[Chapter-delegates] Does your Chapter want to be a remote hub for the Global INET?
Ted Mooney
mooney at isoc.org
Thu Feb 23 05:09:35 PST 2012
Everything you say Klaus, rings true. I'll provide you more later as I and
others get on these issues which, I know, have been thought through, though
to what resolution I'm not yet in the know. I will go, find out and get back
to the Chapter Delegates.
Ted
Ted Mooney
Sr. Director - Membership & Services
The Internet Society
www.isoc.org
Direct Line: 703.439.2774
Cell: 301.980.6446
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Hi Ted,
frankly, based on how the program looks today, I cannot make-up my
mind. I also cannot make-up my mind to register. What I see today is a
list of general topics that we use to rehash again and again. Which
would not be so bad if one could see some spice. But instead of talks,
abstracts, and information there is only a list of more or less shiny
panelists. I mentioned this before and I wonder if, what we have now,
will fill the place.
This said: I was puzzled with the announcement of Mme Hu in the
program. She is correctly announced as Chairperson of Internet Society
of China. But this announcement implicitly suggests that this
organization is affiliated with ISOC - an impression to avoid by all
means (or is it affiliated meanwhile?). The "Internet Society of
China" - an organization under control of the Chinese government - is
responsible for such beautiful things like the "great firewall" that
blocks much of the Internet today. Mme Hu is rather eloquent in
defending her position saying "I don't want to live in a country where
the government doesn't have control over the Internet". Don't get me
wrong: we should talk to them - they are in charge of a huge part of
the Internet (including CNNIC). But as said we should make clear
that they are not affiliated with us (or we with them).
Klaus
Ted Mooney wrote on 2012-02-22 23:24:
> Dear Chapter Leaders
>
>
>
> Please help us assure that everyone who wants to participate in the Global
> INET 2012 has an opportunity to do so. We are looking for Chapters to
> volunteer to be remote hubs for this event.
>
>
>
> This can be an excellent opportunity to recruit new members, engage in
> substantive discussions and network locally. As a remote hub you can
truly
> serve the interests of the ISOC mission.
>
>
>
> Remote participation for the Global INET will be available on Monday and
> Tuesday, April 23 and 24. Participants can expect to experience the
> following during theses two days of the conference:
>
> * Follow presentations and slides presented in the Global INET
> conference room as they take place.
>
> * Follow video; slide presentations, and text transcripts. Follow
> and contribute to remote participation dialogue, via chat, Twitter and
> Facebook.
>
> * Communicate with the Remote Participation Moderator (RPMs) in
> Geneva to bring up questions and/or comments directed to panel
> moderators/speakers.
>
>
>
> Webcast archives will be available immediately and post conference. HD
> video and presentation materials will be made available on the ISOC
website.
>
>
>
>
> As a remote hub host, we will rely on you to coordinate all aspects of
> selecting and setting up your chosen location, so that your attendees may
> experience the Global INET as richly as possible.
>
>
>
> Below are some suggestions how to organize. Many of you know this before
> but we thought to be thorough we'd state them here. They include, but are
> not limited to:
>
> * Select and contract with an appropriate venue that has
> teleconferencing capabilities (Conference centers, hotels, and local
> universities may be good places to inquire for price and availability.)
>
> * Ensure the selected location has the space to accommodate the
> number of people you anticipate attending, and has the technical
> capabilities required, including:
>
> o Wired high-speed Internet connection (minimum 1mbps)
>
> o One, but preferably two 36"-42" screens (video or TV monitors)
>
> o Audio system - at minimum, a speaker phone. Preferably an audio
> system with hi-fi speakers
>
> o Computer
>
> * Designate a Remote hub team including:
>
> o Remote Participation Manager - responsible for all venue related
> issues.
>
> o Remote Participation Moderator (RPM) - responsible for monitoring
> discussions and functions as the point of contact for relaying
> feedback/comments to Geneva.
>
> o Remote Hub Tech Administrator responsible for providing on-site
> technical assistance and as well as equipment set up and testing.
>
> * Room set up for maximum comfort and interaction in which to
> experience the conference.
>
> * Develop local agenda to include viewing of Global INET sessions,
> scheduled breaks, and time for local/regional discussions.
>
> * Send confirmation email meeting reminder to all registered
> participants one week prior to conference.
>
> * Arrange for refreshments
>
> * Arrive early and greet participants as they arrive
>
> * Distribute agenda, handouts, and any other materials provided
>
> * Assist with seating, making sure that attendees with
disabilities
> or special needs are accommodated.
>
> * Take a count of the number of participants and update ISOC with
> attendance data.
>
> * Support the RPM as the spokesperson for the group, and assist as
> necessary in relaying the questions and feedback in the room.
>
>
>
> Training for the RPM will be provided by ISOC approximately one week prior
> to the conference.
>
>
>
> To assist you financially, ISOC will reimburse Host Chapters funds
required
> to secure a facility and provide refreshments, up to the amount of 400
USD.
> To qualify for reimbursement, the host will need to:
>
> 1. Register to be a remote site by sending an email to Joan Wirth
> <mailto:wirth at isoc.org> wirth at isoc.org or Alicia Jackson at
> <mailto:Jackson at isoc.org> Jackson at isoc.org by MARCH 9, 2012
> 2. provide a list of all participants (All participants should 'sign
> in') by April 30
> 3. provide feedback to ISOC on an evaluation form (available soon)
> 4. provide a list of actual costs for the event (we want to understand
> regional variations for improved support next time).
>
>
>
> Should you have any questions or wish to volunteer as a remote hub host,
> please contact either Joan or Alicia.
>
>
>
> We look forward to everyone's successful participation in the Global INET.
> Thank you one and all.
>
>
>
> Best regards,
>
>
>
> JEMooney
>
>
>
> Ted Mooney
>
> Membership & Services
>
> The Internet Society
>
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>
> Direct Line: 703.439.2774
>
> Cell: 301.980.6446
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