Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2015

The 2015 Internet Governance Forum (IGF) took place on 10-13 November 2015 in João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil and in a series of remote hubs located around the world.

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Focused on the theme of “Evolution of Internet Governance: Empowering Sustainable Development“, the 2015 IGF focused on eight primary themes:

  • Cybersecurity and trust
  • The Internet economy
  • Inclusiveness and diversity
  • Openness
  • Enhancing multistakeholder cooperation
  • The Internet and human rights
  • Critical Internet resources
  • Emerging issues

The Internet Society has strongly supported the IGF from its launch after the original World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS).

Date and Time

Tuesday 10 November 2015 –

Friday 13 November 2015

Location

Poeta Ronaldo Cunha Lima Conference Center

João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil

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