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ICANN58 Plans - Please Share Your Thoughts
by Ergys Ramaj Jan. 24, 2017

Jan. 24, 2017

Dear all, The deadline to submit session requests for ICANN58 is 30 January 2017. To date, there have been no specific community requests for a meeting that builds on previous discussions to explore the concept of the public interest at ICANN. Since we are only one week away from the deadline, I wanted to solicit your thoughts on whether a session is needed at the forthcoming meeting. This includes ideas on any related sub-themes/topics and speakers. Kindly note that the scope of these discussions must be anchored in the Mission/Commitments/Core Values section of the new Bylaws, which require that "that the bottom-up, multistakeholder policy development process is used to ascertain the global public interest." For easy reference, the full agenda and related materials from the last meeting at ICANN57 in Hyderabad can be found here: <https://icann572016.sched.com/event/8cyd/exploring-the-public-interest-with…> Key takeaways from the Hyderabad discussions are also attached for additional context. (Please let us know if your spot any inaccuracies with staff's summary notes so that we can correct them accordingly.) We will continue to provide the needed support and help facilitate these discussions per the community's guidance. Best, Ergys

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Materials from the Public Interest Session at ICANN57
by Ergys Ramaj Dec. 5, 2016

Dec. 5, 2016

Dear all, For those of you who may have missed the session, the recordings and scribe can be found here: https://icann572016.sched.org/event/8cyd/exploring-the-public-interest-with… Best, Ergys From: Ergys Ramaj <ergys.ramaj(a)icann.org<mailto:ergys.ramaj@icann.org>> Date: Saturday, November 5, 2016 at 5:05 AM To: "publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org>" <publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org>> Subject: Re: Public Interest Confirmed as High-Interest Topic Session for ICANN57 Dear all, This is to confirm that the High-Interest Topic session on Exploring the Public Interest Within ICANN’s Remit will take place tomorrow, Sunday, 6 November 2016 from 15:15 – 16:45 in Hall 3 (Main). 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 We welcome everyone’s participation and look forward to a constructive discussion. For more information, please see: https://icann572016.sched.org/event/8cyd/exploring-the-public-interest-with… Best, Ergys From: Ergys Ramaj <ergys.ramaj(a)icann.org<mailto:ergys.ramaj@icann.org>> Date: Thursday, October 6, 2016 at 11:25 AM To: "publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org>" <publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org>> Subject: Public Interest Confirmed as High-Interest Topic Session for ICANN57 Dear all, This is to inform you that Public Interest is now confirmed as one of the High-Interest Topic sessions for ICANN57. Attached is the draft block schedule, which is subject to change as sessions are likely to be shuffled further in order to avoid conflicts. The public interest session will be 90 minutes long, and is tentatively scheduled to take place on Sunday, 6 November, from 15:15 - 16:45. Additional information on the session can be found below, with more to come in the coming days and weeks. Best, Ergys 9. Public Interest Group: At-Large Advisory Committee Session Leader(s): Sally Costerton Background/ Importance: Understanding the concept of the public interest within ICANN’s remit been a topic of discussion 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: "ensuring 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 in its governance structure in light of the impending IANA functions stewardship transition, it is important to carry the conversation forward. Session Goals/Expected Outcomes: 1. Further understand the historical and political nuances of the ‘global public interest’ in various contexts and regions 2. Reach a shared understanding of what the concept of public interest means in the context of ICANN 3. Explore how public interest could be operationalized as the basis for decision-making at ICANN 4. Determine next steps Relevant Documentation: * 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: publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org> Session Format: A panel comprised of members of the ICANN community will lead and moderate the discussion.

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Public Interest Confirmed as High-Interest Topic Session for ICANN57
by Ergys Ramaj Nov. 5, 2016

Nov. 5, 2016

Dear all, This is to inform you that Public Interest is now confirmed as one of the High-Interest Topic sessions for ICANN57. Attached is the draft block schedule, which is subject to change as sessions are likely to be shuffled further in order to avoid conflicts. The public interest session will be 90 minutes long, and is tentatively scheduled to take place on Sunday, 6 November, from 15:15 - 16:45. Additional information on the session can be found below, with more to come in the coming days and weeks. Best, Ergys 9. Public Interest Group: At-Large Advisory Committee Session Leader(s): Sally Costerton Background/ Importance: Understanding the concept of the public interest within ICANN's remit been a topic of discussion 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: "ensuring 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 in its governance structure in light of the impending IANA functions stewardship transition, it is important to carry the conversation forward. Session Goals/Expected Outcomes: 1. Further understand the historical and political nuances of the 'global public interest' in various contexts and regions 2. Reach a shared understanding of what the concept of public interest means in the context of ICANN 3. Explore how public interest could be operationalized as the basis for decision-making at ICANN 4. Determine next steps Relevant Documentation: * 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: publicinterest(a)icann.org<mailto:publicinterest@icann.org> Session Format: A panel comprised of members of the ICANN community will lead and moderate the discussion.

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Paper on the Limited Public Interest Objection
by Mando Rachovitsa Oct. 11, 2016

Oct. 11, 2016

Dear All, I recently published a paper in the Netherlands International Law Review on the largely neglected thus far Limited Public Interest Objection. The paper focuses on the standard of general principles of international law on public order and morality and how it has been applied by the Expert Panels. The analysis discusses whether and, if yes, how international law standards can be used to conceptualise and balance competing interests in the DNS, such as the availability of information online and economic considerations, on the one hand, and the accommodation of public interests concerns, on the other. It might be of interest to you within the broader issue of the ICANN's relationship with (global) public interest considerations. Please find the paper attached. Link to online publication: http://link.springer.com/ article/10.1007/s40802-016-0055-0 With kind regards, Mando Dr Adamantia (Mando) Rachovitsa PhD (Nottingham) Assistant Professor of Public International Law Faculty of Law University of Groningen 2015-2016 Fellow UC Berkeley - Centre for Technology, Society & Policy PO Box 716 | 9700 AS Groningen | The Netherlands Tel: +31 (0)50 363 5667 E-mail: *a.rachovitsa(a)rug.nl <a.rachovitsa(a)rug.nl>*

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Reminder: Session on "Exploring the Public Interest within ICANN's Remit"
by Lauren Allison March 6, 2016

March 6, 2016

Dear All, Reminder: The High Interest Session at ICANN55 will be taking place on “Exploring the Public Interest within ICANN’s Remit” on Monday 7 March, 15:15-16:30 WET in Atlas For those unable to attend, remote participation links will be found here: https://meetings.icann.org/en/marrakech55/schedule/mon-public-interest-remit The Agenda for this session can be found at the above link. It is anticipated that this will be a very interactive session, seeking involvement from across ICANN, so we sincerely hope you will be able to participate. As a reminder, preparation and research on this topic can be found on the wikispace, here: http://bit.ly/icannPI Best wishes, Lauren

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High Interest Session: Exploring the Public Interest Within ICANN's Remit
by Lauren Allison Feb. 24, 2016

Feb. 24, 2016

Overview: Discussions on the topic of the "public interest within ICANN's remit" and potential definitions of this term have been ongoing for years. In 2013-2014, the Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework, led by Nii Quaynor, explored this topic. Based on community input at sessions and webinars, the Panel defined the global public interest in relation to the Internet as: * "ensuring 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 some recommended the report, at individual and ICANN meetings, and at ICANN 52 in particular, it is evident there is a need and a desire to revisit this topic. Given limits on bandwidth for additional projects, and given the intense focus on other ongoing dialogues, a wikispace was established as a resource space for all to populate with background documents that will be useful in guiding this conversation forward. As set out in the ICANN Operating and Strategic Plans, ICANN will be facilitating a conversation in Financial Year 16 to explore the "public interest" within ICANN's mission and mandate, and this High Interest Session will form an important part of this work. https://meetings.icann.org/en/marrakech55/schedule/mon-public-interest-remit

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ICANN55 High Interest Session on Exploring the "Public Interest"within ICANN's Remit
by Lauren Allison Feb. 22, 2016

Feb. 22, 2016

Dear All, Thank you for your interest in the upcoming discussions surrounding “exploring public interest within ICANN’s remit”. As you may be aware, this work was scheduled to commence in early FY16; however, in conversations with many of you, it was recommended that we postpone the kick-off for this work until ICANN55 to allow focus on Transition discussions and work. In the interim, staff have been holding informal conversations, attending SO/AC meetings and conference calls to gauge what would be useful preparations for this exercise. As promised, these resources have been collated and placed on a Community Confluence Wiki page here. (If you require an account, please let me know and I will make sure you get access asap). This page currently contains the following information for your use: Background on the Strategy Panel on the Public Responsibility Framework, Chaired by Nii Quaynor, who examined the term ‘public interest’- includes all related Panel Materials in the Resource Section Public Interest ICANN Departments Synthesis: A report of the results of an internal survey conducted in ICANN Departments of how the term “public interest” is currently referenced, understood, and applied, along with potential implications of further work in this area. Public and Global Interest Inventory: An inventory of documents in ICANN work that reference either the term “Global Public Interest” or “Public Interest” Recent Dialogues and Sessions on this Topic: Summaries and links to recent dialogues and sessions that have discussed the topic of “public interest” in relation to ICANN or telecommunications/critical Internet Resources including: Global Public Interest in Critical Internet Resources, WS52, November 2011, 2015, IGF At-Large EURALO General Assembly Part 1 on “Public Interest”, October 21, 2015, ICANN54 Global Public Interest of the Internet, WS159, September 4, 2014, IGF Related Academic Resources Online Materials- Blog Posts, Opinion Pieces, and Articles This is a growing resource, so if you have items you would like to add, please email dprd(a)icann.org and we will update. At ICANN55, a High Interest Session was requested to allow for initial broader conversations on this topic. This session has been scheduled to take place on Monday 7th March 2016, 15:15 to 16:30 WET. >From conversations to date, the following elements appear to be paramount in provide useful background and soliciting input: Previous work on this topic during the Panel on the Public Responsibility Framework as background Recent discussions at ICANN, IGF and other Internet Fora Recent discussions from CCWG on this topic Generating input from across ICANN on how this term is currently understood and applied in their work Generating input on potential issues to consider and next steps So as not to start completely from scratch, staff from the Development and Public Responsibility Department (DPRD), who are facilitating this conversation, have gone through recommendations from stakeholders and previous similar sessions to draw up a draft agenda for your consideration and input on the wikispace. As you will note, time is very limited and it has been suggested that we focus on building a highly interactive and inclusive discussion open to participation across ICANN and that is moderated by facilitators. We would be very grateful if you could feedback on the draft agenda to see how it can be improved to ensure this session is as inclusive and informational as possible. An additional item to note, there is a clash with the HLGM meeting, so GAC members will be unable to attend and this will need to be taken into consideration in designing the session and eventual next steps. If you have any questions, please do let me know. Best wishes, Lauren

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High Interest Session: Exploring the Public Interest Within ICANN's Remit
by Lauren Allison Feb. 22, 2016

Feb. 22, 2016

Overview: Discussions on the topic of the "public interest within ICANN's remit" and potential definitions of this term have been ongoing for years. In 2013-2014, the Strategy Panel on Public Responsibility Framework, led by Nii Quaynor, explored this topic. Based on community input at sessions and webinars, the Panel defined the global public interest in relation to the Internet as: * "ensuring 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 some recommended the report, at individual and ICANN meetings, and at ICANN 52 in particular, it is evident there is a need and a desire to revisit this topic. Given limits on bandwidth for additional projects, and given the intense focus on other ongoing dialogues, a wikispace was established as a resource space for all to populate with background documents that will be useful in guiding this conversation forward. As set out in the ICANN Operating and Strategic Plans, ICANN will be facilitating a conversation in Financial Year 16 to explore the "public interest" within ICANN's mission and mandate, and this High Interest Session will form an important part of this work. https://meetings.icann.org/en/marrakech55/schedule/mon-public-interest-remit

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