[Media Caucus] Media Caucus input - CS benchmarks doc

[Tracey Naughton]

Steve

Thanks very much for the leadership on this statement. I think there was
confusion from the outset on this statement about an essential benchmark as
opposed to a key non-negotiable. It was regrettable that we did not have
time to discuss it and I was most grateful to Rony for proposing a very
reasonable benchmark.

In terms of key non-negotiables, I agree that we should adhere to the text
that we have agreed to and I like the paragraph you have fashioned (below)
as is. Though, it does not mention self regulation of ethics or rights of
media workers.....what do others think?

Regards

Tracey

Steve¹s proposal:

"Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is the touchstone
for an independent, pluralistic and free media. Media pluralism and
diversity should be guaranteed through appropriate laws to hinder the abuse
of media concentration. State controlled media should be transformed into
editorially independent public service organisations. Security and other
considerations should not  compromise freedom of expression, media freedom
and access to information."


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Tracey Naughton
WSIS Partnership Manager (Southern Africa)
Chair Civil Society Media Caucus
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Illovo  2196
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