Tech Policy

• We hosted a panel discussion focused on how the Online Safety Act balances individual and collective privacy concerns at Responsible Tech London in 2023.

• The 2023 Responsible Tech Guide: Our annual comprehensive guide to the people, organizations, and ideas of the Responsible Tech ecosystem and actionable ways to get involved.

• Tech & Democracy Report: The Tech & Democracy report will center around four key topics - Misinformation and Disinformation, Digital Governance & Policy, Online Radicalization and Extremism and Technology & Elections, as well as best practices related to multi-stakeholder collaboration, civil society empowerment, and accountability. In addition, the report will feature profile interviews with 40+ individuals actively working in the space, as well as related resources from over 100 organizations at the intersection of technology and democracy.

• All Tech Is Human. Key Takeaways: All Tech Is Human, McGill University, and the Consulate General of Canada in New York’s Participatory Democracy to Govern Big Tech: The Canadian Experience: On September 14, 2023, All Tech Is Human, the Consulate General of Canada in New York, and McGill University’s Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy held the discussion Participatory Democracy to Govern Big Tech.

• All Tech Is Human & Crisp, A Kroll Business. Tech Policy Panel: “AI ethicist and Data Activist in Residence Renée Cummings, Yoti Chief Policy and Regulatory Officer Julie Dawson, and Chief Intelligence Officer at Crisp, a Kroll Business John-Orr Hanna discuss the pathways to creating a more inclusive tech policy future.”

• All Tech Is Human. How Will the Online Safety Act Influence the Internet?: “In this expert panel, we explored how the Online Safety Act balances individual and collective privacy and security concerns. We also interrogated how new regulation stands to hold existing tech companies accountable while encouraging competition. Based on the insight of a wide range of stakeholders across civil society, industry, platforms, and regulatory bodies, this panel will illuminate the impacts of the Online Safety Act – and how we can all co-create in a more secure internet.”

• Bipartisan Policy Center. Tech On The Hill “...This podcast dives deep into the day's top congressional news, focusing on how the latest bills, debates, and discussions in Congress impact the ever-evolving world of tech regulations. From data privacy and antitrust concerns to cybersecurity and digital rights, we break down complex legislative jargon into digestible insights, ensuring you stay informed and ahead of the curve. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a policy wonk, or just someone looking to understand the implications of congressional decisions on the digital landscape, this podcast is your go-to source.”

• Aspen Digital “A program of the Aspen Institute, we bring together thinkers and doers from around the world to uncover new ideas and spark actions that empower communities and strengthen democracy. We engage and advance perspectives from industry, government, and civil society to find clarity in the chaos of public discourse and chart a path forward.”

• Center for Humane Technology “Our mission is to align technology with humanity’s best interests. We envision a world with technology that respects our attention, improves our well-being, and strengthens communities.”

• Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy (MTD), McGill University “We’re an interdisciplinary research centre dedicated to understanding the relationship between media, technology, and democracy. Collaborating with a network of academic, policy, journalistic, and community stakeholders, the Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy works to understand and address the democratic harms of emerging media technologies

  and to inform and develop fair and accountable governance systems.”

• Citizen Lab, University of Toronto “The Citizen Lab is an interdisciplinary laboratory based at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, University of Toronto, focusing on research, development, and high-level strategic policy and legal engagement at the intersection of information and communication technologies, human rights, and global security.”

• Digital Impact Alliance “Digital transformation is moving at breakneck speed. So, we focus our energy on the opportunities – and issues – that need the most attention. Today, that’s how data can be unlocked to help people get access to services; policymakers make informed choices; private sector innovation to flourish; and in all ways, fuel trust and empowerment.”

• Internet Law & Policy Foundry “The Internet Law & Policy Foundry is a collaborative collection of early-career Internet law and policy professionals passionate about technology and disruptive innovation. The Foundry offers members a platform for professional development, constructive debate, and network-building within a cohort of skilled attorneys and policy analysts eager to help shape the development of Internet law and policy.”

• Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University “The Knight First Amendment Institute defends the freedoms of speech and the press in the digital age through strategic litigation, research, policy advocacy, and public education. Our aim is to promote a system of free expression that is open and inclusive, that broadens and elevates public discourse, and that fosters creativity, accountability, and effective self-government.”

• Oxford Internet Institute, University of Oxford “The Oxford Internet Institute—founded in 2001—is a multidisciplinary research and teaching department of the University of Oxford, dedicated to the social science of the Internet. Digital connections are now embedded in almost every aspect of our daily lives, and research on individual and collective behaviour online is crucial to understanding our social, economic, and political world.”

• Tech Global Institute “Tech Global Institute (TGI) is a policy lab with a mission to reduce equity and accountability gaps between technology platforms and the Global South. We work at the intersection of private technology companies, civil society and government to reduce equity gaps in the Global South. We provide thought leadership, advocate for inclusive policies and legislations and develop nuanced research on a range of Internet and technology topics, including artificial intelligence, content governance and mis/disinformation and privacy, and their impact on underrepresented communities, predominantly living in low- and middle-income countries.”

• Tech Policy Press “We publish opinion and analysis. At a time of great challenge to democracies globally, we seek to advance a pro-democracy movement in tech and tech policy.”

• Tony Blair Institute for Global Change “We help governments and leaders turn bold ideas into reality. We do it by advising on strategy, policy and delivery, unlocking the power of technology across all three. We do it by sharing our insights, so everyone can benefit. And we do it to help build more open, inclusive and prosperous countries for people everywhere.”

• Office of the Secretary-General's Envoy on Technology “The Office of the UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Technology is dedicated to advancing the United Nations’ digital cooperation agenda, ensuring that technological advancements benefit all of humanity while mitigating associated risks. The office serves as a bridge between the UN system, member states, the tech community, and other stakeholders, promoting partnerships and harnessing technology for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).”

See a full list of organizations:

https://alltechishuman.org/tech-policy