Dear co-chairs, Please find underneath the report for the Human Rights Subteam. Please let me know if you have any questions or suggestions. Best, Niels 1. Executive Summary The CCWG WS2 Human Rights Subgroup has documented the historical context of the discussions on ICANNs human rights bylaw, which together with the CCWG report [0] (especially Annex 6 [1] and 12 [2]) form the scope of the groups discussion, with a Framework of Interpretation of the Human Rights Bylaw as intended output. The subgroup is currently preparing a Framework of Interpretation which in due time will be presented to the CCWG plenary for discussion. 2. Description of the Issue 2.1 Current State of Play The CCWG WS2 Human Rights Subgroup started with producing an overview of the discussions and agreements as they were made during CCWG Work Stream 1 [3]. Subsequently the Subgroup has analyzed the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs), and their relevance and applicability for ICANN. While there was consensus that some principles were relevant for the development for a Framework of Interpretation (such as 13a and 15a), it was also recognized that the UNGPs have not been designed with an organization like ICANN in mind. Therefore a drafting team is currently iteratively designing a draft Framework of Interpretation which is being discussed in the subgroups weekly calls. Main focus points of discussions up to now have been the definition and understanding of 'applicable law' as well as the definition and understanding of the concept of 'respecting human rights'. Areas of concrete progress have been the joint development of a structure for the Framework of Interpretation, as well as its limited scope. The Framework of Interpretation should not be confused with a Framework of Implementation. The Framework of Interpretation should be limited to explaining the concepts in the bylaw and guide its interpretation. Although no consensus has yet emerged on any of the key topics, and none were expected quickly given the nature and complexity of the issues being considered, it is expected, that at this rate, the subgroup will be able to achieve the set milestones. 2.2 Supplemental Report See [3] 3 Recommendation 3.1 Requirements for Recommendation We haven't reached consensus on a recommendation yet. 3.2 Rationale for Recommendation We haven't reached consensus on a recommendation yet. [0] CCWG report https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/58723827/Main%20Report%20-%... [1] Annex 6 https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/58723827/Annex%2006%20-%20F... [2] Annex 12 https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/58723827/Annex%2012%20-%20F... [3] https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rwpw9aSAqboRO2_rNkjMVJPOmYwmdr5B1_M_aNMo... -- Niels ten Oever Head of Digital Article 19 www.article19.org PGP fingerprint 8D9F C567 BEE4 A431 56C4 678B 08B5 A0F2 636D 68E9