About Teen IGF

A global, teen-led movement building the next generation of digital policy leaders — through dialogue, education, and collaboration.

Our Story

Teen IGF began with a simple observation: teenagers are among the internet’s most active users, yet rarely have a seat at the table when digital policy is shaped. A small group of teen advocates set out to change that.

Today, Teen IGF connects 1,500+ members across 10+ countries, running forums, workshops, and dialogues that feed directly into the global Internet Governance Forum ecosystem.

Our Mission & Vision

Mission

To empower teenagers worldwide with the knowledge, skills and platforms to actively shape internet governance and digital policy.

Vision

A digital world that is safe, inclusive and accountable — co-designed by the generation that will inherit it.

Our Values

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Youth Voice

Every teen deserves to be heard.

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Respect

Dialogue across differences, in good faith.

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Inclusion

Voices from every region and background.

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Collaboration

We grow faster together than alone.

Advisory Board

Guided by experienced professionals from diverse fields.

Kathie CalkinsKeyes
Kathie CalkinsKeyes
Global Teen Dialogue & Mediation Advisor
Bea Guevarra
Bea Guevarra
Digital Future & Teen Leadership Advisor
Dr. Eva Indruchova
Dr. Eva Indruchova
Global Teen Wellbeing Advisor
Dau Mittal
Dau Mittal
IG Liaison, Nyayapath