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.

Staying Connected in a Changing World

As the world is shifting, we need the Internet more than ever.

Yet, billions of people must navigate these changes without trusted, reliable access. How can we make sure everyone can use the Internet? Learn what the Internet Society is doing to help ensure no one is left behind.

Read Our Impact Report 2021

Key Technologies Help the Internet Thrive

The Internet’s scalability, security, trust, and availability rely on key technologies like TLS1.3, HTTP/3, IPv6, and DNSSEC.
Follow their global use and deployment levels at Internet Society Pulse.

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Introducing Our Alumni Network

Where talented, passionate Internet champions can learn, advocate, and share exciting career opportunities.
When you graduate from one of our leadership, policy, or technical programs, your journey doesn’t have to end there. You can join a network of Internet champions. Grow your connections with our brand new Alumni Network!

Exploring Digital Sovereignty

The Internet is borderless by design. It’s one of its strengths.
But many countries are taking steps to control how the Internet works within their borders—and it could impact how it operates and its usefulness to the global community. The Internet Society is exploring the potential consequences of digital sovereignty for the open, secure, trustworthy, and globally connected Internet. Join the conversation!

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The Internet Society offered me a transformative journey of education, networking, and empowerment in the Internet and technology governance sphere. This short-term journey has shaped my entire career. I’ve gone from being a researcher on Internet governance and digital rights issues to a lifelong global activist for Internet Inclusion, digital literacy, and bridging the digital divide.
Nojus Saad
Internet Governance Forum Youth Ambassador

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