Signature Keynote Talks

Talks designed for leadership teams, policy audiences, product organisations, and global forums working at the intersection of child safety, technology, and rights.

"Protecting Children in the Age of AI"

Maryam's flagship keynote explores how artificial intelligence is reshaping the child safety landscape. This talk covers the emerging risks of deepfakes, generative AI, algorithmic exposure, and practical solutions for protection.

Ideal for: Tech Conferences, Policy Summits, Corporate Events

"From Policy to Practice: Building Organisations That Keep Children Safe"

A practical framework for implementing institutional safeguarding that moves beyond compliance. Learn how to embed child protection into organizational culture, from leadership commitment to operational excellence.

Ideal for: Corporate Leadership, Government, Education Sector

"The Regulatory Wave: What Every Business Needs to Know About Children's Online Safety"

A deep dive into the EU Digital Services Act, UK Online Safety Act, AI Act, and global regulatory frameworks. Essential guidance for understanding compliance obligations and building trust with regulators and consumers.

Ideal for: C-Suite, Legal Teams, Compliance Professionals

"Designing for the Youngest Users: Ethics, Safety, and Responsibility"

Explore age-appropriate design principles, safety-by-design methodologies, and ethical technology development. Learn how to prioritize child wellbeing in product decisions while maintaining innovation and engagement.

Ideal for: Product Teams, UX/Design Conferences, EdTech

"Children's Rights in a Digital World: A Call to Action"

An inspiring keynote on the moral imperative and business case for protecting children's digital rights. Connect with the human impact of your work and discover how child safeguarding creates competitive advantage.

Ideal for: UN Events, Human Rights Forums, Philanthropy Summits

Fee Guide

Professional speaking rates for keynotes, workshops, and executive briefings. Customized packages are available for multi-session or strategic advisory engagements.

Conference Keynote

30–60 minute keynote presentation

from $8,000

Corporate Keynote / Executive Briefing

Tailored to your organization's priorities

from $10,000

Half-Day Workshop

Interactive session with audience engagement

from $5,000

Full-Day Workshop

Comprehensive deep-dive with practical frameworks

from $8,000

Panel Participation

Expert panelist on industry topics

from $2,000

Virtual Keynote / Webinar

Online presentation or interactive session

from $3,000

Speaking Credentials

Global speaking experience grounded in international safeguarding leadership, policy work, and practical implementation across multiple sectors.

Scientific Chair, ISPCAN Congress 2023

Led the scientific program for the International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect Congress in Edinburgh, shaping the global agenda for child protection research and practice.

Panelist, COP28

Contributed expert perspective on child safety and digital rights at the UN Climate Change Conference in the UAE, connecting environmental and child safeguarding priorities.

Host, "Let's Talk with Maryam Ehsani" Podcast

Produces and hosts a podcast exploring critical conversations on child safety, policy, technology ethics, and the human impact of digital innovation on young people worldwide.

Featured Podcasts

Selected conversations on AI, child safeguarding, digital literacy, and the policy choices shaping children’s experiences online.

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The AI Social Club 3 Sep 2025

Protecting children in the AI age

With Margot Bletterie on The AI Social Club

A practical conversation on how AI is reshaping children’s learning, the risks from deepfakes and cyberbullying, what prevention can look like in practice, and how parents, schools, governments, and technology companies should respond.

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AI Trust Talks 24 Jul 2025

How Technology Can Prevent Harm & What Parents Need to Know

With Emma Johnson on AI Trust Talks

Maryam explores what parents and organisations should ask before trusting AI tools, how to build children’s AI literacy without fear, which safeguarding technologies can support prevention, and why stronger policies and accountability still matter.

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AI Trust Talks 5 Feb 2026

Raising Children in the Age of AI: Rights, Risks, and Responsibilities

With Emma Johnson on AI Trust Talks

A focused discussion on who is responsible when AI harms children, why children remain underrepresented in AI governance, and what rights-based, child-centred AI should look like in real product, policy, and safeguarding decisions.

Book Maryam for Your Event

Customize a talk or workshop that speaks directly to your audience's priorities and challenges.