Internet Society

Dive into artificial intelligence, connectivity, information integrity, and more at our Mid Career Fellowship Symposium on Wednesday, 28 January! You will hear directly from emerging Internet leaders as they unpack their research on key digital issues. Register today: https://lnkd.in/dnk7jWwM

Indigenous communities face many barriers to connectivity, such as geographic isolation and historical exclusion. That’s why these populations are among the most underconnected around the world. We believe that everyone deserves access to the Internet and the opportunities it brings. That’s why we’re dedicated to supporting #IndigenousConnectivity.🌐

I had a great time hopping on the TechSequences podcast! We chatted about multistakeholder Internet governance, how misguided policy can threaten the global Internet, and the work we’re doing at the Internet Society. Check out the full conversation: https://lnkd.in/gpmXrCav

Hello, 2026! We’ll be celebrating the new year the way we know best—by defending an open, globally connected Internet for everyone. 🌐 We’ll be doing that by ensuring that people everywhere have: 💪 Access to affordable, reliable, and resilient Internet 🔒 An Internet experience that is safe, secure, and protects them online. Check out our 2026 Action Plan to learn more about what we’ll be up to this year: https://lnkd.in/gqsEb2Sw

Nominations are OPEN for the Public Interest Registry (PIR) Board of Directors! If you are passionate about PIR’s work as an exemplary domain name registry and industry thought leader, consider submitting a nomination. PIR manages the .ORG family of domains and is dedicated to serving the public interest. This year, there will be two open board positions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eE2zzing

In 2025, we welcomed our very first cohort of community fellows! For six months, they trained to build advocacy skills so they can defend the Internet and make a difference in communities around the world.👏 Watch on to meet some of the fellows and get a glimpse into our community workshops.

Don’t wait! Today is the LAST DAY to double your impact when you donate to the Internet Society! 😮 Our co-founder, Vint Cerf, will match the first $25k in donations—but only until the end of the year. So if you want your generous gift to go twice as far, consider giving today. Making a last-minute donation? No problem! You can give in 30 seconds or less with our fast, mobile-friendly portal: https://lnkd.in/gEQbwqSv

As governments across Africa explore measures that could circumvent or weaken encryption, African civil society needs the skills and networks to proactively advocate for strong cybersecurity. That’s why we organized our first-ever Africa Cybersecurity Advocacy Workshop in Windhoek, Namibia, equipping leading African civil society organizations with technical grounding, policy context, and advocacy tools. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ezGs65NP

Will you help us push back against Internet shutdowns? When the government of South Sudan ordered a block on all social media sites, our local chapter sprang into action, immediately drafting a letter to parliament and connecting with journalists. Just five days later, the order was lifted. Internet shutdowns are all too common—in 2025, there were 94 of them in 14 countries—and they have devastating social and economic effects. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gEQbwqSv

Will you help support the next generation of Internet champions? In 2025, we helped 150+ fellows grow their networks, strengthen their skills, and gain experience to advance in their careers. Across eight free programs, they attended events around the world like the Internet Governance Forum, participated in panels and discussions, and developed their own projects. Donate today: https://lnkd.in/gEQbwqSv