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Next Generation Leaders program
Applications are open for the NGL program — leadership development, governance awareness and technical knowledge sharing, guided by local experts.
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SLNG is a community based initiative dedicated to empowering students, young professionals, researchers and technology enthusiasts — as an ICANN recognized At-Large Structure representing Internet end users in Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka Next Generation (SLNG) is a community based Internet initiative and an ICANN recognized At-Large Structure (ALS) representing Internet end users in Sri Lanka. We bring together students, young professionals, researchers and technology enthusiasts to learn, lead and shape the future of the Internet.
Our purpose is to build a knowledgeable, inclusive and empowered Sri Lankan Internet community — developing future leaders through education, mentorship, fellowships and networking. From workshops and camps to policy conversations, we create spaces where the next generation can grow.
As a member of the Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Regional At-Large Organization (APRALO), SLNG connects the local community to the global multi-stakeholder ecosystem — including ICANN, APNIC and the Asia Pacific Next Generation (APNG).
SLNG is a nonprofit that operates transparently — accountable to its members and to the global Internet community it is part of.
ICANN At-Large Structure since 2015A certified At-Large Structure representing Sri Lanka's Internet end users, and a member of APRALO.
Governed by an executive committee elected by its membership — never by any single individual.
Our governance and conduct are set out in a ByLaw that anyone in the community can read.
Contributions support training, fellowships and community programs for Sri Lankan youth.
To develop future Internet leaders in Sri Lanka by providing education, mentorship and networking opportunities, and to raise awareness of Internet governance across the community.
To build a knowledgeable, inclusive, and empowered Sri Lankan Internet community that contributes to the future development of the global Internet.
Four priorities shaping SLNG's programs, workshops and community discussions this year.
DNS, policy development and digital rights — helping the community engage with how the Internet is run.
Online safety and DNS abuse prevention through practical trainings and awareness initiatives.
AI, IoT and cloud computing — exploring the technologies shaping tomorrow's Internet.
Workshops, fellowships and mentorship that open doors for the next generation of leaders.
The NGL program identifies young professionals and students interested in Internet technologies and supports them through leadership development, governance awareness and technical knowledge sharing.
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.
The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow. SLNG exists to empower that next generation and to give Sri Lanka a confident voice in the global Internet.Sri Lanka Next Generation
News, programs and milestones from across the SLNG community.
Applications are open for the NGL program — leadership development, governance awareness and technical knowledge sharing, guided by local experts.
Read more →SLNG offers full fellowships so talented students can attend network security workshops and forums.
Read more →An MoU with APNIC to cooperate on developing the Internet in Sri Lanka, including joint trainings.
Read more →Key links across SLNG and the global Internet community we're part of.
A glimpse of the people and events behind SLNG.
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.
Whether you want to learn, mentor, volunteer or partner with us — there's a place for you in the SLNG community.
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