Securing the Internet: A Conversation with Chris Locke, Internet Society Foundation

Securing the Internet: A Conversation with Chris Locke, Internet Society Foundation

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Join Lim May-Ann, Director of Multilateral Relations, Data Policy, and Partnerships at Access Partnership, and special guest Chris Locke, EVP at Internet Society and Managing Director of the Internet Society Foundation, for an insightful discussion on what it takes to build a secure and open internet. Chris shares his perspective on the critical challenges facing global internet connectivity today, including the importance of end-to-end encryption, community-driven cybersecurity training, and why connecting the “last billion” requires more than just infrastructure. This conversation also dives into practical advice for writing impactful grant applications and highlights the Internet Society Foundation’s role in supporting local and global efforts toward a safer, more resilient online world.

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