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 <[log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>>
> 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 <[log in to unmask]
> <javascript:;>
> >> <mailto:[log in to unmask] <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 [log in to unmask]
> <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
> >>> [log in to unmask] <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:[log in to unmask] <javascript:;>>
> >>> *Sent:* Saturday, May 21, 2016 8:51 AM
> >>> *To:* [log in to unmask] <javascript:;>
> >>> <mailto:[log in to unmask] <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,
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