Session
Organizer 1: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 2: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Organizer 2: Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 1: Jacqueline van de Werken, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 2: Goyal Vivek, Private Sector, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 3: Lawrence Olawale-Roberts, Private Sector, African Group
Speaker 4: benny Vasquez, Technical Community, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 5: Irina Daneliya, Technical Community, Eastern European Group
Speaker 2: Goyal Vivek, Private Sector, Asia-Pacific Group
Speaker 3: Lawrence Olawale-Roberts, Private Sector, African Group
Speaker 4: benny Vasquez, Technical Community, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
Speaker 5: Irina Daneliya, Technical Community, Eastern European Group
Format
Roundtable
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: This topic is best suited for a roundtable because it requires a collaborative, multi-stakeholder approach to address the complexities of responsible Internet practices at the infrastructure level. Unlike a traditional panel or lecture, a roundtable fosters an open and interactive exchange of ideas among diverse participants—DNS operators, hosting providers, brand protection entities, policymakers and attendees—who each play a unique role in shaping Internet infrastructure. Given the challenges of defining shared responsibilities, coordinating mitigation efforts, and harmonizing policies across jurisdictions, a roundtable allows for dynamic discussion, real-time problem-solving, and consensus-building. A sixty minute roundtable is idea for this topic since it provides an opportunity to begin a dialogue on the issues in contrast to a longer 90 minute session that might begin to delve into definitional issues without beginning a resolution.
Duration (minutes): 60
Format description: This topic is best suited for a roundtable because it requires a collaborative, multi-stakeholder approach to address the complexities of responsible Internet practices at the infrastructure level. Unlike a traditional panel or lecture, a roundtable fosters an open and interactive exchange of ideas among diverse participants—DNS operators, hosting providers, brand protection entities, policymakers and attendees—who each play a unique role in shaping Internet infrastructure. Given the challenges of defining shared responsibilities, coordinating mitigation efforts, and harmonizing policies across jurisdictions, a roundtable allows for dynamic discussion, real-time problem-solving, and consensus-building. A sixty minute roundtable is idea for this topic since it provides an opportunity to begin a dialogue on the issues in contrast to a longer 90 minute session that might begin to delve into definitional issues without beginning a resolution.
Policy Question(s)
● The roles and responsibilities of different infrastructure actors in promoting responsible Internet practices.
● The complexities of notification systems, mitigation efforts, and process automation.
● Challenges in harmonizing policies promoting responsible Internet practices across jurisdictions and industry sectors.
What will participants gain from attending this session? By examining existing practices, coordination mechanisms, and emerging trends, this session will contribute to the development of actionable strategies to enhance cooperation within the Internet infrastructure ecosystem. The insights and recommendations from this discussion will be compiled into a practical study, aimed at fostering collaboration among infrastructure operators and strengthening efforts to promote responsible Internet practices globally. The study will be used by an evolving group in the Internet infrastructure industry who are collaborating on responsible Internet infrastructure practices. This collaboration includes incorporating applicable WSIS Action Lines and principles.
Description:
This is roundtable discussion exploring a critical yet often overlooked aspect of online responsibility—how to parse responsibility for harmful activity within the Internet infrastructure. While efforts to combat harmful content have traditionally focused on creators and consumers, this session will delve into how infrastructure providers—DNS operators, hosting services, and brand protection entities—can play a pivotal role in fostering a safer, more responsible Internet. Global experts will examine the responsibilities of infrastructure actors, the complexities of mitigation and automation, and the challenges of harmonizing policies across industries and jurisdictions.
This is roundtable discussion exploring a critical yet often overlooked aspect of online responsibility—how to parse responsibility for harmful activity within the Internet infrastructure. While efforts to combat harmful content have traditionally focused on creators and consumers, this session will delve into how infrastructure providers—DNS operators, hosting services, and brand protection entities—can play a pivotal role in fostering a safer, more responsible Internet. Global experts will examine the responsibilities of infrastructure actors, the complexities of mitigation and automation, and the challenges of harmonizing policies across industries and jurisdictions.
Expected Outcomes
● Identification of key challenges and gaps in promoting responsible Internet practices at the infrastructure level.
● Insights into best practices for information sharing and coordination among stakeholders, supporting WSIS Action Line C5.
● Actionable recommendations for improving cross-sector collaboration on responsible Internet practices, supporting WSIS Action Lines C6 and C10.
Hybrid Format: A dedicated moderator will facilitate discussions, ensuring that both in-person and virtual attendees have equal opportunities to contribute. Live polling and Q&A sessions will be conducted to gather diverse perspectives, and structured turn-taking will allow all voices to be heard. Additionally, an online chat function will enable remote participants to submit questions and comments in real time, which will be relayed to the speakers by the moderator. The session will be structured with a mix of short expert insights, guided discussions, and open dialogues to maintain engagement across all formats.