The Global Indigenous Ambassador Program
Details of the organization
Name *
International Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) At-Large
Country *
International
Website (URL)
https://atlarge.icann.org
Type *
International organizations
Information about the project
Project title *
The Global Indigenous Ambassador Program
Title acronym
GIA
Description *
The Global Indigenous Ambassador Program, focuses on indigenous issues within At Large, the constituency representing Individual end users at the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN). The program brings Indigenous Ambassadors and a Mentor, from underrepresented indigenous communities, to ICANN meetings and enables their engagement in Internet policy. Through the inclusion of a broader and more diverse base of knowledgeable constituents, ICANN is better equipped to support the next generation of the global Internet community. Efforts inspired by Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8, which states the necessity to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all; and SDG 4, which states the importance of lifelong learning and quality education for all. In the pilot phase of this ongoing program, ICANN announced a widely distributed call for applications. Applicants must be members of unserved or underserved tribal or native communities, be working with that community to increase engagement, and meet the ICANN Fellowship Program criteria, which brings professionals interested in Internet policy to the community. Selected participants are provided with funding, hotel, and per diem to attend that ICANN meetings, produce reports, and engage in the internet governance ecosystem. The objectives of this program aligns with SDG 16 and 17, the promotion of just, peaceful and inclusive societies and revitalizing partnerships for development. Indigenous communities have thrived on the internet ecosystem with new forms of economic activities and participation in the market; and aligns also with SDG 12 for ensuring sustainable consumption and production patterns.
Project website
https://community.icann.org/display/GIAP/Global+Indigenous+Ambassador+Program+Home
Geographical coverage *
International implementation
Countries of implementation
Bolivia
Status *
Ongoing
from 02/01/2016
to
1/31/2028
Partners
This is an ongoing program. International Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)
WSIS information
WSIS action lines related to this project
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Capacity building
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to this project
Goal 4: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all
Goal 8: Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all
Goal 12: Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns
Goal 16: Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies
Goal 17: Revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development
Project type *
Programme
Training initiative
Fellowship, policy training