What were the Multistakeholder community achievements

[Pedro de Perdigão Lana]

Hi Farzi,

Fully contemplated by the summary.

I would also highlight, possibly as part of the "Resilience in Times of
Crisis" paragraph, that the Multistakeholder model is more recent than
other governance models and, like many others, is still being improved. The
gaps we see are constantly evaluated and targeted by change proposals. More
importantly, improvements that affect the whole community/society are more
easily achieved when multiple actors participate in the decision process,
because it is much harder for a single dominant group, favoured by a
specific flaw, to hinder attempts of corrections.

Cordially,

*Pedro de Perdigão Lana*
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Em qui., 6 de mar. de 2025 às 17:54, Remmy Nweke <remmyn at gmail.com>
escreveu:

> 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
>>>> PhD Candidate (UFPR), LLM in Business Law (UCoimbra)
>>>> Coordination/Board/EC @ NCUC <https://www.ncuc.org> & NCSG
>>>> <https://community.icann.org/display/gnsononcomstake/Home>(ICANN), IODA
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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?
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> >
>>>>> > Farzaneh
>>>>>
>>>> Rafik Dammak
>> @rafik
>> "fight for the users"
>>
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