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We believe in a world where the Internet means opportunity. We care about its future.

Together with our global community we extend the Internet’s reach and protect its long-term well-being.

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We help grow the Internet.

Nearly half the world’s population isn’t connected. We are committed to closing the digital divide by bringing together the people and technology needed to give everyone the access they want.

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We make the Internet stronger.

We advocate for a secure, trusted and more resilient Internet. We defend the Internet from those who could make it less secure, less resilient, and less open.

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We shape the Internet of the future.

We are a global movement that champions an Internet of hope, opportunity, and celebrates humanity. But Internet access is no longer a luxury. It is a virtual lifeline. Be part of the solution.

Why the World Must Resist Calls to Undermine the Internet

The idea of unplugging a country is as wrong when people want to do it to another country as it is when governments want to do it to their own.

The Internet remains our best hope to communicate across the world. It won’t end wars or invasions, but it is a great tool for humans to use against their oppressors. This is one of the many reasons why we must resist calls to cut people off from the Internet in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, no matter how tempting.

Why the Internet is For Everyone

Mid Career Fellowship

Are you an Internet leader looking to widen your network and blaze the trail for Internet’s future?
Our Mid Career Fellowship offers access to world-class educational institutions, giving you the tools you need to succeed. Connect with and learn from a global network of Internet leaders.

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NDSS Symposium 2022

The Network and Distributed System Security Symposium takes place on 24-28 April.
It will bring together academics, industry researchers, and security practitioners to discuss how to make the Internet more secure. Read more about the event.

Internet Impact Assessment Toolkit

In just a few decades, the Internet has improved the quality of life for billions of people.
The Internet Impact Assessment Toolkit shows us how we can defend the foundation that makes the Internet work for everyone.

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Read Our Blog

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Self-determination means a lot of different things. Access to the Internet allows us the freedom to find the solutions we need to ensure a prosperous and just future for our people. The community network project is very important to helping us achieve our goal of total independence. We’re not only thrilled about the network, but that we had a team of experts supporting us all the way.
Brandon Makawa’awa’a
Deputy Head of State, Nation of Hawai’i, Internet Society US Hawaii Chapter member and Indigenous Connectivity Summit participant

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Image copyrights:
Leading image: © Nyani Quarmyne, We help grow the Internet: © Chris Gregory, We make the Internet stronger: © Nyani Quarmyne, We shape the Internet of the future: © Atul Loke, Learn with Us: © Elyse Butler, Read our blog: © Frederic Courbet, Testimonial: © Elyse Butler, Calls to action: © Nyani Quarmyne