i-SEA Fellowship 2026
Join 40 content creators from across Southeast Asia for a transformative journey in ethical storytelling and information integrity.
About
A hybrid month-long programme designed to equip content creators with the knowledge, skills, and tools to become ethical and impactful digital storytellers.
The Influence for Impact in Southeast Asia (i-SEA) Fellowship Programme is an initiative of the Centre for Information Integrity and the Internet (IN-cube) at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI), in partnership with Temasek Foundation.
We invite applications from aspiring student creators who are ready to engage in important conversations on information integrity, digital media ethics, and the power of storytelling in the age of AI.
Through online masterclasses, mentorship, and a week-long in-person workshop and hackathon in Singapore, fellows will explore key topics including:
Why Apply
Elevate your skills, expand your network, and become a leader in promoting information integrity across Southeast Asia.
Join a vibrant community of passionate student creators from across Southeast Asia. Forge lasting connections, collaborate on innovative projects, and build a supportive network of peers committed to making a positive impact.
Participate in masterclasses and workshops led by distinguished academics, top journalists, and policy experts. Dive deep into digital media ethics, AI in storytelling, and strategies to combat online harms.
Learn directly from established key opinion leaders and successful influencers. Gain real-world insights into building an ethical and impactful online presence from those who have paved the way.
Immerse yourself in a week-long, fully-funded workshop and hackathon in Singapore. Your travel, accommodation, and expenses will be covered—focus entirely on learning, creating, and collaborating.
Stories
In their own words — reflections shared by fellows from our inaugural cohort.
"Being part of the i-SEA Fellowship 2025 was an unforgettable experience. I had the chance to learn from inspiring creators across Southeast Asia, exchange ideas, and grow both personally and professionally. Beyond the workshops and discussions, I built meaningful friendships and connections that continue to inspire me as a content creator and youth advocate."
"Participating in the first-ever i-SEA Fellowship at NTU Singapore was a truly meaningful experience that broadened my perspective and strengthened my skills. The programme deepened my understanding of information integrity, digital literacy and responsible AI while allowing me to collaborate with passionate young leaders from across Southeast Asia. Beyond the energy of the hackathon, what stood out most was the strong regional network we built — those connections continue to spark collaborations, community initiatives and advocacy efforts that create lasting impact."
"For me, i-SEA was more than a fellowship. It was a turning point. As a student and content creator, I discovered new ways to connect digital literacy, information integrity, and ethical, responsible AI with education. The experience challenged me to think beyond borders and inspired me to create meaningful content that empowers young people to think critically and navigate the digital world responsibly. I proudly carry the nickname 'Visionary Vichet' — a reminder to keep learning, creating, and inspiring positive change in my community."
"Grand, radiant, significant, and rare. Bold, unforgettable, beyond compare. To sum it up: absolute PEAK. Thank you, i-SEA, for the greatest experience I've ever had."
Programme
Three weeks of sessions on misinformation, media ethics, AI literacy, and fact-checking with experts from journalism, tech, and academia.
Go behind the scenes at TikTok's Transparency Centre, SPH Media newsroom, and MediaCorp broadcast studios in Singapore.
Work in cross-cultural teams to develop solutions for real information integrity challenges, mentored by industry experts.
Certificate
Every fellow who completes the programme receives an official i-SEA Fellowship certificate from the organisers — a formal recognition of your participation, signed by the centre's director and presented at the closing ceremony in Singapore.
Timeline
From application to the closing ceremony in Singapore — four milestones to mark on your calendar.
Submit your application through our online portal.
Selected fellows notified via email.
Three weeks of online sessions on information integrity, AI literacy, and ethical storytelling.
In-person workshops, hackathon, and site visits in Singapore.
Eligibility
Applications for the 2026 fellowship are now open.
Start your applicationApplying is completely free. i-SEA, IN-cube and NTU will never ask you to pay a registration fee, processing fee, deposit, or interview fee. If anyone claims to be collecting money on our behalf, do not transfer anything — write to incube@ntu.edu.sg to verify.