Our Approach
Evidence-led education. Trauma-informed care. Neuroaffirming connection.
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OUR STORY
Founded in 2024
Foxworth Institute was created to solve a critical divide: while digital technology and relationship dynamics evolve at rapid speed, neurodivergent relationship support and digital safeguarding frameworks have lagged behind.
As the only institute of its kind, we bridge this gap by uniting academic research, clinical expertise, and lived experience. From delivering dedicated relationship education for neurodivergent minds to pioneering digital safety protocols for youth, we turn research into active protection—building a world where every brain can experience safety, agency, and connection.
OUR VALUES
The foundational pillars guiding our research, education, and institutional safeguarding.
Pioneering next-generation safety frameworks to protect youth and institutions in an evolving digital landscape.
Grounded in unmasking, self-advocacy, and universal access—ensuring every learner retains full choice and autonomy.
Cultivating environments of trust, mutual respect, and trauma-informed relationship education.
Collaboration
Community Impact
We actively contribute to multi-sector discussions and expert forums across Hong Kong, bringing evidence-based insights to digital safeguarding, consent education, and neuroinclusive support. By collaborating with local educators, researchers, and community leaders, we work to build safer spaces for everyone.
INNOVATION
Safeguarding AI Research
Navigating youth safety in the age of generative AI requires forward-looking insights. Our research bridges digital literacy and human relationships, delivering practical guidance to help individuals and institutions navigate digital risks.
Mary Foxworth founded Foxworth Institute to reimagine relationship education and institutional safeguarding for every brain.
A Board-Certified Sexologist holding degrees in law, criminology, and political science, Mary combines multidisciplinary expertise with her own late ADHD diagnosis to bridge clinical rigour with lived experience.
Her background spans high-level policy and institutional leadership—including advising on sexual offences law reform, leading culture reviews at HSBC, working on mission with the UNODC, and serving as Co-Principal Researcher on AI youth safeguarding with The Education University of Hong Kong. She translates complex empirical research into actionable frameworks that protect and connect.
Whether you are an institution exploring safeguarding partnerships or an individual curious about our research and resources, we are here to support you. Reach out to connect with our team.
Email: connect@foxworthinstitute.com
