We believe in a world where the Internet means opportunity.
We care about its future.

We believe in a world where the Internet means opportunity. We care about its future.

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Expanding access, rebuilding trust: we empower communities while advocating for a safer, more inclusive Internet.

Expanding access, rebuilding trust: we empower communities while advocating for a safer, more inclusive Internet.

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We help close the digital divide.

We support community-led networks with resources, expertise, and advocacy to help connect those most in need.

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We help make the Internet trustworthy.

Through digital literacy, community collaboration, and advocacy, we help make the Internet safer for everyone.

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Delivering on a 5-Year Strategy:
2019-2024 Impact Results

Delivering on a 5-Year Strategy:
2019-2024 Impact Results

One-third of the world’s population still lacks access to the Internet. In 2019, we launched a five-year plan with a clear roadmap for change.

This report is a snapshot of how we worked with our global community to overcome major challenges and exceed our ambitious goals.

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20 Years of the Internet Governance Forum

For two decades, the Internet Governance Forum has enabled open, inclusive, and informed discussions that influence how global Internet policy is shaped and implemented.

This report captures how these dialogues have contributed to concrete impact …
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Submit a Nomination for the Postel Award!

The Jonathan B. Postel Service Award recognizes an individual or organization for outstanding and sustained contributions to the Internet community.

Do you know an Internet leader who you think should be celebrated? Nominate them today! …
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Advocating for Strong Encryption

We organized a workshop in Brussels for civil society organizations to explore encryption threats and develop advocacy strategies.

Hear from the participants about their experience and why they are passionate about advocating for strong encryption …
The Internet Society is a global network of leaders shaping an open, secure, and inclusive Internet. The Internet Society fosters collaborations that drive meaningful change. Being part of the Alumni Network and a local chapter board member has empowered me to contribute to the future of the Internet for everyone.”
Nicolás Fiumarelli, IGF Youth Ambassador Program Alumni and Uruguay Chapter Board Member

We work together to ensure the Internet thrives and everyone can benefit from it.

We work together to ensure the Internet thrives and everyone can benefit from it.

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Individual members

A small contribution can make a big difference.

Give today to support an Internet for everyone.

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A small contribution can make a big difference.

Give today to support an Internet for everyone.

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