Community News and Opportunities

Whether you want to stay informed or take action, this page will help you stay connected with what’s happening in the Internet Society community around the world. You’ll find the latest news, important announcements, and opportunities to get involved and make an impact.

Community Advocacy Fellowship Workshop Held in Rwanda

24 Fellows from 20 African countries met in Kigali for the Internet Society Advocacy Fellowship, building skills in security, policy, and impactful community action.

Community in Action—August

Our global community works to keep the Internet a force for good. Here is an overview of some of their activities over the last few weeks.

Community Snapshot—August

Our community works locally, regionally, and globally to keep the Internet a force for good. We are highlighting a couple of their initiatives from August.

Improving Connectivity: CCC Bootcamp Held in the Philippines

The first Internet Society CCC Bootcamp in Asia-Pacific took place in the Philippines, empowering communities with connectivity skills and supported by new licensing reforms.

Advocacy: UK Government Confirms It Will Not Restrict VPNs

The Internet Society is celebrating a significant advocacy win in the United Kingdom, where the government has confirmed that it does not plan to ban or age-gate virtual private networks

India’s Toda Community Builds Technical Skills

The Internet Society empowers Indigenous communities with training to build sustainable connectivity, local skills, and inclusive digital futures.

Community in Action—July

Our global community works to keep the Internet a force for good. Here is an overview of some of their activities over the last few weeks.

Community Snapshot—July

Around the world, our community works to keep the Internet a force for good. We are highlighting just a few of their initiatives from July.

Alumni in Action — July 2026

In July 2026, Internet Society alumni advanced digital rights, AI security, connectivity, and governance worldwide through fellowships and community programs.