Megan Garcia is a child online safety advocate and founder of Blessed Mother Family. She became a leading voice in the fight against harmful AI systems after her son Sewell Setzer III died in 2024 following interactions with an AI chatbot. She has since campaigned for stronger accountability frameworks for AI companies and platforms, testifying before US Congress and engaging with policymakers worldwide to strengthen protections for children in digital environments.

Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere is an engineer and expert in artificial intelligence at imec – KU Leuven, where she focuses on the ethical dimensions of AI systems. A prolific author and public speaker, she was named 2024 Belgian IT Personality of the Year, recognising her outstanding contribution to raising awareness of responsible AI across industry and policy circles.

Dr. Daniela Vacek is a researcher and expert on responsible AI based in Slovakia. She is the winner of the ESET Science Award for Outstanding Scientist in Slovakia Under the Age of 35, awarded for her significant contributions to the field of ethical and responsible artificial intelligence research.