Hong Kong Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2025 亞洲網絡管治學院—香港站:Now Calling for Participants 現正招生

What is Hong Kong Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2025? 甚麼是亞洲網絡管治學院-香港站?

Local APIGA Hong Kong 2025 is an exclusive opportunity for young individuals aged 18-35 to explore Internet governance, cybersecurity, digital inclusion, and the future of the Internet. Participants will engage in interactive discussions, hands-on workshops, and networking sessions with global experts.

Local APIGA Hong Kong 2025 是一個專為 18 至 35 歲年輕人而設的獨家機會,讓參加者深入探索互聯網治理、網絡安全、數碼共融及互聯網的未來。參加者將透過互動討論、實作工作坊及與全球專家交流,獲取寶貴的知識與經驗。

Why Join? 為甚麼要參加?

  • Gain insights from top industry professionals. 從業界頂尖專家獲取寶貴見解。
  • Engage in thought-provoking discussions on digital policies and governance.
    參與具啟發性的數碼政策及治理討論。
  • Expand your professional network with like-minded individuals and experts.
    擴展你的人脈,結識志同道合的朋友及專家。
  • The top two participants will get the chance to attend the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) 2025 in Busan, Korea this August!
    表現最優秀的兩位參加者將有機會於 2025 年 8 月前往韓國釜山,參加 亞太互聯網治理學院(APIGA)2025!

Who Should Apply? 適合對象

  • University students and young professionals (aged 18-35) interested in Internet governance, technology, and policy.
    18 至 35 歲的大學生及年輕專業人士,對互聯網治理、科技及政策感興趣者。

Language 語言: English & Cantonese 英語及廣東話

Event Details 活動詳情

Day 1: Welcome Reception
Kickstart the event with a networking session featuring industry leaders and fellow participants.

📅 April 24, 2025 (Thursday)
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Aftermath Bar (LG/F, 57-59 Wyndham Street, Central
第一天:迎新會
與業界領袖及其他參加者交流,正式展開活動!

📅 2025 年 4 月 24 日(星期四)
🕔 下午 5:00 – 7:00
📍 地點詳情待定
Day 2: Main Event
Engage in interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, and real-world case studies covering:
– The Internet Governance Ecosystem
– Cybersecurity & Digital Inclusion
– ICANN & DNS Governance
– Hands-on Model ICANN Simulation

📅 April 25, 2025 (Friday)🕘 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM📍 HKIAC (38th Floor, Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong)
第二天:主活動
參加互動工作坊、專家討論及實際案例研習,涵蓋以下主題:
互聯網治理生態系統
網絡安全與數碼共融
ICANN 及 DNS 治理
ICANN 模擬會議(實戰體驗)

📅 2025 年 4 月 25 日(星期五)
🕘 上午 9:00 – 下午 5:30
📍 HKIAC(香港中環干諾道中 8 號交易廣場第二座 38 樓)

How to apply? 如何報名?

🔗 Register now 立即報名: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
📅 Deadline 截止日期: April 23, 2025 (11:59 PM Hong Kong Time) | 2025 年 4 月 23 日(香港時間晚上 11:59)

Organizers 主辦單位及團隊:DotAsia Organisation, Internet Society Hong Kong Chapter, NetMission.Asia

Venue Support 場地贊助: ADNDRC

📩 Have questions? Reach out to us at info@netmission.asia.
有疑問? 請聯絡我們 info@netmission.asia

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Agenda 活動流程:

April 24 – Day 1: 17:00-19:00 Welcome Reception
Venue: The Aftermath, LG/F, 57-59 Wyndham Street, Central
Dress Code: Casual

Time

Program

17:00-17:30

Registration

17:30-17:50

Welcome Keynote – Kin Ko [PPT slides]

17:50-19:00

Networking


April 25 – Day 2: 09:00-17:30 Main Event
Venue: HKIAC, 38/F, Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central
Dress Code: Smart casual
What to Bring: Laptop and charger

Time

Program

09:00-09:15

Registration

09:15-09:30

Opening Remarks – Kiran Sanghera, Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC)

09:30-10:00

Icebreaker 

10:00-10:45

Idea Wall: Governance of the Internet and on the Internet

10:45-11:00

Coffee Break

11:00-12:30

Expert Series: Internet Governance Ecosystem

  • United Nations Internet Governance Forum (IGF & NRIs)  – Jennifer Chung, DotAsia Organisation

    [PPT slides]


  • Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) – Edmon Chung, DotAsia Organisation

    [PPT slides]


  • Asia Pacific Network Information Center (APNIC) – Kam Sze Yeung, APNIC

    [PPT slides]


  • Internet Corporation for Assigned Names & Number (ICANN) – Jian Chuan Zhang, ICANN

    [PPT slides]


  • Domain Names Dispute Resolution (DNDR) – Qiqi Huang, HKIAC 

    [PPT slides]

12:30-13:30

Lunch 

13:30-14:30

Workshop: IPGO + DNSGO + DNS Blocking

[PPT slides]

14:30-17:15

Model ICANN Conference: New gTLD Program: Next Round

[PPT slides]


  • New gTLDs & String Confusion – Alban Kwan, CSC

    [PPT slides]


  • Singular/Plural Strings – Edmon Chung, DotAsia Organisation




  • Latin Script Diacritics – Edmon Chung, DotAsia Organisation



17:15-17:30

Closing Remarks