Internet Society News

Connectivity is essential, but not enough. Everyone deserves a safe Internet. Today, we are excited to share our Safer Internet Initiative, a project designed to protect people online. The post Safer Internet Initiative appeared first on Internet Society.

This month marks the 30th anniversary of Section 230, a piece of US law that allows online platforms to moderate content in ways that best serve their users. The post 30 Years of Section 230: Why We Still Need It for a Safer Internet  appeared first on Internet Society.

Spectrum is one of the most essential—yet least visible—parts of the Internet ecosystem. It’s the foundation that enables billions of people and devices to connect wirelessly, across vast distances and diverse environments. The post Spectrum: The Natural Resource That Makes Wireless Connectivity Work appeared first on Internet Society.

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of their activities in January. The post Community Snapshot—January appeared first on Internet Society.

A critical look at the first draft of the Digital Networks Act, examining what it says, the assumptions it reflects, and what it may enable over time. The post “Fair Share” and the Digital Networks Act (DNA): Three Concerns  appeared first on Internet Society.

As MENA continues its rapid technological development, governments must shape digital policies that support innovation, investment, and an open Internet. The post Navigating Data Governance, Privacy, Intermediary Liability, and Encryption in the Rapidly Digitalizing MENA  appeared first on Internet Society.

In September 2025, the Internet Society organized its first-ever Africa Cybersecurity (Encryption) Advocacy Workshop in Windhoek, Namibia, held alongside the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa. The post Encryption Making Africa Safer: Internet Society Hosts Encryption Advocacy Workshop for African Civil Society appeared first on Internet Society.

The outcome document of the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS)+20 review reaffirms a commitment to the conditions that have enabled the Internet to thrive. The post WSIS+20 Reaffirms Multistakeholder Governance and a Lasting IGF appeared first on Internet Society.

While often well-intentioned, age check requirements pose significant risks to people’s privacy, security, and access to an open Internet. The post Online Age Restrictions Need Strong Rules and Independent Oversight  appeared first on Internet Society.

Connectivity in Uganda’s Rhino Camp Refugee Settlement is unreliable and expensive, limiting access to education, healthcare, and employment. We partnered with CETA to train residents on bringing connectivity to their community and the skills necessary to build and use the Internet. The post Learning to Build and Use the Internet in Rhino Refugee Camp appeared first on Internet Society.

If you include the best expertise from across disciplines and regions in the decision-making process, you can solve hard problems. Hear from our president and CEO, Sally Wentworth, on why it’s critical that countries reaffirm their support for the multistakeholder model of Internet governance. The post Why the UN’s Next Decision on Internet Governance Matters for Everyone  appeared first on Internet Society.

The latest International Telecommunication Union connectivity statistics remind us how much progress we've made and how far we still have to go. The post Moving the Needle on Universal and Meaningful Access  appeared first on Internet Society.

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of the things they achieved in November The post Community Snapshot—November appeared first on Internet Society.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities reminds us that our vision of an Internet for everyone can only become reality when we actively work to remove barriers that exclude people with disabilities from full participation online.  The post Building an Internet for Everyone: Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities  appeared first on Internet Society.

Our global chapters work to keep the Internet a force for good. This brief overview covers just some of the things they achieved in October The post Community Snapshot—October appeared first on Internet Society.

We are proud to announce David Clark as the winner of the 2025 Jonathan B. Postel Service Award! This award recognizes his decades of leadership in developing the Internet’s technical community and core Internet architecture. The post 2025 Postel Awardee David Clark, an Architect and Implementer of the Internet appeared first on Internet Society.

Designed for general audiences, the Internet Policy Glossary makes 75 key Internet policy terms accessible in English, French, and Spanish, framing complex jargon into plain, practical language.   The post Making Internet Policy Make Sense—Your Multilingual Guide to the Internet  appeared first on Internet Society.

India's rapid digitalization has been remarkable. But connectivity and processes alone do not guarantee capability. The digital divide today is not just about who is online; it's about who can navigate, trust, and benefit from being online.  The post From Connectivity to Capability: Rethinking the Digital Divide  appeared first on Internet Society.

By working together, as a global society, we can amplify our impact and advance a more inclusive and resilient Internet for everyone. The post Working Together for an Accessible and Safe Internet appeared first on Internet Society.

The Internet is for everyone. But for that to be a reality, we need more than to connect the unconnected: we need to make access meaningful.  The post What Is Meaningful Connectivity? appeared first on Internet Society.