We are thrilled to announce the 4th edition of the Youth Internet Governance Forum (yIGF) Nepal, which will take place just ahead of two major regional Internet governance events: the Asia Pacific School on Internet Governance (APSIG), scheduled for 8–10 October 2025, and the Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum (APrIGF), set for 11–14 October 2025. This exciting lineup makes Kathmandu a vibrant hub for Internet governance during that week. As we prepare for this milestone event, we are inviting enthusiastic, motivated, and committed individuals to join the Organizing Committee of yIGF Nepal 2025. This is a unique opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the event and empowering youth voices in the field of Internet governance.
About Youth IGF Nepal
Youth Internet Governance Forums (yIGFs) are youth initiatives inspired by the principles of the global Internet Governance Forum (IGF) and are officially recognized by the UN IGF Secretariat. Youth IGF Nepal was established to encourage and involve young people from the Nepalese community in emerging internet governance issues.
Youth IGFs are established at both national and regional levels, adhering to the same principles as the UN IGF: open, inclusive, non-commercial, and multi-stakeholder. We also support capacity building for youth from different stakeholder groups on emerging issues such as the digital divide, universal access, AI governance, and freedom of expression online. Like the UN IGF, Youth IGF Nepal follows the fundamental principles of being multi-stakeholder, open, inclusive, bottom-up, and non-commercial.
Why Join the Organizing Committee?
✅ Leadership Experience: Gain hands-on experience organizing a nationally and regionally significant event.
✅ Regional Exposure: Be part of Nepal’s largest digital governance event in 2025, aligned with APSIG & APrIGF.
✅ Skill Development: Grow your expertise in event planning, communication, team coordination, and content development.
✅ Networking Opportunities: Connect with digital rights experts, government officials, civil society leaders, and youth from across Asia-Pacific.
✅ Meaningful Impact: Contribute to shaping youth perspectives in digital governance—locally and globally.
Roles and Responsibilities
🔹 Event Planning & Coordination
Support logistics, agenda design, and overall implementation of the event.
🔹 Outreach & Promotion
Assist in publicizing the event through social media campaigns, youth networks, and partnerships.
🔹 Content Development
Help design engaging session content, draft session proposals, and coordinate with speakers.
🔹 Participant Management
Coordinate fellowship selection, support registration processes, and assist with participant engagement before and during the event.
Who Can Apply?
- Youth aged 18–30 years residing in Nepal
- Strong interest in Internet governance, digital policy, or youth activism
- Prior experience in organizing Internet Governance events, communications, or community organizing is a plus
- Team-oriented, reliable, and passionate about digital rights and inclusion
How to Apply
Submit your Expression of Interest detailing:
- Your background and relevant experience
- Your motivation to join the Organizing Committee
Deadline: 9 July 2025
Email: sec@yigf.org.np
Join us in making Youth IGF Nepal 2025 a transformative platform for youth leadership in the digital age!
Send your expression of interest to: sec@yigf.org.np.
Let’s work together to build a more inclusive, informed, and youth-driven digital future. 🌐
