To all young aspiring leaders interested in internet governance, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) has announced applications for its flagship “ICANN Fellowship Program 2026” and invites talented, motivated candidates aged 21 or older with an interest in internet governance from around the world. The goal of the fellowship is to encourage the participation of the next generation of future leaders from underrepresented and underserved communities to become active participants in the ICANN community.
The fellowship offers participants valuable insights into ICANN’s work and intensive training in various knowledge and skill areas before and after attending the ICANN87 Annual General Meeting in Muscat, Oman, scheduled for October 17-22, 2026. Open to applicants from all regions and sectors, the program welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds. Recipients receive generous support to attend the ICANN87 meeting in Muscat, covering airfare, accommodation, a stipend, and visa coverage.
The application period for the ICANN 87 Annual General Meeting is now open, with applications due by April 19th, 2026, at 11:59 PM UTC. More details about the fellowship are provided below.
ICANN Fellowship Programme 2026: Overview
- Country: Muscat
- Eligible Countries: All Nationals
- Host Organization: ICANN
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- ICANN87 Meeting Dates: 17-22 October 2026
- Application Deadline: April 19th, 2026
Also, Check: Chatham House Academy Fellowships 2026-27 in UK
Fellowship Coverage
The fellowship covers all the costs related to the ICANN87 Annual General Meeting in Muscat, the coverage includes:
- Economy class airfare coverage
- Accommodation during the meeting dates
- A competitive stipend to cover living costs
- Visa costs reimbursement up to 200USD
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the ICANN Fellowship Programme:
- Candidates from all regions and sectors are welcome to apply
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application
- Demonstrate interest in ICANN’s work
- Complete the mandatory ICANN learn courses
- Individuals from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply
Fellowship Requirements
Selected fellows are expected to:
- Engage in the mentoring process
- Complete the ICANN learn courses
- Attend the ICANN Public meetings
- Expand their networks with community members and ICANN alumni
- Contribute to the ICANN work
Benefits
- Mentorship from dedicated mentors
- Join a lifelong global alumni network
- Professional development through capacity building, skills workshop
- Official certification on completion of fellowship
- Attend the ICANN87 annual general meeting in Muscat
Also, Check:
- UNCCD COP17 Media Reporting Fellowship 2026 in Mongolia
- Humboldt Research Fellowships 2026 in Germany
How to Apply for the ICANN Fellowship Programme 2026?
The application process for the fellowship is online. Interested applicants need to visit the offical link below, register an ICANN account, finish the course on the ICANN learn platform, and submit an online application. For more details, visit the official link below:
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