating social development initiatives in education, vocational training, and women’s empowerment. This experience has shaped his interest in the relationship between philosophy and philanthropy, particularly how philosophical ideas concerning human dignity, social justice, equality, and human flourishing can inform meaningful social action. He is interested in exploring how philosophical inquiry can move beyond theoretical discussions and contribute to addressing real-world social challenges.