[DCAD] Call for Interest: DCAD Fellowship Mentor

[Gunela Astbrink]

Dear Dr Shabbir,

I'd like to put my name forward as the DCAD Fellowship Mentor for IGF2023.

I am an experienced mentor as well as having extensive expertise in 
accessibility in digital and related services.

I was selected as a mentor for APrIGF 2022. I developed and facilitated 
a South Asian train the trainer workshop on digital leadership in 
Internet governance and digital rights held in Bangladesh in 2022.
https://www.apsig.asia/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Dhaka-Report-public.pdf
I've provided informal mentoring to a number of participants since the 
workshop.

Having served on the Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) of the IGF, I 
have a strong understanding of IGF processes and have a wide network of 
contacts.

As Chair of the ISOC Accessibility Standing Group, I am keen to share 
knowledge with emerging disability leaders.

I will be in Kyoto in person for the IGF and can take on all the 
responsibilities as listed. I'll offer guidance and insights on sessions 
each morning and elicit feedback at the end of each day. I would also 
offer an orientation call with the DCAD Fellows before traveling to the 
event.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,
Gunela Astbrink


From: Muhammad Shabbir Awan <mshabbirawan at gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, September 22, 2023 7:26 PM
To: 'Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability' 
<dcad at lists.igf-dcad.org>
Subject: Call for Interest: DCAD Fellowship Mentor







Hi All,



As we gear up for the IGF2023 in Kyoto, Japan, from 8-12 October 2023, I 
am reaching out to all of you with call for interest for DCAD Fellowship 
Mentor.



We are in search of an experienced mentor who not only possesses 
expertise in accessibility and disability-related issues but also has a 
deep understanding of the IGF system and the multistakeholder model. The 
mentor will play a crucial role in guiding and supporting our DCAD 
fellowship recipients in preparing for and maximizing their 
opportunities at IGF2023.

Responsibilities of the Mentor:

     Offer guidance and advice to fellows on preparing for IGF2023.
     Facilitate remote calls and maintain regular contact with fellows 
leading up to and during the event.
     Share insights into the IGF system and the multistakeholder model 
to help fellows navigate the event effectively.
     Assist fellows in identifying and attending relevant sessions and 
workshops.
     Provide networking opportunities and introduce fellows to key contacts.
     Offer insights and share knowledge to enhance the fellows' 
understanding of accessibility and disability-related issues.



Ideally, we are looking for a mentor who will be participating in person 
at IGF2023 to ensure close interaction with the fellows during the 
event. Your presence at the event would greatly enhance the mentorship 
experience.



If you are interested in becoming a mentor or have suggestions for 
potential mentors, please reply to this email or reach out to me 
directly no latter than Tuesday, 25 Sep 2023 09:00 UTC.



Best,

Dr. Muhammad Shabbir,

Coordinator,

Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (DCAD),

Twitter: https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD/


-- 
Gunela Astbrink
Chair, ISOC Accessibility Standing Group,
Vice-Chair, ICANN APRALO,
Past Member, IGF Multistakeholder Advisory Group (MAG)
Mobile: +61 417 715738
Email: g.astbrink at gsa.com.au
www.a11ysig.org