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Saatja: "secretariat.cdnet" <[email protected]> Teema: CDNET : Written procedure – Vote on referral to the Committee of Ministers regarding the admittance of INACH as CDNET observer/Procédure écrite - Vote sur la saisine du Comité des Ministres concernant l’admission d’INACH en tant qu’observateur du CDNET Kuupäev: 2026-04-28 10:30 Tähelepanu! Tegemist on välisvõrgust saabunud kirjaga. Tundmatu saatja korral palume linke ja faile mitte avada. (en français ci-dessous) Dear Members of the CDNET, We write further to the discussions held at the first CDNET Plenary meeting (15–17 April 2026) regarding the request for observer status submitted by the International Network Against Cyber Hate (INACH), and to invite you to participate in a written procedure to vote on whether this matter should be referred to the Committee of Ministers. At the meeting, the CDNET reviewed observer status requests in accordance with Resolution <https://search.coe.int/cm#{%22CoEIdentifier%22:[%220912594880252f39%22],% 22sort%22:[%22CoEValidationDate%20Descending%22]}> CM/Res(2021)3 and granted observer status to several civil society organisations. INACH was among the applicants and presented its request during the hearing convened for prospective civil society observers. INACH’s written request is attached for your reference. On 16 April 2026, a member State raised an objection to the granting of observer status to INACH. The item had initially been decided upon unanimously on 16 April 2026 and subsequently closed, but was reopened on 17 April 2026 following a motion to reconsider by another member State. The motion to reconsider was granted in line with Resolution CM/Res(2021)3 and the item was reopened for decision. In the absence of unanimity within the CDNET on the matter of INACH’s admittance as civil society observer of the CDNET, members are now invited to decide whether the matter should be referred to the Committee of Ministers, in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Resolution CM/Res(2021)3. Under these provisions, where unanimity is not reached, the matter may be referred to the Committee of Ministers at the request of two-thirds of the members of the committee concerned. In this context, the CDNET has decided during the Plenary meeting to initiate a written procedure on the matter. Members are now therefore invited to vote on the following question: Should the Committee request that the matter of granting observer status to INACH be referred to the Committee of Ministers? Please find attached the voting slip through which you may cast your vote. Please note that each member State is entitled to one vote. Deadline: 8 June 2026 Votes received after this deadline will not be taken into account. Votes should be returned by email to <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]. For the purposes of this written procedure, the following applies: * members may vote “for”, “against”, or “abstain”; * abstentions count towards the quorum but are not taken into account in the calculation of the outcome; * the required quorum is two-thirds of the members of the Committee; * the request for referral will be considered adopted only if it obtains a two-thirds majority of the votes cast (for or against); * members who do not reply within the deadline will be considered as not having voted. The outcome of the vote will be communicated to all members as soon as possible. Finally, the Secretariat would be grateful if you could acknowledge receipt of this e-mail by 8 May 2026. Should you have any question concerning the procedure, the Secretariat remains at your disposal. Kind regards, The CDNET Secretariat *** Chers Membres du CDNET, Suite aux discussions tenues lors de la première réunion plénière du CDNET (15-17 avril 2026) concernant la demande de statut d’observateur présentée par le Réseau international contre la cyberhaine (INACH), nous vous invitons à participer à une procédure écrite afin de voter sur l’opportunité de saisir le Comité des Ministres de cette question. Lors de cette réunion, le CDNET a examiné les demandes de statut d’observateur conformément à la résolution <https://search.coe.int/cm#{%22CoEIdentifier%22:[%220912594880252f4a%22],% 22sort%22:[%22CoEValidationDate%20Descending%22]}> CM/Res(2021)3 et a accordé ce statut à plusieurs organisations de la société civile. INACH figurait parmi les candidats et a présenté sa demande lors de l’audition organisée à l’intention des candidats observateurs de la société civile. La demande écrite d’INACH est jointe à titre d’information. Le 16 avril 2026, un État membre a soulevé une objection à l’octroi du statut d’observateur à INACH. La question avait initialement été tranchée à l’unanimité le 16 avril 2026, puis classée sans suite. Le point a été rouvert le 17 avril 2026 suite à une motion de réexamen présentée par un autre État membre. Cette motion a été acceptée conformément à la résolution CM/Res(2021)3 et le point a été réinscrit. En l'absence d'unanimité au sein du CDNET concernant l'admission d'INACH en tant qu'observateur de la société civile auprès du CDNET, les membres sont invités à voter sur l'opportunité de saisir le Comité des Ministres, conformément aux dispositions applicables de la résolution CM/Res(2021)3. En vertu de ces dispositions, en cas d’absence d’unanimité, la question peut être renvoyée au Comité des Ministres à la demande des deux tiers des membres du comité concerné. Dans ce contexte, le CDNET a décidé, lors de sa séance plénière, d'engager une procédure écrite sur ce sujet. Les membres sont donc invités à voter sur la question suivante : Le Comité doit-il demander que la question de l'octroi du statut d'observateur à INACH soit soumise au Comité des Ministres ? Veuillez trouver ci-joint le Bulletin de vote à utiliser pour exprimer votre vote. Date limite : 8 juin 2026 Les votes reçus après cette date limite ne seront pas pris en compte. Les votes doivent être renvoyés par courriel à <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]. Aux fins de la présente procédure écrite, les dispositions suivantes s'appliquent : * les membres peuvent voter « pour », « contre » ou « s'abstenir » ; * les abstentions sont comptabilisées pour le quorum, mais ne sont pas prises en compte dans le calcul du résultat ; * le quorum requis est les deux tiers des membres du Comité ; * la demande de renvoi ne sera considérée comme adoptée que si elle recueille la majorité des deux tiers des suffrages exprimés (pour ou contre) ; * les membres qui ne répondent pas dans les délais impartis seront considérés comme n'ayant pas voté. Le résultat du vote sera communiqué à tous les Membres dans les meilleurs délais. Enfin, le Secrétariat vous serait reconnaissant de bien vouloir accuser réception de ce courriel avant le 8 mai 2026. Veuillez noter que chaque État membre dispose d’une voix. Pour toute question relative à la procédure, le Secrétariat reste à votre disposition. Cordialement, Le Secrétariat du CDNET Council of Europe 528 Avenue de l’europe 67000 Strasbourg France INACH Nieuwezijdsvoorburgwal 296 1012 RT Amsterdam the Netherlands ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ Amsterdam, 28 January 2026 Dear Mr. Secretary General of the Council of Europe, The International Network Against Cyber Hate (INACH) would like to formally request for observer status to the Steering Committee for New and Emerging Digital Technologies. INACH is a leading EU and global network combating cyber hate through a holistic approach that integrates monitoring, advocacy, education, awareness-raising, international cooperation, and advanced technology. With 36 member organisations across 26 countries, INACH plays a key role in aligning online environments with human rights standards. We promote online respect, responsibility and citizenship through countering cyber hate, extremism, incitement to violence, and by raising awareness about online discrimination. We actively reinforce human rights and mutual respect for the rights and reputations of all internet users, securing a safer internet. INACH served as a core partner in EU monitoring exercises under the Code of Conduct on Countering Illegal Hate Speech, collecting and analysing thousands of cases since 2016 to assess platform responses and improve moderation practices. Alongside this, INACH strengthens cooperation between civil society, institutions, and tech companies, while running public campaigns, trainings, conferences, and webinars to build knowledge, resilience, and collective action against online hate. At the same time, INACH invests in innovative tools and infrastructures to address emerging digital threats. This includes the development of the Cyber Hate Neutralisation Hub, which leverages AI to map hate networks, detect bot-driven disinformation, and support early warning systems, as well as an international cyber hate database and complaints-handling system used by multiple organisations. Through its training programmes, data-driven research, and technological innovation, INACH not only responds to online hate but also anticipates its evolution, positioning itself as a central actor in shaping effective, sustainable responses to cyber hate in Europe and beyond. INACH’s activities are increasingly connected to AI both as a tool to combat online hate and as a subject of critical scrutiny. On the operational level, INACH uses AI-driven technologies to detect, analyse, and map online hate speech, disinformation, and coordinated harmful behaviour. This includes algorithmic classifiers, automated monitoring systems, and data analytics that help identify patterns, track narratives, assess platform responses, and support early warning mechanisms. Initiatives such as the Cyber Hate Neutralisation Hub illustrate how INACH leverages machine learning to strengthen monitoring, reporting, and counter-speech capacities. INACH also addresses emerging AI-driven phenomena such as synthetic propaganda, generative content, and AI-produced media, including deepfakes, bot-driven campaigns, and AI-generated music or videos that promote hateful narratives. These developments blur the line between authentic user expression and automated manipulation, increasing the scale, speed, and emotional impact of harmful content. Through research, monitoring, and policy engagement, INACH analyses how such technologies are used to normalise hate, spread conspiracy theories, and influence public debate. At the same time, INACH engages with AI from a governance and policy perspective. The network analyses how platform algorithms and AI-driven recommender systems can amplify hate, polarisation, and disinformation, and advocates for stronger accountability, transparency, and human rights safeguards in AI systems under frameworks such as the DSA and the AI Act. Through research, advocacy, cooperation with tech companies and policymakers, and capacity-building for civil society, INACH bridges the gap between technological innovation and human rights, ensuring that AI is used responsibly in the fight against online hate rather than becoming a driver of it. We would be grateful for your consideration of this request and remain at your disposal for any further information. Sincerely, Tamas Berecz Director right -209550 0 0 T-MED (2025) 08 CDNET [Date] VOTING SLIP / BULLETIN DE VOTE Question: Should the Committee request that the matter of granting observer status to the International Network Against Cyber Hate (INACH) be referred to the Committee of Ministers? Le Comité doit-il demander que la question de l’octroi du statut d’observateur à le réseau international contre la cyber-haine (INACH) soit renvoyée au Comité des Ministres ? Note: When casting your vote, please mark only ONE box with a cross [X] Note : Lors de votre vote, veuillez cocher UNE seule case avec une croix [X]. YES / OUI NO / NON ABSTAIN / ABSTENTION