Internet Governance Forum Events
Supports recognized IGF events and schools to advance inclusive, multi-stakeholder Internet governance dialogue and leadership development worldwide.
Funder: Internet Society Foundation
Due Dates: October 1, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to USD $7,500 (National IGFs/Schools) | Up to USD $15,000 (Sub-Regional/Regional Schools) | Up to USD $25,000 (Recognized Regional IGFs); one NRI and one SIG grant per organization per year.
Summary: Supports recognized IGF events and schools to foster inclusive, multi-stakeholder Internet governance dialogue and develop future leaders globally.
Key Information: Applications must be submitted at least 8 weeks before the proposed event; funding is first-come, first-served and may close early if budget is depleted.
Description
This grant program from the Internet Society Foundation provides funding to support the organization of United Nations IGF Secretariat-recognized National and Regional Initiatives (NRIs) and National and Regional Schools on Internet Governance (SIGs). The aim is to foster open, non-commercial, and inclusive multi-stakeholder dialogue on Internet governance and to build the capacity of diverse actors to participate in and shape the future of Internet governance. Funding covers event organization, outreach, and participation support for recognized NRIs, youth initiatives, and schools, with a particular focus on strengthening dialogue and developing future leaders in the Internet governance ecosystem.
