Internet Society

Today, 21 May, marks the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)–a day dedicated to getting everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities. The post On Global Accessibility Awareness Day, An Internet for Everyone Must Include Everyone  appeared first on Internet Society.

The Open Fibre Data Standard is an open data, open standards initiative to develop and implement a common language for describing terrestrial fiber networks. The post An Open Fiber Data Standard to Make the Internet for Everyone appeared first on Internet Society.

The cancellation of RightsCon 2026 is a stark reminder that when opportunities for civic engagement are neutralized, so are stakeholders’ voices. The post How RightsCon Is an Unexpected Stress Test for the Multistakeholder Model of Internet Governance appeared first on Internet Society.

In Africa, where the connectivity discussion has traditionally focused on coverage, there’s a recent shift toward making access growth meaningful. Kenya serves as a model for implementing community-centered connectivity solutions. The post From Coverage to Meaningful Connectivity: How Kenya Is Leading Africa’s Internet Future  appeared first on Internet Society.

Around the world, our community works locally, regionally, and globally to keep the Internet a force for good: open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy. Here is an overview of just some of their activities over the last few weeks. The post Community Snapshot — April appeared first on Internet Society.

Online scams are at an all-time high. But luckily, with the right information and some simple protective habits, you can learn how to identify them and keep yourself safe. The post Anatomy of a Scam appeared first on Internet Society.

As we celebrate Earth Day 2026, what is the technical community—the people who actually build and operate the Internet—doing about climate and environmental sustainability? The post Climate and Environmental Sustainability Within the IETF and IRTF appeared first on Internet Society.

Drawing on our strategic priorities, this blog post outlines where we will focus our efforts in supporting the implementation of the WSIS+20 commitments. The post From Commitments to Practice: Internet Society’s Priorities for WSIS+20 Implementation appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society Elections Committee is pleased to announce the final results of the 2026 elections and the IETF selections for the Board of Trustees.   The post Final Results of the 2026 Internet Society Board of Trustees Elections and IETF Selections appeared first on Internet Society.

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of their activities in March. The post Community Snapshot—March appeared first on Internet Society.

As DNS blocking mandates multiply, so do concerns about security, the openness of the Internet, and fragmentation. The post DNS Blocking: Mind the Unintended Consequences appeared first on Internet Society.

The community-centered connectivity model can help advance connectivity efforts in Indigenous communities across the US and beyond. The post Digital Inclusion and Indigenous Connectivity appeared first on Internet Society.

The United States Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in Cox v. Sony confirms that ISPs cannot be forced to monitor and disconnect people from the Internet for online piracy allegations. The post US Supreme Court Unanimously Defends Internet Access for Millions  appeared first on Internet Society.

A permanent WTO commitment to not impose customs duties on electronic transmissions would help keep the Internet open and global, support local economic development, and leave the door open for newer and more innovative forms of digital trade. The post Keeping the Internet Open for Business  appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society Kyrgyzstan Chapter is bringing connectivity to remote areas, enabling continuous data collection to keep communities safe. The post Connecting Remote Glaciers to Protect Communities in Kyrgyzstan appeared first on Internet Society.

The NDSS Symposium 2026 hit the sweet spot in terms of substance, energy, and weather. But ultimately, the presenters made this such an outstanding year. The post The NDSS Symposium 2026 Had a New Vibe—But Why? appeared first on Internet Society.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the Women Who Connect—members of the Internet Society community who are driving a more inclusive Internet. The post Women Who Connect: Celebrating Six Women Championing the Internet  appeared first on Internet Society.

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of their activities in February. The post Community Snapshot—February appeared first on Internet Society.

Our Community Workshops are immersive capacity-building experiences designed to strengthen our community and support our Internet champions on the ground. The post Cultivating Future Internet Advocates and Leaders: The Internet Society Community Advocacy Fellowship appeared first on Internet Society.

Connectivity is essential, but not enough. Everyone deserves a safe Internet. Today, we are excited to share our Safer Internet Initiative, a project designed to protect people online. The post Safer Internet Initiative appeared first on Internet Society.