[globalsouthdata] Press release of our joint contribuition to the Global Digital Compact

[Mesenbet Assefa]

Thank you Mikael, 

I am glad we reflected on the key issues that should be concerning to us 
and that  the interests of the Global South are catered in the GDC. 

Good  work !

Warm regards, 

Mesenbet Assefa (PhD)
Asst. Professor of Law, Addis Ababa University, 
School of Law, Consultant and Attorney at Law, 
Partner, 5A Law Firm LLP www.5alawoffice.com  
Tel: +251 979066431 P.O.Box 150570
Skype: mesenbetassefa






> On 6 Apr 2023, at 10:00 PM, Mikael Servilha <mikael.servilha at dataprivacybr.org> wrote:
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> Hey everyone,
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> Just wanted to drop a quick note to let you all know about our contribution to the Global Digital Compact (attached). It was submitted last week. We're really excited about it and would love to hear your thoughts and feedback. 
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> Also, we would be happy to exchange ideas about this agenda.
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> Looking forward to hearing from you all.
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> Cheers,
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> PRESS RELEASE
> April 6th, 2023
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> Global South´s CSOs form an alliance to contribute to the UN Global Digital Compact
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> The “Southern Alliance for the Global Digital Compact addresses the topics of connectivity, data protection, regulation of artificial intelligence and digital commons.
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> In response to the UN Global Digital Compact call, five civil society organizations - Data Privacy Brazil Research Association (Brazil), Aapti Institute (India), Internet Bolivia (Bolivia), KICTANet (Kenya), and Paradigm Initiative (Nigeria) - created an alliance to collaborate in a contribution with the perspective of the Global South.
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> The initiative, coordinated by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in conjunction with the UN Tech Envoy, Amandeep Singh Gill, is part of the preparation agenda for the Summit of the Future, to be held in 2024, when the key-text of the Global Digital Compact will be voted on by member states. In the first quarter of 2023, open consultations with Civil Society and Academia, as well as informal listening to member states and other stakeholders are being conducted.
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> Among the actions proposed by the Alliance, the role of the State in providing a multistakeholder co-regulatory environment based on principles of transparency, oversight of technological activities that use data as a public good, and obligations for the private sector in the handling and treatment of such data are highlighted.
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> The active participation of actors from the Global South is essential to achieve a truly global commitment. According to Jaqueline Pigatto, from the Data Privacy Brazil Research Association, "the contribution of Global South countries to the UN Global Digital Compact is crucial to ensure that the voices and needs of these regions are considered in the formulation of digital rights policies. It is essential to have an inclusive and equitable approach, taking into account the specific realities and challenges faced by Global South countries in relation to connectivity, data protection, artificial intelligence, and access to digital resources."
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> The active participation of civil society organizations from the Global South in the elaboration of the UN Global Digital Compact demonstrates the commitment of these organizations to promote digital rights for all, especially for those who are disadvantaged or marginalized in the Global South regions. These contributions help ensure that digital policies and regulations are comprehensive, fair, and sensitive to local needs and realities.
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> It is believed that the UN Global Digital Compact will have a significant impact on digital policies and regulations worldwide. And the active participation of civil society organizations from the Global South is crucial to ensure that the voices of these regions are heard and considered in global decision-making on the digital future. 
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> Service: Southern Alliance for the Global Digital Compact <https://www.dataprivacybr.org/en/documentos/southern-alliance-for-the-global-digital-compact-2/>Press contact: imprensa at dataprivacybr.org <mailto:imprensa at dataprivacybr.org> 
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