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The Internet is for everyone. Every island, every community.
The Hawaii Chapter of the Internet Society works to keep the Internet open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy for the people of Hawaiʻi.
Who we are
Bridging the digital divide across our island communities.
ISOC-HI is a nonprofit, local chapter of the global Internet Society. We advocate for policies and technical solutions that make connectivity affordable, reliable and safe for every resident of Hawaiʻi.
Guided by the principle of Aloha, we work to position Hawaiʻi as a leader in the digital Pacific.
Our work
Where we focus
01
Indigenous connectivity
We work with Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island communities to expand Internet access on their own terms, so connectivity strengthens culture, language and self-determination.
02
Digital inclusion
We advocate for affordable service, devices and digital skills, so every resident, from rural neighborhoods to kūpuna, can take part online.
03
Infrastructure resilience
Island networks depend on a few undersea cables and exposed lines. We push for the redundancy and planning that keep Hawaiʻi connected through storms, outages and cable cuts.
Our history
Part of the Internet’s story in the Pacific since 1995.
1995
Founded in Honolulu
The chapter was founded alongside the 5th Annual INET International Networking Conference, held in Honolulu.
2019
Revitalized
Renewed to take on indigenous connectivity, digital inclusion and infrastructure resilience.
2026
Back and building
After a long hiatus, the chapter is reviving its programs and membership.
News & events
Latest from the chapter
Get involved
Help build Hawaiʻi’s digital future.
Membership in the Internet Society is free. Join, then add the Hawaii Chapter in the community directory to get chapter updates.