Frances Haugen

Frances Haugen is a data scientist and social media accountability advocate. Previously an algorithmic-product manager at Facebook, she became a whistleblower in 2021, exposing internal company documents that revealed Facebook's prioritization of profits over user safety and public well-being. Since then, she has founded Beyond the Screen, a non-profit organization working to promote the growth of the ecosystem of accountability for Social Platforms Frances is a frequent public speaker and commentator on issues related to social media addiction, misinformation, and the need for algorithmic regulation around the world.