#communitynetworks — Public Fediverse posts
Live and recent posts from across the Fediverse tagged #communitynetworks, aggregated by home.social.
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🙌 Witness the energy and passion of the participants in the first-ever South Africa School of Digital Policy – Community Networks Edition (ZASDIP 2026/CN).
Watch the video here 👉 https://media.apc.org/w/xjcGkbirZS6ZF36gEchAZf
#PolicySchool #ZASDIP #Policyadvocacy
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Das Programm zum #ffwcw wächst langsam: https://wiki.freifunk.net/Wireless_Community_Weekend_2026:Topics
Es gibt noch einige Slots und Räume für eure Ideen rund um #freifunk und #communitynetworks
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Es gibt Neuigkeiten auf unserer Website:
Armin Medosch: The Rise of the Network Commons
Mit „The Rise of the Network Commons“ erscheint im Jahr 2025 ein wichtiges Buch von Armin Medosch über freie Netze, Gemeingüter und Community-Infrastruktur.
https://freifunk.net/2026/04/armin-medosch-the-rise-of-the-network-commons/
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The South Africa School for Digital Policy (#ZASDIP 2026/CN) wrapped its first #CommunityNetworks edition in Johannesburg (12–16 April), strengthening community voices in digital policy advocacy.
With the Electronic Communications Amendment Bill on the table, fellows will channel priorities to government via the Community Networks South Africa association - CNSA - pushing for more inclusive, community-led connectivity.
Learn more: https://www.apc.org/en/zasdip
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WEBINAR 23 ABR 13:30 UTC – ISOC PERU – Soluciones de Conectividad impulsadas por la Comunidad
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El 23 de Abril del 2026 a las 18:30 PET (13:30 UTC) el Internet Society Capítulo Perú (ISOC Perú) organizará un webinar 'Soluciones de Conectividad impulsadas por la Comunidad'. La conectividad es el pilar fundamental del desarrollo de Internet; Sin embargo, sigu
#post #2026 #CommunityNetworks #IsocPeru
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Supported by a new national strategy, community networks in South Africa have an opportunity to make their voices heard in spaces where connectivity is regulated – spaces historically difficult to access for them.
The South Africa School of Digital Policy (ZASDIP 2026/CN) is helping turn lived experience into policy influence – equipping communities with the tools to advocate, engage and lead.
Read more 👉https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-shaping-policies-digital-inclusion-south-africa
#DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #SouthAfrica #DigitalPolicy
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The South Africa School for Digital Policy / Community Networks edition (ZASDIP 2026/CN) will host its first cohort from 12 to 16 April 2026 in Johannesburg.
This edition of ZASDIP will help amplify largely unheard voices, inspiring communities to shape digital policy while ensuring South Africa’s digital transformation becomes inclusive, equitable and participatory.
Learn more here https://www.apc.org/en/project/south-africa-school-digital-policy-2026-community-networks-edition-zasdip-2026cn
#DigitalInclusion
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>>> Bootcamps allow communities to engage in practical hands-on learnings, bringing together regional experiences that enrich the collective capacity building process, alongside representatives from organisations and institutions supporting these initiatives.
🙌 Explore the journeys of the recent blended training bootcamps developed in Africa and Latin America. -
"Community-centred connectivity initiatives build technical capacity in the community to maintain and operate infrastructure or services, and the digital capacity of users to make informed decisions about their internet use – benefiting from social and economic opportunities online, and strengthening community resilience to external shocks (...)".
Explore the Principles for community-centred connectivity here 👉 https://www.apc.org/en/pubs/principles-community-centred-connectivity-initiatives.
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📶 Community infrastructure, mutable protocols, mesh networks…
Independent and self-sovereign communication is more compelling than ever.
Watch the recording of our latest meetup with Jacob Sayles, @gwil, and Mathias Jud.
#DWeb #Willow #qaul #MeshNetworks #MeshCore #Meshtastic #communityNetworks
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Across different regions, community-led initiatives are developing diverse strategies to build the technical, social, economic and political capacities needed to sustain their projects.
Capacity building is an ongoing challenge, but also a collective opportunity to improve practices, reinforce collaboration and continue expanding community-driven paths toward meaningful connectivity.
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::: A new edition of the Community Networks Newsletter is out! This issue spotlights recent capacity-building initiatives driving community-centred connectivity, including blended training bootcamps in Africa and Latin America.
::: Find stories from the ground, advocacy efforts for enabling policies, a curated agenda of upcoming events and funding opportunities.
::: Join us and read it here:
https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-newsletter-capacity-building-core-community-centred-connectivity#CommunityNetworks #CommunityConnectivity #blendedtraining #DigitalInclusion
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Wow! VERY cool tool to help with the initial planning of a network to bring #Internet access to a community with a community-centered focus:
(look at "Quick Start Guide" in upper right)
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The Community Network Builder is an application that helps you estimate and understand the cost of building and operating a community network anywhere in the world.
---Great resource for people to plan the economics.
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WEBCAST MAR 19 – High-Density, High Impact: Connecting Apartment Buildings, Public Housing and Multi-Dwelling Units
LIVESTREAM | REGISTER | ADD TO CALENDAR | PERMALINK
On Thursday March 19, 2026, at 12pm - 1pm EDT (16:00-17:00 UTC) the American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB) and the Institute for Local Self-Reliance (ILSR) Community Broadband Networks Initiative will host a webinar 'High-Den
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In 2025, organisations also celebrated the passage of the Konektadong Pinoy Act.
Civil society groups advocated for this bill, which is a game-changer in expanding connectivity and addressing the needs of underserved communities.
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>>> A new edition of the #CommunityNetworks Newsletter is out! You’ll find news and resources from a growing movement that puts communities at the forefront of efforts to bridge the digital divide.
---> ➡️ Discover actions where #gender, #advocacy, #sustainability, and #environmentaljustice are also key focuses for those committed to community-grounded connectivity.
👉 Join in here: https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-newsletter-lessons-and-challenges-communities-balancing-power
And follow along by subscribing to receive it monthly: 👉 https://crm.apc.org/form/community-networks-and-local-acc
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How do we bridge the digital divide in Asia? 🌐
By linking community-centred connectivity with social entrepreneurship! In Asia, APC member ISEA is leading this shift through a new course and community of practice.
A pilot workshop brought together stakeholders from across the region to advocate for policies that support local innovation and meaningful access. 🤝
📖 Read more: https://www.apc.org/en/blog/seeding-change-new-framework-address-digital-divide-asia-0
#DigitalInclusion #Asia #CommunityNetworks #Recap #SeedingChange
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>>> At #COP30, the Local Networks (LocNet) initiative — led by APC & Rhizomatica — highlighted how community-centred connectivity and socio-environmental justice can reinforce each other.
----> In partnership with Rede Wayuri, of popular communicators in the Amazon, four episodes of Eco Sound Bites amplified the voices of local organisations reflecting on connectivity, communication and technology.
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>>> The call for narratives on community-centred connectivity initiatives and environmental justice is still open. Share your stories, case studies or reflections in this intersection, joining the call and sending your proposals before 31 January.
----> Read more about the call here👉 https://www.apc.org/en/news/open-call-narratives-community-centred-connectivity-initiatives-and-environmental-justice
#CommunityNetworks #EnvironmentalJustice #callfornarratives
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RECORDING – NYC Mesh 2025 Year End Review
VIDEO | AUDIO | RECAP | ARCHIVE | PERMALINK
On December 16, 2025, NYC Mesh convened its final monthly org meeting of 2025. Matt Boyd hosted a "year in review" presentation of the different projects and activities the mesh has done this year.
TOPICS
0:00 Intro & 2025 Stats
1:32 Grand Street Guild Projects
3:40 Prospect Heights Hub
6:44 Vernon Hub Updates
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>>> Open call for narratives on community-centred connectivity initiatives and environmental justice
We invite you to share reflections, case studies and stories about community-centred connectivity initiatives and local service platforms.
----> Send your pitch by 31 January 2026:
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The new edition of the #CommunityNetworks Newsletter offers a balanced reflection on the progress made toward digital inclusion, as well as the challenges that remain.
----> Discover stories and insights that highlight these advances— on enabling policies, gendered experiences, a call for narratives on digital inclusion and environmental care, and other resources including research, funding opportunities, events, and more.
Read the full edition here 👉 https://www.apc.org/.../community-networks-newsletter
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>>> Growing in a network: Reminiscing about @tic_ac_org journey
The 10th anniversary of the first Indigenous concession for telecommunications provided an opportunity to reminisce about the road travelled.
We looked back on the historic struggle waged by Mexican Indigenous communities for their right to communication, and to treasure the memories of that journey towards justice and autonomy for the people.
----> Read more: https://www.apc.org/en/blog/growing-network-reminiscing-about-tic-acs-journey
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>>> Community-centred connectivity and environmental justice in the COP30 UN Climate Change Conference
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>>> New on Seeding Change: Community networks are cultivating a future where technology and social and environmental care grow together
This initiative builds on @Colnodo's experience in working with digital inclusion and environmental monitoring to create kits for community networks.
----> Read more: https://www.apc.org/en/blog/seeding-change-community-networks-cultivating-future-where-technology-and-social-and
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>>> A call for inclusion, sovereignty and community-centred connectivity from the #globalgatewayforum:
Drawing on APC’s work across 20 countries, Garcia Ramilo highlighted the success of community-centred connectivity initiatives.
“These networks are often led by cooperatives, social enterprises and local governments. They stimulate local economies, empower women, strengthen community resilience, including for climate action.”
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>>>> The latest edition of our #CommunityNetworks Newsletter explores how community-centred connectivity impacts on #environmentaljustice, in the context of #COP30, taking place this year in Belém do Pará, Brazil.
-----> Find it here 👉 https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-newsletter-community-centred-connectivity-bridging-digital-inclusion-and
The newsletter also features inspiring stories together with upcoming events and funding opportunities.
If not yet, subscribe here 👉https://crm.apc.org/form/community-networks-and-local-acc and get monthly news on #digitalinclusion.
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>>>> More than 400 videos on our #peertube server (a free, libre, and open-source competitor to YouTube). This way, we ensure we all have access to resources without depending on third parties or facing potential censorship.
----> Browse for content on #FeministInternet, #DigitalInclusion #socialjustice #E nvironmentalJustice, #CommunityNetworks and more:
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Es gibt Neuigkeiten auf unserer Website:
Jetzt abstimmen: ISOC-SIG zu Community Networks & Infrastructures
Stimme jetzt für die Gründung der Special Interest Group ‚Community Networks & Infrastructures‘ und setze selbst betriebene Netzwerke auf die globale Internetagenda. Abstimmung bis 31.10.!
https://freifunk.net/2025/10/jetzt-abstimmen-isoc-sig-zu-community-networks-infrastructures/
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----> More on the impact of our network in this video:
#APC2024 #AmplifyingRights #Rohingya #FeministTech #CommunityNetworks
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Over the past year, APC amplified environmental defenders' voices through a feminist and Indigenous research framework in four #GlobalSouth countries.
We also supported #Rohingya refugees in reclaiming their narratives against disinformation in Myanmar.
More outcomes in our Annual Report: https://2024report.apc.org/
#APC2024 #EnvironmentalDefenders #FeministTech #CommunityNetworks
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>>> The latest edition of the Community Networks and Local Access Newsletter invites you to put in practice the principles that identify community-centred connectivity initiatives, from their own voices.
Diverse experiences, collective strategies and advocacy for seeding and growing community-centred connectivity.
----> Latest edition https://www.apc.org/en/news/community-networks-newsletter-principles-practice-voices-communities
----> Subscribe to get monthly updates on #LocalAccess and #CommunityNetworks https://crm.apc.org/content/local-access-subscription
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Highlights from APC at the WSIS+20 Review High-Level Event: The moment to recalibrate internet governance
https://www.apc.org/en/node/40755/
#DigitalJusticeNow #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025 #InternetGovernance #humanrights #WSIS20
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As we close an intense week of conversations at the #WSIS20 Review High-Level Event, we would like to share some glimpses into APC's engagement there. More coming soon!
#DigitalJusticeNow #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025 #InternetGovernance #humanrights
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APC at WSIS+20 Review High Level Event / More daily highlights
#WSIS20 #DigitalJusticeNow #DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025
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APC at WSIS+20 Review High Level Event / More daily highlights
#WSIS20 #DigitalJusticeNow #DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025
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APC at WSIS+20 Review High Level Event / More daily highlights
#WSIS20 #DigitalJusticeNow #DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025
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APC at WSIS+20 Review High Level Event / More daily highlights
#WSIS20 #DigitalJusticeNow #DigitalInclusion #CommunityNetworks #IGF2025
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APC at #WSIS20 Review High Level Event
JOIN US TOMORROW, 8 JULY (UTC+02:00)
Centering People and Planet in the WSIS+20 & Beyond
9:00–10:00Defending Our Voice: Global South Participation in Digital Governance
9:00–10:00Indigenous Digital Infrastructures & Emerging Technologies: Challenges, Capacities and Commons
9:00–10:00https://www.apc.org/en/node/40740/
With @derechosdigital, IT for Change, @redesac_mx & Rhizomatica
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>>> Next week, at #WSIS20 👇
"Indigenous Digital Infrastructures and Emerging Technologies"
Tuesday, 8 July 2025 | 12:00–12:45 (UTC+2)
-----> This session will explore how Indigenous communities are building and governing their own digital infrastructures
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"The internet has reached a critical point."
Gustaff H. Iskandar of Common Room (Indonesia) on the Internet Governance Forum, the state of the internet and financing of community-owned connectivity initiatives.
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>> What changes when connectivity is centred on the community? Hear local voices in the new season of our podcast:
---> Episode 1 features community-centred connectivity as a strategy that communities have developed for bridging the digital divide.
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WEBCAST – NYC Mesh Org Meetup – April 22 2025
On Tuesday April 22, 2025, at 7pm EDT (23:00 UTC) NYC Mesh will hold its monthly Monthly Org Meetup.
PROGRAM
James - automating configuration (IaC)
Willard - a new tool for managing rooftop panoramas
Brian Hall - current mesh topicsLIVESTREAM | MEETUP
X @nycmesh #growinternet #communitynetworks |
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WEBCAST – NYC Mesh Org Meetup March 25 2025
On Tuesday March 25, 2025, NYC Mesh will hold its monthly Monthly Org Meetup.
PROGRAM
SN11 / VPP Update - Zach Giles
Panorama Database Analysis - Dustin Freeman
New Mesh Room / Automation - Dan MillerLIVESTREAM https://youtu.be/EEGaBQ8zoeY
MEETUP https://www.meetup.com/nycmesh/events/306160460/
TWITTER @nycmesh #communitynetworks | MASTODON | BLUESKY | INSTA
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> People throughout the world are facing unprecedented challenges, from repression of human rights to unfettered consumption of digital and environmental resources.
- In this #SeedingChange recap, APC features our network’s achievements and nurture the seeds we have planted
https://www.apc.org/node/40466
#HumanRightsOnline #FeministInternet #LocalAccess #CommunityNetworks
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ISOC-NY TV: NYC Mesh – Hub Updates + 2024 Year in Review
On Wednesday December 25 2024 at 2pm the ISOC-NY TV show features presentations from NYC Mesh's November Meetup. Learn about the latest infrastructure upgrades in North America's largest community-owned Internet access network.
SPECTRUM 56 / 1996 | RCN 83 | FiOS 34
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EBCAST Oct 22 – NYC Mesh Org Meetup
On Tuesday October 22 2024, at 7pm ET, NYC Mesh will hold its monthly Monthly Org Meetup.
PROGRAM
MeshDB Update - Andrew Dickinson, Willard Nilges, James
Olmsted Hub update - John Brady
Pearl Hub SN1 update - John Brady
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WEBCAST Aug 27 – NYC Mesh Org Meetup
On Tuesday Aug 27 2024, at 7pm ET, NYC Mesh will hold its monthly Monthly Org Meetup.
Program
• Marg and Andrew will present on our collaboration with Youth Action YouthBuild of East Harlem
• Mathew will give an overview of our Borough Park hub
• JohnB will present on Olmsted and SN1LIVESTREAM http://livestream.com/internetsociety/nycmesh-aug2024
PARTICIPATE F2F https://www.meet
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WEBCAST May 23 – NYC Mesh Org Meetup
On Tuesday May 28 2024, at 7pm EDT (23:00 UTC), NYC Mesh will hold its monthly Monthly Org Meetup.
Program
Updates on Olmsted Hub whole-building fiber install - John Brady
NYC Mesh Bushwick Neighborhood Update - Dan Miller
Talk About DNS - James
10 minute Presentation - Brian HallLIVESTREAM http://livestream.com/internetsociety/nycmesh-may2024
PARTICIPATE F2F https://www.me
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New year, new skills! Kick off 2024 with a free course through Learning @ Internet Society ➡️ https://internetsociety.org/learning/ All courses are free and are offered in English, French, and Spanish with some courses available in Arabic. ⭐️ Register today
#Internet #networking #encryption #communitynetworks #MANRS #NetOps #privacy #InternetGovernance #IXPs #InternetAccess