Applications Invited for Youth Ambassador Program

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About the Organization

The Internet Society supports and promotes the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to enrich people’s lives, and a force for good in society.

Our work aligns with our goals for the Internet to be open, globally connected, secure, and trustworthy. We seek collaboration with all who share these goals.

Together, we focus on:

• Building and supporting the communities that make the Internet work
• Advancing the development and application of Internet infrastructure, technologies, and open standards
• Advocating for policy that is consistent with our view of the Internet

About the Program

Each year, the Internet Society chooses fifteen young, passionate people to participate in our Youth Ambassador Program, equipping the next generation of Internet leaders to collaborate and innovate for a better world.

Why Apply?

This program brings the opportunity to:

• Join a network of knowledgeable Internet leaders who continue to develop their skills and competencies, actively support Internet Society’s mission, and advocate for protecting the Internet.
• Deepen your subject expertise through specific Internet governance online training.
• Broaden your advocacy, communications, project management, and leadership skills.
• Attend a significant Internet event especially selected for you according to your preferences, profile and location.
• Engage and collaborate with key Internet stakeholders around the world.
• Be mentored by key Internet leaders and experts.
• Develop the skills and connections needed to make more of an impact in your local community (and beyond!).
• Benefit from sharing networks, learning from each other’s approaches, working together, and forging relationships that will significantly enhance your impact as future Internet leaders in your community, country, and region.

Eligibility criteria

All applicants must:

• Be between the ages of 18-30 at the date of the submitted application
• Have a high level of reading, speaking and writing skills in English
• Be comfortable with public speaking and communicating positions
• Have continuous access to the Internet during all the phases of the program as well as the appropriate equipment
• Be able to dedicate a minimum of 4 hours per week during the 12-month program duration
• Have the availability to take part in weekly meetings and webinars, usually between 11h and 16h UTC
• Be able to travel and hold a valid passport
• Not have been previously selected as an Internet Society’s IGF Ambassador, IGF Youth Ambassador, Youth@IGF Fellow, or Youth Ambassador

How to Apply

2 December 2025: Application submissions close

Apply today

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