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Age assurance proposals raise questions on how these systems would work in practice, and if they would protect minors without creating new risks to privacy, security, and access. The post The EU KIDS Act Should Make Services Safer, Not Create an Internet Badge appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society community works locally, regionally, and globally to keep the Internet a force for good: open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy. The post Community Snapshot—September appeared first on Internet Society.

Even narrow policy and commercial choices can have ripple effects that shape what people can access, how information moves, and who gets to participate online. The post Why Internet Infrastructure Decisions Rarely Stay Localized appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society is pleased to announce the official launch of the Online Trust and Safety Hub. The site shares tools and resources for staying safe online. The post A Safer Internet Starts with Taking Action: Introducing the Online Trust and Safety Hub appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society Fellowship Program brings together training, dedicated mentorship, project funding, event attendance, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to help fellows address Internet challenges in their communities. The post Introducing a New Chapter for the Internet Society Fellowship Program appeared first on Internet Society.

Learn how the Internet Society, Gates Foundation, and partners are helping billions access AI in their own language. The post Closing AI’s Language Gap: Why the Internet Society Is Joining a Global Commitment appeared first on Internet Society.

When commercial Internet providers declined to serve the Colville Reservation in Washington, United States, the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation decided to build their own network. By connecting tribal offices, schools, and community centers, they strengthened the infrastructure the community relies on daily. A recent study examines what changed after the network went live The post What Happens When a Community Wires Itself: Lessons from Colville on the Power of Indigenous-Led Connectivity appeared first on Internet Society.

In 2024, the Internet Society Brazil Chapter launched CodificaKids, a hands-on digital safety workshop for young people. The post From Curiosity to Confidence: CodificaKids Builds Digital Trust in Rural Brazil appeared first on Internet Society.

Our community works locally, regionally, and globally to keep the Internet a force for good. We are highlighting a couple of their initiatives from August. The post Community Snapshot—August appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society Rwanda Chapter launched a two-day Digital Parenting and Online Safety training program in Karongi. The post Empowering Parents in Rwanda Through Digital Literacy Training appeared first on Internet Society.

We are advancing a connected set of efforts to strengthen online safety and security for people and communities worldwide. The post Advancing the Safer Internet Initiative for Everyone appeared first on Internet Society.

On International Youth Day, we highlight young leaders within our community who are using the Internet for opportunity, inclusion, and positive change. The post Youth in Action: Contributing to a More Connected and Inclusive Digital Future appeared first on Internet Society.

Community-led Internet initiatives are empowering Indigenous communities worldwide through meaningful connectivity, digital inclusion, and self-determined digital futures. The post Advancing a Connected Future for Indigenous Communities appeared first on Internet Society.

Amged B. Shwedhy, an Internet Society alumnus, has helped bring Internet governance discussions to Libya. The post How One Alum Helped Build a Community of Internet Leaders appeared first on Internet Society.

We celebrate five years of Tribal Broadband Bootcamps, which have given Indigenous people hands-on training in community networks. The post The Tribal Broadband Bootcamps Celebrate Their Five-Year Anniversary appeared first on Internet Society.

Get to know Brian Haberman, the newest chair of the Internet Society Board of Trustees. The post Adaptability and Resilience: Q&A with New Board Chair Brian Haberman appeared first on Internet Society.

Around the world, our community works to keep the Internet a force for good. We are highlighting just a few of their initiatives from July. The post Community Snapshot—July appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet Society has filed a statement of intervention before the Regional Administrative Court of Lazio supporting Netflix’s appeal against Italy’s Resolution 207. The post Defending the Open Internet: Why Italy’s Content Delivery Network Decision Matters appeared first on Internet Society.

Ted Hardie, chair of our Board of Trustees, spoke to Internet Society and Foundation staff on 14 May 2026. After many years of excellent service, Ted’s time on the board will conclude on 25 July 2026. The post Carrying the Light of the Internet Forward: A Farewell Message from Board Chair Ted Hardie appeared first on Internet Society.

Around the world, our community works to keep the Internet a force for good. We are highlighting just a few of their incredible initiatives from June. The post Community Snapshot—June appeared first on Internet Society.