What were the Multistakeholder community achievements

[Remmy Nweke]

Good one there Farzaneh.
Impressive summary

On Thu, 6 Mar 2025, 13:32 Rafik Dammak, <rafik.dammak at gmail.com> wrote:

> Hi Farzaneh,
>
> Thanks for drafting  this. Yes definitely I think we can bring it during
> our meeting with Board next Tuesday.
>
> Best,
>
> Rafik
>
>
> On Thu, Mar 6, 2025, 21:13 farzaneh badii <farzaneh.badii at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Thank you all.
>>
>> Here is a synthesis of your comments. Maybe we can write a letter to the
>> board or mention a few during the board meeting. I can also mention it in
>> the council meeting:
>>
>> Title: The Success of the Multistakeholder Model in Internet Governance
>>
>>
>> Nearly a decade has passed since the IANA transition, a milestone that
>> symbolized the full embrace of the multistakeholder (MS) model by the
>> Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). Despite
>> predictions of chaos and fragmentation, the Internet has not only endured
>> but flourished. This success is a testament to the MS model’s ability to
>> balance diverse interests and foster trust among stakeholders—from
>> governments and private companies to civil society and technical experts.
>>
>>
>> Building Consensus Through Dialogue
>>
>> At the heart of the MS model is a commitment to dialogue and
>> consensus-building. Existing mechanisms within ICANN, such as bilateral
>> meetings and structured decision-making processes, ensure that all voices
>> are heard, including those of the Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC).
>> This continuous exchange of perspectives might seem cumbersome, but it has
>> proven effective in preventing deadlocks that often paralyze
>> intergovernmental negotiations. Unlike traditional diplomatic settings,
>> where a single powerful nation can block progress, ICANN’s MS model thrives
>> on a balance of interests, making its outcomes more widely accepted by the
>> global community.
>>
>>
>> Legitimacy, Trust, and Ownership
>>
>> One of the most compelling reasons for supporting the MS model is the
>> legitimacy and trust it generates. Decisions made through this inclusive
>> process enjoy a high level of acceptance because stakeholders feel a sense
>> of ownership. This legitimacy is not just abstract; it has tangible impacts
>> on the Internet’s stability. Investors and innovators, from those behind
>> the mobile revolution to the pioneers of IoT and AI, have been able to
>> proceed confidently, knowing that the underlying governance of the Internet
>> is both predictable and fair.
>>
>>
>> Addressing the Digital Divide
>>
>> The MS model has also played a crucial role in narrowing the digital
>> divide, particularly for the Global South. By ensuring that civil society
>> can directly participate in policymaking, the model has amplified the
>> voices of regions often marginalized in traditional diplomatic processes.
>> For instance, ICANN’s accountability measures and human rights
>> recommendations have been shaped with input from diverse global
>> stakeholders, demonstrating that the MS model does not merely accommodate
>> different voices but actively integrates them into actionable policies.
>>
>>
>> Resilience in Times of Crisis
>>
>> The resilience of the Internet during times of war, conflict, and even a
>> global pandemic further underscores the strength of the MS model. The
>> ability to maintain security and access to domain names globally, despite
>> geopolitical tensions, highlights a system that is both robust and
>> adaptable. Unlike intergovernmental frameworks, which can stall in moments
>> of crisis, ICANN’s MS model has shown it can quickly adapt and continue to
>> function effectively.
>>
>>
>> A Stable Path Forward
>>
>> In a world where national interests often clash, the MS model’s ability
>> to produce stable, predictable, and widely accepted outcomes is nothing
>> short of remarkable. By fostering a sense of shared ownership and ensuring
>> that no single actor can dominate, ICANN’s approach has created a
>> governance system that not only preserves the technical stability of the
>> Internet but also its open and inclusive nature.
>>
>>
>>
>> Farzaneh
>>
>>
>> On Wed, Mar 5, 2025 at 11:10 PM Pedro de Perdigão Lana <
>> pedrodeperdigaolana at gmail.com> wrote:
>>
>>> Hi Farzi, all,
>>>
>>> I would mention the existing stimulus for a continuing conversation
>>> between the different groups within ICANN, including bilateral meetings and
>>> back-and-forth decision-making, highlighting the existing mechanisms with
>>> GAC. This serves to show how there is a real intent of searching for
>>> consensus and leveling the debate while recognizing the need to have
>>> diffeent, even if this means creating a complex framework of rules and
>>> procedures - and how this reflects on a higher acceptability of the
>>> outcomes by a global community of agents involved in the DNS, providing a
>>> much more stable process (even in comparison to intergovernamental ones, in
>>> which a single important country interest can block the action of all the
>>> others).
>>>
>>> Cordially,
>>>
>>> *Pedro de Perdigão Lana*
>>> Lawyer <https://www.nic.br/>, GEDAI/UFPR <https://www.gedai.com.br/>
>>> Researcher
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>>> Em qua., 5 de mar. de 2025 às 10:47, Johan Helsingius <
>>> 00001963cc94b85a-dmarc-request at listserv.syr.edu> escreveu:
>>>
>>>> I would also point out stuff like the original (whois) EPDP,
>>>> where we found compromise solutions that everybody was equally
>>>> unhappy about. :)
>>>>
>>>>         Julf
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> On 05/03/2025 13:03, farzaneh badii wrote:
>>>> > Hi everyone
>>>> >
>>>> > During the call with the CEO and the policy development staff I
>>>> > mentioned that we should discuss how the ms process at ICANN has
>>>> > contributed to Internet governance globally which is pivotal for
>>>> WSIS+20
>>>> > conversations
>>>> >
>>>> > Some examples:
>>>> >
>>>> > The community came up with an accountability package and
>>>> recommendations
>>>> > that included the issue of sanctions and human rights
>>>> >
>>>> > Ensuring global access to domain names and security of the DNS
>>>> >
>>>> > Allowing for civil society direct participation in policymaking
>>>> >
>>>> > Showing resiliency in times of war and conflict and pandemic
>>>> >
>>>> >
>>>> > Any other concrete example comes to your mind?
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>>>> > Farzaneh
>>>>
>>> Rafik Dammak
> @rafik
> "fight for the users"
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