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IGF Ambassadors Programme

Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Ambassadors take part in global policy engagement activities while providing valuable expertise and know-how to the policymakers and decision makers who participate in IGF meetings.

Ambassadors help explain and promote the Internet Society’s positions on public policy issues related to the themes of the IGF, and they add local and regional experiences and insights to discussions and interventions during sessions and workshops. In turn, IGF Ambassadors gain valuable experience from exposure to diverse stakeholders from all parts of the global Internet ecosystem and benefit from the high visibility of their engagement.

Awards are available to first-time and returning Ambassadors
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The Ambassadorship Award

IGF Ambassadors receive the following assistance:
 
  • a round-trip, economy class airline ticket to attend the meeting
  • hotel accommodation for the duration of the meeting
  • a US$400 stipend to offset incidental expenses
  • a certificate of participation

 

Expectations for the Ambassadors

IGF Ambassadors are expected to:
 
  • prepare in advance of the IGF meeting
  • participate broadly in the IGF meeting agenda
  • contribute to the Internet Society IGF Ambassadors' blog.
  • represent the Internet Society by helping to staff the Internet Society booth at the venue.
  • share the experience and knowledge gained at the IGF with their local communities when they return home (including writing a report on the activities)
  • participate in the NGL programme participant network
  • assist with administrative aspects of the programme, including completion of a follow-up survey

 

When are the Ambassadorships available?

IGF Ambassadorships are available for each annual IGF meeting (generally held in September or October). 
 

Who should apply?

IGF Ambassadorships are for young Internet Society members (aged 20-40) who have a strong interest in the issues and themes of the IGF.
 

Selection criteria

Selection for the Ambassadorships is competitive. All applicants must be:
 
  • between the ages of 20 and 40
  • a member of the Internet Society
  • able to present a strong motivation for attending the IGF meeting
  • able to demonstrate interest and expertise in issues on the IGF agenda
  • able to demonstrate experience in leading Internet governance discussions at the international level and in multi-cultural environments
  • capable of appropriately represent the Internet Society and its views and policies as an Ambassador during the IGF
  • capable of  continuing to work with the Internet Society locally after the IGF.
The selection committee will also attempt to achieve professional, geographical, and gender diversity in the overall selections.
 

How to apply

Applications are currently closed.
 

Timeline for 2012

The timeline for 2012 is yet to be confirmed. Please subscribe to the NGL Candidates list for further announcements.
 

More information

For any other information, please contact Leaders@InternetSociety.org.