As a member of the EPDP team, I agree to comply with the following Statement of Participation. I understand that the EPDP Leadership Team has the authority to restrict my participation in the EPDP Team in the event that they determine that I am not contributing to the effort as intended:
- I agree to genuinely cooperate with fellow members of the EPDP to reach consensus on the issues outlined in the Charter. I understand this does not mean that I am unable to fully represent the views of my appointing organization but rather, where there are areas of disagreement, I will commit to work with others to reach a compromise position to the extent that I am able to do so;
- I acknowledge the remit of the GNSO to develop consensus policies for generic top level domains. As such, I will abide by the recommended working methods and rules of engagement as outlined in the Charter, particularly as it relates to designating consensus and other relevant rules in GNSO Working Group Guidelines;
- I will treat all members of the EPDP team with civility both face-to-face and online following ICANN expected standards of behavior, and I will be respectful of their time and commitment to this effort. I will act in a reasonable, objective, and informed manner during my participation this EPDP and will not purposefully attempt to disrupt the work of the EPDP;
- I will make best efforts to regularly attend all scheduled meetings and send apologies in advance when I am unable to attend. I will take assignments allocated to me during the course of the EPDP seriously and complete these within the requested timeframe. As and when appropriate I shall seek to be replaced by my designated Alternate in accordance with the wishes of my appointing organization; and
- I agree to act in accordance with ICANN’s Standards of Behaviour, particularly as they relate to:
- Acting in accordance with, and in the spirit of, ICANN’s mission and core values as provided in ICANN's Bylaws;
- Adhering to ICANN's conflict of interest policies;
- Treating people with respect and acting in a reasonable, objective and informed manner when participating in policy development and decision-making processes;
- Listening to the views of all stakeholders and working to build consensus;
- Promoting ethical and responsible behavior.
