[DCAD] Subject: Urgent: Personal Attack and Breach of Mailing List Protocol. Was RE: Call for Mentor: DCAD Fellowship Program for IGF2025

[mshabbirawan at gmail.com]

Dear Kayanga Peter,

 

I am writing to address the content of your email (appended below), which includes a personal attack and language that is not only inappropriate but also contrary to the principles of mutual respect and professionalism that guide the work of the Internet Governance Forum (IGF).

 

As a reminder, all participants on this mailing list are bound by the  <https://www.intgovforum.org/en/content/igf-code-of-conduct> IGF Code of Conduct, which requires respectful and constructive communication at all times. Personal attacks and inflammatory language have no place in this community and undermine our collective efforts to promote accessibility and inclusion.

 

Given the nature of this situation and the fact that I am personally referenced in your message, I am referring this matter to Judith Hellerstein (the other Coordinator of DCAD) and Joly MacFie (the Admin and technical support for DCAD), who are better positioned to handle this case impartially. I trust they will address this issue appropriately.

 

As we continue our work in advancing digital accessibility, I kindly request that all members maintain a professional tone and focus on constructive dialogue. This ensures that the mailing list remains a safe and inclusive space for all.

 

If you or anyone else has any specific concerns or feedback regarding the DCAD or the Fellowship Program, I invite you to share them respectfully, so they can be addressed effectively.

 

Thank you for your understanding.

 

Best regards,
Dr. Muhammad Shabbir
Coordinator,
Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (DCAD)
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MShabbirPhD

 

 

From: kayanga peter <kayangap24 at gmail.com> 
Sent: Monday, January 27, 2025 10:24 AM
To: mshabbirawan at gmail.com; Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability <dcad at lists.igf-dcad.org>
Subject: Re: [DCAD] Call for Mentor: DCAD Fellowship Program for IGF2025

 

DEAR  DR      LIAR, LAST  YEAR ,YOU TOLD US LIARS ,YOU WILL  LOSE YOU LIFE ,YOU THINK YOU ARE  WISE BUT LET ME TELL YOU ONE DAY YOU'RE GOING TO

LOSE YOUR HEAD,STOP TELLING PEOPLE'S LIAR, RESPECT YOUR FAITH AND BE MINDFUL OF TELLING LIRAS 

 

 STO TELLING LIARS 

 

 

On Sat, Jan 25, 2025 at 2:28 AM Muhammad Shabbir Awan via DCAD <dcad at lists.igf-dcad.org <mailto:dcad at lists.igf-dcad.org> > wrote:

 

Dear DCAD Members,

 

The Internet Governance Forum Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (IGF-DCAD) is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to serve as a Mentor for the IGF-DCAD Fellowship Program for IGF2025.

 

This voluntary role is pivotal to supporting persons with disabilities in their meaningful participation in the IGF processes, promoting inclusion, and advancing digital accessibility.

 

Key Details:

*	Responsibilities:

*	Mentor fellows and guide them in preparing for and participating in IGF2025.
*	Provide insights into IGF processes, discussions, and sessions.
*	Share best practices in digital accessibility and disability inclusion.
*	Monitor fellows’ progress, provide feedback, and report on their achievements.
*	Serve on the Fellowship Selection Committee and collaborate with the DCAD team.

*	Eligibility Requirements:

*	Expertise in digital accessibility and disability inclusion.
*	Comprehensive understanding of IGF structures and processes.
*	Proven fellowship and mentoring experience.
*	Strong organizational, communication, and progress-monitoring skills.
*	Preference for candidates with lived experience of disability.

 

This is a voluntary position with significant time commitment before and during the IGF2025. However, reasonable travel expenses for in-person participation in IGF2025 may be reimbursed upon request and approval.

For the full announcement and application details, please visit:
 <https://igf-dcad.org/mentor-announcement/> https://igf-dcad.org/mentor-announcement/

Application Deadline: 03 February 2025, 15:00 UTC
Email for Submission: info at igf-dcad.org <mailto:info at igf-dcad.org> 

 

BR,

 

Dr. Muhammad Shabbir,

Coordinator,

Dynamic Coalition on Accessibility and Disability (DCAD),

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

 

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