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KHNOG Fellowship Program

CONFERENCE
KHNOG 8 Conference
08 November 2026
Hotel Cambodiana, Phnom Penh

1. Program Overview

KHNOG Fellowship Program aims to encourage individuals with a strong interest in Internet technologies, network operations, and Internet governance and public policy to participate in KHNOG activities and engage with the local, regional, and global Internet community.

The program provides selected Fellows with the opportunity to participate in the KHNOG Conference and Workshop, together with financial support in transportation, accommodation, and other participation-related expenses.

By reducing barriers to participation, the program seeks to support individuals who demonstrate strong motivation and potential to broaden their knowledge, gain practical experience, and build connections within the Internet community.

Through this initiative, KHNOG aims to develop the next generation of professionals and community members who will continue contributing to Internet technologies, network operations, Internet governance, and the sustainable development of Cambodia's Internet community.

2. Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and be a Cambodian citizen or legally residing in Cambodia.
  • Demonstrate a strong interest in one or more of the following areas:
    • Internet technologies and technical research;
    • Network engineering and network operations;
    • Internet infrastructure;
    • Internet governance and public policy.
  • Have sufficient English-language ability to communicate and engage with international participants, speakers, trainers, and community members.

Applicants from universities, network operators, Internet service providers, government agencies, research institutions, civil society, technical communities, and other Internet-related stakeholder groups are encouraged to apply.

3. Application

Applicants must submit their application through the official KHNOG Fellowship Program online application form (https://fellowship.apnic.net/) during the designated application period.

Applications will be accepted from 16 September 2026 until 06 October 2026.

Applicants are responsible for ensuring that the information provided in their application is complete and accurate.

4. Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Internet Community Engagement

The applicant's experience and level of involvement in local, regional, or global activities related to Internet technologies, network operations, Internet infrastructure, or Internet governance, including any demonstrated contributions to these communities.

Diversity and Inclusion

The applicant's ideas, experience, or demonstrated efforts in promoting gender equality, encouraging participation from diverse communities, improving accessibility, or reducing barriers to participation in the Internet community.

Stakeholder Representation

The applicant's background and the stakeholder community they represent, as well as the potential value of increasing participation from that stakeholder group within the KHNOG community.

Need for Fellowship Support

The financial, geographical, institutional, resource-related, or other barriers that may limit the applicant's ability to participate, and the extent to which fellowship support would enable their participation and future contribution to the Internet community.

Motivation and Potential Contribution

The applicant's motivation to participate in KHNOG activities, expected learning outcomes, and potential to apply or share the knowledge gained through the Fellowship with their organisation, institution, local community, or the wider Internet community.

5. Selection Process

The KHNOG Fellowship Committee will review eligible applications and conduct the selection process from 07 October 2026 to 13 October 2026.

Selected Fellows are expected to be announced on 14 October 2026. Successful applicants will also be notified individually by email.

Selected applicants must confirm their acceptance of the Fellowship by 21 October 2026.

If a selected applicant does not confirm their participation by the specified deadline, KHNOG reserves the right to offer the Fellowship to another applicant.

6. Fellowship Support and Number of Fellows

Depending on the Fellowship category, selected Fellows may receive the following support:

Participation in the KHNOG Conference.
Participation in the KHNOG Workshop, where applicable.
Transportation, accommodation, and fixed allowance for other participation-related expenses during the event period.

The number of Fellowships available will be determined based on the annual KHNOG Fellowship budget, sponsorship support, and overall event planning.

The final number of Fellows and Fellowship categories offered will be subject to KHNOG's final announcement.

7. Responsibilities of Fellows

Selected Fellows are expected to actively participate in and contribute to the KHNOG community.

Before the Event

Fellows are expected to:

  • Help promote KHNOG, the KHNOG Conference, Workshop, and related community activities through their professional or social networks;
  • Familiarise themselves with the Conference and Workshop programs and prepare for active participation.
During the Event

Fellows are expected to:

  • Attend the KHNOG activities covered by their Fellowship in full;
  • Actively participate in technical sessions, discussions, workshops, and community activities;
  • Participate in interviews, networking sessions, or other activities organised by KHNOG or Fellowship sponsors, where applicable;
  • Help promote important topics and discussions from the Conference and share their experience through social media or other appropriate channels;
  • Conduct themselves professionally and respectfully in accordance with KHNOG's community and event policies.
After the Event

Fellows are expected to:

  • Prepare a short presentation summarising their experience, key learning outcomes, and important topics from the event, and participate in a Fellowship experience-sharing session organised by KHNOG;
  • Write an article of approximately 1,500–2,000 words describing their experience, key lessons learned, and significant topics discussed during the event;
  • Share their learning and perspectives with the wider community through a social media post, blog article, video, presentation, community session, or another appropriate format.

Fellows are strongly encouraged to remain involved with KHNOG and the wider Internet community after completing the Fellowship, including through volunteering, mentoring, presenting, training, or participating in future community activities.

8. Important Notes

Applicants should carefully consider their availability before applying and ensure that they are able to participate fully in all activities associated with the Fellowship category for which they are selected.

Transportation and accommodation will be arranged by KHNOG. Fellows are required to coordinate closely with the KHNOG team to ensure that the necessary arrangements can be made in a timely manner. Once the arrangements have been confirmed and agreed upon, Fellows are expected to comply with them.

Any expenses exceeding the Fellowship allowance will be the responsibility of the Fellow.

Fellowship support is intended specifically to facilitate participation in KHNOG activities and may not be transferred to another person.

KHNOG reserves the right to modify the Fellowship arrangements, selection timeline, number of Fellows, or level of financial support where necessary due to operational, budgetary, or other circumstances.

Submission of an application does not guarantee selection for the Fellowship.

9. Contact

For enquiries regarding the KHNOG Fellowship Program, please contact:

E-mail: pc@khnog.org

Cambodia Network Operators Group (KHNOG)

3. Application

Applications will be accepted from 16 September 2026 until 06 October 2026.

KHNOG Fellowship Program online application form