How can we better invest in people?

Parenting in an Anxious World

January 22, 2026
13:15–14:00 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

Over the past half-century, many countries have undergone profound shifts in family structures, accompanied by growing unease about the influence of smartphones, social media and the fast pace of modern life. These changes have sparked fears that children may be receiving less stability, attention and connection. How can we design a family ecosystem that is flexible, robust and gives children...
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Speakers

RB
Rachel Botsman
Author, Artist & Trust Expert
Rachel Botsman Ltd
JH
Jonathan Haidt
Professor of Ethical Leadership
NYU Stern School of Business
BK
Becky Kennedy
CEO & Founder
Good Inside
MM
Marija Manojlovic
Executive Director
Safe Online

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