We are Valent
We’re a digital agency that addresses online manipulation, disinformation and misinformation. We use data and evidence to drive action and strive to make the online environment – and ultimately the world – a better place
We are Valent
We’re a digital agency that addresses online manipulation, disinformation and misinformation. We use data and evidence to drive action and strive to make the online environment – and ultimately the world – a better place
Our Mission & Values
Mission:
Valent exists to improve the integrity of online engagement. We do this in two key ways; we find orchestrated online attempts to manipulate people and give our clients real response options. We also help clients cut through the noise and better understand what their audiences are concerned about, so they can engage with them better
Values:
IMPACT
We are focused on achieving real-world results that improve the world we live in
INTEGRITY
Our advice and support is always geared towards getting the results we agreed to deliver. We do not over promise or sugar-coat
DIVERSITY
Diversity as a strength. We come from different parts of the world, with very different personal, professional and educational experiences. This helps us understand those we work with
MISSION-LED
As a company, we prioritise positive impact over profit. This is reflected in our activities and the types of clients we work with
TECH SAVVY, BUT PEOPLE-FOCUSED
We use complex AI systems to understand online activity, but we craft our solutions in a human-centred approach
Values:
IMPACT
We are focused on achieving real-world results that improve the world we live in
INTEGRITY
Our advice and support is always geared towards getting the results we agreed to deliver. We do not over promise or sugar-coat
DIVERSITY
Diversity as a strength. We come from different parts of the world, with very different personal, professional and educational experiences. This helps us understand those we work with
MISSION-LED
As a company, we prioritise positive impact over profit. This is reflected in our activities and the types of clients we work with
TECH SAVVY, BUT PEOPLE-FOCUSED
We use complex AI systems to understand online activity, but we craft our solutions in a human-centred approach
Our Team
We are committed to positive social impact. We’ve all come from places where online manipulation has been an issue and have witnessed the conflict and harm this can cause. We’re personally invested in making change, and motivated to address and improve the online space
Amil Khan
DirectorAmil used to be a foreign correspondent, covering war and politics across the Middle East and Africa for Reuters and the BBC. He left journalism to help good causes navigate the new information landscape
Zouhir Al Shimale
Research and MediaAleppo-native Zouhir learnt his trade as a journalist in what has been dubbed “the world’s first socially mediated war”. He draws on that experience as Valent’s head of research to develop the methodologies we use to find online manipulation from the north of England to southern Africa
Max Garden
ResearchAfter graduating from Edinburgh and SOAS, Max has spent time in the Arab world over the years. His knowledge of the online landscape in authoritarian states is vital for Valent’s online investigations
Guoda Alek
Office ManagementIn equal parts creative and technical, West Londoner Guoda is Valent’s office manager. She keeps Valent running
Amil Khan
DirectorAmil used to be a foreign correspondent, covering war and politics across the Middle East and Africa for Reuters and the BBC. He left journalism to help good causes navigate the new information landscape
Zouhir Al Shimale
Research and MediaAleppo-native Zouhir learnt his trade as a journalist in what has been dubbed “the world’s first socially mediated war”. He draws on that experience as Valent’s head of research to develop the methodologies we use to find online manipulation from the north of England to southern Africa
Max Garden
ResearchAfter graduating from Edinburgh and SOAS, Max has spent time in the Arab world over the years. His knowledge of the online landscape in authoritarian states is vital for Valent’s online investigations
Guoda Alek
Office ManagementIn equal parts creative and technical, West Londoner Guoda is Valent’s office manager. She keeps Valent running
After a full cyber security audit, we have been awarded Cyber Essentials Plus; the UK government certification for protection against the most common cyber attacks.