Roadmap

PWE Roadmap

Note: There are not yet dates or timelines on this project.

Goals:

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

Ombuds Program

• confirm current MIT (possibly other hosts) Ombuds - ensure that role is limited but not eliminated
• define interim W3C Ombuds role
• reconsider W3C Ombuds contacts
• identify W3C Legal Entity (LE) Ombuds needs
• plan W3C LE Ombuds resourcing
• plan W3C LE Ombuds selection

Investigation program

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

CEPC Procedures

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

• Gather procedures from other organizations, including principles
• Draft updated procedures
• Get legal and practical review
• Ultimately update (Procedures)[https://www.w3.org/Consortium/pwe/#Procedures]

Training

• Finalizing and providing de-escalation training for W3C Chairs, TF Facilitators, staff, and W3C participants
• Training Ombuds how to handle more sensitive issues
• Training Ombuds in proper application of CEPC Procedures
• Ongoing training