North America
News
Indigenous Connectivity Summit Urges Stronger Government Support for Digital Equity, Identifies Critical Solutions to Expand Access
Press Releases
18 November 2021
Indigenous Connectivity Summit Urges Stronger Government Support for Digital Equity, Identifies Critical Solutions to Expand Access
2021 recommendations call for bold and rapid action to ensure fast, affordable, and sustainable Internet for Indigenous communities across...
Leader from Yurok Tribe in California Explains the Impacts of Digital Sovereignty At Broadband Bootcamp
In the News
16 November 2021
Leader from Yurok Tribe in California Explains the Impacts of Digital Sovereignty At Broadband Bootcamp
Community Networks
Canada’s National Research and Education Network Bolsters Security
In the News
28 October 2021
Canada’s National Research and Education Network Bolsters Security
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Fifth Annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit to Address Sustainable Solutions to Ensure Digital Equity
Press Releases
11 October 2021
Fifth Annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit to Address Sustainable Solutions to Ensure Digital Equity
The fifth annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit will bring together a diverse group of stakeholders under a common goal: connecting...
Internet Society Brainstorms Indigenous Peoples Broadband Solutions
In the News
11 October 2021
Internet Society Brainstorms Indigenous Peoples Broadband Solutions
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Register for the Fifth Annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit
Community Networks
17 August 2021
Register for the Fifth Annual Indigenous Connectivity Summit
In its second year as a virtual event, the Indigenous Connectivity Summit will take place on 12-15 October 2021....
Resources
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Indigenous Connectivity in the United States
Complementary connectivity models can bring affordable and sustainable Internet access to tribal areas across the country.
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Ensuring every Canadian has access to the Internet
COVID-19 has shed light on an alarming digital divide in Canada.
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What is Educational Broadband Service (EBS)?
Educational Broadband Service (EBS) is a band of spectrum that the FCC set aside for the public good.
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Security Factsheet: Why Should Municipalities Make Network and Data Security a Priority?
Communities can minimize risk by being intentional about how and by whom networks and devices are used. These are...
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Security Factsheet: Keeping Your Workplace Safe Online
For many of us the Internet is a staple in our day-to-day lives – especially at our jobs. But...
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Net Neutrality Experts’ Roundtable Series Process Report
The United States needs an approach that upholds the core principles of an open Internet and provides market stability;...
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Net Neutrality Legislation: A Framework for Consensus
Note: The Net Neutrality Principles do not represent the views of the Internet Society, nor any of its Chapters,...
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Enhancing IoT Security: Final Outcomes and Recommendations Report
The Internet of Things (IoT) carries enormous potential to change the world for the better. Projections for the impact...
Our Members
The Internet Society’s North America region currently counts 8,476 individual members, out of whom 4,022 (47%) are also members of one of our 10 Chapters in the region.
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