In the context of the upcoming UN process on negotiating a global cybercrime treaty, panelists explore the prospects for multi-stakeholder engagement and civil society contribution.
The fight against cybercrime cannot be siloed. On a national, regional and international level, the meaningful and sustained collaboration of governments, the private sector, experts and civil society organisations is the only way to mitigate and control the challenges cybercrime poses to an open and secure cyberspace.
In May 2021, a new UN process starts, mandated with working towards a possible comprehensive international convention on countering the use of information and communications technologies (ICTs) for criminal purposes. The modalities for this process, including the role of civil society, are yet to be decided.
Divergent views and opinions around this issue mean the perception of civil society as valuable partners in these processes is not universally shared. From ensuring accountability to protecting human rights, the role of civil society is crucial in the anti-cybercrime efforts. However, multi-stakeholder engagement in the fight against cybercrime has not been without its challenges, and progress in this area has been hard-fought.
In this context, on 14 April 2021 at 12:30 CEST, the EU Cyber Direct Project jointly with the Chatham House are organizing an online public event “Paths for Multi-stakeholder Engagement in the Fight Against Cybercrime”. In order to receive the connection details to the event, it is necessary to register by following this link.
