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How on earth do we maintain balance in our families' digital lives during the unprecedented times that we are in? What strategies and tools can we use to create some semblance of normalcy while our kids are suddenly learning at home, and we are struggling to either work remotely or bring in child care in order to run essential services?

Encryption's purpose has always been to defend information from unauthorized access. This joint webinar with ACT | The App Association explored how strong encryption is used to protect vulnerable populations from theft, violence, and privacy harms, address law enforcement challenges, and evaluate policy proposals that may impact encryption.

The full webinar discussion between Stephen Balkam, Trisha Prabhu, and Rosalind Wiseman can be viewed here.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtsoonfpmqYRecent stats have shown us that kids' time spent on devices is surging during the pandemic. As their social lives and educational environment move entirely online, will it mean an increase in bad behavior and bullying?On Tuesday, May 12, Stephen Balkam, Founder & CEO of FOSI, moderated a discussion about digital citizenship and civility. For the parents of younger kids who may not have started the conversation yet, as well as tech savvy teens, now is the time to create guidance on how they can use technology for good, treat others well, and cultivate a positive presence in what is now a completely virtual world. How can we work to create a message of togetherness while staying apart?