[Outreach_com_2015] Thoughts on the September MAG meeting and WSIS outreach

[Lea Kaspar]

Dear all,

According to my notes, the Brazilian colleagues are also organising a
meeting/reception open to the broader community on May 25th, during the
WSIS Forum. To increase synergies, avoid duplication, and support the
efforts by our Brazilian friends, it would be useful to better understand
their strategy and whether/where they need support - in May and beyond.

According to the TOR for this group, we have already settled that IGF
renewal is one of our objectives. As Juan Carlos, Marilyn, and others have
noted, influencing the positions of NY/Geneva missions will be a core part
of achieving this objective. The question that follows is how best to do
this in our capacity as the MAG. Should we just offer whatever support the
Brazilians find most useful, or should we be doing anything in addition to
their efforts? If the answer is yes, then we should have a strategy (with a
clear set of objectives, audience mapping, relevant activities, and
timelines + MAG volunteers to lead on each activity) on which to base our
decisions on organising particular meetings/ activities. For reference, I'm
pasting below an email that I sent around on March 24 with activities that
could be considered as part of this effort.

In any case, I think a better understanding of what the strategy is on the
side of our Brazilian colleagues would be beneficial for this discussion.

Warm wishes,
Lea

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Dear all,

To move forward with the discussion on the actions necessary to ensure
IGF mandate
renewal, I would like to share a few ideas with the group. This was drafted
on the basis of a number of activities contributing to this objective
already taking place (e.g. general messaging), but without a concrete
action plan to achieve the outcome we want.  These are preliminary thoughts
put together with the aim to get a more substantive conversation going and
any feedback is very welcome.

While I'm sure there's more that could be done (and other similar
initiatives by other groups should be supported), here are a few activities
that the MAG could decide to take up:

*1. General messaging at major events by MAG Chair and members*
This is already taking place and should continue until the December WSIS+10
High Level Event. MAG should make sure that all messages contribute to
IGF mandate
renewal by highlighting information relevant for specific audiences.

*2. Targeted messaging of primary audiences relevant for IGF renewal *
This activity could focus on targeted engagement with key decision-makers
on behalf of the MAG. It could be a combination of bilateral and
multilateral meetings organised by the MAG Chair, supported by the host
country (Brazil) and MAG members. It could also include targeted
communiques. If appropriate, the MAG could encourage the host country to
include targeted messages in their official invites to high level
government representatives. Targeted messaging could be done via A) NY
missions; B) Geneva missions; C) Outreach in capitals.

*3. Targeted event in NY in September*
The MAG could consider facilitating a multistakeholder event on the margins
of its September meeting in New York. The event itself could be a mix of
information-sharing and strategic outreach. Ideally, a few MAG 'champions'
from different stakeholder groups would take the lead in organising this
event. Governments that could lead the effort could be Brazil (as this
year's hosts) and Mexico (as potential next host). It might be an idea to
invite all past IGFhosts to participate in or co-sponsor the event. This
could be done in addition to or in collaboration with other similar
initiatives.

*4. Public campaign*
The MAG could consider running a public campaign for IGF mandate renewal.
Depending on resources, there are different ways this could be done.
The MAG could
consider drafting a simple statement endorsing IGF mandate renewal and ask
stakeholders to sign on. To make this an effective advocacy tool, It would
be particularly valuable to get sign on from governments, starting with
those on the MAG. If an event in NY is organised in September, this could
be an opportunity to launch the campaign, or seek broader sign-on, as
appropriate.

*5. Embedding the renewal message in national, regional, and
global IGF programs*
The MAG should consider how the program of the upcoming IGF in Joao Pessoa,
as well as various national and regional IGFs could contribute to ensuring
mandate renewal. This could be done by organising a main session that
addresses the issue of mandate renewal, and/or by encouraging workshop
proposals that aim to contribute to this objective.

As noted above, this list is not meant to discourage other ideas, but
rather as a starting point for discussion.

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts!

Best,

*Lea Kaspar*

Programme Lead | GLOBAL PARTNERS DIGITAL

Development House, 56–64 Leonard Street, London EC2A 4LT

T: +44 (0)20 7549 033*7* | M: +44 (0)7583 929216 | Skype: l.kaspar

gp-digital.org

On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 2:12 PM, Janis Karklins <karklinsj at gmail.com> wrote:

> Don't think it has changed, Virat.
> JK
>
> On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 4:11 PM, Virat Bhatia <virat.bhatia at yahoo.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Most of MAG should be in by 19th evening( mtg starts 20th morning) if not
>> all. But we were told on a previous MAG V C that the 19 th reception /
>> outreach by Brazil is strictly G2G. Has that changed ?
>>
>> Sent from my iPad
>>
>> On 20-Apr-2015, at 6:35 PM, Ana Neves <Ana.Neves at fct.pt> wrote:
>>
>>  A pity it can’t be done on the 20th May as MAG members could be invited
>> (or through their Missions) to participate and influence somehow, helping
>> in explaining IGF and what is going on worldwide on this area. On the 19
>> th I imagine that not all MAG members will be in Geneva timely (if I
>> understand the objective correctly).
>>
>>
>>
>> Best,
>>
>>
>>
>> Ana
>>
>>
>>
>> *From:* Outreach_com_2015 [
>> mailto:outreach_com_2015-bounces at intgovforum.org
>> <outreach_com_2015-bounces at intgovforum.org>] *On Behalf Of *Janis
>> Karklins
>> *Sent:* segunda-feira, 20 de Abril de 2015 13:57
>> *To:* Marilyn Cade
>> *Cc:* outreach_com_2015 at intgovforum.org
>> *Subject:* Re: [Outreach_com_2015] Thoughts on the September MAG meeting
>> and WSIS outreach
>>
>>
>>
>> Marilyn,
>>
>>
>>
>> During the last MAG call the Brazilian delegation informed that it will
>> reach out GVA delegations probably 19 May and NY delegations some time in
>> June.
>>
>>
>>
>> Best
>>
>> JK
>>
>>
>>
>> On Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 3:39 PM, Marilyn Cade <marilynscade at hotmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> WSIS +10 consultations will emerge very rapidly, post June announcement
>> of Co Faciliators.  At least two consultations would seem probable.  I
>> 'doubt' that we will know until June, so perhaps we focus on the principle
>> -- and ask how we could as MAG propose to participate.  Given the time
>> span, perhaps we can be a little flexible.
>>
>>
>>
>> I wonder, though, if we should focus first on finalizing messages.
>> Another idea could be engagement with governments as former  hosts,
>> governments as present and past MAG members, building on the Brazilian
>> outreach. The MAG will be in Geneva in May.
>>
>> How about a mission invitation to a reception with the MAG at this
>> meeting?
>>
>>
>>
>> I could ask IGFSA if there might be support.
>>
>>
>>
>> Marilyn Cade
>>  ------------------------------
>>
>> From: dlazanski at gsma.com
>> To: outreach_com_2015 at intgovforum.org
>> Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2015 10:31:05 +0000
>> Subject: [Outreach_com_2015] Thoughts on the September MAG meeting and
>> WSIS outreach
>>
>>
>>
>> I was wondering what the Outreach committee members thought about the
>> September MAG meeting with respect to any WSIS outreach. If the WSIS+10
>> meetings will be taking place at other, different times maybe we should
>> change course and look at working around those meetings. They are not yet
>> announced, but it would be good to start thinking about our WSIS approach.
>>
>>
>>
>> I am seeking thoughts/feedback from all of you on WSIS outreach so please
>> send it along to the group.
>>
>>
>>
>> Dominique
>>
>>
>>
>> *Dominique Lazanski* | Public Policy Director | GSM Association | Email:
>> dlazanski at gsma.com | Mobile: +44 (0)7809316063
>>
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