PinnedThe Next Chapter: Three Years of Youth Digital Safety & Wellbeing at BeMe HealthNovember marked the end of my chapter at BeMe Health, where I proudly served as the Chief Youth Privacy & Policy Officer, Chief Youth…Dec 8, 2024Dec 8, 2024
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PinnedPioneering With Purpose: Building A Framework Towards Child-Centered Artificial IntelligenceGuiding the Kidtech Community to Innovate Responsibly and Prioritize Children's Wellbeing in the AI AgeApr 2, 2024A response icon1Apr 2, 2024A response icon1
PinnedPrioritizing Responsible Use of AI in Children’s TechnologyDesigning AI That Protects Children's Well-Being and Rights.Sep 17, 2023Sep 17, 2023
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Your Kid’s Data Is Training AI Without Your PermissionNew COPPA rules finally tackle the Wild West of children’s personal information in artificial intelligence systemsJun 13Jun 13
AI Therapy Gets Its First Reality CheckIllinois sets national precedent with strict regulations as young adults embrace chatbot counseling.Jun 9Jun 9
The Kids Are Using AI (And Adults Need to Pay Attention)New Alan Turing Institute research reveals how children really interact with generative AI — and why their insights should shape how we…Jun 6A response icon1Jun 6A response icon1
Teen Location-Sharing Apps Are Creating New Mental Health RisksWhy platforms like Life360 and Snap Map need Wellbeing by Design to protect psychological safety, not just physical safetyJun 2Jun 2
Nebraska Enacts Age-Appropriate Design Code to Regulate Online Services for MinorsA new law requires tech companies to implement privacy-by-default protections and limit manipulative design features that target children.May 29May 29