?? SAVE THE DATE – IGF 2025: A Year of Accelerated Internet Governance Action ??
Nicolas Fiumarelli
Senior Software Developer at LACNIC | Board Member Internet Society Uruguay Chapter | MANRS Steering Committee Member
?? The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 is happening sooner than ever! From June 23–27 in Lillestr?m, Norway, the global Internet community will gather to discuss pressing digital policy issues, cybersecurity, AI governance, and Internet fragmentation. With IGF happening earlier than usual, there is less time to prepare, and session proposal deadlines are fast approaching—only 48 days left until March 16!
This year's IGF is not just a standalone event; it is the culmination of ongoing intersessional work, regional coordination through NRIs, and the dedicated efforts of Dynamic Coalitions (DCs), Best Practice Forums (BPFs), and Policy Networks (PNs). Additionally, major global Internet governance events such as ICANN meetings, RightsCon, EuroDIG, APrIGF, and Africa IGF will further influence discussions leading up to the forum.
The IGF 2025 Draft Timeline has officially launched, marking the beginning of an accelerated cycle. With workshops, intersessional projects, and high-level consultations happening at a faster pace, all stakeholders must move quickly to submit proposals and participate in key preparatory meetings.
?? IGF 2025 Timeline – Key Milestones to Remember
??? December 30, 2024 – January 12, 2025 | Call for Stocktaking & Thematic Inputs from the IGF Community
??? January 16, 2025 | Announcement of the IGF 2025 Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG)
?? (Ongoing) January 30, 2025 | Virtual MAG Meeting I – Initial Timeline Discussion & Working Groups Planning
?? February 5–7, 2025 | First IGF 2025 Open Consultations & MAG Meeting (Shaping IGF 2025 themes & tracks)
???? February 12 – March 16, 2025 | ?? Call for Session Proposals, Village Booths, & Remote Hubs!
?? February 20, 2025 | IGF 2025 Registration Opens
?? March 17 – April 11, 2025 | Workshop Evaluations (Session proposals reviewed by MAG)
?? April 14–16, 2025 | Second IGF Open Consultations & MAG Meeting (Finalizing workshops & main sessions)
?? April 2025 | Drafting the IGF 2025 Schedule & IGF Village Plan
?? May 15, 2025 | Bilateral Meeting Request System Opens
?? June 23–27, 2025 | ?? IGF 2025 Main Event in Lillestr?m, Norway ?? ?? July – December 2025 | Finalizing IGF 2025 Outputs & Ongoing Intersessional Work
With these milestones set, there is less time to prepare for IGF than ever before. Session proposal submissions must be prepared immediately, and intersessional projects need to be fully activated to ensure that key global issues receive a proper discussion.
?? Dynamic Coalitions (DCs): Advancing Internet Governance
Dynamic Coalitions (DCs) are multistakeholder working groups that focus on specific issues in Internet governance, driving in-depth policy research and recommendations.
? DC on Internet Standards, Security & Safety (DC-IS3C) ?? – Working to advance security-related Internet standards, ensuring faster and broader deployment of best practices across industries.
? DC on Accessibility & Disability (DCAD) ? – Promoting policies that enhance digital accessibility, ensuring full inclusion for persons with disabilities in Internet governance.
? DC on Internet of Things (DC-IoT) ?? – Addressing the governance of IoT security, ensuring that emerging technologies prioritize user safety and data protection.
? DC on Public Access in Libraries ?? – Advocating for equitable access to the Internet via libraries, particularly in underserved regions.
? DC on Schools of Internet Governance (DC-SIG) ?? – Strengthening capacity-building initiatives to enhance multistakeholder participation in Internet governance.
The Youth Coalition on Internet Governance(YCIG) and the Dynamic Teen Coalition are driving forces for ensuring young voices shape the future of digital policy. YCIG fosters global youth engagement in Internet governance, advocating for inclusive decision-making, while the Teen IGF Coalition empowers younger participants to discuss online safety, digital rights, and the ethical use of emerging technologies. Both initiatives are vital in bridging generational perspectives, ensuring that the next wave of Internet leaders is well-prepared to address today’s most pressing digital challenges. ?????
Each coalition contributes to policy discussions, research, and advocacy efforts that influence IGF priorities and outcomes.
?? Best Practice Forums (BPFs): Actionable Policy Development
Best Practice Forums (BPFs) focus on collaborative learning and policy recommendations, identifying effective strategies to address global Internet governance challenges.
?? BPF Cybersecurity – Developing policy recommendations to improve global cyber resilience, addressing both technical and regulatory approaches to securing the Internet.
?? BPF Gender & Digital Rights – Tackling gender-based inequalities in Internet governance, including policies to combat online harassment and promote digital inclusion.
?? BPF Data & Privacy – Exploring governance models that balance user privacy protections with data-driven innovation, considering both legislative and industry-led solutions.
?? Policy Networks (PNs): Addressing Emerging Challenges
Policy Networks tackle complex cross-cutting governance issues, requiring sustained cooperation across industries, governments, and civil society.
?? Policy Network on Artificial Intelligence (PNAI) ?? – Examining AI governance frameworks, ethical concerns, and regulatory policies that align AI development with human rights. https://www.intgovforum.org/en/pnai
?? Policy Network on Internet Fragmentation (PNIF) ?? – Assessing risks related to Internet fragmentation, working on strategies to maintain global interoperability and openness. https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-internet-fragmentation
?? Policy Network on Meaningful Access (PNMA) ?? – Advancing inclusive and equitable Internet access by addressing barriers such as affordability, digital literacy, and infrastructure gaps. The PNMA works on policies and strategies to ensure that underserved communities can fully participate in the digital world. https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/policy-network-on-meaningful-access-pnma
Both PNAI and PNIF will deliver reports and discussions at IGF 2025, shaping the conversation on these urgent issues.
?? NRIs & Youth NRIs: Strengthening Regional & Youth-Led Internet Governance
The more than 150 National, Regional, and Youth IGF Initiatives (NRIs) ensure?multistakeholder engagement?and bring local/sub-regional perspectives trough their forums to the IGF’s regional and global discussions.
?? NRIs Coordination & Main Session
This year’s NRIs sessions will focus on:
? Strengthening multistakeholder collaboration between NRIs to share best practices and increase engagement.
? Bringing key regional policy concerns to the global IGF agenda.
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? Enhancing participation of youth-led NRIs to ensure youth voices are fully represented in IGF decision-making.
?? Youth NRIs: The Next Generation of Internet Governance
Youth-led NRIs are growing in influence, ensuring that young Internet governance leaders are actively engaged in shaping digital policy. Key youth NRIs include:
With less time before IGF 2025, these youth initiatives must mobilize quickly to coordinate their activities and submit session proposals before the March 16 deadline.
?? Internet Standards, Security and Safety Coalition (IS3C) at IGF 2025 – Strengthening Global Cybersecurity
2024 Highlights – Key Achievements at IGF Riyadh
? IS3C expanded its research on IoT security, quantum encryption, and procurement standards.
? A report on best practices for DNSSEC and RPKI deployment was presented.
? Engagement with UN Global Digital Compact to integrate security standards in Internet governance.
? Collaboration with consumer organizations to launch a cybersecurity protection initiative.
Building on a strong Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Riyadh, the Internet Standards, Security, and Safety Coalition (IS3C) is doubling down on cybersecurity, post-quantum cryptography (PQC), and IoT security. ????? Major plans for 2025 include:
? Launching a global Cybersecurity Hub to strengthen workforce training. ?????
? Advancing research on IoT security & PQC to protect critical infrastructure. ?????
? Rolling out secure procurement guidelines for ICT supply chains. ????
? Expanding consumer protection efforts to safeguard users' online security. ?????
???? DC-IS3C 2025 Plans – Preparing for IGF in Norway
?? Cybersecurity Hub Launch → Creating a global platform for cybersecurity education & workforce training.
?? IoT Security & Post-Quantum Research → Examining how post-quantum cryptography impacts IoT security.
?? Procurement Toolkit → Helping governments and companies adopt secure-by-design procurement policies.
?? Consumer Protection Initiative → Strengthening global awareness on user security and rights.
?? The Role of NRIs – More Important Than Ever
NRIs (National, Regional & Youth IGF Initiatives) are key to ensuring global representation and engagement at IGF 2025. With less time to organize, they must move faster to: ?? Submit session proposals early – leverage regional perspectives to shape the global agenda. ?? Coordinate with other NRIs for joint sessions, fostering stronger multistakeholder participation. ?? Ensure youth and underrepresented voices are included in the fast-moving IGF process.
?? 2025: The Year of Quantum & Strengthening the ISOC Alumni Network
?? Quantum Computing, Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC), and Internet Security: This year is critical for advancing discussions on quantum security, encryption, and the long-term resilience of the Internet. IGF 2025 will feature high-level panels on:
?? Quantum encryption and cybersecurity challenges
?? AI’s growing role in governance and digital sovereignty
?? The global response to Internet fragmentation threats
?? Key Internet Governance Events in 2025
?? APNIC 59 with APRICOT 2025 – February 19–27, 2025 | Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
?? RightsCon 2025 – February 24–27, 2025 | Taipei, Taiwan & Online
?? ICANN 82 Community Forum – March 8–13, 2025 | Seattle, USA
?? ARIN 55 – April 27–30, 2025 | Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
?? LACNIC 43 – May 5–9, 2025 | S?o Paulo, Brazil
?? RIPE NCC 90 – May 12–16, 2025 | Lisbon, Portugal
?? EuroDIG - European Dialogue on Internet Governance – May 12–14, 2025 | Strasbourg, France
?? ICANN 83 Policy Forum – June 9–12, 2025 | Prague, Czech Republic
?? LACNIC 44 - LACNOG 2025 – October 6–10, 2025
?? RIPE NCC 91 – October 20–24, 2025 | Bucharest, Romania
?? APrIGF 2025 – October 11–14, 2025 | Kathmandu, Nepal
?? ICANN 84 Annual General Meeting – October 25–30, 2025 | Muscat, Oman
?? ARIN 56 – October 30–31, 2025 | Arlington, Texas, USA
? The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2025 cycle is moving quickly! The earlier IGF means less time to prepare but even greater urgency to engage.
All stakeholders—NRIs, civil society, academia, private sector, cybersecurity leaders, and policymakers—must act now to submit session proposals and actively participate in intersessional discussions.
This is a defining moment for cybersecurity, AI governance, post-quantum security, and digital rights. Let’s work together to shape a secure, open, and inclusive Internet! ????
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3 周Great resources thanks Nicolas Fiumarelli