📅 22–26 September 2025 | 📍 University of Łódź, Faculty of Law and Administration
We are excited to announce this year’s Summer School on Internet Governance and International Law (SSIGIL 2025). This initiative is part of an Internet Society Foundation research project on Satellite Broadband and International Law, co-organized with GigaNet – Global Internet Governance Academic Network, and conducted in partnership with:
Global Forum on Cyber Expertise (GFCE)
United Nations University – Comparative Regional Integration Studies (UNU-CRIS)
Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)
University of Surrey
Stetson University College of Law
This year’s edition will focus on Satellite Connectivity, Disaster Relief, Internet Governance, and International Law, offering interactive discussions, hands-on exercises, and practical knowledge exchange.
We welcome applications from individuals with interests in:
Satellite connectivity and broadband regulation
Disaster preparedness and emergency response
Internet governance and cybersecurity
International law relevant to connectivity and disaster zones
Sustainable development in disaster zones
Participation is free of charge.
Fellowships are available to support accommodation and a lump-sum contribution toward travel expenses. Applicants requesting a fellowship should explicitly explain their financial support needs in their motivation letter.
Due to the interactive format, space is limited to ensure meaningful engagement.
Applicants should submit:
Motivation letter (max. 500 words) explaining why you wish to participate, alignment with the Summer School themes, and, if applicable, fellowship support request.
Curriculum Vitae (CV) (max. 2 pages).
📌 Deadline for Applications: 1 September 2025
Submit your application via the online form here:
👉 Application Form – SSIGIL 2025
Alternatively, applications can be sent directly by email (motivation letter + CV) to: ssigil@uni.lodz.pl
The SSIGIL Programme Committee will review applications on a rolling basis. Selected participants will be notified after the application deadline.
We look forward to welcoming a dynamic group of participants to SSIGIL 2025, fostering active learning, knowledge exchange, and collaborative problem-solving in the context of disaster zone connectivity, Internet governance, and international law.