Community News and Opportunities
Stay up to date with the latest community updates and opportunities to take action.
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.
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 Tonda 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.
Take Action: Help Shape the Internet’s Future at ITU PP-26
Together, we can help shape the conversations that will influence the future of the Internet for years to come.
Diplomatic Briefing at UN – Cybersecurity
The Internet Society co‑hosted a UN briefing on collaborative security, highlighting multistakeholder approaches to global cybersecurity policy.
Internet Society’s Contribution to Malaysia Regulator’s Public Consultation
The Internet Society has submitted comments to the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in response to its public consultation on proposed amendments to the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998.
Internet Society at WSIS Forum
The Internet Society participated in the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Forum 2026 in Geneva, which took place 6-10 July.
