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Call for Applications for the APTLD91 Fellowship Program

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About the Fellowship

  • ●Meeting: APTLD91 AGM and Members’ Meeting
  • ●Location and host: Brisbane, Australia | Hosted by auDA (.au)
  • ●Fellowship period: 15–18 February 2027
  • ●Application deadline: 9 October 2026 at 23:59 UTC
  • ●Results announced: 26 October 2026

The Asia Pacific Top Level Domain Association invites applications for the APTLD91 Fellowship Program. The program supports eligible members to participate in APTLD91 in Brisbane, exchange practical knowledge, contribute to the meeting program and strengthen the Asia Pacific ccTLD community.

Selected fellows will receive:

  • ● Economy-class return airfare
  • ● Hotel accommodation for the approved event period in accordance with the APTLD Fellowship Policy
  • ● Daily per diem, in accordance with the APTLD Fellowship Policy, for meals and incidental expenses

APTLD will arrange and prepay approved travel and accommodation. Visa fees may be reimbursed after the event upon submission of receipts and in accordance with the applicable policy.

What to Include in Your Application

Please submit a concise proposal addressing the following:

  • 1. Active contribution. How you will contribute to APTLD91 through speaking, moderation, program development or other active participation.
  • 2. Expected benefits. What you expect to learn and how you will apply the knowledge and connections in your local context.
  • 3. Outreach. How you will promote APTLD and its mission before and after the meeting.
  • 4. Strategic alignment. How your participation will support APTLD’s Internet for All statement and strategic objectives.
  • 5. Recommendation. A letter from your employer and, if you have participated in an APTLD Working Group, a recommendation from a Working Group member.

Eligibility

The program is open to:

  • ● Representatives of APTLD Ordinary and Associate Members from developing economies, or representatives of ccTLDs with fewer than 50,000 domain registrations.
  • ● an APTLD Ordinary or Associate Member who can demonstrate that they are well positioned to contribute meaningfully to the meeting, the community and APTLD’s mission.

Applicants must also meet these conditions:

  • ● The applicant’s organization has paid its APTLD membership fee, or the fee has been officially waived, by the application deadline.
  • ● The applicant has not received an APTLD Fellowship in or after August 2024.
  • ● The applicant has approval from their employer to participate.
  • ● The applicant accepts personal responsibility for obtaining the appropriate visa and will apply immediately after selection.
  • ● The applicant will keep the APTLD Secretariat informed of their visa status. A significantly delayed or refused visa may result in the fellowship being withdrawn or deferred.

Final selection will be made by the APTLD Board based on merit, potential contribution, geographic balance, available budget and travel considerations.

Regional Allocation

APTLD intends to award five fellowships to support broad subregional representation:

  • Subregion – Fellowships
  • ● Middle East – 1
  • ● South and South-East Asia – 1
  • ● Pacific – 2
  • ● Eurasia – 1

The final number and regional allocation may vary depending on the available budget and applications received.

Language Requirement

APTLD meetings are conducted in English. Applicants must have sufficient English proficiency to participate actively. APTLD may arrange a short call to confirm language ability if needed.

Expectations of Fellows

Successful fellows are expected to meet the following commitments.

Before the meeting

  • ● Hold a valid passport with sufficient validity for international travel.
  • ● Register in timely manner.
  • ● Apply promptly for the required visa and provide timely status updates. Travel and accommodation will be booked only after the visa is granted.
  • ● Attend the online preparation meeting and pre-meeting onsite training.
  • ● Respond promptly to program, travel and logistics deadlines.

During APTLD91

  • ● Participate fully throughout the APTLD91 program.
  • ● Present or participate at least two sessions.
  • ● Assist with meeting activities if requested and provide a short reflection during the closing session.

After the meeting

  • ● Complete the post-meeting survey and submit a publishable testimonial of up to 500 words within two weeks.
  • ● Contribute to an APTLD Working Group or initiative and support ongoing outreach and capacity building.

How to Apply

Email your complete application to sec@aptld.org by 9 October 2026 at 23:59 UTC.

  • Email subject: APTLD91 Fellowship Application – [Your Name / Organization]; Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications using their organization’s official email address.
  • Send to: sec@aptld.org
  • Deadline: 9 October 2026 at 23:59 UTC
  • Results: 19 October 2026

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Force Majeure

APTLD may cancel, defer or modify a fellowship if unforeseen circumstances affect the delivery of the program, including major travel disruption, public-health restrictions or visa-related issues. APTLD will not be liable for personal expenses incurred without prior written approval.

We look forward to welcoming the selected fellows to APTLD91 in Brisbane and start our journey together.

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