Fellowships

APSIG 2023 selected Fellows Announced!

List of selected INTERNATIONAL Fellows for APSIG 2023 is as follows; 

Abdulrahman Mutahar Abdulrahman Abo Taleb - YE
Dr Shamsuzzoha - BD
Eshaq Shahin Bhuyan - BD
Hendawitharana Kishara Manique Gunaratne - LK
JIGYASHA KHADKA - NP
Khun Sint Phoo Wai - MM
Lima Madomi - AF
M. Hafizh Nabiyyin - ID
Mabda Haerunnisa Fajrilla Sidiq - ID
Myint Mo Tun - MM
Naima Naseer Awan - PK
Namkha Zangpo - BT
Patrina Nasiron - MY
Puthineath Lay - KH
Sereana Satees Narayan - FJ
Stanley Angus Osao - PG
Suhaidi Hassan - MY
Taichiro Fujino - JP
Trang Thi Vu - VN
Truc Nguyen Phuong Thanh - VN
Tsung-Yi Yu - TW
Tsz Kin Hui - HK
Umera Asmat Rana - PK
Vidhya Yella Reddy - IN
Vineet Kumar - IN
Yearin Lee - KR
Zin Myo Htet - MM

List of selected LOCAL Fellows for APSIG 2023 is as follows; 

Alfonso Anthony Navarro
Anna Marie Ragas Phalashol
Bea Soriano Guevarra
Dexter Jay Crisostomo
Gilbert Clause Hagos Magallanes
Gomer Padong
John Gilbert Dionisio Ora'a
Jonnah Marie Dizon Morado
Julian Antonio Samson Laspona
Katherine Faith Berza Aguilar
Maria Theresa San Juan Perez
Princess Marie Berberabe Melo
Rafaela Marie Sta. Rita Ticoy
Randy Bernal Domantay
Sharifah Aine Cabatana Datu Tambuyung
Victor Joseph Alvaran Taylan
Zendie Sollano Cabanlong

Engagement Requirements of Fellows 

Pre-Conference ·       
1. Attend online introductory course(s) on Internet Governance as designated. 
2. Attend the pre-conference preparation webinars for Fellows.       
3. Make use of your connections and social media presence to promote the event, sessions and activities, by actively sharing information to your community, or creating and sharing posts online. 

During Conference     
1. Participate in the capacity building sessions.
2. Attend all sessions in 3 days of the APSIG program.     
3. Join in various activities with the assistance of Mentors/Fellowship Committee. For example (but not limited to):  
   a. To contribute to a session as a panelist / speaker / contributor.
   b. To organize with other Fellows a short session on a particular IG topic.
   c. To coordinate and work among the buddy group to provide a summary report in a dedicated session. Details of activities will be discussed and coordinated with the Fellowship Committee.
4. Help promote APSIG! For example, live tweet the event to increase engagement and draw attention to the conferences and events in real time; create posts/ blogs/ videos to share your learnings and opinions after attending sessions, etc. 

Post Conference   
1. Share your key takeaways or the issues highlighted from APSIG2023 in any popular format, e.g. blog post, video log, recording, etc.
2. Share it online with your community and send a link to the Secretariat within 2 weeks after the event.
3. Complete a fellowship feedback survey within the specified deadline.
4. Consent to be added to the Fellows alumni network mailing list and social media groups. ·       
5. Engage in local community development initiatives.       

Requirements for Selected Fellows (Must Read)   

Vaccination 
All in-person Fellows are required to be fully vaccinated as defined by Philippines before arrival. Once you have accepted the Fellowship offer, you will be asked to submit proof of full vaccination to the portal before the trip. Failure to provide vaccination proof will not be granted sponsorship for flights and accommodation.

Travel Insurance
All in-person Fellows are required to purchase travel insurance which covers a certain level of Covid-19 related costs for their trip at their own expense before arriving in Singapore. Once you have accepted the offer to be an onsite Fellow, you shall purchase travel insurance and upload details to the portal as soon as your flight is booked. Failure to obtain travel insurance will not be granted sponsorship for flights and accommodation. 

Passport & Visa    
Please check if you have a valid passport until the end of trip, and whether you will require a valid visa to enter Philippines. Selected fellows travelling to Philippines shall apply for visa (if necessary) at their own expense. We will be happy to assist in case you need any supporting documents for the application.

If you have any issue with the application process, please contact at contact@apsig.asia