Call for Applications: ARTICLE 19 Internet of Rights Fellowship: Apply by Mar 2!

About Article 19:

Since 2014, ARTICLE 19 (A19) has been a pioneer in introducing and strengthening human rights considerations in the design, development, and deployment of the Internet infrastructure by participating in global Internet governance bodies where technical standards and policy development happens. In doing
so, A19 has carved out pathways for civil society engagement in these bodies; however, there remains the need for greater, more diverse, and more sustainable civil society participation.

In its sixth year, the IoR Fellowship will equip a diverse community of advocates working on behalf of civil society with the tools they need to carry out long-term engagement to set the technical policies and standards that define the global Internet

About the Opportunity

ARTICLE 19’s Team Digital is looking for public interest advocates to join the 2022-2023 Internet of Rights (IoR) Fellowship as part of the individual fellows cohort. This is a 12-month fellowship, beginning in April 2022.

Goals

The general goals of the IoR Fellowship are:
? To protect and promote freedom of expression, freedom of association, privacy, and other human rights in key Internet technical standards and policy bodies.
? To bridge the knowledge gap in these bodies regarding human rights and their relevance to Internet infrastructure.
? To support sustained and effective participation of civil society advocates in Internet technical standards and policy bodies.
? To support and champion the consideration of underrepresented people and communities in decision-making processes within these bodies.

Duration

The Fellowship runs for 12 months, beginning on April 1, 2022. During this year, each fellow will work closely with their mentor—a designated member of A19’s Team Digital. All fellows follow one of three tracks: Censorship, Connectivity, or Datafication.

Fellows are expected to commit to an average of eight hours per week engaging in forum-specific discussions, participating in working groups, and completing projects. In return, fellows will receive a monthly honorarium of USD 300 over the duration of their fellowship. In addition, fellows may request an additional fixed “technology allowance” to cover IT costs to improve fellows’ remote meeting participation, on an as-needed basis.

Eligibility

We are looking for the following qualities in our fellows:
? Technical competence. While this may include knowledge of and experience in computer networking and protocols, systems design, and architecture, it is not necessary. We are looking for candidates who are capable of digesting complex or difficult concepts in technical policies or standards and explaining them to a wider audience.
? Some prior experience of participating in Internet governance bodies, and/or in-depth knowledge of the Internet governance processes and, where possible, specific standards or protocols that are relevant to the applicant’s workplan proposal.
? Strong research, writing, and speaking skills in English. The program will be conducted entirely in English.
? A clear commitment to protecting and promoting human rights and Internet freedom.

Although we expect that fellows have some working knowledge of current technical and policy discussions happening across the internet governance landscape prior to starting their fellowship, we encourage applications from people at all professional levels, especially including early career professionals. We welcome applicants who are familiar with global internet technical standards and policy processes, but do not yet have opportunities to sustain long-term engagement in them.
By the end of the programme, we expect that fellows will be well-equipped to continue their engagement in Internet technical standards and policy bodies following the conclusion of their fellowship. Through their projects, fellows will gain a deeper understanding of Internet governance and Internet infrastructure, and
how to effectively explain infrastructure technologies and their relevance to human rights to a wider udience.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit the following materials as a single .zip file to fellowship@article19.org by
Wednesday, March 2:

1. Curriculum vitae (CV)
2. A statement of interest, indicating the following:
   ? How you intend to meet the goals of the Fellowship.
   ? A proposed 12-month workplan, including your key deliverables/outputs. (If you are selected, you will have the opportunity to revise this workplan; it is only requested at this stage to demonstrate your knowledge of the track you are applying for, internet governance, and human rights.)
   ? How you expect that these deliverables/outputs will create impact, in line with the goals of the fellowship and your selected track.
   ? How you expect that your project will help you sustain your participation in Internet governance beyond the life of the Fellowship.
3. Contact information for two references.
   Successful applicants will be invited to interview with A19 staff in March.
   Applicants from the global south, women, and other individuals that identify as part of underrepresented groups in Internet governance are especially encouraged to apply.

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