Activities & Discussions - Internet Society UK

Many ISOC UK England participants are deeply involved in the development of Internet governance, management and Standards from both technical and policy perspectives. The best way to engage with activities is to join our mailing lists.

Mailing Lists

Our main interactive discussion forum today is the policy email list which is open to all our participants.

The chapter currently has three main mailing lists archives and links available here.

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Univerities discussion list

Open Trust discussion list

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Chapter posts by category

The chapter announces information, news and its own or shared events via our News page.

Here is a brief summary of some recent topic organised information.

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ISOC News

Internet Trust: Why We Need It and How to Achieve It
Trust in the Internet is crucial, but it has fluctuated. Let’s dive into Internet trust, what makes a trustworthy Internet, and why people should care. The post Internet Trust: Why We Need It and How to Achieve It appeared first on Internet Society.
The Open Fibre Data Standard
The Open Fibre Data Standard (OFDS) is an open data, open standards initiative supported by the Internet Society. The post The Open Fibre Data Standard appeared first on Internet Society.
Local Businesses Benefit from Burkina Faso’s Internet Development
The Burkina Faso Internet Exchange (BFIX) is helping to keep Internet traffic local and build the country's Internet resilience. The post Local Businesses Benefit from Burkina Faso’s Internet Development appeared first on Internet Society.
Article 19 of the Marco Civil – Guarantee or Threat to the Future of the Brazilian Internet?
Editor’s note: This post was originally published on 6 April 2025 in JOTA Jornalismo. It has been translated from Portuguese below. The regulation of digital platforms has become one of Brazil’s most pressing issues, encompassing topics from fake news to political debates. While regulation has been at the center of public debate for years, it The post Article 19 of the Marco Civil – Guarantee or Threat to the Future of the Brazilian Internet? appeared first on Internet Society.
Community Snapshot—March
Here's a look at everything the Internet Society chapters accomplished in the month of March 2025. The post Community Snapshot—March appeared first on Internet Society.
All About Peering: What It Is, How It’s Done, and Why We Need It
Peering is a fundamental part of how the Internet works. It allows networks to exchange traffic directly, reducing reliance on intermediaries. This improves performance, lowers costs, and increases network resilience. The post All About Peering: What It Is, How It’s Done, and Why We Need It appeared first on Internet Society.
A New Internet Era for the Philippines
In the Philippines, connectivity legislation called Konektadong Pinoy is nearing passage and poised to bring Internet connectivity to rural communities. The post A New Internet Era for the Philippines appeared first on Internet Society.
Community Snapshot—February
Here's a look at everything the Internet Society chapters accomplished in the month of February 2025. The post Community Snapshot—February appeared first on Internet Society.
How the South Sudan Chapter Mobilized to Keep the Internet On
On 22 January 2025, the National Communications Authority of the Republic of South Sudan instructed Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the country to begin blocking TikTok and Facebook for a minimum of 30 days, with the potential to extend this up to 90 days. The justification was to prevent the further distribution of graphic content The post How the South Sudan Chapter Mobilized to Keep the Internet On appeared first on Internet Society.
Advancing the WSIS Vision Together
As we approach WSIS+20, it's time to reaffirm our commitment to a people-centric, inclusive, and development-oriented information society. The post Advancing the WSIS Vision Together appeared first on Internet Society.