[lac-discuss-en] Independent Examiner Issues Final Report on Review of the At-Large Organization

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Subject: [lac-discuss-en] Independent Examiner Issues Final Report on Review of the At-Large Organization
From: "Maritza Y. Aguero Minano" <myaguero@xxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 5 May 2017 10:24:13 +0000

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De: ICANN At-Large Staff 
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Fecha: 5 de mayo de 2017, 04:07:55 PET
Para: ALAC Announce 
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Asunto: [ALAC-Announce] ICANN News Alert -- Independent Examiner Issues Final 
Report on Review of the At-Large Organization


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News Alert

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Independent Examiner Issues Final Report on Review of the At-Large Organization

4 May 2017

After extensive consultation with the At-Large and the broader ICANN community, 
including a formal public comment 
process[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_public-2Dcomments_atlarge-2Dreview-2Ddraft-2Dreport-2D2017-2D02-2D01-2Den&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=pv5pHoKreJcCoFrW6yltg98gXpoC_H3OK1mqLXAdFbM&e=>,
 and ongoing engagement and participation of the At-Large Review Working 
Party[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_display_ALRW_At-2DLarge-2BReview-2BWorking-2BParty&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=kTVyq-rLSc0-kPLBPV6NMPMSNyC9RTflek3YXWOOanw&e=>,
 ITEMS International, the independent examiner for the review of the At-Large 
organization, has issued its final 
report[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_en_system_files_files_atlarge-2Dreview-2Dfinal-2D02may17-2Den.pdf&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=s7_8dgZXtUs0Go49ey8ell6IBRxWApaRDynE6Gd3Wm4&e=>
 [PDF, 4.08 MB]. This marks an important milestone in ICANN's commitment to 
continuous improvement, accountability and transparency.

In the final report, the independent examiner states "Our Review findings are 
both encouraging and a call to action. Encouraging as there is clearly 
widespread support for the mission of At-Large to contribute to ICANN 
policy-making processes through the provision of advice that takes into account 
Internet end users' interests (few people doubt that the At-Large Community has 
a vital and continuing purpose within ICANN). But a call to action as the 
At-Large Community is often perceived to be run by an unchanging group of 
individuals whose commitment to upholding end-users' interests is sincere, but 
who have struggled to make contemporary end-user input into policy advice 
processes a reality….ITEMS International offers 16 recommendations that it 
believes reflect the needs of the At-Large community and for which there is 
sufficient community consensus. There were some cases where agreement with the 
current At-Large leadership was not reached, but which Reviewers strongly 
believe need to be implemented in the interests of the At-Large community and 
the ICANN organization as a whole."

The At-Large Review Working Party will now provide their input on feasibility, 
focusing on prioritization of recommendations and alignment with other 
improvements already planned or underway, in preparation for eventual 
implementation of Board-approved recommendations. The ICANN Board is expected 
to take action on the findings and recommendations towards the end of 2017, 
after consideration of all community input.

Final Report of Review of the At-Large is available 
here[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_en_system_files_files_atlarge-2Dreview-2Dfinal-2D02may17-2Den.pdf&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=s7_8dgZXtUs0Go49ey8ell6IBRxWApaRDynE6Gd3Wm4&e=>
 [PDF, 4.08 MB]; it also can be accessed from the At-Large Review web 
page[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resources_reviews_org_alac&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=8HuPpm9h4dTzL202Z76OKHRnzVfsai2hORw_h5syQaY&e=>.

What is the significance of the At-Large Review?

The At-Large Advisory Committee 
(ALAC)[atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__atlarge.icann.org_&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=mdwMjxwGIQe9FPlxNb11wQN6q-VPbSjOOAwETIr2tfU&e=>
 has the duty to understand, represent, and advocate for the best interest of 
Internet end users worldwide by focusing on two general areas of work: policy 
advice development and organization building.

Based on direction from the Board, the purpose of the Review was to determine 
1) whether the organization, council or committee has a continuing purpose in 
the ICANN structure, and 2) if so, whether any change in structure or 
operations is desirable to improve its effectiveness, and 3) whether the 
organization, council or committee is accountable to its constituencies, 
stakeholder groups, organizations and other stakeholders. This review, like 
reviews of other structures within ICANN, is mandated by ICANN's 
Bylaws[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resources_pages_governance_bylaws-2Den&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=rkCOfoDu_q7VnMwwKCLfLNyzmIYz0nyTmQaxCdN05hU&e=>.
 The Organizational Effectiveness Committee of the 
Board[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resources_pages_organizational-2Deffectiveness-2Dcommittee-2D2014-2D03-2D21-2Den&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=adfs9TT9HuZ4GqNg_4aS8MgjYpQwBN3y7p0FM_MnIVY&e=>
 is responsible for review and oversight of policies relating to ICANN's 
ongoing organizational review process.

How is the At-Large Community involved?

During the course of the review, ITEMS International conducted research, 
analyzed data and evaluated effectiveness of prior review recommendations 
working closely with the At-Large Review Working Party. The diverse, 22-member 
At-Large Review Working 
Party[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_display_ALRW_Working-2BParty-2BMembers&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=aZ_63-6bjRFQnA1_x1lgedldA4oMJRt-CxgsrwosY1g&e=>
 was designated by the At-Large Advisory Committee as a liaison between the 
At-Large community, the Independent Examiner and the ICANN Board. Under the 
leadership of its Chair, Holly Raiche, this group has represented the voice of 
the At-Large community throughout the Review.

At-Large Review by the Numbers
[At-Large Review by the Numbers]
For additional information, please visit:

  *   At-Large Review web 
site[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resources_reviews_org_alac&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=8HuPpm9h4dTzL202Z76OKHRnzVfsai2hORw_h5syQaY&e=>
  *   At-Large Review Working 
Space[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pages_viewpage.action-3FpageId-3D51417955&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=_DUUIlYiZZ4D2m43MFvaChS2W-hSkRuJzlb-9uvU_KU&e=>
  *   Frequently Asked Questions & Answers for the At-Large 
Review[community.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__community.icann.org_pages_viewpage.action-3FpageId-3D53772882&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=GQJcZNNvHEAFMZ2cFtiYw5whYCbXbm3MtyDYipvNY2c&e=>
  *   At-Large web 
site[atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__atlarge.icann.org_&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=mdwMjxwGIQe9FPlxNb11wQN6q-VPbSjOOAwETIr2tfU&e=>
  *   Organizational Reviews 
Information[icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resources_reviews_org&d=DwMFaQ&c=FmY1u3PJp6wrcrwll3mSVzgfkbPSS6sJms7xcl4I5cM&r=mrDeztziKLa7gZqGADzxcnHA3QXmXYsnChWYBR4NElI&m=n4s5DlGJwbb6u02TSQrumZof2LRFk07X52HXPx_vU2w&s=UK3mbT_eAHyTUfX85tUJNokJGqM2WVqqrJujeMkT2UQ&e=>



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