The United Nations, human rights and the internet

[William Drake]

Hi Joy

This is really interesting, and it's great that you and APC have been pushing these issues into the traditional multilateral nexus.  Two quick questions:

On Nov 30, 2011, at 12:46 AM, Joy Liddicoat wrote:

> ·         The obligation to report on internet rights issues (all country reports)

Is this likely to happen?  One would think it'd be a big step forward, hopefully drawing on the work being done by the various CS and multistakeholder coalitions/initiatives like ONI, GNI, etc..

> In other developments, in March 2012 the Human Rights Council will convene an expert panel on the internet and freedom of expression.

Are the dates set? Will this be open to observers, ECOSOC-accredited and otherwise?

Thanks,

BIll

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