IGF Policy Network on Digital Inclusion

IGF Policy Network on Digital Inclusion

Universal & Meaningful Connectivity for All

PNDI advances policies and practices to ensure Internet access is not only available, but also relevant, inclusive, and sustainable, with a strong focus on the Global South and underserved regions.

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What is PNDI?

PN Digital Inclusion is the evolution of the IGF Policy Network on Meaningful Access (PNMA), carrying its work forward in substance and in format. It brings all stakeholders - governments, civil society, private sector and the technical community - together to share evidence and good practices, shape policy options, and drive progress toward universal and meaningful connectivity through open, inclusive and bottom-up consultations. A Multistakeholder Working Group (MWG) will continue to translate community inputs into concrete outputs and actionable next steps via regular meetings and contributions from diverse regions and sectors.

Building on PNMA's work to date, including its focus on GDC implementation, measuring progress on meaningful access, and its repository of good practices, PN Digital Inclusion will carry this foundation forward into the IGF 2026 cycle. The network's areas of work are expected to include:

  • Advance GDC implementation by identifying best practices and policy solutions for meaningful access.
  • Develop strategies to measure progress and effectiveness in providing meaningful access.
  • Strengthen multistakeholder cooperation across governments, civil society, technical experts, and the private sector.
  • Curate and expand the PNMA repository of good practices and policy models.
  • Engage regional and global forums (e.g., UNGA, African Union, League of Arab States) to promote meaningful access.

These priorities reflect PNMA's foundation. All stakeholders will be invited soon to join and help shape this next phase of the work, including confirming the specific 2026 focus areas.

IGF 2025 PNMA OUTPUT REPORT

Learn about the main findings of a year-long PNMA multistakeholder discussions on meaningful access. 

Read the Report

PNMA at the 20th IGF

Preview and share the speakers of PNMA’s 2025 main session.


 

Watch the Recording 

Best Practices Repository

Explore PNMA’s repository of best practices and policy models to support knowledge sharing and capacity building.

Open repository 

Activities & Meetings

PNMA Meeting I - 4 April 2025

Summary Report
PNMA Meeting II - 29 April 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting III - 13 May 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting IV - 26 May 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting V - 4 June 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting VI - 13 June 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Main Session at the 20th IGF in Norway
26 June 2025
Recording & Summary Report
PNMA Meeting VII - 7 August 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting VIII - 26 September 2025 Summary Report
PNMA Meeting IX - 23 October 2025 Summary Report

IGF 2025 PNMA Output Document

Facilitators and Multistakeholder Working Group

The PNMA is a community-centered initiative that is open for anyone to join and contribute to at any time. Its activities are guided by a co-facilitator appointed by the MAG, along with a multi-stakeholder working group, whose membership is listed on this page.

Co-facilitators: 

  • Mr. Giacomo Mazzone, Independent expert
  • Mr. Alhagie Mbow, Member of Parliament of The Gambia & Pan African Parliament; Co-Founder & Vice Chairperson of African Parliamentary Network on Internet Governance

IGF Consultant: Ms. Daphnee Prates Iglesias, Independent Expert for Digital Policies and Governance


Reports & resources

IGF 2024 PMNA Report
Bridging the Digital Divide
Advancing Meaningful Access Through Policy and Practice

IGF 2023 PNMA Report 
Meaningful Access to
Include and Connect

IGF 2022 and IGF 2021 Reports 

How to join

Participate in meetings

Join open PNDI calls and working sessions. Notices and materials are shared via the mailing list.

Subscribe: PNDI mailing list or email [email protected]

Contribute inputs

Share research, case studies, and feedback on drafts to inform recommendations.

See calls for input

Spread the word

Reference PNDI’s repository and literature list in your community to help scale meaningful access.

Download a share card

Contact

Questions about participation or materials? Email [email protected]

IGF PNDI is an intersessional community-driven activity of the IGF.