Last year, we worked with our community and partners to support and promote the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure. Together we: 🤝 Built and supported the communities that make the Internet work 🛡Advanced the development and application of Internet infrastructure, technologies, and open standards 🌐 Advocated for policy that is consistent with our view of the Internet Read our 2023 Year in Review for the highlights of what we accomplished together: https://ow.ly/fQkz50QYEys #InternetForAll #DigitalDivide #ProtectTheInternet
Internet Society
Technology, Information and Internet
Reston, Virginia 40,714 followers
Working for an open, globally-connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet for everyone.
About us
For over 30 years, the Internet Society has been working toward an Internet for everyone. As a global charitable organization, we work with our community of over 100,000 like-minded people and partners who understand that the Internet is a critical resource that people should have access to and that we must protect. We understand the value that the Internet brings because we were founded by the people who helped build it.
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https://www.internetsociety.org
External link for Internet Society
- Industry
- Technology, Information and Internet
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Reston, Virginia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1992
- Specialties
- Connecting the world, Building an Internet we all can trust, Internet infrastructure, Internet governance, Facilitates open development of standards and protocols, Fosters an environment for international cooperation, Internet of Things, and Community Networks
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11710 Plaza America Dr
Reston, Virginia 20190, US
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Rue Vallin 2
Geneva, Geneva 1201, CH
Employees at Internet Society
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The Internet has given changemakers a platform to expand their reach and make a difference. The .ORG domain is used to help people start movements, fix problems, help others, and build communities. Follow the Public Interest Registry and visit ThreeLetters.org to learn more:
Exciting News! We are thrilled to unveil our brand new campaign featuring .ORG - The Letters that Change the World. The “Three Letters that Change the World” campaign is part of Public Interest Registry’s larger mission to empower mission-driven organizations to do good online. Join us as we celebrate the .ORG domain and empower changemakers to start movements, fix problems, help others, and build communities. Watch our ad now and feel inspired by some of the amazing .ORGs from all over the world! #LettersThatChangeTheWorld #Inspiration
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We must address child safety online without dismantling encryption, which protects children in many ways, including: 👉 Protecting their information from cybercriminals 👉 Supporting child protection agencies in handling sensitive information 👉 Enabling children to have agency & explore sensitive topics without fear of surveillance Learn more ⬇️ https://ow.ly/SRWo50SHm3H
Encryption is a Preventative Tool that Protects Children - Internet Society
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Today, 19 July, the world was hit by a tech outage, causing global economic and social disruption. Hospitals had to cancel operations, payment systems failed, government services stopped functioning, and newsrooms went dark. While the Internet is operating normally, this service outage highlights the importance of resilience for both Internet access and digital services, especially on a global scale. Read more about our key takeaways from this incident ⬇️ https://ow.ly/L3LP50SG4LZ
Global Tech Outage Demonstrates Need for Resiliency in Software Systems - Internet Society
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Any policy or decision that undermines the open, global, interconnected nature of the Internet contributes to fragmentation. Watch on to learn more about what Internet fragmentation is and why it’s important to advocate against it 🌐 Learn more: https://ow.ly/nX0q50SFxyo
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Happy #WorldEmojiDay! 😁🎉 Can you guess the Internet terms using the emojis listed? 🤔💡 Swipe to see the answers!
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Encryption is a crucial feature of a safe and trustworthy Internet, but what exactly is it? 🤔🔐 Watch on to learn how encryption contributes to data security and how we use it in our daily lives.🌐 Learn more about encryption: https://ow.ly/ryYh50SCtjb
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Internet access centers around Rwanda’s Bugesera district have connected thousands of teachers, students, and community members to the Internet. Above all, the centers, built by the Internet Society Rwanda Chapter with funding from the Internet Society Foundation, give children more opportunities to learn and fulfill their potential. Read the full story: https://ow.ly/PPFM50SBHFr
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Today is the LAST day to nominate someone for the 2024 #PostelAward! We're looking for nominees who: 🌐 Make technical contributions to the Internet 🤝 Service their community 🎖 Lead & enable others' work The chosen candidate will be rewarded US$20K. Nominate today! https://ow.ly/5Vtc50RH9vH
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Most of us have probably clicked on a website and been asked to “Accept Cookies.” But what exactly are they?🤔🍪 Watch on to learn more about #InternetCookies, how they’re used, and best practices for protecting your data ⬇️