Ekin Björstedt

Speaker Bio

Ekin Björstedt
Secretary General, Global Child Forum

Ekin Björstedt is the Secretary General of the Global Child Forum, a global platform advancing children’s rights in business and investment. She leads the organization’s strategic engagement with multinational companies, investors, policymakers, and civil society to accelerate corporate action and accountability on children’s rights.

With extensive experience in international leadership and change management, Ekin has driven organizational transformation, strengthened global partnerships, and positioned children’s rights as a core pillar of sustainable and responsible business. Under her leadership, Global Child Forum continues to bridge the gap between data, dialogue, and real-world impact.

Ekin is a frequent speaker at international forums, where she addresses the intersection of technology, business, and human rights — with a particular focus on how digital transformation and innovation must safeguard and empower children in an increasingly connected world.

She is passionate about building cross-sector collaboration that turns commitments into measurable outcomes for children everywhere.

At MWC Barcelona, she brings a sharp perspective on how innovation and technology can help build a more sustainable and inclusive future for children.