BIRN Webinar: Addressing Biometric Surveillance Issues in Europe

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Join us for a webinar on September 24, 2024, at 1:00 PM CET, where experts will delve into the pressing issues surrounding biometric surveillance in Europe. This event will offer valuable insights into the current legal landscape, practical tools for advocacy, and the role of journalism in shaping public discourse.

Sign up here to attend the webinar.

Date: September 24, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM CET

Featured Speakers:

Ella Jakubowska, EDRi’s Head of Policy
Ella Jakubowska will provide an in-depth analysis of the AI Act, focusing on:

    • Key provisions of the AI Act
    • Identifying its limitations and gaps
    • Existing legal protections against biometric surveillance
    • Practical guidance for opposing biometric surveillance, including legal tools and strategies for engaging with policymakers and collaborating with civil society.

Apostolis Fotiadis, Investigations Editor at BIRN
Apostolis Fotiadis will share his expertise on impactful reporting related to biometric surveillance. His presentation will cover:

    • Effective strategies for reporting on biometric surveillance
    • Insights from his investigations, including major EU surveillance programs and their implications.

Registration:

Sign up here to attend the webinar.

Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leading experts on biometric surveillance. Applications are open until September 20, 2024.

The webinar is a must-attend for policymakers, journalists, civil society members, and anyone concerned with the implications of biometric surveillance.