Report prepared for the Experts Meeting Towards the Implementation of a Global Invasive Species
Information Network (GISIN), 6-8 April, 2004. Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
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8/30/2004
Distribution (native and non-native), via maps and/or gazetteer place names
Fact sheet/species profile information on ecology, life cycle, invasive impact/threat, etc.
Control/management information
Expertise of individuals and organizations
Bibliographic information
Desirable criteria for the creation of GISIN nodes:
Advances technical objectives
Advances creation of the network (e.g., how much data is potentially added)
Adds regional value
Addresses transnational issues and resources
Is achievable, realistic, and measurable
Is scalable (adjustable in size; can be expanded)
Can attract funding
Supports interdisciplinary approaches
Involves multiple institutions (local, indigenous communities, NGOs, et al.)
Links to other efforts
Advances education or public awareness
OBJECTIVES
Complete initial directories of information that will be shared from member databases to the
GISIN
Begin the integration of content across the member databases and roll-out the GISIN
demonstration system.
ACTIVITIES
As soon as the Technical Working Group on Pilots is formally established, it should set three
processing in motion:
1.
complete the development of criteria for defining the GISIN information types to be shared;
2.
begin to develop content priorities and set up specific database groups from those realms or
taxa which have member interests and commitment;
3.
assess the status of the database integration achieved, during electronic meetings (but
opportunities for face-to-face meetings should be created as resources are available.)
A resource directory of all the key people and institutions should also be developed to facilitate
cooperation and as a tool to identify where to get assistance on particular issues. The initial set
of GISIN resource directories based on participants in the April meeting plus those participating
in the e-discussion will be available by the beginning of May. The directories will need regular
updating and upgrading as the other parts of the GISIN evolve. A major upgrade of directories
should be done in mid-2005.
4.0 PHASES FOR GISIN DEVELOPMENT
Chronological overview of the future of the GISIN, organized by topic
Governance and membership
Election of Executive Committee/First Meeting
Selection of Interim GISIN Hub
Approve criteria for membership in the GISIN
Annual review of GISIN progress
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