The second session of the NetMission Academy, titled “Access and Empowerment,” took place on January 16, 2025, and was expertly moderated by Nawal Munir Ahmad and Nattaya Kay Jaratruangsaeng. In this session, participants from all around the Asia Pacific joined our honorable speakers: Felicia Antonio (Campaign Manager for the Keep It On initiative at Access […]
Tag: Youth engagement
Key Insights from ICANN81
Last November, members of the NetMission APRALO Study Group attended the ICANN81 Annual General Meeting, held from November 9 to November 14, 2024, as fellows in Istanbul. They’ve gathered valuable insights from the event and are excited to share their experiences and key takeaways with our community. The report is now available! This detailed report is put together by Sana Nisar and Socheata […]
Charting the Future of the Digital World – Aviral Kaintura
It’s been a little over two years since I first encountered the term “Internet Governance.” As an undergraduate student of computer science and cybersecurity, I’ve always been a technology-first person, passionate about researching advancements in emerging technologies. However, my perspective transformed dramatically after attending India School on Internet Governance (inSIG) as a fellow in 2022. […]
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. […]
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, […]