Creating an open and safe digital space for the development and prosperity of Kazakhstan
280 Baizakov Street
The Qazaqstan IGF is a part of the global Internet Governance Forum (IGF), mandated by the United Nations. Regional and national IGF initiatives represented in 85 countries and 17 regions across four continents.
Qazaqstan IGF is a unique annual national forum on internet governance, bringing together representatives from government authorities , the private sector, civil society, and academia to discuss a wide range of issues related to internet governance and cybersecurity.
Our mission is to promote development of cyberspace in Kazakhstan that is open, innovative, and secure for all citizens and participants. We aim to ensure balanced internet governance, taking into account the interests of society, business, and the government.
Ruslan Daiyrbekov, the founder of the Eurasian Digital Foundation (civil society)
Sarkis Darbinyan, cyberlawyer, dedicated advocate of open-source and decentralized IT solutions (private sector)
Ms. Anja Gengo, Programme Management Officer, Internet Governance Forum, Division for Public Institutions and Digital Government (UN)
Denis Khoroshun, project coordinator (civil society)
Nurbol Meyrmanov, technology manager (IT-community, business)
Dana Utegen, Adjunct Professor at Maqsut Narikbayev University (Academic Circles)
Batyrbek Umarov, founder of the blockchain community of Kazakhstan (IT-community, busines)
Yelzhan Kabyshev, human rights activist, cyberlawyer (civil society)
Yrysty Zhalilkhanova, Head of the Department for the Development of Personal Data Protection, Committee on Information Security, Ministry of AI and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan (government)
OPENNESS AND ACCESSIBILITY
We advocate for unrestricted access to information, ensuring the openness of the internet for all citizens and organizations in Kazakhstan. We believe that the internet should serve as a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, innovations, and the growth of the digital economy.
CYBERSECURITY
We prioritize ensuring the security of the online space.
DIGITAL RIGHTS
We aim to protect the digital rights of citizens, including the right to freedom of expression and data privacy, and uphold ethical standards and principles online.
INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT
We promote innovative development in digital technologies in Kazakhstan and support research, advancement, and the implementation of new digital solutions that contribute to the progress of society and the economy.
PARTICIPATION AND COLLABORATION
We provide with a platform for dialogue and collaboration among citizens, businesses, and the government, aiming for balanced solutions that consider a diversity of voices and opinions.
SUPPORTING THE DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
We collaborate with participants in the digital ecosystem, including the government, private sector, and society, to jointly develop digital infrastructure and promote innovative growth.
For any inquiries, please contact us at: igf@igf.kz
For media inquiries: achoibekova@igf.kz