Teens, Tech & Online Safety: What Parents Can’t Always See
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The online world is a central part of teenage life, but much of what young people experience isn’t always visible to parents. From algorithms and online trends to hidden pressures and risks, the digital environment can shape what teens see, think and feel in ways that are not always obvious from the outside.
The session will focus not only on understanding the challenges, but also on what parents can do, including how to set boundaries, build healthy habits, and have open, ongoing conversations with their teens about their digital lives.
Speaker
Ellen Roome
MBE
Ellen Roome MBE is a mother and leading campaigner for children’s online safety. Her son, Jools, died in April 2022, age 14. In looking for answers surrounding Jools' death, Ellen discovered that potentially vital information about a child’s online activity could be lost before coroners or investigators had the opportunity to examine it. She went on to found Jools’ Law, campaigning for greater transparency, accountability and protection around children’s digital lives.
Her campaign led to the principles behind Jools’ Law being incorporated into the Crime and Policing Act in 2026 this summer, requiring relevant online platforms to preserve a deceased child’s digital data within five days of notification. Ellen continues to campaign for stronger online protections for children, greater accountability from technology companies and safer social media. In the King’s New Year Honours List 2026, she was awarded an MBE for services to children’s online safety.
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Teens, Tech & Online Safety: What Parents Can’t Always See
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