Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Mark Zuckerberg shared his vision for AI and superintelligence. 🤖 There are parts we agree with but when it comes to online safety, we don’t think the responsibility should fall on families. Andrew explains why and what role companies and Congress should play as AI continues to advance. 👇 010
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 10/08/2026In the next installment of our Youth Voices series from FOSI's 2026 European Forum, 17-year-old Thomas calls attention to the ineffectiveness of social media bans, as well as the risks of grooming facing young boys online. 🎥 Watch Thomas's remarks + read his full speech: fosi.org/fosi-2026-eu... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 06/08/2026In this week's episode, Andrew Zack breaks down what the Senate Commerce Committee advanced, what it means for legislation like KOSA and other online safety proposals, and why there's still a long road ahead before anything becomes law. Watch for a breakdown of what happened and what comes next. ✅ 101
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 05/08/2026In the next installment of our Youth Voices series from FOSI's 2026 European Forum, youth representative Lenaëlle shares why the rise of toxic manosphere content on social media is a growing concern for her generation. 💬 🎥 Watch her remarks + read the full speech here: fosi.org/fosi-2026-eu... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 03/08/2026🎤 What happens when we give young people the microphone? At FOSI's 2026 European Forum, we invited youth representatives from Belgium's Child Focus to share their perspectives on the issues shaping their digital lives. 🎥 Watch her remarks below: 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 30/07/2026📍Our policy team spent the week in Chicago at NCSL Legislative Summit. It was a great opportunity to hear how states are approaching online safety issues, connect with policymakers from across the country, and take part in conversations about where technology and policy are headed next. 👇 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 29/07/2026🎙️ New episode of Moms Off Mute! Jordan Glover and Deja Fowler reflect on what was lost when classrooms went virtual. They explore the social experiences many young people missed and how those years continue to influence Gen Z today. 🎓💬 🎧 Listen now: open.spotify.com/episode/35YX... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026When it comes to baby monitors, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach 👶 Moms Off Mute is live and today Jordan shares why she decided to switch to a sound-only monitor with her younger child after realizing video wasn’t the right fit for her family. 🎙️ 🎧 Listen now! open.spotify.com/episode/5nvd... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 15/07/2026From dial-up internet and The Sims to smartphones, social media, and now watching his granddaughter grow up in a connected world, Stephen Balkam joins Moms Off Mute to reflect on how parenting alongside tech has changed. 🎧 Listen now on Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/61SxWRb... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 14/07/2026In our latest blog, MaryKate Boggan, FOSI's European Digital Safety Policy Fellow, shares three practical ways families can support children after they've experienced cyberbullying. The piece focuses on steps families can take during a difficult time. 🤝 💬 📖 Read now: fosi.org/3-ways-to-su... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 10/06/2026Thank you to everyone who joined us for the FOSI 2026 EU Forum! From discussions on online safety regulation and digital wellbeing to conversations about AI, and shared responsibility, the day was filled with thoughtful dialogue. 🌐✨ Thanks for being part of it. 💙 020
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Is screen time really the best way to measure online safety risks for kids and teens? 📱 In this week’s episode, Andrew Zack breaks down the SMART Kids Act, what it aims to do, and why conversations around youth wellbeing online may be more nuanced than they first appear. Tune in now 👇 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 15/04/2026Great to be in Manchester this week for the Global Age Assurance Standards Summit 2026 🌍 FOSI presented our Age Assurance Principles, with Charlotte Aynsley and Andrew Zack sharing insights on why these principles matter and what they look like in practice. Learn more: fosi.org/policy/balan... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 26/03/2026This week we attended the Annual Trust & Safety Summit held in London🇬🇧 We loved connecting with others in the space and hearing how people are working to build safer online experiences from the start, especially for kids and families navigating today’s digital world. 👨👩👧👦✨ See you next year! 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 19/03/2026March Madness is here and while brackets are top of mind, there’s also a growing online safety issue worth paying attention to... As online gambling becomes more accessible, teens are finding ways to engage, even when they’re underage. Watch our latest episode to learn more! ✍️📱 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 10/03/2026Young people today are forming relationships across social media, messaging apps, games, and online communities. 📱 We created a resource to help parents and caregivers start conversations about digital consent and safety in relationships. 🤝 Read the full guide here: fosi.org/program/star... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 09/03/2026This winter, FOSI partnered with the Kennedy Recreation Center to host a series of workshops with 14 teenagers. During this time, we explored topics like AI and chatbots, social media, and online relationships. 🤝 Kaylin Peete shares what those three weeks taught us. 🧠📱: fosi.org/what-three-w... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 24/02/2026Another highlight from our recent Safer Internet Day webinar 💬✨ Adele Taylor of NoFiltr.org shared a powerful reminder: when it comes to digital safety, youth voices matter. Creating healthier digital spaces starts with listening to the people most impacted — from the very beginning. 🌱 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 19/02/2026Andrew is back with this week’s AI update 🌍🤖 Global leaders are meeting in India to discuss the future of AI, and the tone of the conversation is shifting. At the same time, efforts to move regulation forward here in the U.S. continue to face roadblocks. Watch now to get the full picture. 🎥 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 11/02/2026Over the weekend, FOSI’s Stephen Balkam, Sarah Bean, and Kaylin Peete attended the The Aspen Institute Socrates Seminar in Colorado 🏔️ Grateful for the chance to step back, learn alongside a diverse group, and bring insight back into our work supporting children and families in the digital age. 💡✨ 010
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 03/02/2026🌐 Safer Internet Day 2026 Webinar Join FOSI, Discovery Education, and NoFiltr.org for a Safer Internet Day conversation exploring how youth navigate technology across home and the classroom. 📅 Feb 10th ⏰ 12–1:00 PM EST 💻 Virtual | Free registration 🔗 Register here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 02/02/2026Join us in Tallahassee on February 4 for a timely discussion on kids’ online safety & Florida’s role in shaping national policy ✅ 🕙 Drop in between 10 AM–2 PM 📍 Governors Club, Tallahassee, FL 🤝 In collaboration with the The James Madison Institute Register now: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 27/01/2026📢 FOSI Briefs the States: Florida Join FOSI’s policy team in Tallahassee on February 4 for a presentation and roundtable discussion on kids’ online safety in Florida. 🕙 Choose a session at 10am, 11am, or 12pm 📍 Governors Club, Tallahassee 👉 Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 22/01/2026We’re excited to welcome Emily Cashman Kirstein as our new Vice Chair of the Board at FOSI 🎉 Emily brings deep expertise in child safety and public policy, and we’re delighted to have her step into this role with us. 🤝 Welcome, Emily — we’re so glad to have you as part of FOSI’s leadership! 🌐 ✅ 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 21/01/2026Yesterday, we welcomed members to our Washington, DC offices for our bi-annual strategic planning session. 🤝💡 We’re incredibly grateful to our partners for their thoughtful participation, collaboration, and commitment to advancing online safety for children and families. ✅ 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 15/01/2026We’re looking forward to today’s iRAISE event where FOSI's own Alanna Powers-O'Brien will be participating in a panel discussion on children and AI 🤖👧 The discussion will be co-led by the Paris Peace Forum and everyone.AI 🌍 We’re glad to be part of this important dialogue! 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 14/01/2026We’re excited to announce that Eric Ebenstein, Senior Director of Public Policy at TikTok, has been appointed Chair of FOSI’s Board of Directors 🎉 We’re thrilled to have his leadership as we look ahead to 2026 and beyond. Welcome, Eric! 🔗 Read the full press release here: fosi.org/family-onlin... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 13/01/2026Every year children’s digital lives evolve faster than our guidance can keep up📱 In our latest blog Kaylin Peete explores why catching up isn’t about having all the answers: listening to children’s lived experiences and resisting one-size-fits-all solutions.💬 ➡️ Read here: fosi.org/online-safet... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 06/01/2026We’re pleased to welcome Sarah Bean as our new Director of Research & Programs at FOSI 🎉 With experience spanning research, education, and media, Sarah brings a valuable perspective to our work supporting children and families as they navigate digital life. ✅ Welcome to FOSI, Sarah! 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 16/12/2025⏰ Happening today at 12 PM ET! Join FOSI for a timely webinar briefing on the online safety policy issues that shaped 2025, and what policymakers should be watching next. 🌐 ✅ 🔗 Register and join us today: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 02/12/2025About 4 in 10 teens who use generative AI say they’ve talked about their feelings with a chatbot. 🤖💬 Today’s insight from our research highlights why it’s essential for families to stay engaged as teens navigate this new digital terrain. 📊 🔗 Explore the full research: fosi.org/research/gen... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 01/12/2025More than half of teens (57%) say their parents don’t have rules about using generative AI. 🧠✨ This week we’re highlighting new findings from FOSI’s latest research, Generative AI in Uncertain Times. 🔗 Explore the full research findings to learn more: fosi.org/research/gen... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 12/11/2025What an incredible day! 💻✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday for the #FOSI2025 Annual Conference: Online Safety in Tumultuous Times in Washington, DC. The conversations, connections, and ideas shared made this year’s event one of our most engaging yet. ✅ 010
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 10/11/2025We just wrapped a powerful session at the #FOSI2025: “What is the FTC’s Role in Online Safety?” FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson joined Cecilia Kang of The New York Times for a conversation about the evolving role in protecting children and families online. ✅ 010
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 06/11/2025🎥 In this week’s Andrew the Policy Guy, Andrew Zack previews what’s ahead at next week’s #FOSI2025 Annual Conference — from new policies and platform shifts to the growing influence of generative AI. 🎟️ Watch to learn more + register for the livestream next week! www.eventbrite.com/e/fosi-2025-... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 28/10/2025🧠 ReThink Citizens is hosting a free, youth-led virtual workshop October 30th, at 7:30 p.m. EST that explores how young people are using social media, the challenges they face, and what families can do to encourage healthy online habits. ✍️💭 Register here: ➡️ rethinkcitizens.org/youth-squad/ 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 22/10/2025🎟️ Don’t Miss Out — Registration Closing Soon! The countdown is on for the #FOSI2025 Annual Conference: Online Safety in Tumultuous Times, happening November 10th in Washington, D.C. Seats are almost gone, register now! 👉 www.eventbrite.com/e/fosi-2025-... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 21/10/2025New from FOSI: Balancing Safety & Privacy – A Proportionate Age Assurance Approach. A flexible, inclusive framework for how platforms, industry, and regulators can protect kids online while respecting privacy. 🔗 fosi.org/policy/balancing-safety-and-privacy-a-proportionate-age-assurance-approach 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 15/10/2025🌈 Join us from 12–1 PM EST. We’ll explore how families can create affirming spaces, understand the role of online communities, and build stronger, lasting connections with LGBTQ+ youth. 💬✨ There’s still time to register: 👉 us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 10/10/2025Tickets are going fast for FOSI 2025 Annual Conference! 🎟️ New panel confirmed: Same Platforms, Different Experiences: Gender and Online Harm — exploring how boys, girls & diverse youth experience the internet differently. 👉 Register now: fosi.org/event/fosi-a... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 09/10/2025The October issue of The Assurance is live: Behind the Screen — Deepfakes & Misinformation. 👀 Explore the risks, policy responses, and how families can help teens question what they see. 👉 Read here: us9.campaign-archive.com?e=[UNIQID]&u... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 08/10/2025🔐 It’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month! We’ve teamed up with @1Password to launch The FOSI Guide to Cybersecurity — practical tips for families on strong passwords, phishing, safe sharing & more. 🌐✨ 📖 Read the full guide now! -https://fosi.org/program/the-fosi-guide-to-cybersecurity-with-1password/ 010
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 02/10/2025🌈 Supporting LGBTQ+ young people starts at home. 🏡 Join our special webinar with the @BTWFoundation to learn how families can create affirming spaces and build lasting connections. 🗓️ October 15, 2025 | ⏰ 12–1 PM EST Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... #LGBTQYouth #FamilySupport #OnlineSafety 034
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 01/10/2025How are teens using genAI in 2025? 🤔 At the FOSI 2025 Annual Conference, a new Research Reaction panel with Amanda Lenhart, Alanna Powers-O'Brien, Anne-Sophie Seret, and Sunny Xun Liu will discuss this crucial topic. Register now: fosi.org/event/fosi-a... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 29/09/2025Creating a safer digital world for kids takes all of us. 🌐✨ The newly launched @Pledge2Protect campaign from @Know2Protect calls on families & communities to move from awareness to action against online child exploitation. Join us, take the pledge & learn more: www.dhs.gov/know2protect 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 26/09/2025How can we better prepare teens for online safety as they head back to school? 🏫 Join us and Snapchat to learn about "The Keys: A Guide to Digital Safety." 🔑 We'll be live with Snapchat's Jacqueline Beauchere and FOSI's Andrew Zack. Tuesday, Sept 30, 1-1:30 PM ET snapchat.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 24/09/2025The FOSI 2025 lineup just keeps growing! 🚀 We're excited to announce even more incredible speakers and thought leaders joining our roster. Secure your spot to hear from all our speakers. Register today: fosi.org/event/fosi-a... #FOSI2025 #OnlineSafety #TechPolicy 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 24/09/2025New speakers just announced for FOSI 2025! 💡 Don't miss your chance to hear from experts on the most pressing issues in online safety and tech policy. Their insights are crucial as we work to build a safer digital world. Secure your spot and join the conversation: fosi.org/event/fosi-a... 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 19/09/2025🤝 Yesterday, our FOSI members came together at Amazon's HQ2 for our annual in-person meeting. It was an incredible day of collaboration, as we worked toward a shared goal: a safer digital world. 🌐A big thank you to Amazon for hosting and to all our members for their continued commitment and passion. 000
Family Online Safety Institute @famonlinesafety.bsky.social · 18/09/2025✅ A huge thank you to all who joined our "Battle of the Beltway"! Delegates from Virginia and Maryland, alongside policy experts, had a powerful conversation on how different state approaches are shaping kids' online safety. A big thanks to our State Policy Lead, Marissa Edmund.Stay tuned for more.🌟 000