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) | December 18, 2026 (Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to USD $5,000 for project costs within a 10-month fellowship, plus event travel support
Summary: Supports individual Internet changemakers and emerging leaders through training, mentorship, and practical projects advancing Internet policy, connectivity, safety, and security.
Key Information: Required Pre-Fellowship Training must be completed before applicants receive the fellowship application link.
Description
The Internet Society Fellowship Program is a 10-month learning and leadership experience for experienced Internet changemakers and emerging leaders. It combines foundational learning, expert engagement, mentorship, participation in Internet community events, and a six-month practical project. Fellows work on locally grounded challenges in their communities, countries, regions, or areas of expertise, with the goal of strengthening an open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy Internet.
The program has three tracks: Internet Policy and Mobilization, Internet Connectivity, and Internet Safety and Security. Projects may involve policy initiatives, community campaigns, research, training, technical deployments, or practical tools. Expected outputs include policy briefs, research reports, workshops, technical resources, implementation plans, awareness campaigns, toolkits, or operational guides. The emphasis is on achievable real-world change rather than purely academic or theoretical work.
