Conference Day One - Wednesday 13th March 2024

8:15 am - 9:00 am Registration & Breakfast

9:00 am - 9:15 am Opening Remarks From The Chair

Sahar Massachi - Co-Founder and Executive Director, Integrity Institute
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Sahar Massachi

Co-Founder and Executive Director
Integrity Institute

9:15 am - 9:45 am OPENING KEYNOTE: Navigating the Changing Landscape: The Evolution of Trust & Safety and Online Harms

Jessica Zucker - Director Online Safety Policy, Ofcom

Trust & Safety professionals face evolving challenges. In an ever-shifting digital environment, understanding the evolution of Trust & Safety is critical for professionals in the field. Strategies including collaboration, advanced technology, and user education are essential for effectively addressing online harms, AI-driven threats and increasingly sophisticated bad faith actors. As the community assesses the United

Kingdom’s role in global online safety this keynote session will examine what the role of a Trust & Safety professional looks like today.

  • Examining the impact of misinformation and disinformation in the digital era and its consequences for Trust & Safety.
  • The rise of AI-driven online harms, exploring their complexities and potential solutions.
  • Leveraging the UK’s regulatory framework and global influence as a benchmark for Trust & Safety practices.
  • Collaborative approaches to address online harms across all sectors, drawing inspiration from the UK’s Online Safety Bill.
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Jessica Zucker

Director Online Safety Policy
Ofcom

Crafting robust corporate policies and collaborating across legal and operational functions on effective content moderation strategies are both paramount in creating safer communities online and restoring trust. Understanding the nuances of corporate policy development and partnering with the relevant stakeholders to uncover practical approaches for effective moderation. This discussion will provide you with

tangible insights to create resilient policies, collab with key stakeholders, foster user engagement, and moderate content grey-areas in dynamic digital environments.

  • Crafting resilient corporate policies that strike a balance between user engagement and safeguarding against online harms.
  • Collaborating with key operational and legal stakeholders and partners to develop an integrity-first mindset
  • Strategies for creating user engagement terms that promote responsible online behaviour while respecting freedom of expression.
  • Balancing automated & AI-driven content moderation with human oversight to effectively mitigate online harms and maintain user trust.
  • Leveraging global trends and regulatory frameworks to inform corporate policy development and content moderation practices.
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Deniz Atabey Alkan

Senior Manager, Trust & Safety
Bumble

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Tim Scott

Director Public Policy
Roblox

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Louise Stewart

Vice President Global Communications and Engagement
Oversight Board

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Sahar Massachi

Co-Founder and Executive Director
Integrity Institute

10:30 am - 11:00 am Coffee Break

Experts will explore the imperative of establishing clear and transparent policy structures, shedding light on the key considerations and strategies needed to create policies that instil trust, engage stakeholders, and enhance online safety for all users.

  • Develop user-centric policies that are clear, easily understood and align with community expectations.
  • Involve users, experts, and stakeholders in the policy creation process to gather diverse insights.
  • Discuss methodologies and KPIs for measuring and assessing policy effectiveness and impact.
  • Explore how transparency in policies can set platforms apart as a competitive advantage in the online landscape.
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Agnes Evrard

Director Trust & Safety
Brainly

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Adam Ingle

Global Lead - Digital Policy
The LEGO Group

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Jessica Marcus

Transparency Policy Lead, Online Safety
Ofcom

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Agne Kaarlep

Head of Policy
Tremau

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Sahar Massachi

Co-Founder and Executive Director
Integrity Institute

Balancing the imperative of Trust & Safety with limited resources and budgets can be a daunting challenge for organisations. Learn practical strategies and innovative approaches that empower organisations to maintain a safe online environment effectively within resource and financial constraints.

  • Optimising resource allocation to maximise the impact of Trust & Safety efforts.
  • Harnessing AI & Automation to augment content moderation and enhance integrity at a reduced cost.
  • Fostering collaboration across different departments to streamline Trust & Safety processes.
  • Understanding methodologies and identifying key metrics for measuring ROI of Trust & Safety initiatives to justify budget allocation.
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Sam Traynor

Product Policy Manager, Inauthentic Behavior
Meta

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Diana Tokarska

Product Director
Vinted

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Claire Panter

Director of Player Support
Lockwood Publishing

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David Hunter

Vice President of Trust & Safety
Crisp, A Kroll Business

As reflected in the latest regulation, Child Safety is paramount for Trust & Safety professionals, but is our current approach suited to the evolving digital landscape? Join us for an insightful panel discussion that delves into tangible steps to protect children from modern online harms.

  • Exploring and tackling online harms affecting children’s safety across platforms
  • Is the current approach to child safety working? Where do we need to make changes?
  • Using technology to combat abuse, exploitation, and grooming
  • Ensure age-appropriate content and features for children across digital platforms.
  • Discuss the role of parental controls and digital literacy programs in protecting children online.
  • The importance of collaboration among tech companies, educators, and policymakers in creating a safer online environment for children.
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Laura Higgins

Senior Director Community Safety & Civility
Roblox

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Michael Tunks

Head of Policy and Public Affairs
Internet Watch Foundation

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Dr. Elizabeth Milovidov

Sr. Corporate Counsel (digital games, metaverse and child safety)
The LEGO Group

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David Miles

Director of Safety Policy at Meta - Europe, Middle East and Africa
Meta

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John Carr

Online Child Safety Consultant
JCMCS

A key element of the Online Safety Act is reinforcing regulations for reporting CSA. This panel will bring together experts from law enforcement agencies, child protection organizations, and technology companies to discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with CSA reporting and response. Delving into the

effectiveness of current reporting mechanisms, explore the role of technology in enhancing reporting capabilities, and examine the importance of collaboration between different stakeholders in addressing this complex issue.

  • Examining the impact of the Online Safety Act on CSA Reporting and Response
  • Highlighting the role of the NCA in coordinating CSA reporting and response efforts
  • Assessing the effectiveness of current reporting mechanisms working at scale
  • Interrogating the environment and scale of CSA, and the approach of the UK regulation to respond accordingly
  • Enhancing CSA reporting and response capabilities with intelligent tools
  • Emphasising collaboration between different stakeholders in addressing CSA
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Ian Critchley QPM

National Police Lead for Child Protection
National Police Chiefs Council

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Sarah Blight

Online Safety Principal, CSA
Ofcom

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Kate Edwards

Associate Head of Child Safety Online
NSPCC

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Andrew Briercliffe

Head of Child Safety Online
Protection Group International

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Networking Lunch

Join this informative session that emphasises a collaborative approach to safety. Learn how to effectively engage internal and external stakeholders alike, align with regulatory requirements, and build trust and accountability within a multifaceted Trust & Safety ecosystem.

  • Fostering collaboration with colleagues across departments, including legal, engineering, customer support, and product development, to align safety goals and strategies.
  • Engaging with external stakeholders, such as users, law enforcement agencies, regulators, civil societies, and industry professionals, to gain diverse perspectives and insights to trust, safety & enforcement
  • Delve into the practices that build trust and accountability among stakeholders and empower them to collectively address safety concerns.
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Jeff Dunn

VP Trust & Safety
Hinge

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Karen Scott

Senior Child Rights and Safety Manager
The Lego Group

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Valiant Richey

Global Head of Outreach and Partnerships - Trust & Safety
TikTok

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Sahar Massachi

Co-Founder and Executive Director
Integrity Institute

STREAM A: OPERATIONAL TRUST & SAFETY

2:15 pm - 2:45 pm PANEL DISCUSSION:Trust, Regulation, and Scaling Automation: Building a Trust Stack in a Rapidly Changing Market
Benji Loney - Co-Founder & CPO, TrustLab

Benji Loney, Co-Founder & CPO of TrustLab will lead a session on Trust, Regulation, and Scaling Automation: Building a Trust Stack in a Rapidly Changing Market. Covering the state of Trust & Safety, what challenges teams are facing, and which tools and processes T&S teams can adopt to overcome the current challenges in the market. 

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Benji Loney

Co-Founder & CPO
TrustLab

STREAM A: OPERATIONAL TRUST & SAFETY

2:45 pm - 3:15 pm PRESENTATION: Building a Resilient Trust & Safety Team
Colleen Mearn - Head of Trust & Safety, Clubhouse

In this session, we explore the key strategies and best practices for building a resilient Trust & Safety team that can effectively navigate evolving challenges and maintain user trust.

  • Recruiting and retaining skilled professionals who are well-equipped to handle ever evolving Trust & Safety responsibilities.
  • Exploring effective training programs and skill development initiatives to keep teams up to date with the latest industry trends and threats.
  • Fostering collaboration between Trust & Safety teams and other departments, such as legal, engineering, and customer support, as well as external stakeholder
  • Addressing mental health and well-being within Trust & Safety teams to ensure long term resilience.
  • Working to develop new standards for Trust & Safety team development and continuous training
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Colleen Mearn

Head of Trust & Safety
Clubhouse

STREAM B: COMBATTING ONLINE HARMS

1:30 pm - 2:15 pm PANEL DISCUSSION: Addressing Non-Consensual Harassment: Combatting Deepfakes, Cyber Flashing, Intimate Image Abuse, and Other Challenges with Online Harassment
Jessica Smith - Online Safety Principal, Ofcom
Francesca Jarvis - Survivor Services Lead, Bloom By Chayn
Kate Worthington - Revenge Porn Helpline Practitioner, SWGfL

Non-consensual harassment in the digital realm poses significant challenges, from deepfakes to intimate image abuse. This session delves into strategies, tools, and legal considerations for effectively addressing these evolving forms of online harassment, ensuring user safety and well-being.

  • Understanding emerging threats and explore the landscape of non-consensual harassment and its implications for Trust & Safety.
  • Discussing the role of technology in detecting and preventing the spread of harmful content, including AI detection tools.
  • Examining the legal considerations and challenges in combatting non-consensual harassment, and strategies for collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
  • Understanding the power of user education, effective reporting mechanisms, and feedback loops to combat non-consensual harassment
  • Providing victim support and focussing on moderator wellness and user wellbeing
  • Exploring differing global legislation, reporting, enforcement and action
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Jessica Smith

Online Safety Principal
Ofcom

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Francesca Jarvis

Survivor Services Lead
Bloom By Chayn

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Kate Worthington

Revenge Porn Helpline Practitioner
SWGfL

STREAM B: COMBATTING ONLINE HARMS

2:15 pm - 2:45 pm PRESENTATION: Advanced Tactics for Identifying and Managing Trolls, Bots, And Bad-Faith Actors and Actor Networks
Sam Traynor - Product Policy Manager, Inauthentic Behavior, Meta

Online spaces are increasingly plagued by sophisticated trolls, bots, and bad-faith actors that disrupt conversations and pose serious risks to Trust & Safety. This session delves into advanced tactics and strategies for identifying, managing, and mitigating the influence of these malicious actors.

  • Exploring intelligent methods and technologies for identifying trolls, bots, and bad faith actors in real-time.
  • Discussing advanced behavioural analysis to understand the motivations and tactics of malicious actors.
  • Implementing effective countermeasure strategies, including content moderation, account suspension, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Addressing the ethical implications of managing trolls, bots, and bad-faith actors while preserving freedom of expression.
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Sam Traynor

Product Policy Manager, Inauthentic Behavior
Meta

STREAM B: COMBATTING ONLINE HARMS

2:45 pm - 3:15 pm PRESENTATION: Advancing Digital Literacy & Civility: Educating Children about Online Dangers & Their Digital Footprint
Laura Higgins - Senior Director Community Safety & Civility, Roblox

This session explores effective strategies and tools for educating children about online dangers on your platforms and beyond, and the importance of managing their digital footprint responsibly. Discover effective strategies and tools to empower children with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.

  • Examine the role of digital literacy initiatives in equipping children with the skills to recognise and respond to online threats.
  • Driving meaningful engagement and youth participation in digital literacy initiatives
  • Approaches for raising awareness about cyberbullying and its impact and uncover strategies to combat it.
  • Helping child users understand their digital footprint, its significance, and how they can manage their online presence responsibly.
  • The importance of collaboration across the industry and parental involvement in teaching children about online safety and responsible digital behaviour.
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Laura Higgins

Senior Director Community Safety & Civility
Roblox

3:15 pm - 3:45 pm Coffee Break

One of the premier, multifaceted challenges for Trust & Safety leaders today is navigating the intricate and ever-evolving landscape of local and global regulations. Balancing the demands of compliance, operational efficiency, policy development, and technological adaptation in a world where regulatory frameworks can vary widely is a critical task. In this panel discussion, we bring together experts to explore the complex web of challenges that Trust & Safety leaders face in maintaining a safe and compliant digital environment, protecting users online whilst simultaneously preserving trust and privacy.

  • Examine the evolving landscape of regulatory frameworks impacting the online space, from the Online Safety Bill, Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act to CCPA and COPPA in the US, and beyond.
  • Discuss strategies for aligning operations with regulatory requirements, encompassing content moderation, data protection, and transparency.
  • Best practices for policy alignment and adaptation in response to evolving regulations.
  • Analysing your technology stack and operational processes in line with regulatory requirements.
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Laura Debenedetto

Content Policy Manager - Regulatory Compliance
Meta

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Domonique Rai-Varming

Director Policy & Disputes
Trustpilot

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Michael Tunks

Head of Policy and Public Affairs
Internet Watch Foundation

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Patricio Roffo

Director, Global Risk & Compliance
TIER Mobility

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Julia Cooke

International Policy Manager
Ofcom

4:30 pm - 5:00 pm PRESENTATION: Examining How The UK & EU Fit Within A Context Of Global Harms

David Miles - Director of Safety Policy at Meta - Europe, Middle East and Africa, Meta

Join David Miles, Director of Safety Policy for EMEA at Meta, to explore the multifaceted and evolving nature of harms on a global scale. The UK and EU are leading the way globally with the introduction of new regulations, but are there lessons for other regions and the Global South in particular? This session will explore how Trust & Safety Leaders can ensure

a nuanced strategy to address global risks and protect victims wherever they are.

  • Exploring online risks and harms in a global context
  • Addressing global multiple harm-types at scale, including the use of innovative technology and content moderation in multiple languages
  • Examining how you can build a nuanced global Trust & Safety strategy with local sensitivities built in
  • Assessing the need for regulatory compliance and getting the balance right between safety, privacy and freedom of expression
  • Understanding the need for cross-industry and multi-stakeholder collaboration
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David Miles

Director of Safety Policy at Meta - Europe, Middle East and Africa
Meta

5:20 pm - 7:40 pm Networking Drinks Reception