{"id":32589,"date":"2025-11-19T01:07:02","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T01:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=32589"},"modified":"2025-11-19T01:07:02","modified_gmt":"2025-11-19T01:07:02","slug":"become-a-youth-ambassador-for-internet-societyfully-funded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=32589","title":{"rendered":"Applications Open for the 2026 Internet Society Youth Ambassador Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-blockquote uagb-block-f4a239ba uagb-blockquote__skin-quotation uagb-blockquote__align-left uagb-blockquote__style-style_2 uagb-blockquote__stack-img-mobile\">\n<footer>\n<div class=\"uagb-blockquote__author-wrap uagb-blockquote__author-at-right\">\n<h1 data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"243\"><strong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"243\">Deadline: 2 December 2025<\/strong><\/h1>\n<h1 data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"243\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Are you a young leader passionate about <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"308\">Internet governance<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">, <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"328\">digital rights<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">, and <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"334\" data-end=\"372\">shaping the future of the Internet<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">? The Internet Society\u2019s <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"430\">2026 Youth Ambassador Program<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\"> is now accepting applications\u2014and this is your opportunity to join a global network of emerging Internet leaders committed to building an open, secure, and trustworthy Internet.<\/span><\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<footer>\n<div class=\"uagb-blockquote__author-wrap uagb-blockquote__author-at-right\">\n<p data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"747\">If you want to make a meaningful impact, strengthen your skills, and represent your community on a global stage, this program is for you.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"798\"><strong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"798\">What Is the Youth Ambassador Program?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"972\">Each year, the Internet Society selects <strong data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"884\">15 exceptional young people (ages 18\u201330)<\/strong> from around the world to participate in a <strong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"971\">12-month leadership and advocacy program<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1199\">Youth Ambassadors receive advanced training, global networking opportunities, and mentorship from top Internet governance experts. They also attend a major Internet event selected specifically for their profile and interests.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1308\">This program empowers young leaders to <strong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1279\">collaborate, innovate, and advocate<\/strong> for a better digital future.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1337\"><strong data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1337\">Do you want to:<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1684\">\u2713 make a big impact on Internet governance in your community?<br data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\" \/>\u2713 receive training and connect with a network of key influencers in the Internet governance sphere?<br data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1505\" \/>\u2713 attend a key Internet event?<br data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1538\" \/>\u2713 gain access to a platform where you can raise your voice on Internet issues that matter to you?<br data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1638\" \/>\u2713 influence policies that defend the Internet?<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1734\"><strong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1734\">Become an Internet Society Youth Ambassador!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1954\">Each year, the Internet Society chooses fifteen young, passionate people to participate in the Youth Ambassador Program, equipping the next generation of Internet leaders to collaborate and innovate for a better world.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1978\"><strong data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"1978\">Why Apply?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"2019\">This program brings the opportunity to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2978\">\n<li data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2215\">\n<p data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2215\">Join a network of knowledgeable Internet leaders who continue to develop their skills and competencies, actively support Internet Society\u2019s mission, and advocate for protecting the Internet.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2216\" data-end=\"2303\">\n<p data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2303\">Deepen your subject expertise through specific Internet governance online training.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2389\">\n<p data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2389\">Broaden your advocacy, communications, project management, and leadership skills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2511\">\n<p data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2511\">Attend a significant Internet event especially selected for you according to your preferences, profile, and location.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2512\" data-end=\"2587\">\n<p data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2587\">Engage and collaborate with key Internet stakeholders around the world.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2640\">\n<p data-start=\"2590\" data-end=\"2640\">Be mentored by key Internet leaders and experts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2751\">\n<p data-start=\"2643\" data-end=\"2751\">Develop the skills and connections needed to make more of an impact in your local community (and beyond!).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2978\">\n<p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2978\">Benefit from sharing networks, learning from each other\u2019s approaches, working together, and forging relationships that will significantly enhance your impact as future Internet leaders in your community, country, and region.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3006\"><strong data-start=\"2988\" data-end=\"3006\">Am I Eligible?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3008\" data-end=\"3034\">Applications are now open.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3056\">All applicants must:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3771\">\n<li data-start=\"3058\" data-end=\"3135\">\n<p data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3135\">Be between the ages of <strong data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3092\">18\u201330<\/strong> at the date of the submitted application<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3213\">\n<p data-start=\"3138\" data-end=\"3213\">Have a high level of <strong data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3211\">reading, speaking, and writing skills in English<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3285\">\n<p data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3285\">Be comfortable with <strong data-start=\"3236\" data-end=\"3283\">public speaking and communicating positions<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3388\">\n<p data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3388\">Have continuous <strong data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3323\">Internet access<\/strong> during all phases of the program and the appropriate equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3389\" data-end=\"3474\">\n<p data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3474\">Be able to dedicate a minimum of <strong data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3444\">4 hours per week<\/strong> during the 12-month program<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3475\" data-end=\"3565\">\n<p data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3565\">Be available for weekly meetings and webinars, usually between <strong data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3563\">11:00 and 16:00 UTC<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3566\" data-end=\"3633\">\n<p data-start=\"3568\" data-end=\"3633\">Be able to travel internationally and hold a <strong data-start=\"3613\" data-end=\"3631\">valid passport<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3771\">\n<p data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3677\"><strong data-start=\"3636\" data-end=\"3643\">Not<\/strong> have been previously selected as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3771\">\n<li data-start=\"3680\" data-end=\"3698\">\n<p data-start=\"3682\" data-end=\"3698\">IGF Ambassador<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3701\" data-end=\"3725\">\n<p data-start=\"3703\" data-end=\"3725\">IGF Youth Ambassador<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3748\">\n<p data-start=\"3730\" data-end=\"3748\">Youth@IGF Fellow<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3771\">\n<p data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3771\">Youth Ambassador<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3795\" data-end=\"3831\"><strong data-start=\"3798\" data-end=\"3831\">What\u2019s the Selection Process?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3833\" data-end=\"3953\">There is an annual selection process, with applications for each intake opening in the fall. The process has two phases:<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3955\" data-end=\"3984\"><strong data-start=\"3959\" data-end=\"3984\">1. Online Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3985\" data-end=\"4228\">A selection committee reviews all applications without identifying demographic information. The committee\u2014composed of Internet Society staff, alumni, and leaders from Chapters, Special Interest Groups, and Standing Groups\u2014scores candidates on:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"4230\" data-end=\"4411\">\n<li data-start=\"4230\" data-end=\"4286\">\n<p data-start=\"4232\" data-end=\"4286\">Alignment with Internet Society\u2019s mission and vision<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4411\">\n<p data-start=\"4289\" data-end=\"4411\">Demonstrated efforts in building, promoting, and defending an open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4457\"><strong data-start=\"4417\" data-end=\"4457\">2. Online Internet Governance Course<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4458\" data-end=\"4618\">The highest-scoring applicants take an online course on Internet governance. Participants are divided into three classes, each facilitated by a dedicated tutor.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4620\" data-end=\"4677\">The <strong data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4649\">15 top-rated students<\/strong> are chosen for the program.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4684\" data-end=\"4702\"><strong data-start=\"4687\" data-end=\"4702\">The Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4853\">As a Youth Ambassador, you are equipped with knowledge and skills to influence policies that defend the Internet while innovating for a better world.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4855\" data-end=\"4990\">You will also have the opportunity to attend an event especially selected for you according to your preferences, profile, and location.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4855\" data-end=\"4990\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/policy-programs\/youth-ambassadors\/curriculum\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out what you will learn<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"4997\" data-end=\"5012\"><strong data-start=\"5000\" data-end=\"5012\">Timeline<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5074\"><strong data-start=\"5014\" data-end=\"5034\">18 November 2025<\/strong><br data-start=\"5034\" data-end=\"5037\" \/>Online application submissions open<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5076\" data-end=\"5129\"><strong data-start=\"5076\" data-end=\"5095\">2 December 2025<\/strong><br data-start=\"5095\" data-end=\"5098\" \/>Application submissions close<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5188\"><strong data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5147\">January 2026<\/strong><br data-start=\"5147\" data-end=\"5150\" \/>Final selection and program kick-off<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"5131\" data-end=\"5188\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.smartsheet.com\/b\/form\/01995d62dab970dbbb00a8a5f9403cfe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3788\">Apply Today<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<footer>\n<div class=\"uagb-blockquote__author-wrap uagb-blockquote__author-at-right\">\n<h2 data-start=\"5195\" data-end=\"5252\"><strong data-start=\"5198\" data-end=\"5252\">What Alumni Say About the Youth Ambassador Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"5254\" data-end=\"5673\"><strong data-start=\"5254\" data-end=\"5656\">\u201cBeing selected for the Youth Ambassador Program has been an enriching experience. The program allowed me to delve deeper into key topics such as Internet governance, digital inclusion, and cybersecurity while connecting with inspiring peers and mentors from across the globe. This fellowship strengthened my skills in advocating for equitable digital policies and inclusive governance frameworks.\u201d<\/strong><br data-start=\"5656\" data-end=\"5659\" \/>\u2014 <em data-start=\"5661\" data-end=\"5673\">Fatou Sarr<\/em><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5675\" data-end=\"6119\"><strong data-start=\"5675\" data-end=\"6092\">\u201cThe program is daunting but you will pull through with the best cohort members, supportive program managers, mentors, and selfless facilitators who will make the program worthwhile and enjoyable. It has truly been a remarkable year for me, one that I will not forget in a hurry. I am so confident this program has prepared me for the world of technology policy that I will be delving into in the next few years.\u201d<\/strong><br data-start=\"6092\" data-end=\"6095\" \/>\u2014 <em data-start=\"6097\" data-end=\"6119\">Susan Ibukun Akinade<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"6126\" data-end=\"6162\"><strong data-start=\"6129\" data-end=\"6162\">2026 Program In-Kind Sponsors<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ycigweb.wordpress.com\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Screenshot-2021-05-31-at-15.49.43.png\" alt=\"youth coalition on internet governance logo\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youthigf.com\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/active.png\" alt=\"YIGF logo\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/youthsig.org\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Screenshot-2021-05-31-at-15.49.31.png\" alt=\"Youth observatory logo\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center uag-hide-tab uag-hide-mob is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column uag-hide-tab uag-hide-mob is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/div>\n<p>If you would like to support the program through sponsorship, please get in touch with us at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mail.google.com\/mail\/?view=cm&amp;fs=1&amp;tf=1&amp;to=fellowships@isoc.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fellowships@isoc.org<\/a>\u00a0to discuss how.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.smartsheet.com\/b\/form\/01995d62dab970dbbb00a8a5f9403cfe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong data-start=\"3773\" data-end=\"3788\">Apply Today<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>For more information<\/strong>, please visit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/policy-programs\/youth-ambassadors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.internetsociety.org\/policy-programs\/youth-ambassadors\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deadline: 2 December 2025 Are you a young leader passionate about Internet governance, digital rights, and shaping the future of the Internet? 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