African Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2023 Youth Travel Support Grants (Nigeria)

The African Internet Governance Forum Secreteriat is thrilled to extend a warm invitation to all passionate African youths to participate in the highly anticipated Africa Internet Governance Forum (IGF) 2023, set to take place at the prestigious Transcorp Hilton in Abuja. As we prepare for this momentous event, we are excited to announce the Call for Travel Support, aimed at fostering inclusive participation and enabling aspiring attendees to contribute actively to the future of Internet governance in Africa.

We strongly believe the Africa IGF should be a space where all voices are heard, especially those of the continent’s vibrant youth. To this end, we are pleased to announce the Call for Travel Support to facilitate the participation of deserving Youths who might face financial constraints in attending the event.

The success of this initiative relies on the support and contributions of generous organizations and individuals. We extend our gratitude to the partnering organizations of the Africa IGF 2023, who have dedicated their resources to empowering African youths and stakeholders.

As we eagerly anticipate the Africa IGF 2023 in Abuja, we call upon all passionate youths to seize this opportunity to actively shape the digital future of Africa. By participating in the forum, you will join a community of visionary leaders committed to creating a sustainable and prosperous digital landscape for the continent.

• Table of Content
• About African Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
• Youth Travel Support Grants
• Aim and Benefits of Youth Travel Support Grants
• Requirements for Youth Travel Support Grants Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Youth Travel Support Grants
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About African Internet Governance Forum (IGF)

The African Internet Governance Forum (African IGF)! The Forum is a vibrant and inclusive platform that brings together stakeholders from across the African continent to engage in discussions and shape the future of Internet governance. The African IGF is dedicated to fostering open and inclusive dialogue on Internet governance issues that impact Africa. We aim to promote collaboration, knowledge sharing, and informed decision-making among diverse stakeholders, including governments, civil society organizations, academia, private sector entities, and technical communities. We envision an...&nb... continue reading

Youth Travel Support Grants

Application Deadline	07 Aug 2023
Country to study	Nigeria
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	African Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Youth Travel Support Grants

We are pleased to offer two types of travel support:

1. Full Support: This comprehensive support package includes travel, accommodation, and local transportation.
2. Partial Support: This support package covers either travel or accommodation.

Requirements for Youth Travel Support Grants Qualification

• Applicants must be African residents.
• Applicant must be a youth ( Persons between the ages of 15 and 35 years )
• Demonstrated interest in Internet governance, policy, or related fields.
• Clear explanation of how attending the Africa IGF will benefit both the applicant and the continent.
• Willingness to cover visa expenses independently.

Interview date, Process and Venue for Youth Travel Support Grants

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: 7th August 2023
• Announcement of Selected Participants: 18th August 2023 ( via Emails )

Application Deadline

August 7, 2023

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to African Internet Governance Forum (IGF) on igf.africa to apply

For more details, visit  AFIGF website