Internet: UNESCO Publishes First Draft of New Study on Privacy, Access to Info, Freedom of Expression, and Ethics

The complete title of the study (first public draft) released by UNESCO earlier today at a meeting in Paris is: Keystones To Foster Inclusive Knowledge Societies: Access To Information And Knowledge, Freedom Of Expression, Privacy, And Ethics On A Global Internet.

From UNESCO:

The transnational and multi-dimensional nature of Cyberspace and its growing importance presents new frontiers with unparalleled opportunities and challenges for access to information and knowledge, freedom of expression, privacy and ethics.

The Internet Study being undertaken by UNESCO is seeking to provide the necessary clarity to support holistic approaches to addressing this broad range of interrelated issues as well as their short and long-term effects.

Two versions of the draft are available:

1. “Simple” Version (80 pages; PDF)

2. Complete Version (96 pages; PDF)

Additional Materials

• Draft Outcome Statement of the CONNECTing-the-dots Conference

• Latest Version of the Concept Note

• Sub-Studies and Background Resources [Including Completed Studies]s

• Submissions to the Questionnaire

• International And Regional Instruments Relevant To The Areas of Access, Freedom of Expression, Privacy And Ethics

• More Information on the Study