A community based Internet leadership initiative empowering the next generation across Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Next Generation (SLNG) is a community based initiative dedicated to empowering students, young professionals, researchers and technology enthusiasts. We are an ICANN recognized At-Large Structure (ALS) representing Internet end users in Sri Lanka.
SLNG is a member of the Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Regional At-Large Organization (APRALO), connecting the local community to the global multi-stakeholder Internet ecosystem — including ICANN, APNIC and the Asia Pacific Next Generation (APNG).
The principles that guide every SLNG program, workshop and community conversation.
Develop future Internet leaders by providing education, mentorship and networking opportunities, and raise awareness of Internet governance across Sri Lanka.
A knowledgeable, inclusive and empowered Sri Lankan Internet community, where youth participate confidently in shaping the global Internet.
Inclusion, collaboration and lifelong learning — bringing senior leaders and youth together to strengthen Sri Lanka's Internet.
Our flagship program identifies young professionals and students interested in Internet technologies and grows them through leadership development, governance awareness and technical knowledge sharing — guided by prominent local experts.
SLNG is a nonprofit, community-based organization governed by an executive committee elected by its membership. Roles include:
Certified as an ICANN At-Large Structure in 2015, SLNG connects Sri Lanka's Internet end users to global governance through APRALO and long-standing partners.
A decade of building Sri Lanka's Internet community, step by step.
SLNG was recognized as an ALS representing Internet end users in Sri Lanka within the ICANN community.
SLNG and APNIC agreed to cooperate and encourage the development of the Internet in Sri Lanka.
Joint trainings with APNIC and full fellowships offered to students from Sri Lankan universities.
Community-driven camps empowering the next generation of Internet builders across the country.
Focused on Internet governance, cybersecurity, emerging technologies and youth empowerment.
Everything you need to know about SLNG and how to take part.
Sri Lanka Next Generation (SLNG) is a community based initiative and an ICANN recognized At-Large Structure (ALS) representing Internet end users in Sri Lanka. We empower students, young professionals, researchers and technology enthusiasts.
An At-Large Structure is a community group recognized by ICANN to represent the interests of individual Internet users. SLNG has held ALS status since 2015 and is a member of APRALO, the regional At-Large organization for Asia, Australasia and the Pacific Islands.
Anyone interested in the Internet — students, young professionals, researchers and technology enthusiasts across Sri Lanka. You can take part in workshops, apply for fellowships, volunteer, or join the Next Generation Leaders program.
We run training and workshops, technical and policy discussions, network security trainings, IPv6 programs, Safer Internet initiatives, ICT career guidance, APNG local camps and the flagship Next Generation Leaders (NGL) program.
You can get involved as a participant, mentor, volunteer, partner or sponsor or support us with a donation. Visit our Get Involved section to learn more.
Join a workshop, apply for a fellowship, mentor a student, or partner with us on the next program.
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