Qatar- Vodafone to chair Family Online Safety Institute board


(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Lisa Felton, Global Head, Consumer Regulation and Content Standards, Vodafone Group, will become the next chair of Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) board of directors.

FOSI, as an international non-profit organisation that works to promote industry best practice, enlightened public policy and good digital parenting, is enthusiastic about collaborative opportunities Vodafone's chairmanship will bring.

With benefits of a history in corporate social responsibility and being a pioneer in the parenting space, Vodafone contributes a welcome perspective to the FOSI mission.

"I am delighted to welcome Lisa as FOSI's Chair," said Stephen Balkam, CEO, FOSI.

"Not only does she bring an impressive track record in this space, but, as a company, Vodafone has provided considerable leadership and innovation in the field of online safety."

Felton said: "FOSI has an important role to play in supporting families and driving best practice in online safety in an ever more connected world.

"Vodafone, through its Digital Parenting programme, will continue to provide tools, support and information to help families safely navigate their online world."

Dana Haidan, Head, Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability, Vodafone Qatar, said: "Digital parenting is a priority for us and is in line with the national drive towards promoting a robust cyber-safety ecosystem.

"In a digital world that is growing at unprecedented rates, it is essential for parents and stakeholders to gain access to tools and platforms that help provide them with technical knowledge and information to navigate this world with their children and youth safely and making the best out of its opportunities.

"Our AmanTECH programme includes an online source for information and tips, how-to guides for parents, ongoing education and discussion groups, and tech experts to impart knowledge and advice for digital parenting."


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