The Cable Show 2010 - Go Beyond

Playing it Safe: Policy Approaches for Protecting Kids Online

Session 12
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Room 409

When it comes to online safety for children, there are two points on which everyone agrees. Broadband offers infinite opportunities for children to learn and develop, but kids need help to stay safe online. Listen in as state attorneys general discuss new approaches for ensuring safe and enriching online experiences. Discovery points:

  • Understand the critical role state AGs play in enforcing online protection laws
  • Learn about new developments in ensuring safe online environments for kids
  • Identify new sources of information for keeping kids safe online

Speakers

Moderator: Stephen Balkam (Family Online Safety Institute)
Speakers: Douglas Gansler (State of Maryland), Christine Kurth (Federal Communications Commission), Rob McKenna (State of Washington), Jeff Weitzman (Common Sense Media)