The APNIC Foundation's brand, ISIF Asia, is dedicated to promoting innovation and development in the field of internet technology. ISIF Asia is the Foundation's primary grants and awards fund, providing funding and support for initiatives in the areas of Infrastructure, Inclusion, and Knowledge. Their goal is to create a global, open, stable, and secure internet that is accessible and affordable to everyone in the Asia Pacific community.

ISIF Asia invites proposals from entrepreneurs, researchers, community leaders, and innovative thinkers in the region. These proposals are carefully reviewed by a selection committee, and successful applicants receive funding to bring their ideas to life. The foundation has sponsored and nurtured numerous projects that have made significant contributions to the internet's development in the Asia Pacific.

ISIF Asia's investments focus on technical and operational projects, as well as initiatives that promote gender equality, social inclusion, and capacity-building. They support a wide range of projects, from strengthening network protocols to developing AI tools for cybersecurity, and from implementing accessibility standards for visually impaired users to deploying connectivity solutions in remote communities using innovative technologies. To date, ISIF Asia has supported 121 grants and 31 awards, allocating over USD 7.

43 million to 152 initiatives in 31 economies. Their work extends across the Asia Pacific region, partnering with organizations in various countries to create a unique and collaborative community that plays a crucial role in the ongoing development of the internet. If you or your organization are interested in funding partnerships to further strengthen ISIF Asia's offerings, they welcome you to get in touch.

Together, we can make a bigger impact and create a more connected and inclusive internet for everyone