Youth Ambassador Program Application

Youth Ambassador Program Application

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.

Application submissions open: 2 October 2023 at 12h UTC

Application submissions close: 20 October 2023 at 23:59 UTC

Program contact: Tori Irvine [fellowships@isoc.org]

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

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 full 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 IGF Youth Ambassador

Biographical Information

First Name*

As it appears on passport or official government identification

Middle Name

As it appears on passport or official government identification

Surname*

As it appears on passport or official government identification

Pronouns

Preferred pronouns

Phone Number*

Including country code

Email Address*

Mailing Address 1*

Street Address (with apartment or suite number)

City, State/Province, and Postcode

Mailing Address 2

Street Address (with apartment or suite number)

City, State/Province, and Postcode

Country of Residence*

Select or enter value

Country of Origin*

Select or enter value

Date of Birth*

Gender Identity

To which gender identity do you most identify?

Select or enter value

Gender Identity Details

If your gender identity is not listed, please specify how you identify.

Differently-abled Disclosure

If you are differently-abled then please feel free to share about the same and also let us know how we can make the Fellowship more accommodating for you.

Passport Number*

Passport Expiration Date*

LinkedIn Profile

Please attach a resume/CV

Drag and drop files here or

Stakeholder Group*

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Work Experience

Internet Society Involvement*

Are you presently or have you previously been involved with the Internet Society (as a Chapter Member, Special Interest Group Member, Standing Group Member, OMAC Member, and/or as an Alum)?

Select

Internet Society Involvement Details*

Please elaborate on the activities you have performed or participated in.

Current Work*

Are you currently working?

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Current Work Company*

Name of company currently employed at

Current Work Title*

Current Work Responsibilities*

Please provide a description of your current job responsibilities and duties.

Current Education*

Are you currently engaged in any form of formal educational pursuits?

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Name of Educational Institution*

Level of Education*

Select

Field of Study/Area of Academic Focus*

Highest Level of Education*

What is your current highest level of education?

Select

Current Professional Development*

Are you currently involved in other professional development programs?

Select

Current Professional Development Commitment*

Please provide details about the time you are dedicating to these programs, including the specific dates of the programs.

Internet Governance*

Do you believe the Internet is governable?

Please explain in no more than 500 words.

Program Interest*

Why do you wish to become a Youth Ambassador?

Please explain in no more than 500 words.

Use of Knowledge and Skills*

How do you plan to apply the knowledge and skills acquired from your participation in this program?

Please explain in no more than 500 words.

Internet-Related Projects*

In the past year, have you participated in any Internet-related projects or activities that contribute and promote the development of the Internet as a global technical infrastructure, a resource to enhance people's lives, and have a positive impact on society?

Select

Internet-Related Projects Details*

Please share with us any supporting evidence and a detailed explanation to verify your participation in these activities.

Leading Internet-Related Projects*

Are you currently leading/co-leading any Internet-related project or initiative, particularly aligned with the Internet Society's mission and vision?

Select

Leading Internet-Related Projects Details*

Please share with us any supporting evidence and a detailed explanation to verify your participation in these activities.

Initiative*

If selected, what kind of initiative would you like to develop and implement that supports the Internet Society's Action Plan?

Please explain in no more than 500 words.

Public Speaking Experience*

Do you have any previous experience with public speaking, either in online or offline?

Select

Public Speaking Experience Details*

Please identify and share with us your past experiences related to public speaking.

Internet-related Event*

Have you ever participated in an Internet-related event?

Select

Internet-Related Event Details*

Please share with us the event(s) you have attended, the year and your role.

Contribution to Career Growth and Development*

In what ways do you anticipate that the Youth Ambassador Program would contribute to your career growth and development?

Please explain in no more than 500 words.

References

Please provide three (3) professional references. We would only contact references at the end of the selection process. For each, please provide contact name, contact email, and relationship.

Reference 1 Name*

Reference 1 Email*

Reference 1 Relationship Description*

Reference 2 Name

Reference 2 Email

Reference 2 Relationship Description

Reference 3 Name

Reference 3 Email

Reference 3 Relationship Description

Internet-Related Events

The Youth Ambassador Program provides the opportunity to travel to an Internet-related event determined for you according to your preferences, profile, and location.

If you know of an event not on our list that would be valuable to attend, please share with us using the "other" option.

First Preference for Internet-Related Event*

If you went to an Internet Governance-related event, which one would you choose? Enter your first option.

Select

First Preference Event and Rationale*

Please enter the event name and rationale.

Second Preference for Internet-Related Event*

Please enter your second event preference and think outside the box! We will consider any Internet governance-related event.

Self-Assessment

Program Commitment*

Are you able to commit to the full 10-month duration of the program as required?

Select

Time Commitment*

Will you be able to commit around at least 4 hours per week for coursework, seminars, group work, discussions and other program activities?

Select

Internet Access*

Do you have reliable broadband Internet access for video conferencing?

Select

Internet Equipment*

Do you have the appropriate equipment to access the Internet during all the phases of the program?

Select

English Proficiency*

Are you proficient in verbal and written Englsh?

Select

Past Selection*

Have you previously been chosen as an Internet Society's Youth Ambassador, IGF Youth Ambassador, IGF Ambassador, or Youth@IGF Fellow?

Select

The Internet Society

The following questions are not required and will not be evaluated as part of the application.

Internet Society Recommendation

Would you or someone you know be interested in supporting Internet Society programs, like this one?

Select

Internet Society Recommendation Name

Please, enter the name of the person (if different from applicant).

Internet Society Recommendation Relationship

Please, enter the relationship you have to the person, if different from applicant (professor, supervisor, colleague, etc.)

Internet Society Recommendation Email

Please, enter the email of the person (if different from applicant).

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