Meet the new grantees improving peering and interconnection around the globe   

27 January 2025
Two men work on a communications antenna in front of a blue sky and hills in the background

We are pleased to share the 16 grantees from the 2024 Sustainable Peering Infrastructure program. This program works with local communities to build Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) in markets where they are needed; enhance existing IXPs to realize their full potential; and supports organizations and communities that develop peering and interconnection. There are two types…

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Announcing a new group of grant partners to promote Internet resiliency in disaster response 

22 January 2025
Man operating a drone

The Internet Society Foundation is pleased to share the 2024 Resiliency Grant Program grantees. Nine impressive projects have been awarded funding for projects that increase network resiliency in communities prone to natural and climate-related disasters. Through these projects and the work of grantees, communities are better able to prepare for and withstand the effects of…

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Meet Our 2024 Research Grantees: Shaping the Future of the Internet 

15 January 2025
Research Program Grantees exchanging ideas

Our Research Grant Program supports global initiatives that enhance our understanding of the Internet and its importance to everyone. We are thrilled to announce the 2024 cohort of grant partners who will conduct innovative studies addressing the Internet’s critical challenges while also contributing to its sustainability and inclusivity.  This year’s 12 selected projects from six…

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The Future of the Internet: Insights from Our Research Grant Partners

23 December 2024
Group photo of grantees from the Research Program in Berkeley University

Our Research Grant Program supports global initiatives focused on enhancing our understanding of the Internet and its value to everyone. The “Future of the Internet” interview series showcases innovative ideas contributing to a more inclusive, sustainable, and equitable digital future. Through these conversations, we share stories from our research grant partners who are addressing some…

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Digital privacy: Researchers develop a tool that enables apps collect less user data 

2 December 2024
An illustrative photo of a woman with a cellphone to show Identification and privacy in context of modern digital technologies.

Privacy concerns remain at the forefront of online interactions in today’s digital landscape. Applications and websites, in their quest to understand user behavior, often gather vast amounts of personal data. But what if there were a way to collect important metrics without compromising user privacy? Divvi Up is a project by the Internet Security Research…

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What’s the Gender Digital Divide? 

30 October 2024
Sonia Jorge speaks in a meeting with other research grantees

By Gustavo Streger The gender digital divide refers to the significant gap or inequalities between men’s and women’s access to and use of Information and communication technologies (ICTs). This gap is driven by various factors, including economic inequalities, limited access to devices, insufficient Internet connectivity, cultural barriers, and a lack of digital skills, among others.…

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What is Indigenous Connectivity? Overcoming Barriers to Internet Access

24 October 2024
Three indigenous members smiling while looking at a cellphone

Indigenous populations, especially those in remote areas, have historically struggled with limited or no access to reliable and affordable Internet. This lack of connectivity not only hinders communication but exacerbates social and economic inequalities. Several key factors contribute to these challenges, according to an article published by the Internet Society and written by Sharayah Lane:…

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The Internet Society Foundation Commits USD $3 Million to Promote Educational and Economic Inclusion in Six Countries 

18 September 2024
Young women around a computer in Patna, Bihar, India

The Internet Society Foundation is delighted to announce grant funding to 13 projects in six countries to promote educational and economic opportunities through more knowledgeable and skillful Internet use. In its fifth year of operation, the Strengthening Communities, Improving Lives and Livelihoods (SCILLS) program continues to support organizations with strong relationships with the communities they serve…

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What is the role of the Internet in natural disasters and emergencies?  

16 July 2024
Man in front of ruined house

In today’s world, the growing risk of natural and climate-related disasters is causing more and more disruption to people’s lives. These disasters often lead to loss of Internet connectivity, leaving individuals isolated from their loved ones and from vital information during times of crisis.  Using the Internet to support resiliency and disaster management has become…

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Announcing the 2024 BOLT Grant Program: Empowering Innovation for Global Internet Access 

2 July 2024
Two people lighting candles at a gathering for SOLE Colombia

The Internet Society Foundation is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 edition of our Building Opportunities/Leveraging Technologies (BOLT) Grant Program. This initiative is designed to support teams of innovators dedicated to improving Internet access and connectivity in unconnected or underserved communities worldwide.  The BOLT Grant Program focuses on developing access and connectivity solutions…

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