Community Forum
Join us for our first all members forum of 2016.
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See the Difference You Can Make

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Beyond the Net

Apply for a Beyond the Net the net grant and make the most of the opportunity the Internet can bring.
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Become a Volunteer

Become a member of the Internet Society and get access to learning and leadership opportunities virtually or where you live.
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Global Goals

The world just made one of the biggest promises to itself ever and you have the power to make sure your leaders keep it.

Events

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ISOC Q1 Community Forum 2016

Wednesday, 27 January 2016
See you on the Internet! 

Fund your idea: Beyond the Net information

Got a big idea to help fight inequality, boost education, tackle extreme poverty, and help kids stay in school? Tell us.
28 January, various times.

INET-Internet of Things Conference

The San Francisco Bay Area ISOC Chapter invites you to the INET Conference on the Internet of Things.
18 February, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

News

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The Internet Society Partners with Network Operators Group to Boost Technology Training in Africa

21 January 2016

Internet Society signs agreement with the African Network Operators Group (AfNOG) to support an improved offering of network technology training programs in Africa.

The Internet Society Pledges Support to African Research and Education Networks

14 January 2016

As part of a new agreement with the West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN), the Internet Society pledges support to activities targeting African Research and Education Networks.

Internet Stakeholders Urge the United Nations to Safeguard Key Principles for the Future of the Internet

24 November 2015

Multiple organizations sign statement; support calls for open processes at pivotal U.N. meeting

Featured

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Local work
Find Out How to Apply for up to $30K To Make Your Big Dream a Reality
Would $30K help turn your amazing idea into a reality? We are having an information session for Beyond the Net on 28 January so you can find out how to make that happen.
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Education
Transforming Education
Africa’s development depends on how well it can provide quality education and we are excited to support the African Research and Education Networks’.
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ISOC
ISOC: 2015 In Numbers
A look back at an amazing year!
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Internet Changes Everything
That First Message
Mobile Internet is a part of everyday life for most people but when everyday life gets upended, it becomes a lifeline.
Business
It Starts With A Handshake
Internet access in many parts of Africa is far from perfect or even nonexistent. To help, Internet providers across Africa are taking a non-traditional approach boosting their bottom line: they're working with each other.
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Policy
The WSIS+10 Outcome Document, some initial thoughts
The final outcome document of the WSIS +10 Review was released late last night. Here are some initial impressions.