This year’s conference theme, Forging Digital Societies, is inspired by two main concepts: the idea that computer networks, by supporting human interactions, help to create and forge digital societies is combined with the innovative model of Estonia’s e-residency programme.  TNC is the place where our community gathers to shape the future of research and education forging the society of the future with digital ‘fire’ and passion for innovation and progress. TNC19 will also focus on the following sub-themes and areas of interest: Network, Trust & Identity,                                                                                                            Security, Supporting Research & Education, and Communities & Collaboration.