Applicant Criteria
- Nationality: All nationalities
- Age: 21-40
- Gender: Both genders
- Conference venue: Lisbon, Portugal
- Application Deadline: August 21, 2026 at 23:59 GMT
Description
The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Fellowship Program is a fully funded international opportunity for young professionals interested in Internet governance and digital policy. The program allows participants to attend ICANN global meetings, gain practical experience in Internet governance, and network with international experts in technology and digital policy. The program aims to empower participants from developing countries and enhance their participation in global decision-making related to the Internet and its infrastructure.
Benefits and Advantages
- Full coverage of travel and accommodation costs
- Round-trip airfare
- Daily allowance to cover expenses
- Attendance at international ICANN meetings
- Hands-on training in internet policy and governance
- Opportunity to network with global experts
- Building a strong international network
- Official ICANN certificate of participation
Application Criteria
- Applicants must be from developing or underrepresented countries in the field of the internet
- Interest in internet governance, digital policy, or technology
- No specific university major is required (but technical/legal/policy/communications fields are preferred)
- Good command of English
- Ability to participate effectively in international meetings
- Previous experience or activities in community or technical work are preferred
