Steering Dialogues at Asia Pacific Regional & Youth IGF As a NetMission.Asia Ambassador, I get a chance to represent NetMission.Asia in Taipei, Taiwan for the Asia-Pacific Digital Rights Assembly (DRAPAC), Asia Pacific Youth Internet Governance Forum (yIGF) and Asia-Pacific Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF) 2024. These forums provided a crucial platform to discuss and engage in […]
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NetMission Ambassadors’ blog posts
A 3-year Journey of Growth and Leadership – Luke Teoh
For the past two years, I had the privilege of serving as part of the organizing committee for the Asia Pacific Youth Internet Governance Forum (yIGF). This enriching experience allowed me to engage with young leaders across the region, creating a platform where their voices could be heard in the evolving landscape of Internet governance. […]
How Algorithms Are Controlling Lives Online And Its Impact In Pakistan – Maryam Khalid
As I scroll through my social media, I can’t help but feel uneasy. Every post whether it’s news or ads for things I just looked up feels like it’s made just for me. It’s as if the algorithm knows me better than I do. These social media algorithms aren’t just feeding us what we want, […]
Navigating Two Worlds: A Medical Student’s Journey as Co-Chair at yIGF 2024 – Nattaya Jaratruangsaeng
Reflecting on my journey in Internet Governance, I can trace its beginnings to my first participation in Asia Pacific Youth Internet Governance Forum (yIGF) in 2022. Many people often ask me why, as a medical student, I chose to venture into the world of Internet Governance. My usual answer is simple: because it’s fun, engaging, […]
Malaysia’s Move to Regulate Social Media: What’s at Stake? – Ahmad Umair Suhaidi
In today’s world, social media platforms have become more than just a place for connecting with friends and family, but a medium for fostering communities or even driving economic activities. It is undeniable that they’re now central to our daily lives. However, the rise of these platforms has also paved the way for harmful issues […]