[Civsoc-mw] Civil Society applicants for the Internet Governance Forum - (Fwd)

Thu Aug 24 16:26:31 CAT 2017

I know a Kenyan colleague who is member of IGF and is attending December summit. If anyone needs technical support in application I can link you to him.
Best MacOswald 

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  On Thu, 24 Aug 2017 at 16:13, Dr P Nyirenda<paulos at sdnp.org.mw> wrote:   

The Internet Society is searching for representatives from Civil Society and nonprofits globallyfor it Ambassadors program to the Internet Governance Forum (IGF) and associated activitiesin Geneva, Switzerland from December 17 to 21, 2017.

IGF Civil Society Ambassadorships are for next generation leaders who have a strong interest in theissues and themes of the IGF.  Selection for the Ambassadorships is competitive.    

The Internet Society Ambassadors to IGF program is looking for Civil Society representativeswith the following attributes:

· Works with or demonstrates an interest in utilizing the Internet or technology

· Is active in policy discussions

· Has mobilized a group for a cause or lead an advocacy campaign

· Has experience and passion in convening diverse groups of stakeholders to advance the global good

About the IGF Ambassadorship Award

- ISOC membership is required and applicants must register for their free ISOC membershipprior to submitting the application for the IGFambassadorship-https://www.internetsociety.org/get-involved

- Take note of practical information, including which financial elements the award is intended to cover.There are certain expectations placed upon award recipients, including administration and preparationfor the Forum, and sharing their experiences afterwards.
-The deadline to apply is September 24, 2017.

How to Apply

https://internetsociety.wufoo. com/forms/2017-civil-society-ambassadors-to-the-igf/

About the Internet Governance Forum (IGF)

The Internet’s influence has touched people all over the globe. In 2003 and 2005, the United Nationsorganized the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). One of the most critical outcomesfrom this landmark summit was the creation of the Internet Governance Forum, or the "IGF".  Eachyear there are global, national, and regional IGFs events happening around the world.

Every IGF offers a unique space for an amazing range of people to share information and developsolutions on key Internet issues. It was purposefully designed not to be a decision-makingbody, which allows people to speak freely, on an equal footing, without limitations linked to thenegotiations of formal outcomes. What comes out of the IGF, however, plays an essential role inshaping decisions taken by other groups that helps the Internet run.

Take Part in the Forum

Those individuals chosen as ISOC Ambassadors to IGF take part in the forum itself, providing subjectmatter expertise and facilitating the exchange of information and best practices with key stakeholdersparticipating in the meetings. In the lead up to the Forum itself, each ambassador will participate in anonline course for four weeks and will be paired with a mentor – an experienced IGF participant, often aformer recipient of this award – who will help them prepare and familiarize themselves with therelevant IGF materials, as well as acting as a point of contact at the meeting itself.

Ambassadors represent the Internet Society by promoting the organization’s positions on public policyissues related to the discussions happening at the IGF. They also contribute by providing local andregional perspectives and opinions to enhance the quality of the various sessions and workshops.

For any other information, please contact  bengaard at isoc.org

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