[lac-discuss-en] EURALO statement on the ALAC pilot travel policy

[Lance Hinds]

Dear All, for general information and guidance, please see below.

*EURALO STATEMENT ON THE ALAC PILOT TRAVEL POLICY-ICANN80*

April 9th, 2024



EURALO acknowledges the commendable efforts of the ALAC. Nonetheless,
EURALO has concerns about the newly proposed Pilot Travel Policy for the
following reasons:



§  Exclusion of individuals elected by RALOs. This exclusion not only
undermines the direct mandate given to these individuals by their RALO
community but also contravenes the bottom-up process that is fundamental to
ICANN's operations. It is imperative that our actions and decisions reflect
the collective voice and needs of our RALOs, ensuring that those elected to
represent the RALO’s interests are empowered to do so effectively,
including through travel when necessary.



§  The decision-making process surrounding this policy appears to have
deviated from our established norms of group consensus, transparency, and
adequate information dissemination. RALO representatives at ALAC were not
given adequate information or time to discuss the policy with their RALO
community to reach consensus. The ethos of ICANN, At Large, and ALAC have
always been to foster bottom-up, collective decision-making, ensuring that
every action taken is the result of thoughtful deliberation and consensus
among all relevant stakeholders. This ethos is missing from the proposed
Pilot Travel Policy.



§  Lack of diversity, EURALO considers diversity, in all its facets, as a
strength that enriches our discussions, decision-making, and overall
effectiveness. The focus should not solely be on rewarding "those engaged
most" but rather on ensuring the depth, breadth, and richness of the
dialogue and outcomes we aim to achieve.



In view of these, EURALO urges a reconsideration of the Pilot Travel Policy
and its decision-making process. Let us ensure that our procedures and
actions remain true to the principles of inclusivity, transparency, and
collective governance that define ICANN. EURALO looks forward to engaging
in a constructive dialogue on this matter, working together to uphold the
values and processes that underpin our work at ICANN, At Large, and ALAC.



 Regards


Lance Hinds

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Lance Hinds
Chief Technology Officer
BrainStreet Group
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