Future of Privacy Forum Announces Annual Privacy and AI Leadership Awards
New internship program established in honor of former FPF staff
Washington, D.C. – June 12, 2025 — The Future of Privacy Forum (FPF), a global non-profit focused on data protection, AI and emerging technologies, announced the recipients of the 2025 FPF Achievement Awards, honoring exceptional contributors to AI and privacy leadership in the public and private sectors.
FPF presented the Global Responsible AI Leadership Award to Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) in recognition of its comprehensive and forward-thinking approach to leadership in AI governance.
Barbara Cosgrove, Vice President, Chief Privacy and Digital Trust Officer for Workday and a longtime privacy leader and mentor, was honored with the Career Achievement Award.
“It is a privilege to honor Barbara Cosgrove and the Brazilian National Data Protection Authority for their respective contributions to the fields of data protection and AI regulation,” said Jules Polonetsky, CEO of the Future of Privacy Forum. “This year’s awardees have all demonstrated the thoughtful leadership, bold vision, and creative thinking that is essential to advancing the responsible use of data for the benefit of society.”
2025 FPF Achievement Award Recipients include:
Brazil National Data Protection Authority, Global Responsible AI Leadership Award
Accepted by Miriam Wimmer
Brazil’s National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) is this year’s recipient of the Global Responsible AI Leadership Award, which honors pioneers operating in the complex and rapidly evolving space where data protection and artificial intelligence intersect.
The Award recognizes ANPD’s comprehensive and forward-thinking approach to governing AI responsibly, most notably through initiatives like the Sandbox for AI and its influential work in developing thoughtful frameworks around generative AI. With a strong emphasis on public engagement, transparency, and international collaboration, ANPD is helping set a global benchmark for how innovation can advance while safeguarding privacy and individual rights.
Barbara Cosgrove, Vice President, Chief Privacy and Digital Trust Officer, Workday, Career Achievement Award
Barbara Cosgrove serves as Vice President, Chief Privacy and Digital Trust Officer at Workday. During her tenure at Workday, Barbara has advocated for Workday globally on data protection matters, championed the company’s global data privacy strategy, implemented technology compliance standards, and developed privacy-by-design and machine learning ethics-by-design frameworks. Barbara has played a key role in establishing the company’s privacy fundamentals and fostering a culture of data protection, including serving as Workday’s chief security officer and leading the development of Workday’s initial AI governance program. Barbara is Vice-Chair of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), and a member of FPF’s AI Leadership Council and Advisory Board.
The awards were presented at a reception Wednesday evening following FPF’s Annual DC Privacy Forum, which brought together more than 250 government, civil society, academic, and corporate privacy leaders to for a series of discussions about AI policy, kids online safety, AI agents, and other topics top of mind to the administration and policymakers.
At the event, Melissa Maalouff, a shareholder with ZwillGen, also made a special announcement regarding a new internship that will be housed in FPF’s D.C. office. The Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship by ZwillGen honors the life and legacy of Hannah Schaller, a beloved friend, colleague, and talented privacy attorney who passed away earlier this year.
Hannah started her career as a policy intern in FPF’s D.C. Office. She was a valuable contributor during her time at FPF and a rising star at ZwillGen, a boutique law firm specializing in technology and privacy law. Hannah remained closely connected to FPF following her internship, and was a valuable source of guidance and counsel to FPF members and staff. Hannah was also co-chair of the IAPP DC region KnowledgeNet Chapter.
The candidate selected for the Hannah Schaller Memorial Internship by ZwillGen will work in FPF’s D.C. office, directly with the organization’s policy staff, as Hannah did at the start of her career. Learn more about the internship and opportunities to support the program’s sustainability here. ZwillGenn firm has also created a post-graduate fellowship in Hannah’s honor.
“Hannah’s expertise and abilities as an attorney will leave a lasting impact on the privacy community, and she will be missed personally and for the professional and civic accomplishments that were in her future,” added Polonetsky. “This internship is a wonderful way to celebrate and honor her legacy by helping provide an on-ramp to students seeking a career in privacy.”
To learn more about the Future of Privacy Forum, visit fpf.org.
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About Future of Privacy Forum (FPF)
FPF is a global non-profit organization that brings together academics, civil society, government officials, and industry to evaluate the societal, policy, and legal implications of data use, identify the risks, and develop appropriate protections. FPF believes technology and data can benefit society and improve lives if the right laws, policies, and rules are in place. FPF has offices in Washington D.C., Brussels, Singapore, and Tel Aviv. Follow FPF on X and LinkedIn.