ICAN Governance Working Group
UNDER HEAVY CONSTRUCTION
In order for ICAN to function properly a governance structure is vital. A draft model has been developed, which presents a possible approach to ICAN governance.
(devised by the governance break-out group at ICAN 3 in Copehagen)
ICAN 3 Governance Break-out Notes (2008, Copenhagen, pdf)
We are working on Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) or non-contractual arrangement that we will ask participants in ICAN to sign, as we move closer to becoming a formal organization. The MOA will have clear objectives, milestones and deliverables. Participants can comprise two levels: full participating membership and associate membership. The former gives “executive” benefits in terms of defining the strategic direction of ICAN, objective setting and input to technical and business developments. The latter gives a passive benefit in being able to keep abreast of developments.
The three main bodies that need to be formed in order to steer the strategic and technical activities of ICAN are a Central Coordination team (CCT), a Steering Group (SG) and a Technical Task Force (TTF). The form and functions of these coordination entities will be discussed and finalized in 2009.
