1. Internet Society’s Next Generation Leaders Programme The next generation of Internet leaders starts now Presented by [Presenter name, Chapter name] [Date] http://www.InternetSociety.org/Leaders

2. The success of the Internet was not an accident And we cannot take its future for granted That’s why the Internet Society invests in the Next Generation of Internet Leaders

3. The next generation of Internet Leaders… Understand how business, technology, and policy interconnect Work with many different types of individuals and organizations across the Internet ecosystem Build communities, cooperate, and coordinate with all stakeholders Are you one of these leaders?

4. What is the NGL Programme? The Next Generation Leaders Programme: Integrates training and professional- development Identifies emerging leaders (20-40 years old) with potential to work across Policy, Technology, Business, and Education Prepares potential leaders for complex challenges ahead Includes participants from all around the world – more than 30 countries so far, from all regions.

5. How is the NGL Programme structured? NGL blends interactive course work with hands-on experience Each NGL component can be completed separately, or in combination, depending on your own interest Opportunity for NGL certification Advanced opportunities to recognize high achievement and deliver local impact

6. How does the NGL help future leaders? NGL cultivates a new generation of Internet leaders, prepared to address critical technology, policy, and business challenges. The NGL programme helps participants: Develop diplomatic skills Master the drivers of Internet-based innovation and growth Experience the technical development of the Internet Learn how to strengthen their local communities and bring local Internet-related issues and ideas onto the global stage Promote the values and principles that are the foundation of the Internet’s success and advance an open, collaborative, and multistakeholder Internet model

7. NGL key components Moderated eLearning course "Shaping the Internet – History and Futures” Ambassadorships Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Fellowships IETF World Bank infoDev Global Forum OECD Technology Foresight Forum The Next Generation Leaders Certificate Laureate Award projects

8. “Shaping the Internet – History and Futures” Moderated eLearning curriculum, delivered by partner DiploFoundation Covers essential topics for effective interactions and relationships in Internet Ecosystem; key concepts and emerging issues in Internet governance Online, interactive coursework (no travel required) Read and comment on materials in your own time Join weekly text-based chat, facilitated by a Diplo tutor and an ISOC expert Concurrent courses in English and French

9. ISOC Fellowship to IETF Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) Fellows attend an IETF meeting An experienced mentor helps Fellows build an in-depth understanding of standards-making process Active involvement by Fellows capable of contributing to IETF activities Fellows build personal networks with peers New and returning Fellows selected Note - no age restrictions on this NGL component

10. IGF Ambassadorship Internet Governance Forum (IGF) Ambassadors participate in IGF meeting Explain and promote ISOC positions on public policy issues Contribute local and regional perspectives in workshops and sessions Share experience with their home community and Chapter New and returning Ambassadors selected

11. Fellowship to OECD Technology Foresight Forum Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Fellows attend an annual event by the OECD Committee for Information, Computer, and Communications Policy (ICCP) Fellows join policy makers, business, civil society, and technical communities to identify opportunities for and challenges to Internet Economy Well suited to those interested in impact of technological innovation New and returning Ambassadors selected

12. NGL Certification NGL participants graduate with an NGL Certificate if they successfully combine: moderated eLearning "Shaping the Internet - History & Futures", and A Fellowship or Ambassadorship (or demonstrate high achievement in professional or voluntary capacity) Note - annual application process for graduation

13. Laureate Local Impact Projects Potential graduates can also propose a project in their local community. The best applications will be selected for additional support: Travel to an ISOC office ISOC staff help to refine the project Additional training (grant writing/media training) Project funding Laureates are high achievers, returning additional value to their own Chapters and communities.

14. Meet the Next Generation Internet Leaders Jean-Robert Hountomey, Benin (Fellow to IETF 77) “I enjoyed participating in discussions with people as well as the opportunity to contribute in some of the areas important to the African continent, such as IPv6, congestions, and DNS security.” Jean-Robert is now mentoring two ISOC Togo Chapter members to prepare them for IETF participation. Burmaa Baasansuren, Mongolia (IGF Ambassador 2009, Fellow to IETF 74, returning Fellow IETF 79) “The knowledge and technical expertise that I acquired … helped greatly with my organization’s pilot testing of IDN implementation and our ICT development research activities.” Fernando Gont, Argentina, (Fellow to IETF 76, returning Fellow IETF 79 & 80, eLearning 2010) Has authored five RFCs (two already in 2011) & various Internet Drafts Member of CEDI (Centro De Estudios de Informatica) Universidad Tecnologica Nacional/Facultad Regional Haedo (UTN/FRH) Argentina Karim Attoumani Mohamed, Comoros, (eLearning 2010) Experience from eLearning helped him secure a travel fellowship for ICANN Brussels, where he represented Comoros on the GAC. He then established a national taskforce on ICT governance (ccTLD, IPv6, universal access).

15. Join the NGL Programme A flexible curriculum Apply for any of the NGL components you can participate in just one component, or combine them to suit your interests eLearning course can be completed from home; all other components require travel No fees; ISOC covers all expenses Open to ISOC members only

16. How can you make a difference? NGL is helping to create a pool of talented individuals from around the world a global community of dedicated professionals with deep local roots committed to the shared goal of keeping the Internet open You can help us: Spread the word Recommend leaders Engage with NGL alumni Develop and scale the programme

17. Learn more Visit the website http://www.InternetSociety.org/leaders Sign up for NGL Announcements https://www.isoc.org/leaders/application.php?s=2 Contact ISOC's Internet Leadership Programmes team Leaders@InternetSociety.org Under the patronage of the European Commission for Information Society and Media

18. Internet Society’s Next Generation Leaders Programme The next generation of Internet Leaders starts now… Starting with you?