A decentralized network
In this peer network, all organizations will be associated at the same level, without any hierarchy between them.
Flexibility, a core concept
This network will operate in a very flexible way. For some members, the network will essentially be a resource centre, allowing them to gather information, to be in touch with other members. For others, it will facilitate cooperation at an European level on subjects of common interests, feeding the Commission with proposals.
Density and configuration of the network will vary according to the demands of its members and also to the issues. The working groups will be created with the interested members and will publish recommendations accordingly.
Openness
The network is built as an open structure, as regards new members willing to join, or non members it wants to work with. Other organizations in other European countries are welcome to participate in this new process. The network also aims at building a structured dialogue with other international players on subjects of common interest.
A progressive construction by its members
The launch of the network in December 2003 is just a beginning. The network will be built progressively under the impulse of its members (see next page).
The first meeting of the European internet coregulation network will take place in March 2004 in Paris. It will be the opportunity for the members to set its priorities for next months. The launch of the first working groups will take place in June 2004.
This website is an immediate illustration of the common will of its participants. It already presents the network, its projects, its members and proposes links to their websites. It will include later more functionalities, like a collaborative work platform.
