Collin Kurre

Collin Kurre has a diverse work experience in the technology policy and digital safety field. Currently, they hold the position of Technology Policy Principal at Ofcom, where they lead the development of technical policies for online safety regulations. Their responsibilities include working on proactive technologies, moderating video-sharing platforms, and analyzing the relationship between online safety interventions and data protection. Prior to this role, Collin worked as a Senior Internet Policy Manager at Ofcom.

In addition to their work at Ofcom, Collin has also been involved in the global digital safety initiatives. Collin served as a Lead Contributor for the Global Coalition for Digital Safety at the World Economic Forum.

Before joining Ofcom and the World Economic Forum, Collin worked at BT as a Privacy and Freedom of Expression Manager. At BT, they focused on managing privacy issues and ensuring freedom of expression in the organization's operations.

Collin has also made significant contributions to the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). Collin held the position of Chair of the Cross-Community Working Party on Human Rights and served as the Non-commercial Representative for the EPDP on gTLD Registration (WHOIS) Data.

Earlier in their career, Collin worked as a Digital Program Officer at ARTICLE 19, a Policy and Communications Officer at the Internet & Jurisdiction Policy Network, and a Public Policy Intern at the CELE - Center for Studies on Freedom of Expression and Access to Information. Collin also gained media experience as a Media Intern at WBHM (NPR).

Overall, Collin Kurre has a strong background in technology policy, digital safety, privacy, and freedom of expression, with extensive experience working with regulatory organizations, global forums, and non-profit organizations.

Collin Kurre holds a Bachelor's Degree in English from Birmingham-Southern College. Collin also completed a Master's Degree in Development Management and Public Policy from Georgetown University. Furthermore, Collin obtained a Master's Degree in Maestría en Políticas Públicas y Gerenciamiento del Desarrollo from Universidad Nacional de San Martín. In August 2019, they obtained the Certified Information Privacy Professional / Europe (CIPP/E) certification from the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals.