[Chapter-delegates] Call for Volunteers: Regional Chapter Leaders Focus Group (Code of Conduct Revision)

[Luis Martinez]

Hi, I am happy to contribute.
Best Regards
Luis
ISOC MX

On Wed, Mar 4, 2026, 06:31 Mark Oisera via Chapter-delegates <
chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:

> * Mark Orina + ISOC Kenya
> * Region Africa
>
> On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 5:13 PM Caleb Ogundele via Chapter-delegates <
> chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
>
>> Dear Thilina,
>>
>> Thank you for coordinating this. This sounds like something that will be
>> interesting for our ChAC. Having a revised Code of Conduct with clearer
>> reporting and enforcement guidance is long overdue, and I'm glad to see the
>> community being engaged in the process.
>>
>> As a Board of Trustees member, even though I cannot participate in it due
>> to a conflict of interest, I'm also supportive of this initiative and
>> believe input from chapter leaders will be invaluable in shaping a
>> framework that is both practical and globally representative. I look
>> forward to the outcome.
>>
>> Best regards,
>> *Caleb Ogundele*
>> Internet Society Board of Trustees
>>
>> On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 7:48 AM Thilina Pathirana via Chapter-delegates <
>> chapter-delegates at elists.isoc.org> wrote:
>>
>>> Dear Chapter Leaders,
>>>
>>> The code of conduct revision project requires help from global-leaders
>>> to revise the existing documents and gather information. For this
>>> purpose Internet Society staff need our help finding suitable candidates
>>> for a small focus group. Based on the discussion I had with the staff
>>> following is a call for volunteers.
>>>
>>> Therefore, please check out the following description and reply if you
>>> are interested.
>>>
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Thilina Pathirana
>>> ChAC-SC liaison for the Code of Conduct Revision Project
>>>
>>> ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
>>>
>>> The Internet Society community brings together people from diverse
>>> regions, cultures, and lived experiences to advance our shared vision of an
>>> Internet for everyone. To support safe, respectful participation across
>>> in-person, hybrid, and virtual spaces, Internet Society staff has launched
>>> a project to r*eview and update the Internet Society / Internet Society
>>> Foundation Code of Conduct*, including clearer reporting, response, and
>>> enforcement guidance.
>>>
>>> As part of *Phase 1 (listening & input)*, we are inviting chapter
>>> leaders to join a small focus group facilitated by consultant *Emma
>>> Irwin* to share perspectives and practical suggestions that will help
>>> shape the first draft. (The Internet Society staff has brought on the
>>> consultant Emma Irwin, who has deep experience in this space, to support
>>> the process.)
>>>
>>> We’re looking for: One volunteer per region (first come, first served)
>>>
>>> To ensure global representation, we will select *one eligible volunteer
>>> from each region* (up to 6 total)
>>> If your region’s spot is already taken, you can still sign up to be on
>>> the waitlist in case a selected volunteer becomes unavailable.
>>>
>>> What’s the commitment?
>>>
>>> One focus group session (60–90 minutes) within the next ~2 weeks
>>> (scheduled to best fit time zones)
>>> Optional: a brief follow-up if clarification is needed
>>>
>>> Discussion topics may include:
>>>
>>>   * Awareness/experience with the current Code of Conduct
>>>   * Handling or reporting conduct issues (what worked / what didn’t)
>>>   * Feelings of safety, support, and empowerment in chapter/community
>>> roles
>>>   * What you’d like to see in an updated framework (process, clarity,
>>> training, accountability)
>>>
>>> How to volunteer (reply with the following)
>>>
>>> Please reply with:
>>>
>>> * Name + Chapter
>>> * Region (Africa / Asia-Pacific / Europe / LAC / North America / Middle
>>> East)
>>>
>>> The first eligible volunteer per region will be confirmed by reply.
>>> Others will be placed on the waitlist.
>>>
>>> --
>>>
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>>> Thilina Pathirana
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>>> *Senior Engineer specialised in data networking*
>>>
>>> *Doctoral Researcher - UiS*
>>> *President - LKNOG*
>>> *Board member Internet Society Norway Chapter*
>>> *Member Internet Society ChAC - Steering Committee *
>>> *Member IAENG | **IEEE | ACS** | CSSL*
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>>
>>
>> --
>> *Caleb Ogundele*
>> Email: muyiwacaleb at gmail.com
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