I am the Senior Director, North American Government and Regulatory Affairs for the Internet Society. I am passionate about analyzing how government actions could impact the Internet and drive advocacy efforts to grow, protect, and defend an Internet for everyone.
Prior to joining the Internet Society, I was founder and lead consultant of Campbell Communications, a strategic communications agency specializing in policy advocacy, political campaigns, and working with Indigenous communities to promote community-led Internet access solutions. I have also worked at the Canadian Internet Registration Authority, where I helped establish the first Canadian Internet Governance Forum.
My roots in journalism have given me a passion for plain language and helping people understand how government and business decisions about the Internet can impact our lives. My recent research has focused on the splinternet, examining how different paths could lead the Internet to this worse-case scenario. I’m also interested in new solutions to promote child safety online that don’t undermine encryption.
When I'm not at at work, you can find me knitting, cycling, and trying to sneak more plants into my house without my family noticing.
Latest posts
Encryption
22 November 2022
Two Things the US Should Do to Protect the Internet and the Security of Billions of People Online
Adopting the practice of Internet impact assessments is not just an option—it’s a must to protect the Internet we...
Internet Way of Networking
28 September 2022
Sanctions Can Deny Internet Access When People Need It Most
Political actions to prevent people in other countries from access to the Internet could set a dangerous precedent that...
Community Networks
1 August 2022
Indigenous Connectivity Summit to Take Place this October—Transitioning to a New Home
The Summit offers a unique opportunity for participants to discuss challenges and develop practical community-led recommendations and solutions.
Internet Way of Networking
18 May 2022
Protecting the Internet As We Know It – Three Things You Can Do Today To Stop the Splinternet
Learn how to protect what the Internet needs to exist and thrive—then do something today.
Encryption
8 February 2022
A Safer Internet Starts with More Encryption
Security is crucial to a safer Internet, and the only way towards a safer Internet is to take encryption off...
Internet Way of Networking
8 November 2021
Internet Impact Briefs – A New Way to Assess How Policies May Affect the Internet (and How You Can Create One)
There are plenty of things that keep us up at night. From Internet shutdowns, to laws that would poke...