About Madeline Shepherd
Madeline Shepherd (she/her) is Director of Public Policy, Digital Safety at Microsoft, where she leads the company's global policy strategy on online safety, child protection, and responsible technology governance. Her work focuses on shaping practical, evidence-based approaches to digital safety that support innovation while protecting users, particularly children and young people. A recognised leader in digital safety policy, Madeline works extensively with governments, regulators, international organisations, and industry stakeholders to advance policy solutions on issues such as age assurance, online harms, non-consensual intimate imagery, AI safety, and safety-by-design. She is particularly passionate about how technology, policy, and education can work together to support the trusted adults who play a critical role in children's online lives.