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Frequently Asked Questions
How many fellows will be selected?
56 total fellows will be selected for the 2025 cohort of the community fellowship.
Who is eligible to submit an application for the fellowship?
– Chapter, special interest group, or standing group; leaders and members and organization member representatives.
– Be available to participate in the online training sessions and travel to the face-to-face workshop.
– Be proficient in verbal and written English.
– Be able to travel and hold a valid passport.
– Have continuous access to the Internet.
– Be able to dedicate approximately 2 hours per week during the program duration.
– Attend all required sessions. (happening between 13-17h UTC)
– Complete all mandatory deliverables during the program.
– Attend in-person workshop (requires travel).
– Be interested in advocacy.
Can I attend both Community workshops?
No. Each attendee will have the opportunity to attend only one of the workshops available.
What does the fellowship include?
– A round-trip air ticket to one Internet Society-assigned community workshop
– Hotel accommodation for the duration of the community workshop.
– A fixed stipend for additional needs
What does the travel support NOT cover?
– Any visa-related costs
– Additional accommodation past the assigned community workshop days
– Travel support to a community workshop that the fellow has NOT been assigned to attend
How can I access the application?
Applications will be accessed by logging into the community portal. This is accessible only to existing leaders and members of chapters, special interest groups, standing groups, and organization member representatives. If you would like to be a member, get more information.
How long does the Community Fellowship last?
The Community Fellowship lasts for six months, from May to October.
Fellows are responsible for obtaining all the necessary relevant permissions from their employers or educational institutions to participate in the Fellowship.
Is there a fee to participate?
No. The Internet Society covers all costs, including academic coursework, online sessions, and other program elements. You’ll just need to supply your own materials and technology devices.
Is there a certificate or similar upon program completion?
Yes. Upon successful completion of the program, all fellows will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Internet Society and partners.
How can I receive updates on this and other Fellowship programs at the Internet Society?
We keep all program information up-to-date and will update it on an ongoing basis. We also encourage you to follow us.
I cannot commit to the current cohort timeline. Will there be other Fellowship programs?
Yes. The Community Fellowship will run once a year.
How are candidates evaluated?
Fellows are chosen by the Internet Society Fellowship Selection Committee, composed of leaders from the Internet Society Community, the program team, and subject matter experts.
Each candidacy will be reviewed through a two-step evaluation process. After the review process we will get in touch with every candidate to let them know if they have, or have not, been chosen to move forward with their candidacy.
Does the Internet Society cover visa-related charges?
No. The Internet Society does not offer financial support for visa-related travel costs to the assigned community workshop.