Update: CSCG & IGF Planning Retreat
Arsène Tungali
arsenebaguma at GMAIL.COM
Thu Jun 2 03:24:26 EEST 2016
Thanks Anriette,
So these are recommendations from MAG to the Retreat organisers? I will be
happy to hear in the near future if these were taken into account, which
will be a good way to give (back) legitimacy to the retreat.
Thanks,
A
Le jeudi 2 juin 2016, Anriette Esterhuysen <anriette at apc.org> a écrit :
> Dear Arsène
>
> Here are some highlights shared by Jac sm Kee from APC who is a member
> of the MAG.
>
> Anriette
>
> Hi all,
>
> Just an update from the MAG meeting discussing the retreat this evening.
>
> The concerns around short timeline, problematics around representation
> and participation, interest in knowing about content as well as outputs
> of the process, broad participation were raised also in the meeting.
>
> Some suggestions were put forth to address some of this, in summary:
>
> * That the retreat not be seen as something that makes decisions, but
> rather the start of articulating the process for a strategic plan. So
> part of the "journey" of IGF improvements that has begun many years ago,
> with the opportunity of a 10 year mandate
> * That an open process be provided for inputs to shape the agenda
> (including e.g. CSTD recommednaitons, WSIS + 10 doc)
> * Remote participation in some way is important to promote transparency
> and participation, and the need to balance this against smaller space
> for brainstorming work as forwarded by some (live tweeting, remote
> participation at some point every day)
> * That outputs be open for comments and inputs by everyone
> * That there be clarity around what happens next with these outputs -
> roles and responsibilities
> * And that recommendations and suggestions on how to make the retreat
> work is open for informing it
>
> I think that's it. May have missed out on some, but hope this gives a
> gist of the conversation. Also happy to bring any further thoughts or
> recommendations to the MAG space.
>
> j
>
>
> On 02/06/2016 09:25, Arsène Tungali wrote:
> > Ho Avri,
> >
> > I just got this. Would love to know if there are any transcripts
> > available or if someone can help sum up the highlights. This retreat has
> > got a lot of oppositions and hope they were able to clear some issues.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > A
> >
> > Le mercredi 1 juin 2016, avri doria <avri at apc.org <javascript:;>
> <mailto:avri at apc.org <javascript:;>>>
> > a écrit :
> >
> > Hi,
> >
> > DESA is holding a call with MAG shortly (sorry for the late notice)
> on
> > the subject of the retreat.
> >
> > As all MAG calls, it is open to observers (whether they can speak or
> not
> > is up to the chair).
> >
> > Virtual Meeting with UNDESA/NY
> >
> > Wednesday, June 1, 2016
> >
> > 3:00 pm | Greenwich Time (Reykjavik, GMT) | 1 hr
> >
> > registration url:
> > <
> https://intgovforum.webex.com/intgovforum/j.php?RGID=r2412329f0223afdecaa75d67f0216aef
> >
> >
> > avri
> >
> > On 27-May-16 12:01, Robin Gross wrote:
> > > Please note: as the IGF has extended its deadline for nominations,
> > > CSCG will be able to accept nominations until COB next *Tuesday
> (May
> > > 31)* Details of how to apply for CSCG endorsement are below.
> > >
> > >> On May 23, 2016, at 2:13 PM, Robin Gross <robin at ipjustice.org
> <javascript:;>
> > <javascript:;>
> > >> <mailto:robin at ipjustice.org <javascript:;> <javascript:;>>>
> wrote:
> > >>
> > >> FYI:
> > >>
> > >>> Begin forwarded message:
> > >>> […]
> > >>>
> > >>> Following from the announcement a few days ago of the IGF
> Planning
> > >>> Retreat, CSCG has decided that, while being deeply concerned
> about
> > >>> the way this exercise has been announced and the almost
> impossible
> > >>> timeframes being suggested for us to endorse suitable civil
> society
> > >>> candidates, it will endorse suitable civil society names by the
> May
> > >>> 31 deadline given to us. We will use the best possible selection
> > >>> method we can in the circumstances of not enough time for a
> proper
> > >>> evaluation. Although this is not a satisfactory situation from
> our
> > >>> point of view, in the spirit of co-operating towards the
> > >>> introduction of better IGF processes for multistakeholder
> > >>> representation in the future, we will proceed as best we can and
> > >>> inform the IGF Secretariat of our intentions.
> > >>>
> > >>> What this means for civil society candidates seeking CSCG
> > >>> endorsement is that, in addition to completing the IGF form, you
> > >>> must also send an email to nomcom08 at internetgov-cs.org
> <javascript:;>
> > <javascript:;>, informing
> > >>> CSCG of your nomination and a brief statement outlining why you
> are
> > >>> a suitable civil society representative for this planning
> retreat.
> > >>> However, please note – THE SUBMISSIONS TO CSCG MUST REACH THE
> > >>> MAILING ADDRESS ABOVE NO LATER THAN COB THIS FRIDAY (MAY 27) - to
> > >>> allow us to also submit our recommendations by the IGF closing
> date
> > >>> of May 31.
> > >>>
> > >>> So briefly – to seek CSCG endorsement for attendance at this
> > >>> workshop, you must submit an email to us at
> > >>> nomcom08 at internetgov-cs.org <javascript:;> <javascript:;> no
> later than COB on
> > Friday, May 27.
> > >>> (and you must also apply via the IGF process outlined at
> > >>> http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/igf-retreat)
> > >>>
> > >>> CSCG will make its recommendations taking into account the
> > >>> contribution nominees can make, as well as gender, geographic and
> > >>> political diversity.
> > >>>
> > >>> If more information comes to hand, we will inform CS lists as
> soon
> > >>> as possible. But we do believe it is important to select a
> diverse
> > >>> and representative group of civil society attendees for this
> > >>> retreat, and will do the best possible in the limited time
> available
> > >>> to achieve this.
> > >>>
> > >>> Ian Peter
> > >>>
> > >>> *From:* Ian Peter <mailto:ian.peter at ianpeter.com <javascript:;>
> <javascript:;>>
> > >>> *Sent:* Saturday, May 21, 2016 8:51 AM
> > >>> *To:* governance at lists.igcaucus.org <javascript:;>
> <javascript:;>
> > >>> <mailto:governance at lists.igcaucus.org <javascript:;>
> <javascript:;>>
> > >>> *Subject:* [governance] IGF Planning Retreat
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> The IGF has opened a call for nominations to attend a Planning
> > >>> Retreat from July 14-16 at Glen Cove, New York. Details can be
> > found at
> > >>>
> > >>> http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/igf-retreat
> > >>>
> > >>> The IGF nomination procedures can be found from the link above
> and
> > >>> interested civil society people should apply. Travel assistance
> > >>> *may* be available for participants from developing countries and
> > >>> transitional economies but cannot be guaranteed at this stage.
> > >>>
> > >>> CSCG is still discussing whether it wishes to become involved in
> a
> > >>> parallel process of recommending civil society candidates. Our
> > >>> involvement is welcomed by the IGF Secretariat, but we are
> concerned
> > >>> about the lack of transparency and rushed nature of any
> involvement
> > >>> (which would also need to be completed by May 31 on current
> > >>> indications, in parallel with nominations still being received).
> We
> > >>> will advise further (within 48 hours) on procedures that should
> be
> > >>> followed for those seeking CSCG endorsement if a decision is
> made to
> > >>> be involved.
> > >>>
> > >>> Apologies for incredibly short notice: this was only announced on
> > >>> Thursday May 19 and we have been seeking clarification on how
> this
> > >>> will be conducted.
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>>
> > >>> Ian Peter (Independent Chair, CSCG)
> > >>>
> > >>
> > >
> >
> >
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> >
> >
> > --
> > ------
> > Arsene Tungali,
> > Executive Director, Rudi International
> > Founder, Mabingwa Forum
> > Goma, DRCongo
> >
> > Sent via Mobile (excuse type and brievity)
> >
>
> --
> -----------------------------------------
> Anriette Esterhuysen
> Executive Director
> Association for Progressive Communications
> anriette at apc.org <javascript:;>
> www.apc.org
> IM: ae_apc
>
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Arsene Tungali,
Executive Director, Rudi International
Founder, Mabingwa Forum
Goma, DRCongo
Sent via Mobile (excuse type and brievity)
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