Following on from the list discussion pre-RIPE 88, the discussion at the meeting, and the subsequent refining of the proposed charter and further discussion, the WG Co-Chairs, after discussion with the RIPE Chair Team, are declaring consensus on the re-chartering and re-naming of the WG.

The charter is as posted to the group on the 29th of July by Markus:

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The Security Working Group is committed to fostering collaboration,

sharing best practices, and addressing security challenges within the

RIPE community. The primary objective of the WG is to enhance the

security, resilience, and stability of the Internet infrastructure

within our region. Tackling abuse of Internet infrastructure and

resources is a core goal of the WG, as well as:

- Collaborating with stakeholders to develop and advocate for best

practices, guidelines, and standards for securing Internet resources

- Facilitating information sharing and cooperation among relevant entities

- Providing education, training, and outreach initiatives to raise

awareness of security issues and promote best practices adoption

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and we are confirming that the new name of the WG will be the RIPE Security Working Group.

Our first hybrid meeting will be at RIPE 89 in Prague and, between then and now we'll sort out the logistics of the change including mailing lists, websites, fancy logos, branded merchandise etc. etc. There will be further communications on this, of course, but the current plan is to migrate this list, in the whole part, to the new WG, meaning no action would be required on the part of the subscribers. More on that as we have it.

I'd like to thank my fellow Co-Chairs, the RIPE Chair Team, the NCC and, of course, the wonderful WG members, for all your help with this discussion, decision & process.

Thank you,

Brian

Co-Chair RIPE <s>Anti-Abuse</s> Security Working Group