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At the 12th Annual ICIC closed session, the ICIC passed a resolution setting out its strategic plan for 2021 to 2024. The six priorities contained in the plan support the ICIC’s Charter Goals as set out in the Johannesburg Charter. Written by the Scottish Information Commissioner and co-sponsored by the Mexico and UK regulators the priorities are: …

ICIC signs resolution on its strategic plan for the next three years Leer más »

The 12th International Conference of Information Commissioners took place virtually on 23 – 24 June, with members and observers joining together to consider key access to information and transparency challenges. Opening the session, Elizabeth Denham, outgoing ICIC Chair and UK Information Commissioner, described the event as a turning point in the ICIC’s development. Ms Denham said: …

ICIC holds virtual conference 2021 Leer más »

At the 12th annual ICIC closed session, a resolution was passed, committing to the importance of the proactive publication of information relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. That resolution states: “As the global pandemic continues, the importance of transparency and the right to access information remains. Recognising the role that access to information has in building trust …

ICIC signs joint statement on proactive publication of information relating to the COVID-19 pandemic Leer más »

Opening remarks from Elizabeth Denham CBE, Chair of the ICIC Governance Working Group and UK Information Commissioner, at the ICIC closed session on Wednesday 23 June 2021. “Hello, and welcome to the 2021 ICIC closed session. It is my privilege as chair of the Governance Working Group to welcome you today, to what promises to …

Opening remarks from Elizabeth Denham CBE, Chair of the ICIC Governance Working Group and UK Information Commissioner, at the ICIC closed session Leer más »

Opening remarks from Elizabeth Denham CBE, Chair of the ICIC Governance Working Group and UK Information Commissioner, on Wednesday 26 May 2021 at the first Open Session of ICIC 2021. “Hello, and welcome to the first of the ICIC’s 2021 Open session webinars. These digital sessions will allow us to collaborate and benefit from our shared …

Opening remarks at ICIC 2021 from Elizabeth Denham CBE, Chair of the ICIC Governance Working Group and UK Information Commissioner Leer más »

The ICIC is delighted to confirm further details for its 12th Annual Conference open sessions which are being hosted online this year by the Brazilian Office of the Comptroller General (CGU). The theme for ICIC 2021 is ‘Access to information for a changing world: using technology to promote inclusion’. The conference will bring together experts …

ICIC 12th Annual Conference – at your desk Leer más »

The ICIC has published its inaugural newsletter. Featuring editorial from colleagues around the world, the newsletter provides insight on the important issues facing the information access community. You can read the newsletter here.

The ICIC is pleased to invite expressions of interest from its members for positions on its Executive Committee. The call for expressions of interest provides ICIC members with an opportunity to reflect on how they can contribute to the strategic direction of the International Conference. All expressions of interest will be assessed by the Governance …

Call for expressions of interest – ICIC Executive Committee Leer más »

Today we celebrate the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between UNESCO and ICIC. Through this arrangement, UNESCO and ICIC confirm their commitment to strengthening global awareness and promotion of the universal right of access to information. The MoU sets out how both organisations intend to work together through joint projects and capacity building in …

ICIC-UNESCO Sign Joint Memorandum of Understanding Leer más »

Today we celebrate the International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI). The ICIC is pleased to be working with UNESCO and other international partners including civil society organisations, to celebrate this important day to promote and protect the Universal Right of Access to Information. The ICIC and colleagues have come together during this pandemic to …

International Day for Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) – ICIC statement Leer más »