Shutdown Academy Fellowship Application

PLEASE NOTE THIS APPLICATION HAS CLOSED.

We invite you to apply for Advocacy Assembly’s Internet Shutdown Advocacy Fellowship Program

The program will feature international experts and provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to  develop and build multi-stakeholder coalitions and responsive campaigns to prepare for and respond to internet shutdowns. The program will cover a variety of topics, including how to technically measure internet shutdowns, how to circumvent internet shutdowns using common tools and strategies, how to build an internet shutdown advocacy campaign, how to engage with the private sector, and when to use strategic litigation when shutdowns violate the law.

The course is designed to be largely asynchronous, with you able to watch course material, engage in discussion and build community with other fellows, and work with expert mentors. After 6 weeks of the program, you will be asked to design an internet shutdown advocacy action plan and you will be provided funds to conduct an activity based on the skills you've learned through the fellowship and aligned with your action plan.

  • No prior knowledge about internet shutdowns is necessary, but you should have some understanding of how your community might be harmed by internet shutdowns and what you think you can contribute when it comes to fighting back against censorship and shutdowns
  • You must be able to commit ~2.5 hours a week to the program from August until October, 2023. With much of the program occurring asynchronously, you will be able to schedule this time around your other commitments, but you will need to do the work! You should also be able to commit time from the end of the course through February, 2024 to implement a targeted internet shutdown advocacy activity such as a training, a research project, or a coalition-building exercise
  • You must have regular access to a computer and internet in order to participate in the course
  • The core course materials will be available in Spanish, French, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili, Portuguese, and English but discussion for the course will be conducted in English, so you should have some ability to write & speak in English.
  • You should be excited about the idea of learning new advocacy skills & putting them into practice!

If you are interested in applying for this course and you meet the requirements above, please fill out the application below. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until July 15.

For any questions, please contact Laura at curiousshapesllc@gmail.com

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Your role/title  *
What is your country of origin? *
In what country & city/town do you currently reside?  *
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Mark the communication platforms/services you regularly use
How would you categorize yourself professionally  (choose all that apply) *
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What is your understanding of internet shutdowns and how they can impact communities? (keep in mind there is no wrong answer here! You don't have to be an expert!)
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Have you been personally affected by an internet shutdown or witnessed its effects on your community? Please share your experience. *
Do you think there is a risk of a future internet shutdown in your country in the next few years? If yes, why? *
Have you ever been involved in an advocacy campaign? If so, describe your role and the impact of the campaign. *
Why do you want to take part in this fellowship program?  *
Do you have any of the following skills or experiences (choose all that apply) *
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What specific skills or expertise do you hope to gain from this fellowship program? *
How do you envision utilizing the knowledge and skills acquired through this program to fight against censorship and internet shutdowns in your community? *
How proficient are you in English writing and speaking? Can you comfortably engage in discussions and contribute to the course materials in English?
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If my application is accepted, I hereby commit that 1) I have regular access to a computer and internet 2) I will make sure to schedule approximately 2.5 hours per week from August to October 2023 and 3) I will work with fellowship mentors to build a shutdown activity that I will implement from October to February, 2024
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