[kictanet] Fwd: Polite Reminder: Call for applications for Online Training: Internet Governance in Africa – an Introduction

[ANGEL A]

Thank you Ali.

Regards, 

Angela.

 
Sent By Mia Ang


On Thursday, July 24, 2014 1:19 PM, Ali Hussein via kictanet <kictanet at lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote:
 


Listers

Apologies for cross posting. 

See below for any one interested.


Ali Hussein

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From: "Internet Society Kenya Chapter Secretariat" <info at isoc.or.ke>
>Date: July 24, 2014 at 1:03:44 PM GMT+3
>To: <Ali at Hussein.me.ke>
>Subject: Polite Reminder: Call for applications for Online Training: Internet Governance in Africa – an Introduction
>Reply-To: <info at isoc.or.ke>
>
>

>
>Dear Ali        Kassim,
>Dear friends and colleagues,
>This important call for applications has just been released by Nedpad, and will be managed by our colleagues Towela Jere and Titi Akinsanmi. Please let your friends in Africa know about this opportunity!
>Call for applications for Online Training: Internet Governance in Africa – an Introduction
>The NEPAD e-Africa Programme invites applications for an online training programme “Internet Governance in Africa – an Introduction”
>Course Content
>The course will cover fundamental aspects of Internet Governance and Internet policy including:
>	* Actors and processes
>	* Infrastructure and broadband policy
>	* Cybersecurity
>	* Privacy and Human Rights
>	* Network neutrality
>	* Management of domain names and IP addresses
>	* Socio-economic and development aspects of the Internet and Internet Governance
>The course will also offer case studies and practical examples from Africa and participants will be encouraged to contextualize their learning to their countries or regions.
>Target Audience
>The training is open to a wide variety of stakeholders including:
>	* Government officials
>	* Officials from regional and sub-regional institutions
>	* Parliamentary representatives
>	* Civil society activists and advocates
>	* Students, academics and researchers
>	* Journalists
>Eligibility
>Applicants must meet the following requirements:
>	* Citizen of a member state of the African Union
>	* Able to read, write and converse in English
>	* Have reliable Internet access
>Applicants with an undergraduate degree may have an added advantage. Preference will be given to individuals living and working in Africa.
>Mode of Delivery
>The course will be delivered in English and will be conducted online using a mixture of facilitator-led sessions and self-directed learning. Participants should expect to spend at least 8 hours per week on the course. The course will be delivered over an 8-week period.
>Method of Application
>Apply online using the application form. 
>(If you encounter problems with filling in the form online, you may request a PDF version to be sent to you. Send your request to: towelan at nepad.org)
>Deadline for applications
>Applications should be received on or before July 28. Late applications may be considered subject to availability of seats.
>Course Fees
>There are no fees associated with registration or participation in the course.
>Enquiries
>Enquiries may be directed to Towela Nyirenda-Jere via email: towelan at nepad.org
>Yours Sincerely,
>Mwendwa Kivuva, 
>Secretary
>Internet Society Kenya Chapter
>info at isoc.or.ke
>NB: Internet Society Kenya chapter has a mailing list for members discussions. If you are not on the list, you can subscribe by following the link below:
>http://lists.my.co.ke/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/isoc
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