FULLY FUNDED TO LISBON, PORTUGAL : Apply for the ICANN88 Fellowship Program 2027
Applications are now open for the ICANN88 Fellowship Program, offering individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities the opportunity to participate in the ICANN Community Forum scheduled to take place in Lisbon, Portugal, from 13–18 March 2027.
The fellowship is designed to strengthen participation in the global multistakeholder Internet governance ecosystem by equipping emerging leaders with the knowledge, mentorship, and practical experience needed to contribute to Internet policy development and the security and stability of the Domain Name System (DNS).
About the Fellowship
The ICANN Fellowship Program supports participants from diverse regions and professional backgrounds who are interested in Internet governance, digital policy, and technical coordination. Fellows receive structured learning opportunities before, during, and after the ICANN Public Meeting while engaging directly with the global ICANN community.
The programme also provides mentorship and networking opportunities to help participants become active contributors to ICANN's policy development processes.
Ideal Applicants
The fellowship is suitable for:
- Young professionals
- Internet governance practitioners
- Technical experts
- Civil society representatives
- Government officials
- Academics and researchers
- Private sector professionals
- Digital rights advocates
- ICT professionals
- Students with relevant experience
Fellowship Requirements
Selected participants are expected to:
- Participate in all mentoring activities.
- Complete required online learning modules.
- Attend fellowship sessions during the ICANN Public Meeting.
- Engage with mentors, fellows, alumni, and the wider ICANN community.
- Complete programme evaluations after the meeting.
- Continue contributing to ICANN initiatives following the fellowship.
Special Recognition Awards
Returning fellows may also be considered for additional recognition, including:
- Tarek Kamel Fellowship Recognition, which honors exceptional contributions to ICANN's capacity-building efforts.
- Paul Muchene Fellow Award, presented to a technically qualified fellow based in the African region in recognition of outstanding engagement and leadership.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on:
- Interest in Internet governance and ICANN's mission
- Leadership potential
- Commitment to community engagement
- Diversity and regional representation
- Ability to contribute to the multistakeholder model
- Potential for continued participation after the fellowship
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 21 July 2026
- Application Deadline: 21 August 2026 (23:59 UTC)
- Selection Results: 10 November 2026
- ICANN88 Community Forum: 13–18 March 2027
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
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Additional Information
- Access to comprehensive fellowship training before, during, and after the meeting
- One-on-one mentorship from experienced ICANN community members
- Networking opportunities with global Internet governance experts
- Participation in ICANN Public Meeting sessions and community activities
- Exposure to global Internet policy development and multistakeholder governance
- Continued engagement through the ICANN Fellowship alumni network
If the meeting is held virtually, the fellowship programme will also be delivered online while maintaining its key learning components.
- Be at least 21 years old.
- Demonstrate an interest in Internet governance, domain name systems, cybersecurity, or ICANN policy development.
- Complete the required ICANN Learn training courses.
- Not be participating in another ICANN-supported travel programme at the time of selection.
- Have received no more than two previous ICANN Fellowships.
- Returning applicants must demonstrate continued engagement with the ICANN community.
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