Policy and Tech with Agnes Evrard

Summary:

In this episode of Safety is Sexy, I'm joined by Agnes Everard to discuss how she transitioned from teaching to a career in Trust and Safety, We explore the intersection of tech, education, and policy development. Her career includes pivotal roles in crisis management at Airbnb, and shaping policies at Patreon. She delves into the complexities of policy development related to hate speech, misinformation, and the importance of diverse thinking. Agnes emphasizes the value of stakeholder collaboration, user education, and staying informed about regulation changes to create effective policies.

We also discuss key challenges for newcomers in tech policy and strategies for building a supportive professional network. Agnes offers practical advice on blending passion with preparedness and underscores the impact collective effort has in the field of Trust and Safety.

Agnes Bio:
Agnes started her career as an English and Media Literacy teacher and moved to the world of tech in 2012 when she started to look at brand risk for Wavemetrix. She then went on to work for Airbnb, Patreon and Vungle.  She is currently working as the director of Trust and Safety at Brainly where she focuses on policy development, compliance with new regulations and user education.  

Edited by The Motion Bureau

Music by Robert Taylor Jr.