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ITU Plenipot underway – opens PP-14 documents to the public

cdel / October 21, 2014

Issues Matrix as itemised by ISOC for ITU can be downloaded in PDF format

Sally Wentworth of ISOC writes from Busan,

The Plenipot is just getting going and we’re still mostly in the ceremonial stage (plus lots of campaigning for elected positions).

One thing that did happen yesterday was that the ITU members agreed to make PP-14 documents available to the public. This means that you do not need a TIES password to access the input or output documents. We added document numbers to our matrix of proposals so hopefully that helps you identify where the main Internet issues live.… Read more ...

Events, News, Policy

NetMundial

cdel / April 21, 2014

The two-day NetMundial conference starts on Wednesday. Olivier Crepin-Leblond, & Desiree Miloshevic and several members are attending. Please make yourselves known to each other and post any comments or requests for input to our Policy list.

The agenda for the meeting can be found here and a draft outcome document can be viewed here. Comments can be provided (until tomorrow April 21st), and several organisations, such as ISOC, are submitting feedback. Much of the discussion is on high-level topics, such as principles and roadmaps for Internet Governance.… Read more ...

Events, News, Policy

“Parliament meets Internet. Surveillance, the digital economy & the Open Internet.”

cdel / March 6, 2014

The ISOC UK England chapter held a debate in Parliament on 4th March in the Grimond Room Portcullis House, Parliament

Three senior politicians Conservative, Labour and Liberal and renowned experts in Internet Standards, Technologies, Policy and Institutional development debated the need for oversight and new approaches to managing surveillance of the Intenet for the UK in the mother of Parliaments at Westminster.

For the video please see Parliament meets the Internet

a Firsthand event

Events, News, Project

IPv6 Matrix new site previewed

cdel / January 29, 2014

Dr. Tim Chown previewed the chapter’s new IPv6matrix.org website at the recent UKNOF meeting on 21st January in Manchester.

The video of his presentation
The slides
The full UKNOF agenda

The IPv6 Matrix project is linked here.

Full News Release below

The chapter unveiled the new IPv6 Matrix information resource for researchers to UK network operators at UKNOF27 in Manchester on 21st January.

Dr. Tim Chown of University of Southampton unveiled the new website to the UK network operators at the meeting.… Read more ...

News, Policy

.uk Second Level Domain Registrations – two.

cdel / September 24, 2013

The English Chapter of the Internet Society (www.internetsociety.org.uk) thanks the members, board and staff of Nominet UK for the invitation to comment again on their important proposal for substantial changes to the management of the UK domain name system known as Second Level Domain Registration or direct.uk.

Nominet has issued a second proposal within a year on opening up
registrations directly under .uk. The ISOC UK England chapter responded in January recommending that direct .uk registrations should not proceed at this time.… Read more ...

News

UK Internet Governance Forum to meet 10th September London

cdel / July 30, 2013

Registration is now open for the 2013 UK Internet Governance Forum. It is to be held in London on Tuesday 10th September.

Minister for Culture, Communications and Creative Industries, Ed Vaizey MP is already confirmed as a keynote speaker. Other leading commentators from politics, academia, civil society and industry will also contribute to the debate and help to influence the next global Internet Governance Forum. The Childnet IGF Youth delegation will also bring the views of younger users to the discussions.… Read more ...

ISOC Live events

SELECTED WEBCASTS – APRICOT 2025 Conference
From 24th to 26th February 2025, the Malaysia Network Operators Group (MyNOG) hosts the APRICOT 2025 conference in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, as part of a wider nine-day summit consists of seminars, technical training, tutorials, conference sessions, birds-of-a-feather (BOFs), and … The post SELECTED WEBCASTS – APRICOT 2025 Conference appeared first on ISOC LIVE NOTICEBOARD.
WEBCAST FEV 20 – Webinaire : L’impact du Mobile Money sur le développement au Cameroun
Le 20 février 2025, de 13h00 à 14h30 WAT (12:00-13:30 UTC) La Société Informatique du Cameroun (CmrCS) sous le patronage du Ministère de l’Enseignement Supérieur (MINESUP) présente un webinaire « L’impact du Mobile Money sur le développement au Cameroun… The post WEBCAST FEV 20 – Webinaire : L’impact du Mobile Money sur le développement au Cameroun appeared first on ISOC LIVE NOTICEBOARD.
VIDEO – ISOC Cameroon – « Comment être parent à l’ère de l’internet au Cameroun? »
Le 19 février 2025, l’ Internet Society Cameroon Chapter a présenté un webinaire « Comment être parent à l’ère de l’internet au Cameroun? ». C’est la présentation principale de Marie Noëlle Oli Bilias. YOUTUBE | FR TXT | … The post VIDEO – ISOC Cameroon – « Comment être parent à l’ère de l’internet au Cameroun? » appeared first on ISOC LIVE NOTICEBOARD.
WEBCAST 27 FEB – ISOC Switzerland Public Policy Sessions 2025
On Thursday, 27 February, 2025 at 15:15-18:00 CET (14:15-17:00 UTC) the Internet Society Switzerland Chapter (ISOC CH) hosts a public event ‘Public Policy Sessions 2025‘ at the Switzerland Innovation Park in Biel/Bienne. PROGRAMME https://www.isoc.ch/events/public-policy-session-2025/ (All times CET = … The post WEBCAST 27 FEB – ISOC Switzerland Public Policy Sessions 2025 appeared first on ISOC LIVE NOTICEBOARD.

ISOC News

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 been happening over the last month around the world. The post Community Snapshot—January appeared first on Internet Society.
From Cyber Café to Digital Revolution: The Story of Joseph Bishi and Murambinda’s Community Network
Joseph Bishi started with a small cyber café in Murambinda in 2003. He grew his vision into transformative community network projects that empower rural communities. The post From Cyber Café to Digital Revolution: The Story of Joseph Bishi and Murambinda’s Community Network appeared first on Internet Society.
Fostering Digital Literacy in Nicaragua
In August 2024, the Internet Society Nicaragua Chapter bridged the digital divide in the small community of Reparto La Virgen Nueva. The post Fostering Digital Literacy in Nicaragua appeared first on Internet Society.
Connection for a Cause: One Woman’s Journey of Digital Empowerment
Growing up in a small village in Murang’a County, Kenya, Ruth Njeri had nearly no access to the digital world. Today, she is the lead engineer of the Tanda Community Network in Kibera. The post Connection for a Cause: One Woman’s Journey of Digital Empowerment appeared first on Internet Society.
Today’s US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity
The United States government is taking a major leap forward for cybersecurity. The newly released Executive Order on Strengthening and Promoting Innovation in the Nation’s Cybersecurity calls on the US government to improve the security of its own systems. The post Today’s US Executive Order is a Serious Win for Cybersecurity appeared first on Internet Society.
Understanding and Identifying Scams: Digitally Empowering Older Adults in Mexico
There is a generational digital divide, with older adults often lacking the training to use digital tools safely.To help combat this divide, our Mexico chapter organized a series of short courses to help older adults build knowledge, skills, and confidence. The post Understanding and Identifying Scams: Digitally Empowering Older Adults in Mexico appeared first on Internet Society.
The Global Impact of a US TikTok Ban
A potential TikTok ban is on the horizon as the United States Supreme Court considers an important decision this week. This case has implications that extend beyond the US and a single app. It affects the security and livelihoods of millions and raises concerns about the future of a free and open Internet. This action The post The Global Impact of a US TikTok Ban appeared first on Internet Society.
Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future, IGF 2024
Ahead of the 2024 Internet Governance Forum (IGF), we recognize the importance of the multistakeholder approach to Internet governance and including all relevant voices in the discussion. The post Building Our Multistakeholder Digital Future, IGF 2024 appeared first on Internet Society.
Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety
Encryption is a tool that ensures privacy for all online users, including children. In our panel, we heard from online safety around the globe. The post Global Encryption Day Panel Highlights Encryption’s Role in Children’s Online Safety appeared first on Internet Society.
Unpacking Internet Governance and Our Work in the United Nations
Dive into Internet governance, our work in the United Nations, and multistakeholderism in this Q&A with Mona Gaballa and Israel Rosas. The post Unpacking Internet Governance and Our Work in the United Nations appeared first on Internet Society.