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Background & Context Discussions around the concept of the public interest within ICANN's remit have been taking place for many years. In 2013-2014, the Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework explored this topic and, in consultations with the community, proposed the following definition for the global public interest in relation to the Internet: [E]nsuring that the Internet becomes, and continues to be, stable, inclusive, and accessible across the globe so that all may enjoy the benefits of a single and open Internet. In addressing its public responsibility, ICANN must build trust in the Internet and its governance ecosystem. While this definition has been well received, there is a desire to revisit. A high interest session took place at ICANN55, which helped build on previous discussions, but did not lead to concrete recommendations for next steps. Following ICANN55, the At-Large Advisory Committee created a Working Group to further explore the concept of the public interest. As the organization readies for significant changes, it is important to carry the conversation forward. A panel comprised of members of the ICANN community will lead the discussion. Agenda Details 15:15 – 15:20 Setting the Scene, Olivier Crepin-Leblond, EURALO Chair 15:20 – 15:40 Historical & Political Nuances of the Concept of the Global Public Interest: Examples from Europe & India, Wolf Ludwig, EURALO & Rajesh Chharia, ISPAI 15:40 – 16:10 Reaching a Shared Understanding: The Concept of the Public Interest at ICANN and its Application, Jonathan Robinson, GNSO & Becky Burr, GNSO 16:10 – 16:20 Explore How Public Interest Could be Operationalized as the Basis for Decision-making at ICANN, Thomas Schneider, GAC 16: 20 –16:40 Open Mic 16:40 – 16:45 Next Steps, Olivier Crepin-Leblond Relevant Documents: • Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework report: http://bit.ly/1zEdR1D • ICANN55 high interest session materials: http://bit.ly/2b3ym1R • Wikispace: http://bit.ly/icannPI • Mailing list: http://bit.ly/Pimailer - Staff Leader: Ergys Ramaj
Ergys' professional career spans two decades in global technology policy, management and public diplomacy roles.He joined ICANN in October 2013 and currently serves as Vice President for Public Responsibility. In this role, Ergys drives ICANN's strategy and execution of programs... Read More →