Our recommendation is for ICANN to create and structure a robust At-Large Membership, which would be empowered to participate in the policy decision-making process of ICANN. We also recommend that the At-Large Membership hold direct elections to elect the number of Board members of ICANN at least equal to the total number of those selected by the various supporting organizations. Given the current configuration of the Board and the need for appropriate balance of interests, that would mean the ALM would select nine seats by election.
Sections 3.4 and 3.5 below explain in detail these conclusions, how they should be implemented, and why we recommend them. This section briefly outlines the rationale behind our recommendations. It also addresses some of the perceived weaknesses of direct elections, and analyzes the model we recommend in light of other proposed options for representation and participation of the public voice.
The creation of an At-Large Membership structure with the right to vote in a direct election for At Large directors is a process with both benefits and problems, some serious. But we believe that this is, on balance and considering the alternatives, the approach most likely to support the long-term legitimacy and stability for ICANN.
| 3.2.5 Conclusion | 3.3.1 The reason for an At-Large Membership that enables participation and provides for public representation by electing the At Large Directors |
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