Our Global Reach

The Internet is a global resource, but regional and local needs often vary depending on the location. We work with our community worldwide to think globally and act locally, ensuring we’re all working toward an Internet for everyone.

After Nearly a Decade, Bolivia’s IXP Gets a Boost

After several years of stagnation, Bolivia’s Internet Exchange Point (IXP), PIT Bolivia, now doubles its exchanged traffic every six months …

RedINC Community Network

RedINC Community Network RedINC community network (short for Indigenous, Black, and Peasants Network in Spanish) serves nearly 50 households living …

Addressing Historic Inequalities in Brazil—through Community Networks

Find out how Brazil’s marginalized communities have created community networks to connect to the world and to each other …

Championing the Internet Way of Networking in Latin America

The Internet has radically transformed our lives for the better, and the year 2020 has shown us it will play …

2020 Latin America Chapter Workshop: Celebrating Successes and Mobilizing for an Internet of Opportunity

Our global community of Chapters is vibrant. Chapter members implement projects, share ideas, and take actions that help bring the …

Community Networks: Improving Connectivity for All in Haiti

The COVID-19 pandemic reminds us of the historic transition brought about by the Internet. Its place is real in our …

2020 European Chapters Meeting

The 2020 European Workshop was held 5-7 October and included the Internet Society 2020-21 projects of Encryption, Community Networks, and …

2020 Latin America Chapters Meeting

Our Internet Society community shapes not only the future of the Internet, but how we as a global society help …

Think global. Act local.

Chapters bring together members to run programs and activities dedicated to making a difference locally, informing policy, and educating the public about Internet-related issues.

Think global. Act local.

Three women smile and stand together at the Mali Chapter DDCN graduation

Chapters are central to our work, bringing together members to run programs and activities dedicated to making a difference locally, informing policy, and educating the public about Internet-related issues.