National Security Perspectives on Location Surveillance and the Future of Democracy

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National Security Perspectives on Location Surveillance and the Future of Democracy

by American Geographical Society
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The American Geographical Society and its EthicalGEO Initiative’s Location Tech Task Force is convening a series of Blue-Ribbon Panels and Leadership Spotlights examining the ethical implications of mobile location technology in the era of COVID-19 and beyond. National security leaders in the United States have knowledge of the technologies required for effective surveillance to combat  threats, and have developed many restrictions concerning surveillance within the continental United States. Join us, and former national security leaders, in the conversation surrounding the use of mobile-based surveillance technologies and the risks and benefits they bring to society as a whole.

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2020-07-28 09:30 AM to
12:30 PM
 

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Blue-Ribbon Panel

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American Geographical Society
The American Geographical Society (AGS) is a 21st-century learning society dedicated to the advancement of geographic thinking, knowledge, and understanding across business, government, academe, social sectors, and most importantly with teachers and students. Established in 1851, AGS is the oldest professional geographical organization in the United States. It is recognized worldwide as a pioneer in geographical research and education for over 169 years. The mission of AGS is to advance and promote geography in business, government, science, and education. Our goal is to enhance the nation’s geographic literacy to engender sound public policy, national security, and human well-being worldwide. AGS seeks to engage the American public, from its youngest to its oldest citizens, with new and amazing ways to understand and characterize our changing world. The Society maintains its headquarters in New York City.