[IRPCoalition] IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE Nominations extended

Fri Jan 26 03:56:17 EET 2018

Dear IRP Coalition,

I would like to self-nominate for the position of Co-Chair.

I have been member of the IRPC Steering Committee for the past two years, however my involvement with the work of the coalition dates back to 2012 when I joined the IRPC as web and social media manager to develop the new website and to co-ordinate the IRPC social media networks. During this time I have been following closely and participating actively in the coalition's output, by editing and publishing content for distribution on the website and social media, aiming at reaching broader audiences and raising awareness of the work of the coalition in the promotion of human rights for the online environment.
Over the years I have had the opportunity to experience the rise of the coalition’s online and offline profile and the development of the IRPC Charter Booklet, currently translated into eight major languages. I have also had the opportunity  to be directly involved in coalition’s activities by:
- participating in meetings, conferences and regional IGFs ( WS10 Review Meeting - Unesco 2013, EuroDIG 2013, 2014 and 2016),
- representing the IRPC as part of the EuroDIG 2013 working group,
- facilitating the live broadcast of major events (NetMundial, annual IGFs, etc),
- rapporteuring for IRPC meetings and workshops (WS “Towards a Human Internet? Rules, Rights, and Responsibilities for Our Online Future”, EuroDIG 2013 | WS “Confronting the digital divide (2) - Refugees, human rights and Internet access”, EuroDIG 2016 | IRPC Meeting, IGF 2017),
- co-organising with Amnesty International the IRPC meeting with roundtable discussion  “When death threats go viral: defending human rights in the face of orchestrated harassment campaign on social media” at the IGF 2016 in Mexico,
- organising on behalf of the coalition a Lightning Session: “Human Rights online – What has Internet Governance got to do with Refugees?” at the IGF 2016 in Mexico,
- representing the IRPC at the DCs Main Session at the IGF 2017 in Geneva.
It has been a privilege to be involved in these activities. Working with the coalition has reinforced my commitment to promoting human rights and alerted me to the challenges and opportunities for upholding human rights in the online environment.

The outreach work of the IRPC continues this year with promotion of the Charter and new translations are already underway. The development of the Charter’s Resource Guide - initiated a couple of years ago by Kevin Kisser, Robert Bodle and Syracuse University law students -  which is now open for wider input, is another important project in progress. I would be delighted to work with the current co-chair and steering committee, as well as all the IRPC members and representatives of the different stakeholder groups, on the development of the outreach projects and to contribute to the ongoing work of the coalition at the Internet Governance Forum.

Best wishes,

Minda

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Subject: Re: [IRPCoalition] IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE Nominations extended

Dear all

There is still time to (self) nominate for the IRPC Steering Committee, and for the incoming co-Chair of the Coalition.

The nomination period has been extended until the end of this week, If you know of someone, or would like to step forward yourself.

We welcome IRPC Coalition members who would like to contribute to the ongoing work of translating and disseminating the IRPC Charter around the world, those who would like to be a part of the new Charter Resource Guide project that showcases the many projects that have emerged around human rights and principles for internet policy-making. We also welcome people who have participated on the list, and who have ideas for events at the annual IGF meetings, EuroDIG and other regional meetings.

Updates on all those activities and outputs are at http://internetrightsandprinciples.org/site/<https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Finternetrightsandprinciples.org%2Fsite%2F&data=02%7C01%7C%7C1af978bc7ecd4fb8a13008d5618fa138%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C636522191872290433&sdata=o2r39fShBqwOkxkvV2OQDXNCtZ%2BabHRvHup6TQ85Dl8%3D&reserved=0>

Some people have expressed interest and inquired about the time commitment. Being on the SC requires some bandwidth for email communications, and periodic meetings online in the lead-up to key events on the internet governance calendar; As outline below, enthusiasm, ideas, and desire to contribute to this work are the main criteria.

IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE ELECTIONS: PROCESS

Revised Timeline:
Nominations 9-28 January, 2018.
Elections 28 January-4 February, 2018.

This email is an announcement regarding the upcoming Internet Rights and Principles Coalition Elections.

For 2018-20 we have positions for (1) the incoming co-chair (2018-2020) and 2) steering committee members (2018-2020).

Below you will find the nomination and election procedure, which includes ideal criteria (roles and responsibilities, areas of interest and expertise) for each position.

(Self) nominations for any of these positions are open. All (self-) nominations require a seconder and a brief statement of intent.

Procedure and Guidelines for Nominees:
·      Invite (self) nominations for both Co-Chair and Steering Committee Member. Each candidate provides a short profile statement to include a short bio as pertains to their intended role in the Coalition, as well as a short statement of how they will work towards the Coalition’s continued success and development.
·      Set up a survey monkey and hold elections – or a poll to endorse current and incoming officers if nominations not contested - for incoming Co-Chair and Steering Committee Member/s.
·      Both Co-Chair and Steering Committee Members to be (self)-nominated, a seconder is required.
·      IRPC Co-Chair is on a rotating 2-year, staggered basis. The outgoing Co-Chair remains on the Steering Committee for two years.
·      Steering Committee Members (total of 9) are elected for two years with a nominal maximum of two terms (4 years). After two terms, an SC member either steps down or stands for a renewed two-year term. This criterion applies to the outgoing Co-Chair position-holder on completion of the succeeding two year term.
·      Steering Committee Members and Co-Chair positions are elected independently.
·      The IRPC aims to represent stakeholders of diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds, as well as seeks gender and geographical balance.

Qualifications:

Co-Chair -

·      Experience with the IGF and/or related internet governance consultations and meetings and the IRP Coalition for at least one year.
·      Can demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the IRP Coalition’s Aims (see: http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/dynamiccoalitions/72-ibr<https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.intgovforum.org%2Fcms%2Fdynamiccoalitions%2F72-ibr&data=02%7C01%7C%7C1af978bc7ecd4fb8a13008d5618fa138%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C636522191872290433&sdata=S%2BGZ%2FjYs3FZSbWwfX0ZE0o7ptmKrgRlIKaw3qr4uqAM%3D&reserved=0>)
·      Preferably, demonstrate knowledge of the procedures of the Internet Governance Forum
·      Knowledge of the IRPC’s work and output since 2008 and provide insights into how they envisage taking the IRP Charter forward based on achievements to date.
·      Can provide a vision for how the IRP Coalition can contribute to the future of the IGF and advance the IRPC Charter work within the IGF and beyond.
·      Able to consolidate ongoing collaborations with partners from all sectors and forge new ones.

Steering Committee Member -
·      Experience with the IRPC for at least one year.
·      Demonstrate experience and knowledge of IG related themes, human rights and IG Principles in particular.
·      Adherence to the Coalition’s Aims (see: http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/dynamiccoalitions/72-ibr<https://nam01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.intgovforum.org%2Fcms%2Fdynamiccoalitions%2F72-ibr&data=02%7C01%7C%7C1af978bc7ecd4fb8a13008d5618fa138%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C636522191872290433&sdata=S%2BGZ%2FjYs3FZSbWwfX0ZE0o7ptmKrgRlIKaw3qr4uqAM%3D&reserved=0>)
·      Preferably, some knowledge and understanding of the procedures of the Internet Governance Forum.
·      Demonstrate a commitment to the aims and objectives of the IRPC Charter of Human Rights and Principles of the Internet
·      Indicate what roles and responsibilities they can carry as an SC member
·      Able and willing to respond to SC emails and meeting calls in a reasonable time.

Timeline and polling:
·      Nominations for new officers will be open for two weeks starting January 9-19.
·      Elections will be open for two weeks starting January 20-31.

IRPC list members will (i) vote or endorse (if uncontested) nominees using an anonymized online polling tool.

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