Special Interest Groups
and Standing Groups

Unite with like-minded people on the issues that inspire you. Wherever you are in the world.

Committed to making the Internet more accessible? Excited about technology and how it can change the world? Want to share your expertise and learn from your peers?

Connect with other members over the topics you’re passionate about —topics chosen by the Internet Society community!

SIG Topic Selection Process

SIG Topic Selection Process

Our SIG topics are proposed and selected by Internet Society members every two years. Each SIG is active for a two-year cycle and may then continue for additional cycles depending on whether it is selected for the upcoming cycle during the SIG topic voting process. The following SIGs are no longer active, but Internet Society members can still take part in discussions around the topics via the Community Groups in the Internet Society membership portal:

Impact Stories

Impact Stories

Learn how special interest groups and standing groups are making a difference and shaping tomorrow’s Internet.

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Community Snapshot—May

Our global chapters and special interest groups work to keep the Internet a force for good. Each month, we provide …
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Encryption Under Threat: The UK’s Backdoor Mandate and Its Impact on Online Safety

Encryption is an essential component of a safe and trustworthy Internet. Weakening it not only undermines personal privacy but also …
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Community Snapshot—April

Around the world, the Internet Society’s 130 chapters work locally, regionally, and globally to keep the Internet a force for …
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Community Snapshot—March

Here’s a look at everything the Internet Society chapters accomplished in the month of March 2025 …
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Community Snapshot—February

Here’s a look at everything the Internet Society chapters accomplished in the month of February 2025 …
The Internet Society Morocco Chapter celebrates their 30th anniversary

Community Snapshot—January

The Internet Society community works tirelessly to defend the Internet locally, regionally, and globally. Here’s a brief snapshot of what’s …

Get Involved

Get Involved

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Get Involved

Seize the day! Contribute to an even better Internet.

Join a Special Interest Group Today

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