Internet Society Fellowship Program
Internet Society Fellowship Program supports Internet changemakers and emerging leaders with training, mentorship, and practical projects to strengthen an open, connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet.
Funder: Internet Society
Due Dates: November 22, 2026 (Pre-Fellowship Training completion) | December 18, 2026 (Fellowship application)
Funding Amounts: Up to USD $5,000 in project funding, plus event travel support; 10-month fellowship with six-month projects
Summary: Supports individuals with training, mentorship, and practical project funding to strengthen an open, connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet.
Key Information: Completing required Pre-Fellowship Training is mandatory before applying and does not guarantee selection or funding.
Description
The Internet Society Fellowship Program is a 10-month learning and leadership experience for experienced Internet changemakers and emerging leaders. It combines pre-fellowship training, foundational leadership learning, dedicated mentorship, expert engagement, and participation in relevant Internet community events. Three tracks support work in Internet policy and community mobilization, connectivity and infrastructure, and Internet safety and security.
Each fellow designs and implements a six-month practical project addressing an Internet-related challenge in their community, country, region, or area of expertise. Projects translate learning into tangible results, such as policy briefs, research reports, training programs, workshops, technical resources, awareness campaigns, or operational guides. The program emphasizes locally grounded, achievable work that contributes to a stronger, more open, globally connected, and secure Internet, with regular progress reporting and final outputs demonstrating impact.
