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Roadmap

brewerj edited this page Jul 9, 2020 · 30 revisions

PWE Roadmap

Note: There are not yet dates or timelines on this project (but there are about to be...)

Goals:

  • System that functionally implementation of CEPC in existing and future W3C

Ombuds Program

Task Person Date
confirm current MIT (possibly other hosts) Ombuds - ensure that role is limited but not eliminated Judy/Ralph 2020 4Q
define interim W3C Ombuds role
define selection criteria for W3C ombuds PWE CG 2020 Q3
select new W3C Ombuds
identify W3C Legal Entity (LE) Ombuds needs
plan W3C LE Ombuds resourcing
plan W3C LE Ombuds selection

Investigation program: Ralph and Judy, 2020 Q4

On a limited basis, some complex issues may arise which need additional inquiry

  • Gather information on existing resources and when those may be called on
  • Gather information on existing advisory options when needed
  • Gather information on outsourcing options once LE commences
  • Ensure potential retainer costs built into LE professional specialties plan

CEPC Procedures

We need clear procedures for how Ombuds should handle potential violations of CEPC

Task Person Date
Gather procedures from other organizations, including principles Need PWE volunteer 2020 Q3
Draft updated procedures to match updated CEPC Need PWE volunteer 2020 Q4
Get legal review Spec Expts Counsel 2021 Q1
Get practical review Ombuds; poss others? 2021 Q1
Refine draft procedures per legal and practical review PWE CG 2021 Q2
Get W3M and AB review W3M and AB 2021 Q2
Get AC review AC 2021 Q2??
Update Proceeders and link (https://www.w3.org/Consortium/pwe/#Procedures)

Training

Task Person Date
Ensure that PWE CG itself is better cross-trained in DEI issues 2020 Q3
Build a resource library to support learning and discussion of CEPC issues, including belonging and discrimination 2020 Q3
Offer discussion opportunities at W3C events to discuss DEI issues and activities ongoing
Finalize and provide de-escalation training for W3C Chairs, TF Facilitators, staff, and W3C participants
Find or develop a training program for Ombuds on how to handle more sensitive and/or severe issues
Train Ombuds in proper application of CEPC Procedures
Ensure ongoing training, including availability of online learning and training resources
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