Applications are currently being accepted for The Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2026 Youth Mentorship Programme. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Internet Governance Forum brings people together from various stakeholder groups as equals, in discussions on public policy issues relating to the Internet. While there is no negotiated outcome, the IGF informs and inspires those with policy-making power in both the public and private sectors — helping delegates exchange information and share good practices, and facilitating a common understanding of how to maximize opportunities and address risks.
The IGF 2026 Youth Mentorship Programme, an initiative of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) Working Group on Youth. The programme connects young Internet governance participants with experienced MAG members who can provide guidance, knowledge and support ahead of the IGF 2026 annual meeting.
The mentorship programme is designed to help emerging youth leaders better understand the Internet Governance Forum, develop their engagement in Internet governance discussions and build meaningful connections with experienced members of the global Internet governance community.
The opportunity is intended for young people involved or interested in Internet governance.
Applicants should have a genuine interest in Internet governance issues and demonstrate an interest in participating in the IGF community.
Relevant areas of interest may include:
Applications are submitted through the official United Nations Internet Governance Forum website.
Applicants should follow the application process below:
The official application page requires applicants to log in or register before accessing the application form.
New applicants should create an account through the registration option provided on the IGF website.
After logging in, applicants can access the Application for IGF 2026 Youth Mentorship Program.
Applicants should carefully review the questions and instructions before completing the form.
Applicants should provide accurate information about their background, Internet governance interests and engagement with relevant issues.
The application should clearly communicate the applicant’s interest in Internet governance and why participation in a mentorship programme would be relevant to their development.
Step 4: Submit the application
After completing the required sections, applicants should submit the form through the official IGF platform.
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