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Application Deadline: 5 December 2026 at 23:59 UTC Time.
Applications are now open for the ICANN89 Policy Forum Fellowship Program 2027. The goal of the ICANN Fellowship Program is to strengthen the representation of the multistakeholder model by fostering opportunities for individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities to become active participants in the ICANN community.
Fellows are exposed to the workings of the ICANN community, are assigned a mentor, and receive training across different areas of knowledge and skill building before, during, and after an ICANN Public Meeting. Travel assistance to attend the meeting is also provided.
The ICANN Policy Forum is open only to Fellowship Program alumni who are actively engaged in ICANN org’s multi-stakeholder community. A successful candidate can receive a fellowship up to three times.
Eligibility
Candidates from all regions and sectors are welcome to apply to the ICANN Fellowship Program.
Participants of the Fellowship Program must:
- Be at least 21 years of age by the time of the application submission
- Be interested in, or already engaged in, the various components of ICANN’s work in policy building, the operation of the Domain Name System and the security and stability of the global Internet
- Complete mandatory ICANN Learn course(s); learn more here
- NOT be involved in or associated with other ICANN supported travel programs at time of selection
- Policy Forum applicants must have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship
- Have previously received no more than two fellowships; second and third time fellows must prove their involvement and engagement in one of the ICANN communities
Requirements
Fellowship recipients are expected to:
- Engage in Fellowship Program Mentoring processes
- Complete additional required ICANN Learn courses
- Attend the ICANN Public Meeting and required activities, including but not limited to ICANN Fellowship sessions during the ICANN Meeting
- Network and interact with program alumni and community members
- Complete the post-meeting survey
Participants receive comprehensive training on:
- Internet Governance
- Domain Name System (DNS)
- Cybersecurity and Internet Stability
- ICANN Policy Development
- Digital Policy
- Global Internet Ecosystem
Benefits
Selected fellows will receive:
- Round-trip international airfare
- $500 Stipend
- Hotel accommodation
- Local transportation support
- Fellowship training sessions
- Mentorship before, during, and after the meeting
Required Documents
Applicants generally need:
- Online application form
- Personal statement
- Updated CV or Resume
- Evidence of community engagement (if applicable)
- Completion of mandatory ICANN Learn course(s)
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the ICANN89 Policy Forum Fellowship Program