[Chapter-delegates] Application to start an Internet Society Chapter in Nepal: Peer-Review

Thu Feb 8 20:47:48 PST 2024

It was great to hear about the rejuvenating ISOC Nepal chapter.
Most of the ISOC members from Nepal were very active. I would like to show
my full support for the chapter rejuvenation.

On Fri, Feb 9, 2024 at 10:15 AM Charles Mok (gmail) via Chapter-delegates <
chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:

> That is great news! So happy to see so many folks working together to make
> it happen!!
>
> Fully support!!
>
> Charles
>
>
>
> On Thu, Feb 8, 2024 at 8:35 PM Amrita Choudhury via Chapter-delegates <
> chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
>
>> Hi,
>>
>> I  support the application of rejuvenating  ISOC Nepal. In the past the
>> chapter had been very active and did some good community work in the
>> country.
>> Some of the people listed are known and are active contributors to the IG
>> community.
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>> Amrita
>>
>> On Fri, Feb 9, 2024 at 9:47 AM Sarah Lake via Chapter-delegates <
>> chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Dear Chapter Leaders,
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I hope you're having a great week.
>>>
>>>
>>> We have recently received the below *application to start an Internet
>>> Society Chapter in Nepal*. I would like to kindly invite you to *review it
>>> and share your comments by 23 February 2024*.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> If you know of any active Internet Society members within Nepal who
>>> would be interested in joining this initiative, please let me know via
>>> lake at isoc.org. I would be happy to connect them to the volunteers who
>>> submitted this application. Please note, members of the former Internet
>>> Society chapter leadership group in Nepal (closed in 2022) have been
>>> notified of this application.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Your comments and inputs will help us make a final decision on this
>>> application and move to the next steps.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thank you very much in advance for your feedback.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Best Regards,
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Sarah
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> ===================
>>>
>>> *A. Proposed name of the Chapter*
>>>
>>> Internet Society Nepal Kathmandu Chapter (ISOC Nepal Kathmandu Chapter)
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *B. Community of Interest the Chapter will serve*
>>>
>>> This Chapter will serve persons who live or work in Nepal and its
>>> adjoining geographic areas within the Country of Nepal. The chapter will
>>> adhere to inclusion by design principle and follow the motto of leaving no
>>> one behind while serving the people of Nepal.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *C. Purpose and scope of Chapter*
>>>
>>> The chapter will fulfill the Internet Society's objectives by actively
>>> serving the interests of the local community through a strong local
>>> presence, dedicated focus on regional issues and developments, and the
>>> utilization of local languages. This commitment ensures that the Internet
>>> remains a force for good. In collaboration with the global Internet
>>> Society, the chapter in Nepal is dedicated to fostering the growth,
>>> resilience, and strength of the internet while contributing to the creation
>>> of an equitable digital future shared by all.
>>>
>>>
>>> Nepal is currently in a critical phase of policy formulation and shaping
>>> its digital future. Despite the adoption of its first Digital Framework in
>>> 2019, Nepalese communities are still in the early stages of digital growth.
>>> The post-Covid era has accelerated Nepal's digital transformation,
>>> emphasizing the need for a multistakeholder model of Internet governance to
>>> prevent the further widening of the digital divide. The absence of local
>>> chapters in Nepal has made it evident that we lack multi-stakeholder
>>> platforms advocating for technological advancement that leaves no one
>>> behind while abiding by global principles.
>>>
>>>
>>> The chapter's primary purpose is to bridge these gaps through meaningful
>>> connections, advocacy for policy reforms, and support for local communities
>>> and stakeholders by enhancing their capacity, conducting research works,
>>> and implementing pilot projects.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> The scope of the chapter are the following:
>>>
>>>
>>> *1.    Advocacy and Awareness:* Making people aware about internet
>>> issues and principles. Promoting an open, accessible, and secure Internet
>>> and advocating for policies that support these principles in Nepal.
>>>
>>> *2.  Community Building:* Bringing together professionals, enthusiasts,
>>> and stakeholders in the local community who share an interest in the
>>> Internet. Bringing in multi- stakeholders and finding avenues to work
>>> together in a bottom-up approach.
>>>
>>> *3.   Empowering and Networking:* Empowering and facilitating networking
>>>
>>> opportunities for members to connect with others in the field and share
>>> knowledge and experiences at national, regional and international platforms.
>>>
>>> *4. Education, Outreach and Projects:* Conducting educational programs
>>> and outreach initiatives to raise awareness about Internet-related issues
>>> and advancements. Identifying the local issues and priorities on internet
>>> and developing projects that support open, accessible and secure internet
>>> especially for the national priority development sector of education,
>>> health, agriculture, etc.
>>>
>>> *5.  Collaboration:* Collaborating with other local and international
>>> organizations to work on common goals and projects.
>>>
>>> *6.   Policy Engagement:* Engaging in discussions and initiatives
>>> related to Internet governance, policies, and regulations at local and
>>> regional levels. Representing local issues and success models with respect
>>> to the Nepalese context.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *D. Outline of key priorities for the first year of Chapter*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *Shaping the int**ernet of the future:*
>>>
>>>    - Assuring that the Internet in Nepal is inclusive, stable, secured,
>>>    trustworthy and global by developing Internet standards for digital
>>>    education Nepal, encompassing guidelines and frameworks for various
>>>    stakeholders from policymakers to end users. The standard is
>>>    targeted to be a benchmark for adopting Internet for education in Nepal and
>>>    chapter’s key project for Year 1.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *Making the Internet Stronger:*
>>>
>>>    - Conducting regular stakeholder engagement programs and capacity
>>>    development training on Internet governance to  advocate for an open,
>>>    decentralized, secure, trusted, and resilient internet. This will enhance
>>>    user community awareness and resilience through conducting
>>>    capacity-building initiatives, promoting cyber hygiene practices, and
>>>    collaborating with the internet community in Nepal and global community.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *Helping the internet grow:*
>>>
>>>    - Fostering the development of a new batch of technical leaders in
>>>    the community, with a particular focus on rural areas where the digital gap
>>>    is significant.
>>>    - Educating the community about the principles of networking in the
>>>    internet era and the Internet Way of Networking.
>>>
>>> The first-year priorities of the chapter are:
>>>
>>>
>>> *1. Establishment and Legal Status: *Formalize the establishment of the
>>> ISOC chapter in Nepal, ensuring it is recognized and officially registered.
>>> Build relationships with the global Internet Society, other chapters and
>>> other local and international organizations.
>>>
>>> *2. Membership and Financial Sponsors:* Initiate a membership drive to
>>> attract professionals, experts, and enthusiasts interested in
>>> Internet-related issues. Develop strategies to engage a diverse range
>>> of stakeholders, including academics, industry professionals, and
>>> government representatives. The chapter will also focus on securing funds
>>> for the planed activities
>>>
>>> *3. Development of  Pilot Project and Community Building:* Develop a
>>> pilot project for holistic digital resilience by building e-resilient
>>> standards for the education ecosystem. Organize local events, workshops,
>>> webinars and seminars to foster a sense of community among members. Create
>>> online platforms for communication and collaboration, such as a website,
>>> social media accounts, or forums.
>>>
>>> *4. Events: *Host events such as conferences, webinars, or panel
>>> discussions to address relevant Internet-related topics and local issues
>>> that need attention. Discuss on emerging technology and trends and how it
>>> can be beneficial for our local context.
>>>
>>> Participating in or organizing events on global Internet-related
>>> awareness days.
>>>
>>> *5. Programs and Advocacy:* Identify local internet related issues on
>>> Digital Literacy/competency, cybersecurity, e-Education, Digital
>>> Citizenship and Digital Accessibility. Conduct research, programs and
>>> projects tailored to address the identified issues on the Internet. Conduct
>>> advocacy based on the findings of those researches, programs and projects
>>>
>>> *6. Networking and Youth Engagement:* Establish connections with other
>>> ISOC chapters, as well as local and international organizations working in
>>> the field of technology and the Internet. Collaborate with Academia,
>>> Private Sectors, CSO’s and Government agencies for mutual initiatives.
>>> Encourage the involvement of young professionals and students in
>>>
>>> ISOC activities. Develop mentorship programs or initiatives to support
>>> the next generation of Internet leaders.
>>>
>>> *7. Evaluation and Future Orientation:* Collect feedback from members
>>> and stakeholders to continually improve the chapter’s activities and
>>> initiatives. Regularly evaluate progress
>>>
>>> towards the chapter’s goals and adjust strategies accordingly. A good
>>> communication is foundational to the success of the chapter for the first
>>> year and beyond. So making a strong communication and feedback mechanism
>>> from the outset is important for sustainability of the Chapter.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *The timeline will be decided after a green-light from Internet Society.*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *E. Founding members of the Chapter*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *S.N*
>>>
>>> *Names List*
>>>
>>> 1
>>>
>>> Ashirwad Tripathy
>>>
>>> 2
>>>
>>> Deepa Bhattarai
>>>
>>> 3
>>>
>>> Surendra Tiwari
>>>
>>> 4
>>>
>>> Ananda Gautam
>>>
>>> 5
>>>
>>> Suman Sharma
>>>
>>> 6
>>>
>>> Ismaran Duwadi
>>>
>>> 7
>>>
>>> Bharat Bashyal
>>>
>>> 8
>>>
>>> Usha Bhattarai
>>>
>>> 9
>>>
>>> Mamta Siwakoti
>>>
>>> 10
>>>
>>> Priyanka Jha
>>>
>>> 11
>>>
>>> Divas Paudel
>>>
>>> 12
>>>
>>> NIkesh Balami
>>>
>>> 13
>>>
>>> Sadikshya Silwal
>>>
>>> 14
>>>
>>> Paribhasha Pradhan
>>>
>>> 15
>>>
>>> Sanjina Chettri
>>>
>>> 16
>>>
>>> Kabita Rai
>>>
>>> 17
>>>
>>> Ranjan Koirala
>>>
>>> 18
>>>
>>> Raman Pradhananga
>>>
>>> 19
>>>
>>> Unnat Sapkota
>>>
>>> 20
>>>
>>> Surendra Bajagain
>>>
>>> 21
>>>
>>> Binod Basnet
>>>
>>> 22
>>>
>>> Deebas Lamghade
>>>
>>> 23
>>>
>>> Rupak Malla Thakuri
>>>
>>> 24
>>>
>>> Aayush Paudel
>>>
>>> 25
>>>
>>> Suyash Nepal
>>>
>>> 26
>>>
>>> Pradip Raj Poudel
>>>
>>> 27
>>>
>>> Alisha Bhandari
>>>
>>> 28
>>>
>>> Ishara Dhakal
>>>
>>> 29
>>>
>>> Suman KC
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> *F. List of supporters and partner organizations*
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>    1. Youth IGF Nepal
>>>    2. Educating Nepal
>>>    3. Digital Rights Nepal
>>>    4. Open Knowledge Nepal
>>>    5. Empowering Asia
>>>
>>> ====================
>>>
>>>
>>> *Sarah Lake (she/her),* Community Engagement Manager, Asia-Pacific
>>> *lake at isoc.org <lake at isoc.org>*
>>>
>>>
>>> Join the global movement today. <https://bit.ly/3O6wxkc>
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*Thanks and Regards*

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*Past Founder & Chair, ISOC-Rural-Development-SIG,*
*Past Joint Secretary, ISOC India Hyderabad Chapter,*
*Adhoc-MAG, Multistakeholder Advisory Group, Youth IGF India*

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