Mutually Agreed Norms for Routing Security (MANRS) initiative requires collaboration and shared responsibility for the global Internet routing system.
A new MANRS program brings together Ambassadors and Fellows to make the global routing infrastructure more robust and secure.
Ambassadors are representatives from current MANRS participants who provide mentorship, guidance, and feedback to others in the routing security community.
Applications for 2021 Ambassador Program are now closed.
Fellows are emerging leaders who believe that routing security is essential and are ready to contribute to its improvement. Fellows choose one of three categories: training, research, or policy.
Applications for 2021 Fellowship Program open on Monday, 1 March 2021.
2021 Timeline
| Ambassador Application Open | 8 – 19 February |
| Ambassador Application Review | 22 – 26 February |
| Announcement of MANRS Ambassadors | 5 March |
| Fellowship Application Open | 1 – 15 March |
| Fellowship Application Review | 15 – 30 March |
| Announcement of Fellows | 3 April |
| Program Start Date | 15 April |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long are the programs?
- They last for up to eight months
- Do Ambassadors get paid?
- Every Ambassador receives a stipend of up to $1,500/month. The remuneration will be based on KPIs, reviewed every month.
- Do fellows get paid?
- Every Fellow receives a stipend of up to $750/month. The remuneration will be based on KPIs, reviewed every month.
- What are the benefits of the Fellowship if I am selected?
- Fellows gain valuable insight and networking opportunities from Ambassadors, who are well respected in the routing security industry. Fellows also have the opportunity to improve their skills, work in a diverse environment, and improve the Internet’s routing infrastructure to benefit their own organization as well as all Internet users.
- Are students eligible?
- Yes, if you fulfil all the criteria. Employment may not be required of students.
- Is there an age requirement?
- No.
- Can I make more than one application?
- Yes, you can apply for multiple categories.
- Is English proficiency required?
- Yes, intermediate level English language is required.
- If I have an update to my application, who should I contact?
- Please contact the Fellowship Program Team at [email protected]
- How many Ambassadors and Fellows will be selected respectively?
- We have resources for a total of 4 Ambassadors and 14 Fellows, but our ultimate goal is to find the right people.
- Do Ambassadors and Fellows have to be members of a MANRS participant organization?
- Ambassadors must be affiliated with a MANRS participant organization. This requirement does not apply to Fellows.
- Can 2020 Ambassadors and Fellows reapply this year?
- 2020 Ambassadors and Fellows cannot reapply for the same positions, but 2020 Fellows can apply for the Ambassador Program 2021 as long as they meet the requirements, including being a representative from a MANRS particpipant organization.
- When is the deadline for applications?
- Please refer to the timeline above.
- When will the results be announced?
- Please refer to the timeline above.