Our Team
We came from different backgrounds and countries, sharing a common goal: improve user experiences on encrypted messaging apps, looking for a balance between privacy and content moderation. Meet us!
J.Nathan Matias
Co-Lead
“I’ve spent the last decade working alongside people facing online harassment to study ways to stay safe, connect with people who matter in their lives, and speak freely online“
Sarah Gilbert
Co-Lead
“I work with users and community moderators of online platforms to understand their challenges and how to empowered them to create better digital worlds.”
Alexandra Gonzalez
Research Assistant
“I examine the relationship between cybersecurity, public policy, and online safety for children, to provide comprehensive insights and informed interventions.“
Amanda Vilchez
Research Assistant
“I develop participatory research projects, looking for promoting collaboration between communities and the science academy in the production of knowledge, specially in the Global South“
Our Values
Confidentiality
Our team is committed to maintaining the highest level of confidentiality for this information, ensuring it is never disclosed for purposes other than advancing our research. In accordance with our ethical research approach, we respect the privacy and trust of those who participate.
People Centered & Collaboration
From the inception and design of our research, we prioritized the well-being, privacy, and concerns of our participants and the communities they represent. We are dedicated to developing research that genuinely cares for and values the individuals and groups contributing to our work directly or indirectly.
Openness & Respect
As a team, we advance the culture of openness from two angles. First, we make the research process transparent and accessible by sharing progress, lessons learned, and outcomes. Second, openness is a mindset that encourages communication and collaboration, cultivating a collaborative and diverse atmosphere where every perspective is valued.
Action-Oriented & Social Responsibility
We are dedicated to making a tangible difference by addressing the issues communities want to solve or are concerned about. We focus on translating research into meaningful real-world change, seeking opportunities to drive positive transformation based on the needs and desires of the communities we work with.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about your participation in this study, you can contact our team at: candado@cornell.edu