| Name | Field | Why for MDS Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas Rushkoff | Media / Tech Theory | Digital addiction + media literacy |
| Sinead Bovell | Futurist / Tech Education | Youth, ethics, future of work + tech |
| Bryan Stevenson | Law / Social Justice | Agency, freedom, systemic change |
| Musimbi Kanyoro | Human Rights / Education | Global perspective, digital access |
| Yvonne Andrés | Education / Ed-Tech | Schools, digital engagement & well-being |
1. Douglas Rushkoff (Media / Tech Theory)
- Media theorist focused on how technology, social media, and economy intersect with human purpose.
- Work (e.g., *Team Human*) explores reclaiming agency in a tech-driven world.
Why fit for our panel / ideal roles
- Speaks powerfully on the mechanics of screen addiction and algorithmic influence.
- Ideal roles: keynote; school seminar; workshop on “Digital Detachment & Focus”; panel on media literacy.
2. Sinead Bovell (Futurist / Tech Education)
- Futurist focused on AI, emerging tech, digital ethics, and youth empowerment.
- Speaks directly to younger generations—great fit for school tours and MDS youth engagement.
Why fit for our panel / ideal roles
- Hands-on workshop: “Using Technology Without Being Used.”
- Panel: “The Future of the Mind in the Screen Age.”
3. Bryan Stevenson (Law / Social Justice)
- Lawyer and activist, powerful voice in justice, rights, and social transformation.
- Adds depth to the MDS message of agency, freedom, and resistance (including digital).
Why fit for our panel / ideal roles
- Seminar: “Freedom, Agency & the Digital Generation.”
- Panel: “From Digital Bondage to Purpose.”
4. Musimbi Kanyoro (Human Rights / Education)
- Kenyan activist and scholar with a long track record in global human rights, philanthropy, and education.
- Helps MDS transcend national boundaries; speaks to digital inequality and global youth.
Why fit for our panel / ideal roles
- Regional keynote; workshop on “Digital Access, Freedom & Responsibility.”
5. Yvonne Andrés (Education / Ed-Tech)
- Pioneer in online learning and tech for education; co-founder of global ed initiatives.
- Provides the education-system view of how digital engagement affects students and schooling.
Why fit for our panel / ideal roles
- Seminar for educators & students; panel “Schools, Screens & Well-Being.”