Student Privacy and the Role of Parental Consent: Legal Innovations and Global Insights Conference
The "Student Privacy and the Role of Parental Consent: Legal Innovations and Global Insights Conference" is a collaborative event organized by Toyo University, George Washington University Law School's Center for Law and Technology, and the Public Interest Privacy Center. This conference aims to address the growing concerns surrounding student privacy and online safety by bringing together experts to discuss emerging global frameworks designed to better safeguard child and student privacy in the digital age.
Key topics covered during the conference include practical strategies for implementing parental consent mechanisms, innovative legal frameworks from around the world, and discussions on regulating artificial intelligence in relation to children's privacy. Sessions such as "The Ever-Evolving US Child Privacy Landscape" and "Digital Guardians: Debating a Tech Duty of Care" provide attendees with comprehensive insights into current challenges and solutions in the field.
The event offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with leading experts in student privacy. Notable speakers include Nichole Rocha from Rocha Public Affairs, Emily Tabatabai of Orrick, and Amelia Vance from the Public Interest Privacy Center, among others. These sessions are designed to foster collaboration and share best practices among professionals dedicated to enhancing student privacy protections.
This conference is particularly beneficial for educators, policymakers, legal professionals, and technology developers who are involved in or concerned with student privacy issues. Attendees will gain practical knowledge and strategies to implement in their respective fields, ensuring they are equipped to navigate the complexities of student privacy in an increasingly digital world.
Speakers(24)
Adam Billen
Member at Encode Justice
Adam Billen is a member of Encode Justice, focusing on AI and children's rights.
Amelia Vance
Executive Director at Public Interest Privacy Center
Amelia Vance is the Executive Director of the Public Interest Privacy Center, advocating for student privacy rights.
Asia Parks
Program Manager at Advanced Education Research and Development Fund
Asia Parks is a program manager at the Advanced Education Research and Development Fund, supporting educational initiatives.
Ava Smithing
Advocate at Young People’s Alliance
Ava Smithing is an advocate at the Young People’s Alliance, promoting youth rights and privacy.
Clarence Okoh
Policy Counsel at Center on Privacy and Technology at Georgetown Law
Clarence Okoh is a policy counsel at the Center on Privacy and Technology at Georgetown Law, focusing on civil rights and technology.
Cobun Zweifel-Keegan
Managing Director at International Association of Privacy Professionals
Cobun Zweifel-Keegan is the managing director at the International Association of Privacy Professionals, leading privacy initiatives.
David Sallay
Director at Access 4 Learning and the Student Data Privacy Consortium
David Sallay is the director at Access 4 Learning and the Student Data Privacy Consortium, promoting data privacy standards.
Duncan McCann
Director at Good Law Project
Duncan McCann is a director at the Good Law Project, focusing on digital rights and privacy.
Elana Zeide
Assistant Professor of Law at University of Nebraska College of Law
Elana Zeide is an assistant professor of law at the University of Nebraska College of Law, specializing in education law and privacy.
Emily Tabatabai
Partner at Orrick
Emily Tabatabai is a partner at Orrick, focusing on privacy and cybersecurity law.
Jim Siegl
Senior Technologist at Future of Privacy Forum
Jim Siegl is a senior technologist at the Future of Privacy Forum, specializing in education privacy.
Kristina Ishmael
Founder at Ishmael Consulting
Kristina Ishmael is the founder of Ishmael Consulting, advising on educational technology and privacy.
Louise DeCandia
Chief Privacy Officer at NY State Education Department
Louise DeCandia is the chief privacy officer at the NY State Education Department, overseeing student data privacy.
Meg Leta Jones
Associate Professor at Georgetown University
Meg Leta Jones is an associate professor at Georgetown University, researching technology law and policy.
Miles Light
Director at Children’s Advertising Review Unit, Better Business Bureau
Miles Light is the director of the Children’s Advertising Review Unit at the Better Business Bureau, overseeing child-directed advertising compliance.
Morgan Sexton
Policy Analyst at Public Interest Privacy Center
Morgan Sexton is a policy analyst at the Public Interest Privacy Center, focusing on privacy by design.
Nichole Rocha
Founder at Rocha Public Affairs
Nichole Rocha is the founder of Rocha Public Affairs, specializing in child privacy and online safety policy.
Noelle Ellerson Ng
Associate Executive Director at AASA, The School Superintendents Association
Noelle Ellerson Ng is the associate executive director at AASA, advocating for public education policies.
Olga Garcia-Kaplan
Student Privacy Parent Advocate
Olga Garcia-Kaplan is a student privacy parent advocate, focusing on protecting children's data in education.
Rihoko Kawai
Professor at Toyo University
Rihoko Kawai is a professor at Toyo University, specializing in child privacy and technology law.
Sara Kloek
Senior Director at Software & Information Industry Association
Sara Kloek is the senior director at the Software & Information Industry Association, focusing on education technology policy.
Shino Uenuma
Attorney at STLM Law Office
Shino Uenuma is an attorney at STLM Law Office, specializing in technology and privacy law.
Sunny Gandhi
Member at Encode Justice
Sunny Gandhi is a member of Encode Justice, advocating for ethical AI use in education.
Teddy Hartman
Head of Privacy at GoGuardian
Teddy Hartman is the head of privacy at GoGuardian, ensuring compliance with student data protection laws.
Event Details
- Date
- February 6-7, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Washington, D.C., United States
- George Washington University Law School, Student Conference Center and Faculty Conference Center
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Educators, policymakers, legal professionals, technology developers