The Internet Society has introduced the Online Trust and Safety Hub, a comprehensive global resource available in various languages, aimed at enhancing online protection and user confidence. This initiative launched on September 30th, 2026, in Washington, DC, is a component of the broader Safer Internet Initiative.
Empowering Online Users
The newly launched Hub serves as a pivotal element of the Internet Society’s strategy to equip individuals and communities with essential knowledge and resources. It emphasizes the collective responsibility of governments, industries, platforms, and civil societies in fostering a secure and reliable Internet environment.
Addressing the Rise of Online Scams
Online scams exploit fundamental human emotions like trust and urgency, targeting individuals irrespective of age, background, or technical proficiency. The Online Trust and Safety Hub aims to simplify guidance by providing practical and trustworthy resources to help users identify and mitigate online risks.
Dr. Joseph Lorenzo Hall, Distinguished Technologist at the Internet Society, noted, “Scammers exploit human qualities, but our guidance should remain straightforward. The Hub consolidates essential resources to assist people in recognizing risks and making informed choices, contributing to a safer Internet for all.”
Resource Accessibility and Community Involvement
This free resource offers a range of tools, including anti-scam guidance, educational videos, online courses, and downloadable materials. The Hub is tailored for individual users, the Internet Society’s global network, and other community organizations, benefiting from insights gathered from diverse communities such as women-led groups and displaced populations.
The Internet Society underscores that ensuring online safety is not solely an individual task. Collective efforts from platforms, industries, governments, and civil society are crucial in building a secure online ecosystem.
Supported by contributions from the Internet Society’s community and Google.org, the Hub provides accessible safety resources globally. Users can explore the Online Trust & Safety Hub at onlinesafety.internetsociety.org.
About the Internet Society
Established in 1992, the Internet Society is a global non-profit organization committed to ensuring the Internet is accessible to all. Through its extensive network of members and chapters worldwide, the organization advocates for Internet policies and standards that maintain an open, globally connected, and secure Internet. Learn more at internetsociety.org.
