Sleeping Giants Brasil, Brazil
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Communications and am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Laws at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. My academic background has allowed me to explore the intersections of law, communication, and information technologies, with a strong focus on internet governance and digital policies. In addition to my studies, I have gained practical experience working in the Advocacy Team at Sleeping Giants Brasil (SGBR), where I work on research related to digital issues, policy development, legal analysis, and digital public advocacy.
Fellow Report:
Participating in EuroSSIG as a fellow was an incredible experience. The programme’s depth and breadth introduced me to numerous new aspects of Internet governance while also giving me a more structured understanding of debates and issues with which I was already familiar.
Although I have been studying Internet regulation for over a decade, this was the first time I
had the opportunity to engage directly with the people who design and operate the
rights, as well as to be introduced to completely new areas such as cybersecurity and virtual worlds.
One of the highlights of the school was the opportunity to gain practical experience by contributing to the WSIS discussions and participating in the group exercise on AI and human rights. This hands-on engagement with multistakeholder processes, alongside a truly international and diverse group of peers, was both inspiring and exciting.
On a personal level, the chance to interact with the faculty outside the classroom was a real asset of the school. These informal exchanges fostered an environment of openness, learning, and cooperation. As someone who has been conducting research on DNS governance for the past few years, the opportunity to speak directly with representatives from ICANN, Verisign, and ccTLD operators was especially remarkable. Additionally, experiencing an ideal environment of multistakeholder collaboration has increased my appreciation for this governance model. While critical perspectives remain important for its ongoing improvement, I now understand its strengths and complexities on a much deeper level.
Overall, EuroSSIG has been a unique and rewarding experience. It not only broadened my knowledge but also gave me the chance to connect with people I would not have met otherwise. I would like to especially thank Sandra, Wolfgang, and Carsten for their welcoming and for their generosity in keeping such a valuable project alive for almost 20 years. I leave EuroSSIG with a renewed sense of purpose in contributing to the development of the Internet and its governance.