NetMission.Asia Ambassador: A journey of Exploring Internet Governance through an Asia Pacific Perspective"

Initially, my encounter with the term "internet governance" left me with a vague understanding, as Google's explanation provided only a basic overview. However, my curiosity was piqued, prompting me to delve deeper into the subject. This journey into the realm of internet governance commenced last year, around mid-April, with my involvement in 'Youth Internet Governance-INDIA' (https://youthigf.in/). Through YIGF-India, I gained valuable insights into Internet governance, particularly from the perspective of my home country, India. Expanding my horizons to encompass the Asia Pacific region, I embarked on a new path with NetMission.Asia (https://netmission.asia/). NetMission.Asia is described as a network comprising passionate young individuals from Asia, committed to engaging and empowering youth in internet governance discourse. Their goal is to foster youth mobility and effect positive change within Asia through impactful initiatives in Internet governance.

The journey as an Ambassador and eager learner commenced in December 2023. Being selected and introduced to our supportive buddies by the NetMission team marked a warm and engaging beginning to our experience. The orientation day provided us with invaluable insights into how NetMission.Asia is actively contributing to fortifying the role of the Asia Pacific region in shaping and comprehending Internet Governance. Throughout this journey, we underwent significant learning experiences, delving into diverse topics such as the essence of Internet Governance, the pivotal role of the Asia Pacific in this domain, and nuanced concepts like Diversity, Inclusivity, Green Tech, Web 3.0, and the Digital Economy. Our exploration extended to encompass emerging technologies, cybersecurity, privacy, and fostering a safer internet, among other crucial aspects.

Participating in virtual meetings with professionals actively engaged in various levels of the Internet Governance (IG) platform, such as UNIGF, ICANN, APNIC, IETF, and ITU, proved to be highly informative, enriching, and interactive. Engaging in breakout groups for each session provided ample opportunity for brainstorming and exchanging ideas. Documenting our learnings in worksheets, summarizing viewpoints from a visionary perspective, and collaborating in diverse groups under the banner of different organizations were all integral components of this journey. However, the highlight undoubtedly was the opportunity to showcase our achievements through case studies with our respective groups, an aspect of the experience that I found particularly rewarding.


Over two months, juggling regular Thursday sessions alongside daily tasks posed a significant challenge. However, despite its demanding nature, the experience proved to be immensely rewarding. I sincerely hope that more individuals get the chance to engage with NetMission, enabling young minds to contribute their unique perspectives on Internet governance in their respective countries and across the Asia Pacific region. In summary, if I were to describe this journey in a few words, I would call it "wonderful, amazing, and transformational."

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