Internet Society

We’re a global charity working with our passionate community to connect the unconnected and advocate for a trusted Internet. Because the #InternetIsForEveryone.

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Our Mongolia Chapter (@IsocMongol2o25) is supporting improved connectivity in schools through a powerful train-the-trainers model.

This effort began in April 2026, equipping teachers and chapter members with the skills to design, deploy, and maintain reliable school networks while also strengthening their ability to train others in their communities.

The 30 trained participants will each support new cohorts of teachers throughout the year, expanding the program’s reach across the education system. This initiative, which we support, helps build long-term capacity to sustain school connectivity.🌐

[Internet Society Foundation @ISOC_Foundation]

❗Save the Date
👉Common Good Cyber Fund: Applications Open on 23 June 2026

🔗 Learn what the CGCF grant program supports, who can apply, and how to prepare for the open call: https://t.co/wqMSLPPjEV

#CommonGoodCyberFund #Cybersecurity #DigitalSecurity #InternetSociety

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Our Internet Society community—from staff to alumni to board members and beyond—stayed busy at #ICANN86 this past week in Seville, Spain!🇪🇸

We’re always excited to have an opportunity to come together, deepen our connection with the Internet technical community, and engage with stakeholders across spheres. Thanks to everyone who chatted with us!🙂

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

We are proud to share that four videos highlighting the incredible work of our global community have won Viddy Awards this year! 👏 

The @ViddyAwards are an international competition that recognizes excellence in video creation, production, and delivery. Our videos celebrate efforts to connect the unconnected, harness the Internet as a force for good, and change lives for the better. 

Congratulations to everyone involved in these initiatives. Watch all of the award-winning videos ⬇️ https://t.co/1NjoTZnOWy

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

An Internet exchange point (IXP) can only be truly successful if it is sustainable, actively managed, and continuously evolving. In other words, if it’s not a zombie.

Zombie IXPs run on autopilot, with little planning, investment, or new peers. But they don’t all look the same, and can emerge from different governance models and challenges.

Hear from Russell Bean, our IXP development expert, on some of the most common types of zombie IXPs, their symptoms, and how to treat them ⬇️ https://t.co/oF6DSh8JDR

[Internet Society Pulse @isoc_pulse]

A Circular Letter issued by the Indonesian Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs in September 2024 has led to a 11% increase in #IPv6 adoption in the world's 4th-most populous country, from 15% to 26% https://t.co/TFqudwHlrv #IPv6week2026

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Many content providers are moving away from working with local Internet exchange points (IXPs) and are instead making agreements with larger Internet service providers, which become virtual peering partners.

This shift towards virtual peering erodes local infrastructure, creates international dependencies, reduces Internet resilience, and encourages monopolies.

Learn more ⬇️ https://t.co/hIwLKp3PY3

[Internet Society Foundation @ISOC_Foundation]

🔐 Cybersecurity is a public good, but who protects the protectors?

🛜 Every day, journalists, human rights defenders, NGOs, and activists face sophisticated digital attacks.

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Many of us in the Internet community are mourning the loss of Alan Barrett. For more than three decades, Alan played a foundational role in shaping the Internet in Africa and beyond.

He helped establish the first connection to universities in South Africa, co-founded the country’s first commercial Internet service provider, became one of the key architects behind AFRINIC, and participated in various groups, councils, and boards.

But beyond the titles and accomplishments, many will remember Alan for the thoughtful, reliable, and dedicated person he was. Rest in peace. https://t.co/9uL3bglxoM

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Community-centered connectivity is one of the most effective approaches for bringing the world’s hardest-to-connect areas online.

Uganda’s Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement has put this model to practice, with two fully operational, community-owned digital hubs now serving 4,500 people in a region with limited grid power, high connectivity costs, and uneven digital access.

Read more: https://t.co/sRZXJs3wm4

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

When Internet exchange points (#IXPs) keep traffic local, costs fall while speed and reliability increase.

In 40 out of 50 countries we analyzed, the share of income needed to afford basic mobile broadband fell by more than 10% after receiving a grant from the @ISOC_Foundation for IXP development or local peering ecosystem support. In several countries, the improvement is far larger—well above 50%—suggesting substantial shifts in affordability over time.

Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/7zxdcGdasm

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

Whether by design or by accident, Internet policies can make it harder for people to connect or have a safe online experience. These policies put the Internet’s core principles—openness, decentralization, and interoperability—at risk.

Our community helps combat threats to the Internet by advocating for favorable Internet policies at local, regional, and international levels.

[Coalition on Digital Impact (CODI) @CODI_global]

Happy 1 year of CODI! 🎉

In just one year, we’ve helped elevate critical conversations around digital equity and multilingualism online with the help of our members, partners, and advocates.

Check out more about CODI’s first year: https://t.co/McFEkABRdQ

#internet4all #CODI

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

There is no clear global consensus on how to report fiber data, and we need one. It would make it easier to plan and implement infrastructure, ultimately bringing more people online.

That’s why we’re supporting the Open Fibre Data Standard (OFDS), which describes what data to publish about fiber optic networks and how to structure and format that data, using a set of common concepts and definitions.

Read more about the OFDS, why standards matter, multistakeholder governance, and more ⬇️ https://t.co/XYbGRslG1V

[Internet Society Foundation @ISOC_Foundation]

❗Last week to apply!
👉 Applications for the 2026 Research Grant Program close on 22 May.

If you’re a researcher, don’t miss this opportunity to develop actionable research.

🔗 Apply now: https://t.co/4CMh9KNYzj

#Research #Grants #Internet #InternetForEveryone

[Internet Society Foundation @ISOC_Foundation]

❗Reminder: Don’t miss our upcoming webinar on the Common Good Cyber Fund!

👉Join us on 20 May at 14:00 UTC
🔗Register here: https://t.co/bLH8WABi0n
[English, live interpretation in French and Spanish]

#CommonGoodCyberFund #Cybersecurity #DigitalSecurity #InternetSociety

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

People everywhere deserve an Internet experience that is safe, secure, and protects them online.

In 2025, we prioritized targeted grants, training, and advocacy to amplify the knowledge and resources of our global community, enabling people and communities to navigate the Internet safely.

[Internet Society @internetsociety]

It’s not enough to just get everyone online—people need to be able to take full advantage of their access.

That’s why, in Africa, where the connectivity discussion has traditionally focused on coverage, there’s a recent shift toward making access growth meaningful.

Read more about the importance of community-centered connectivity, how policy can enable positive change, and Kenya’s path to meaningful connectivity ⬇️ https://t.co/m8c3wdZ1IV