[IRPCoalition] Extended Deadline [FWD: REMINDER - [FWD: IMPORTANT: IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE ELECTIONS PROCESS]]

Tue Jan 8 16:32:14 EET 2019

Dear Mr. June
Thanks a lot for seconding for this position, fully appreciated
Regards

On Tue, Jan 8, 2019 at 12:53 PM June Parris <parrisjune51 at gmail.com> wrote:

> Dear All,
>
> I second Mohamed.
>
> June
>
> On Tue, 8 Jan 2019 at 06:18, mohamed farahat <m.farahat at efrr-egypt.org>
> wrote:
>
>> Dear All,
>> I would like to nominate my self for steering committee. kindly find
>> below
>>   kind regards
>>
>> Mohamed Farahat is an   Egyptian lawyer. And practices as human rights
>> lawyer 11 years ago  , he is a legal trainer and legal and political
>> researcher    He joined Egyptian Foundation for Refugees Rights (EFRR)
>> in 2014, first as Access to Justice team leader than as Coordinator of
>> EFRR’s legal aid project with UNHCR , currently as programs director .  He
>> has held his current position since March 2015.  In addition Mr. Farahat
>> joint African Civil Society on Information Society (ACSIS) since November
>> 2017 as a member  (ACSIS-Egypt) . Prior to joining EFRR, he worked for
>> Africa and Middle East Refugee Assistance (AMERA-Egypt) as access to
>> Justice team leader, he worked for International Commission for Jurists
>> (ICJ) as a legal researcher.
>>
>> Mr. Farahat hold a law degree in Law  from Cairo university , he
>> obtained a post graduate diploma in Human Rights and civil society,   post
>> graduate diploma in International Negotiation , post graduate diploma in
>> African Studies , and  post graduate diploma in International law.
>>
>> He participated at  IGF 2017 and 2018  as speaker and organizer for a
>> workshop sessions about internet shutdown and refugee digital rights in
>> addition he participated at African IGF 2017 and open discussion organized
>> by UNHSCO 2018 as speaker about  AI and human rights.
>>
>> Firstly I will bring 16 years professional experience as a lawyer and
>> legal practitioner, human rights lawyer, legal consultant , legal and
>> political researcher , trainer and projects manager associated with
>> academic qualifications in Law , International law , African studies ,
>> International negotiation and Human rights and civil Society (CV ready upon
>> request ) .
>>
>> With other members I will work through the two years to achieve IRPC
>> objectives and action recommended with other new ideas.
>>
>> AS a lawyer and legal researcher , my main plan will focus on all related
>> legal aspects of IG , I will interested to propose new and not covered
>> legal issues, throughout 2 years of membership I will work on :
>>
>> * New partnerships and new actors engagement needed in Internet
>> Governance issues related to human rights . Although the IG traditional
>> multi-stakeholders have a significant role in evolving internet and using
>> technology in the context of human rights  ,but IGF in general have to
>> seek new partnerships and actors engagements such as united Nation High
>> commission for Refugees (UNHCR) and International Organization for
>> Migration (IOM), World Health Organization (WHO) and International
>> Commission of Red cross (ICRC) for facilitate and using internet and
>> technology for empowering , protecting refugees , internal displaced
>> persons (IDPs) and migrants . .
>>
>> * Step forward: Strengthen the role Coalition with Regional IGF
>>
>> * Establish a legal committee to review all regulation and legislation to
>> sure it in line with the IG principles and rules. Assess the efficiency and
>> effectiveness of all legal documents governing human rights digital rights
>> ,  with recommendation of addition, deletion and amendments needed.
>>
>> * As human rights lawyer I will raise and work on digital rights on
>> Africa such as refugees digital rights, adopting programs that ensure
>> empowering most vulnerable person in Africa, using internet and technology
>> to ensure access of refugees, migrants to
>>
>> * The capacity building is one of most important issues, adopting strong
>> capacity building programs related to human rights online which ensure
>> generating new qualified leaders. Form a committee responsible for capacity
>> building should be one of priorities of Committee members.
>>
>> * Special permanent researches unit affiliated to committee  is vital
>> and essential ,working closely to all members and committees and focus on
>> all topics applicable and related to our objectives , and cooperate
>> directly with different academic and research institutes which assist to
>> bring challenges and opportunities to the agenda of IGF and export the new
>> topic to global IGF.
>>
>> * The integration between all actors is essential of the operation, the
>> one topic has different aspects, legal aspect, technical, economic etc..,
>> so
>>
>> * Uniqueness is main thing I will struggle with other members to bring to
>> the operation of committee besides working on traditional IG topics. The
>> field of internet governance is rich and still has areas need deeply diving
>> in it.
>>
>> * Outreach activities is very essential for developing the role of IRPC
>> specially with regional and national IGF outreach committee is core stone
>> for the committee operation.
>>
>> * This is only some thoughts that i will bring to the operation , i am
>> sure the discussion with the members will generate a new thoughts to the
>> operation
>>
>> On Tue, Jan 8, 2019 at 6:54 AM <info at irpcharter.org> wrote:
>>
>>> The deadline for self-nominations has been extended until Sunday, Jan
>>> 13.
>>>
>>> If you are considering running there is still time to (self) nominate
>>> for the IRPC Steering Committee, and for the incoming co-Chair of the
>>> Coalition.
>>>
>>> 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/
>>>
>>> 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.
>>>
>>> -------- Original Message --------
>>> Subject: [IRPCoalition] REMINDER - [FWD: IMPORTANT: IRPC STEERING
>>> COMMITTEE ELECTIONS PROCESS]
>>> From: <info at irpcharter.org>
>>> Date: Wed, December 26, 2018 5:24 pm
>>> To: irp at lists.internetrightsandprinciples.org
>>>
>>> Thank you, Sahaj Man Shrestha and Rigobert Kenmogne (Cameroon) for
>>> self-nominating for the IRPC Steering Committee. Sahaj still needs a
>>> seconder.
>>>
>>> There is still time to (self) nominate for the IRPC Steering Committee,
>>> and for the incoming co-Chair of the Coalition.
>>>
>>> The nomination period runs to December 31, 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/
>>>
>>> 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.
>>>
>>> -------- Original Message --------
>>> Subject: [IRPCoalition] IMPORTANT: IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE ELECTIONS
>>> PROCESS
>>> From: <info at irpcharter.org>
>>> Date: Mon, December 17, 2018 10:13 pm
>>> To: IRP at lists.internetrightsandprinciples.org
>>>
>>> IMPORTANT: IRPC STEERING COMMITTEE ELECTIONS PROCESS
>>>
>>> Timeline:
>>> Nominations 16-31 December, 2018.
>>> Elections 01-15 January, 2019.
>>>
>>> This email is an announcement regarding the upcoming Internet Rights and
>>> Principles Coalition Elections.
>>>
>>> For 2019-21 we have positions for (1) the incoming co-chair and 2)
>>> steering committee members.
>>>
>>> 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 until 31 December
>>> 2018. All (self-) nominations require a seconder and a brief statement of
>>> intent.
>>>
>>> The voting will be open from 1-15 January, 2019.
>>>
>>>
>>> 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*
>>> <http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/dynamiccoalitions/72-ibr>)
>>> ·      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*
>>> <http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/dynamiccoalitions/72-ibr>)
>>> ·      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
>>> December 16-31, 2018.
>>> ·      Elections will be open for two weeks starting January 01-15,
>>> 2019.
>>>
>>> IRPC list members will (i) vote or endorse (if uncontested) nominees
>>> using an anonymized online polling tool.
>>>
>>>
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