Call for Applications:  i-SEA Fellowship 2026 – Fully Funded Hybrid Fellowship for Young Content Creators

Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

About the Fellowship

The i-SEA Fellowship 2026 is a fully funded, month-long hybrid fellowship in Singapore for young student content creators interested in ethical storytelling, digital media, information integrity, and responsible AI. The program combines online masterclasses, mentorship, industry visits, and a fully funded week in Singapore featuring workshops and an international hackathon. Organized by the Centre for Information Integrity and the Internet (IN-cube) at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, in partnership with the Temasek Foundation and the NTU ASEAN, China and India (ACI) Mobility Fund, the fellowship will bring together 40 young content creators from across the region. The programme aims to foster a regional network of content creators committed to integrity and positive social impact.

Fellowship Benefits

Selected fellows will participate in a comprehensive program focused on responsible digital storytelling and information integrity. The program includes fully funded travel and participation in Singapore, accommodation and expenses, online masterclasses with experts, mentorship from experienced content creators, and industry visits to organizations including TikTok, MediaCorp, and SPH Media.

Fellows will receive

• Return airfare to Singapore
• 6 nights of accommodation
• Meals during the program
• Daily stipend for personal expenses
• Coverage of all program-related costs
• Official certification upon completion

Fellowship Structure

1. Online Masterclasses: Three weeks of virtual sessions covering misinformation, media ethics, AI literacy, and fact-checking
2. Industry Visits: Tours of leading media and technology organizations in Singapore
3. Hackathon: A collaborative, in-person event where fellows work in teams to develop solutions to real-world challenges

Why This Fellowship Matters

The i-SEA Fellowship addresses the critical need for ethical, informed content creators in the digital age. By equipping young creators with knowledge about misinformation, media ethics, and responsible AI, the programme builds a regional network of digital storytellers committed to information integrity.

For young student content creators from Southeast Asia, China, and India, this fellowship offers:

• Fully funded travel and accommodation in Singapore
• Training from media experts and industry leaders
• Industry visits to major media and technology organizations
• Mentorship from experienced content creators
• A platform to develop solutions to real-world information challenges
• Official certification from NTU Singapore

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be 18–25 years old if applying from outside Singapore; Singapore applicants can be 16–25
• Be a citizen or resident of an eligible country in Southeast Asia, China, or India
• Be currently enrolled in a junior college, polytechnic, university, or another post-secondary institution
• Obtain a nomination/endorsement from their educational institution
• Have at least 1,000 followers on a social media platform
• Have a regular monthly posting history
• Be active on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, or other platforms
• Be available to participate throughout the full programme

How to Apply

Application Link: Click here to apply.

For More Information: Visit the Official i-SEA Fellowship