Event

Asia Pacific yIGF & APrIGF 2026 (Tech Policy & Leadership Opportunity for Students)

Date: 3 to 6 October 2026
Details:

Internet governance, cybersecurity, digital rights, and tech policy are critical pillars of our modern digital economy. yIGF and APrIGF serve as premier regional platforms where students can engage directly with policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society experts shaping the future of the internet.

Why Students Should Attend:

  • Global Tech Policy Exposure: Gain firsthand insights into how cross-border data flows, artificial intelligence regulation, and cybersecurity policies are negotiated.
  • Networking & Professional Growth: Connect with international experts, academics, and peers from across the Asia-Pacific region, opening doors to future internships and career paths.
  • Interdisciplinary Relevance: The forums bridge technology, law, public policy, and business, making them exceptionally valuable for students across multiple disciplines.

Event Details:

  • Event 1: yIGF
    • Date: October 3rd
    • Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 
    • Venue: DotAsia Organisation Office (12/F, 35-37 Haiphong Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon)
  • Event 2: APrIGF
    • Date: October 5th - 6th
    • Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 
    • Venue: DotAsia Organisation Office (12/F, 35-37 Haiphong Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon)

Registration Link: https://forms.for.asia/aprigf-yigf-2026-registration-form/

Note: In this form, selecting 18–35 as your age group, or “Youth” as the chosen stakeholder group, will display yIGF-specific registration questions.

Registration steps: pick dates of attendance, then “In-person at a local hub” as the attendance mode, and enter "Hong Kong" in the city field.

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