How do we build digital trust when AI can fake identities and our data is constantly at risk? On January 29, 2026, the fourth session of the NetMission Academy 2026, titled “Cybersecurity, Privacy, and a Safer Internet,” brought together youth fellows and experts from across the Asia-Pacific region to examine emerging challenges at the intersection […]
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NetMission Ambassadors’ blog posts
The Quantum Leap
From the 20th Internet Governance Forum and WSIS+20 Outcome Document Resolution to global investment themes and TIME’s Person of the Year, artificial intelligence (AI) dominated news headlines, corporate announcements, and national strategies across the globe. As AI went mainstream in 2025, it was a misfortune that such an umbrella term put a number of other […]
NetMission Academy 2026 Session 3 Summary
How do we protect human rights in an increasingly digital world? Session 3 of the NetMission Academy 2026, titled “Digital Rights and Justice,” was held on January 22, 2025. Moderated by Khushbakht and presented by Sub group # 1 fellows, the session combined participant perspectives with insights from Gyan Tripathi, Palash Srivastava, and Athena Tong: […]
NetMission Academy 2026 Session 2 Summary
Does Internet connectivity guarantee digital empowerment? The second session of NetMission Academy 2026, titled “Access & Empowerment,” examined the social, political, and structural dimensions of digital access and the conditions required for meaningful digital inclusion. Moderated by Nawal Munir, Fatima Munir, and Jenie Fernando, the session brought together participants from across the Asia-Pacific region and […]
NetMission Academy 2026 Session 1 Summary
How does the Internet actually work, and who gets to shape its future? NetMission Academy’s first training session brought together leading experts to explore these questions. The first training session of NetMission Academy 2026 was conducted successfully on January 8, 2025, with participants joining from across the Asia-Pacific region. The session brought together expert speakers […]