Dr Joanne Orlando is a leading expert in AI and digital safety for families and young people. Her primary focus areas include artificial intelligence, digital family safety, the future of technology, and digital wellbeing.
Dr Orlando holds a PhD in Digital Behaviour and her research reveals that it’s not just the platforms or devices we use, but how we use them, and the strategies deployed that shape our digital experience. By addressing the social, human, and authentic experiences surrounding technology use, especially the emerging wellbeing issues, Dr Orlando helps us use AI and existing social platforms more meaningfully.
Dr Orlando studies how technology and AI influence children of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers, analysing their effects on young minds and behaviours, as well as the broader societal and policy implications. She collaborates with local and international governments to establish evidence-based guidelines for social media, addressing its impact on mental health, education, and industry practices. By exploring the social and human experiences surrounding technology use, she provides insights on navigating today’s digital landscape safely and effectively in homes, schools, and workplaces.
As a regular presenter on popular Australian TV shows like Sunrise, the Today Show, The Morning Show, and The Project, Dr Orlando excels in making complex topics light and engaging. She has written hundreds of articles for media outlets worldwide and her book, Life Mode On: How to Feel Less Stressed, More Present and Back in Control When Using Technology has gained global attention, further establishing her as a thought leader. As an accomplished keynote speaker, she has shared her expertise at events like South by Southwest (SXSW) and has recently addressed companies such as Apple, YouTube, and Roblox, as well as the Global Sync Summit.
Dr Orlando lives in Sydney, Australia and works globally.
