The Internet is a wonderful resource that provides opportunities to people around the globe. It transforms our lives and society for the better and belongs to each and every one of us. The Internet flourished thanks to people who worked tirelessly to help it grow.
But the Internet faces threats on multiple fronts. That is why the Internet Society, together with partners, offers a range of programs to equip and empower the next generation of Internet leaders—to grow and strengthen the Internet for everyone who needs it, benefiting the world’s diverse populations equitably. The future of the Internet is in your hands.
This session will feature a moderator and a diverse panel of 3-4 Internet Society Youth Ambassadors and/or Internet Society Alumni representing regions around the globe who will share their stories, speak about their successes in Internet governance, and share how youth are shaping conversations around the Internet. We will explore topics such as: 1. How they got involved in Internet governance 2. The impact of the Internet Society's programs 3. The initiative they are working on and how the audience can follow their work
We will also touch on how our programs prepare diverse cohorts of fellows to expand their knowledge, develop their careers, and make their voices heard to shape the future of the Internet. They continue their journeys as alumni as part of our Alumni Network where they make quality connections by engaging with a lively community of peers to problem-solve and defend the Internet while staying informed of new collaboration opportunities.
The session will include an audience participation portion to gather questions and comments from the audience. We will hear about their successes and challenges in making an impact in the Internet space and answer questions about how they can get involved in the Internet Society's and fellows/alumni's work. It will inspire them to start or continue their involvement in the Internet space and work to keep the Internet open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy.
