Youth IGF India

As we enter our Ninth Year, we continue to support initiatives and opportunities that enable young people to engage with issues at the intersection of technology, governance, and society. Through discussions, capacity-building activities, and collaborative efforts, we aim to foster meaningful dialogue, encourage diverse perspectives, and strengthen youth participation in shaping India’s digital future.

Youth IGF India 2026

The Youth IGF India 2026-27 cycle marks the beginning of a new year of engagement and collaboration on issues at the intersection of technology, governance, and society.

Explore opportunities to get involved and stay connected for updates throughout the year.

Annual Forum 2026

The Youth IGF India Annual Forum 2026 will be held at IIT Bombay on 4 September 2026, bringing together young leaders, policymakers, academia, civil society, the technical community, industry, and other stakeholders for discussions on Internet governance, digital policy, and the future of India’s digital ecosystem.

Fellowship 2026

The Youth IGF India Fellowship is a capacity-building programme designed to support young people interested in Internet governance, technology policy, and digital cooperation. The list of shortlisted candidates for the 2026 Fellowship cohort has been announced.

The Fellowship aims to bring together young people from across India to explore Internet Governance through expert-led sessions, mentorship, collaborative learning, and research. Visit the Fellowship page to learn more about the programme, eligibility criteria, expectations, and FAQs

Hear from Our Past Fellows

The fellowship broadened my perspective by showing that Internet governance extends far beyond technology, connecting policy, society, and everyday life.

Shabnam Singla
(Fellow • 2025)

The fellowship reaffirmed my belief in the value of youth participation and strengthened my commitment to inclusive policymaking.

Preeksha Malhotra
(Fellow • 2025)

The fellowship strengthened my commitment to working at the intersection of research, policy, and lived experience, where Internet governance can become more just and inclusive.

Zainab Khambaty
(Fellow • 2025)

The fellowship expanded my understanding of Internet governance and opened new opportunities for collaboration, learning, and meaningful engagement.

Liz Benny
(Fellow • 2025)

The fellowship broadened my perspective by highlighting the importance of inclusive, ethical, and responsible approaches to Internet and AI governance.

Abeer Shrivastava
(Fellow • 2025)

The fellowship strengthened my commitment to pursuing research that bridges ethics, education, and Internet governance while encouraging continuous learning.

Divya
(Fellow • 2025)

Previous Sponsors & Supporters

We are grateful to our sponsors and supporters who have supported us in different capacities over the years.

Previous Venue Partners

We sincerely thank our venue partners for their generous support and collaboration over the years.