[bestbits] Global Indigenous Ambassador Program seeks 2 Indigenous Ambassadors

Thu Nov 2 16:39:59 EDT 2017

I see.
That is often the case in programmes promoting inclusion and at the end
only including educated elites who can afford multilingual education, in
countries where English is not part of the public education system. A
serious issue that is later reflected in the policies adopted and interests
protected. I understand it is not your fault and I also consider the
existence of this program as a positive, yet incomplete efforts. But it can
get better with time.

Do you think a translator and application available in different languages
could be added to the budget and programme next year? Which will be the
steps to make it happen?

Thank you so much.

Renata Avila

*Senior Digital Rights Advisor*
renata.avila at webfoundation.org

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On Thu, Nov 2, 2017 at 9:34 PM, Judith Hellerstein <judith at jhellerstein.com>
wrote:

> Hi Renata,
>
> Unfortunately the ICANN Fellowship program does not provide translation.
> As such, since our fellows are embedded into the fellowship program
> interpretation is not provided. However if any people want to get involved
> on advocating on behalf of individual end users they can join At Large as
> At Large has interpretation in Spanish, French and sometimes Portuguese.
>
> Happy to answer any questions.
>
> Best
> Judith
>
> Sent from my iPhone
> Judith at jhellerstein.com
> Skype ID:Judithhellerstein
>
> On Nov 3, 2017, at 12:19 AM, Renata Avila <renata.avila at webfoundation.org>
> wrote:
>
> I guess English is a must... which is a huge barrier. Can ICANN consider
> providing translation - translator for the full event, to reduce the
> barrier of entry in a meaningful way? And open the possibility for more
> people to apply?
>
>
> English is often the THIRD language of indigenous peoples in my country.
>
> R
>
> On Nov 2, 2017, at 8:48 PM, Judith Hellerstein <judith at jhellerstein.com>
> wrote:
>
> Hi All,
>
> We are launching our second program in search of two Global Indigenous
> Ambassadors and one Indigenous Mentor and hoping that this group might be
> able to spread the word to other people and get them to apply for this
> great program.. Please feel free to email me at Judith at jhellerstein.com
> with any questions.  Thanks
>
> Judith Hellerstein
> The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) announced
> the opening of applications for the Global Indigenous Ambassador Program.
> Two Indigenous Ambassadors will be selected from underrepresented
> indigenous communities to attend ICANN61 in Puerto Rico, to be held 10-15
> March 2018.
>
> Applicants must be members of unserved or underserved tribal or native
> communities and meet the ICANN Fellowship Program criteria
> <https://www.icann.org/fellowshipprogram>. Selected participants will
> receive travel, hotel, and per diem for the ICANN61 Conference in Puerto
> Rico, to be held 10-15 March 2018.
>
> “ICANN will be better equipped to support the next generation of the
> global Internet community through the inclusion of a broader and more
> diverse base of knowledgeable constituents.” Said Loris Taylor, President &
> CEO, Native Public Media, “This is an exciting opportunity for two
> Indigenous Ambassadors to learn about ICANN and the At-Large Community,
> representing the best interests of Internet end users."
>
> *The deadline for submitting applications is 17 November 2017.*
>
>    - *Access your application here: **Global Indigenous Ambassador
>    Application* <https://goo.gl/forms/jnjFBpaKFYhM94Rz2>
>
> ICANN wants participants to learn as much as possible during ICANN61. As
> part of the program, Indigenous Ambassadors will:
>
>    - Work with an indigenous mentor for the duration of the conference.
>    - Attend the ICANN Newcomer meeting with a Public Responsibility
>    Support team representative who will facilitate the session to ensure
>    inclusion.
>    - Participate in the Fellowship morning sessions for the duration of
>    the conference to gain an understanding of and experience with ICANN and
>    the multistakeholder community.
>    - Participate in the newcomer Onboarding Program both prior to coming
>    to ICANN61 and during ICANN61.
>    - Submit a detailed report within 30 days after the conference –
>    describing activities and assessing the Ambassador's experience. These
>    reports help ICANN evaluate future Fellowship efforts.
>
> This round of the program will launch at the ICANN60 Public Meeting in Abu
> Dhabi in October 2017. In the previous round, applications for ambassadors,
> which was expanded to global indigenous communities, were received from
> nearly all continents. The two ICANN60 Ambassadors are from the United
> States and Bolivia, and the Indigenous Mentor is from Brazil.
>
> *ICANN encourages anyone who is qualified to apply for this special
> opportunity!*
>
> --
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