[AFRI-Discuss] Proposal for Modification of AFRALO Membership Process and Procedure

Wed Jul 19 11:44:59 UTC 2023

Dear Moataz.

I am humbled at your response and energised at your renewed vigour to help
promote this drive of restructuring the governance of AFRALO.
AND please, help to encourage all the other leaders of the ALSecs to to
take more than a passing interest in all that we do within AFRALO. If done
right we can become a benchmark for other RALOS

PLEASE, I have attached as PDF Document to this email my proposal as it
were in Johannesburg 2017.

The document is still relevant today as it were then. I have submitted it
to the ROP WG and everyone is free to look at it and it can be proposed at
the GA in Ghana for adoption applying Article 7.5 of the AFRALO ROP.
Please comments are welcomed and new proposals can be shared as you review
the the MOU and the ROP.

I think it will also be wise for the @ICANN At-Large Staff
<staff at atlarge.icann.org> to share the AFRALO MOU and ROP currently in
existence with the entire ARALO and AFRILIST.
My apologies as I am unable to share the French version. @ICANN At-Large
Staff <staff at atlarge.icann.org> can help with this for our French speaking
colleagues.
Thank you.

Pastor Peters Omoragbon.

On Tue, 18 Jul 2023, 09:58 Moataz Shaarawy, <moataz at ofoksystems.com> wrote:

> Embracing Transparency and Collaboration: Let's Shape AFRALO Together!
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> Dear Pastor Peters Omoragbon,
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> I hope this message finds you well. Firstly, I want to extend my heartfelt
> gratitude for your prompt response and your invaluable input regarding my
> proposal to modify the AFRALO membership process and procedures. Your
> enthusiasm and commitment to improving the governance structure of AFRALO
> are truly commendable.
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> After careful consideration of your proposed modifications, I am delighted
> to inform you that I wholeheartedly embrace your suggestions. Your idea of
> involving all AFRALO members and individuals from the AFRILIST who are
> interested in our governance structure in the review process is an
> outstanding approach to ensuring inclusivity and transparency.
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> By seeking input from a broader audience, we can make informed decisions
> that reflect the diverse perspectives within our community. I
> wholeheartedly support your proposal to review the existing MOU and ROP,
> identifying areas in need of amendments or expunging, and sharing these
> proposals with the ROP Working Group and all members.
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> This collaborative approach will enable us to thoroughly assess the
> proposed changes, ensuring they align with our community's needs and
> aspirations while also streamlining the decision-making process by
> categorizing proposals based on their alignment with the TOR.
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> Moreover, I fully concur with your emphasis on preserving the right of any
> member to raise a motion for the amendment of the ROP/MOU during the
> General Assembly (GA). As per Article 7.5 of AFRALO Operating Principles,
> democratic decision-making is a fundamental principle in our community, and
> every member's voice must be heard.
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> I sincerely appreciate your past efforts in sharing your proposals with
> the ROP WG and the general members, particularly regarding the NOMINATION
> PROCESS and TENURE of elected AFRALO leaders. Your dedication to actively
> engage in discussions and propose valuable amendments is truly inspiring.
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> I encourage you to share your proposals with the entire community as we
> prepare for the GA in Ghana. Your contributions will be crucial to our
> discussions and decision-making, and I believe they will be well-received
> by our community.
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> In light of the challenges you faced in the 2017 GA in South Africa, I
> assure you that we are committed to making the upcoming Ghana GA more
> productive and respectful of every member's opinions.
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> I extend my gratitude for your support, and I will take it upon myself to
> promote your proposed ideas to other members on the mailing list.
> Encouraging them to actively participate in shaping the future of AFRALO is
> vital to creating a vibrant and united community.
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> Once again, thank you for your valuable input and dedication to our
> community's growth. Together, we can make AFRALO an even stronger and more
> influential voice for individual Internet users in Africa.
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> If you have any additional suggestions or ideas, please feel free to share
> them. Let's continue our positive dialogue and work together to achieve our
> shared vision for AFRALO.
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> Looking forward to fruitful discussions during the GA in Ghana, where your
> proposals will be an integral part of our agenda.
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> Best regards,
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> Moataz Shaarawy
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> ALS-Egypt Founder
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> On Tue, 18 Jul 2023 at 02:04, Peters Omoragbon <petersomoragbon at gmail.com>
> wrote:
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>> Hello Moataz
>>
>> Thanks for your proposal. Very Sound.
>> Permit me to modify it thus:  all members and anyone on the AFRILIST
>> interested in the governance structure of AFRALO to look into the existing
>> MOU and ROP and identify areas in need of amendments or expunging and share
>> with the ROP WG and also copy all members. The ROP WG can look at any
>> proposal and those fitting into the TOR would be treated while those
>> outside will be recommended for further action in phase two. NOTE: The work
>> of the ROP WG does not remove the RIGHT of any member to raise ANY MOTION
>> for the amendment of any section of the ROP/MOU at the GA provided that the
>> motion is seconded and a vote cast. See Article 7.5 of AFRALO Operating
>> Principles: “At any meeting where at least one half (1/2) of members are
>> present, a motion to amend, change, or repeal the Operating Principles may
>> be initiated. Two-thirds of the whole membership must consent for the
>> motion to carry “
>> If all the ALS take time to read the MOU and ROP you will agree with me
>> that, the ROP WG to me is a waste of manpower and time. All everyone is to
>> do is read and note areas that need amendment and raise the motion on the
>> floor of the GA. I have shared my areas that needed amendments with the ROP
>> WG and the general members in the past. Those are the NOMINATION PROCESS
>> and TENURE of all elected AFRALO leaders. And I made proposals which I
>> shall be glad to share with everyone as we prepare to go to Ghana.
>> Finally, it is good you are coming out now to engage in this discussion,
>> and would admonish others to do the same instead of sitting on the fence
>> waiting for others to do the job for them. If all of us have been this
>> engaging, we won't be having this issue at this time. In 2017, ALL MY
>> ATTEMPTS TO USE THAT GA IN SOUTH AFRICA TO RAISE THE MOTION FOR THE
>> AMENDMENTS OF THE ROP WAS FRUSTRATED BY THE AFRALO LEADERSHIP THEN.
>> We hope Ghana GA will be more productive.
>> Thank you
>> Pastor Peters Omoragbon
>>
>>
>> On Mon, 17 Jul 2023, 11:07 Moataz Shaarawy via AFRI-Discuss, <
>> afri-discuss at atlarge-lists.icann.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Dear AFRALO Community Members,
>>>
>>> I hope this message finds you well. As a committed and engaged
>>> community, we constantly strive to enhance the effectiveness and
>>> inclusivity of AFRALO. To achieve this goal, I am proposing a structured
>>> approach to modify our current membership process and procedures. The
>>> objective is to ensure that all voices are heard, and decisions are taken
>>> through a transparent and collaborative process.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Proposal Overview:
>>>
>>>    1. *Initial Suggestion Gathering:* We will begin by gathering
>>>    suggestions and ideas from AFRALO members regarding potential modifications
>>>    to the membership process and procedures.
>>>    These suggestions can be submitted through emails or our platform. *(As
>>>    we start since the topic raised)*
>>>    2. *Teleconferencing Discussions:* Once we have collected the
>>>    initial suggestions, we will conduct teleconferencing sessions to discuss
>>>    and debate the proposals in detail to enable members from various African
>>>    countries to participate actively.
>>>    3. *Face-to-Face Discussion at General Assembly in Ghana:* To
>>>    strengthen the sense of community and facilitate in-depth discussions, we
>>>    will schedule dedicated sessions during the AFRALO General Assembly in
>>>    Ghana for further deliberations on the proposed changes.
>>>    4. *Two Weeks for Public Comments:* After the face-to-face
>>>    discussions, we will provide a two-week window for all AFRALO members to
>>>    submit their comments and additional input on the proposed modifications.
>>>    Members can post their comments on the AFRALO portal, ensuring
>>>    accessibility and transparency.
>>>    5. *Voting Process:* Following the comments period, we will conduct
>>>    an online voting process on the proposed modifications. Each AFRALO member
>>>    will have the opportunity to cast their vote. To ensure fairness.
>>>    6. *Conclusion and Implementation:* The voting process will run for
>>>    two weeks, allowing ample time for all members to participate. Once the
>>>    voting period concludes, we will collate the results and make a conclusive
>>>    decision based on the majority vote. The modified membership process and
>>>    procedures will then be implemented accordingly.
>>>
>>> *Timeline*:
>>>
>>> The proposed timeline for this modification process is as follows:
>>>
>>>    - Initial Suggestion Gathering: [2 week - Done]
>>>    - Teleconferencing Discussions: [19 July      GA Preparation Call]
>>>    - Face-to-Face Discussion at the General Assembly in Ghana.
>>>    - Two Weeks for Public Comments: [Start Date: 31 July]
>>>    - Voting Process: [Start Date: 15 August]
>>>    - Conclusion and Implementation: [End Date: 31 August]
>>>
>>> The entire process will span approximately six weeks, ensuring
>>> sufficient time for thoughtful deliberation and active participation by all
>>> members.
>>>
>>>
>>> *Conclusion*:
>>>
>>> I firmly believe that adopting this structured approach will empower the
>>> AFRALO community and lead to a more inclusive and transparent membership
>>> process and procedures. Let us work together to strengthen our community
>>> and make AFRALO an even more effective voice for individual Internet users
>>> in Africa.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I welcome your feedback and support on this proposal. Please feel free
>>> to share your thoughts and suggestions at [moataz at ofoksystems.com]. Let
>>> us join hands in making AFRALO a thriving and united community.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thank you for your time and consideration.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --------------------
>>> Best regards,
>>> Moataz Shaarawy
>>> CIO - Ofok
>>> Mob :  +2- 01110126686
>>> URL: http:www.ofoksystems.com
>>> Twitter: /moatazSharawy <http://twitter.com/moatazSharawy>
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