The Internet Governance Forum – 2023

The 18th yearly gathering of the Internet Governance Forum is scheduled to be hosted by the Government of Japan in Kyoto, taking place from October 8th to October 12th, 2023. The central theme of the Forum is "Shaping the Internet We Desire - Empowering Every Individual."

Drawing inspiration from the themes proposed during the call for thematic issues, the MAG (Multi-stakeholder Advisory Group) has decided that the 18th annual IGF program will revolve around the following sub-topics:

Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
Preventing Internet Fragmentation
Cybersecurity, Cybercrime, and Online Safety
Data Governance and Trust
Bridging Digital Divides and Promoting Inclusion
Global Digital Governance and Collaboration
Upholding Human Rights and Freedoms
Sustainability and Environmental Considerations