Penny Walters

Moises Garza May 29, 2022

Professor and Genealogy Speaker Dr. Penny Walters will be a speaker for the 4th We Are Cousins Virtual Genealogy Conference this coming September 23-25, 2022. In this post you can read more about her and what she will be presenting.

About Penny Walters

Dr. Penny Walters has been a University lecturer for 30 years, teaching Psychology and Business Studies. Penny lectures internationally in-person, writes articles, and is sought after for a wide range of webinar topics. Penny has authored the books: 'Ethical Dilemmas in Genealogy' and ‘The Psychology of Searching.’

Scheduled Presentation for 4th WAC Conference

Title: Are you an ethical genealogist?

Summary: ‘I’m just compiling our family tree, what could go wrong?’ Ethical dilemmas came to the forefront since law enforcement utilized information from GEDMatch to apprehend a suspected serial killer. Attendees will benefit from reflecting on their own ethical dilemmas and considering ethical issues with empathy, sensitivity and diplomacy.