Dear Tijani, 

I salute your bold decision for allowing the younger and newer generations you have groomed to take up from where you left your legacy in standing ovation. 
I personally have benefited from your engagements and outreach. More recently, I remember our last AFRALO outreach together in Kampala during the AIS. 

I wish you all the best in your future endeavors. 

Caleb Ogundele

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On Thu, Apr 30, 2020, 4:38 PM Dave Kissoondoyal <dave@igf-mu.org> wrote:

Dear Tijani,

I am one of those who have tried to convince you to run for another term. However after mere reflection, I think that you are wise in your decision. I would say that I really admire you for having taken such a sage decision. I have retained the following from your statement below: "I think it’s wise to step down, even if it is for a moment". I sincerely hope to see you again taking responsibilities at the AFRALO, ALAC and ICANN level. You have been the biggest asset for AFRALO and AFRICA and whatever we have achieved you have a big contribution on it.

Knowing you personally, I am sure you will still be around, though not taking any responsibilities but advising us when we need you or to redirect us when we go off tract.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart Tijani. There are not many who dare take decisions that you have taken. For this, you have my salute.

Fatimata has proposed Alex Corentin for the position of ALAC. I have known Alex for many years and it would be a great pleasure for me to second this nomination. The advantage in Africa is that the bondage of friendship and brotherhood links us and when we are confident that any friend or brother can do the job, we do not hesitate to support it.

Thanks and kind regards

Dave Kissoondoyal


On 30/04/2020 17:05, Tijani BEN JEMAA wrote:

Dear all,

I would like to thank Gabdibé for nominating me for another term as ALAC member appointed by AFRALO. I Also thank Michel and Dave for their support to the nomination. I’m proud of your trust.

Nevertheless, I would like to let you know that I decided not to contest the position letting others do. I have been there for a while, and it is wise to permit to the other members to enter the ALAC as AFRALO representative.

I came to AFRALO in 2008, and I tried my best to raise the image and the credibility of AFRALO by several initiatives such as organizing an ALS showcase every time the ICANN meeting is held on an African land, a face to face capacity building for the African ALS representatives, the AFRALO-AfrICANN joint meeting where we debate an ICANN hot topic and come up with a statement representing the consensus opinion of all Africans participating in the ICANN meeting, as well as the local community engagement that permitted us to bring local community members of the country (or sub-region) where the ICANN meeting is held into the ICANN meeting and engage them (Durban, Marrakech 2016, Johannesburg and Marrakech 2019), etc.

This has been achieved with your confidence and your engagement, and also because we had at that time engaged and collaborative people at the AFRALO leadership. Of course, I can’t forget to mention the encouragement and the help of the ALAC Chair at that time, and the support of some of the Board members

The image of AFRALO jumped very high and our RALO was and still is the only RALO who discuss policy issues and provide their opinion thereupon. It is the first to do showcases, capacity building, local community engagement, etc. All the other RALOs followed.

All this wouldn’t be possible without our unity, without the engagement of all who can dedicate time and energy, and without the trust and encouragement of those who can’t because of their heavy duties elsewhere. United, we did all this and we are at the top of our visibility and credibility.

I do thank you very much for all you gave to AFRALO and AFRICA. Thank you for staying united despite several attempts to divide our community. AFRALO is strong because we all think of the benefit of AFRALO, not our own interest. Please keep it like this.

Finally, I’m sorry to decline the nomination, and I would like to thank all those who reach out to me privately asking me to accept the nomination. I do understand your rational, but I think it’s wise to step down, even if it is for a moment. I let AFRALO in good hands, and I’m sure the current and upcoming leaders will continue the job and even raise the bar higher. Of course, I will be around, attending the AFRALO calls and participating in working groups. Anything you need, please don’t hesitate to contact me, and I will help as much as I can.

Good luck to all candidates.

    

Le 30 avr. 2020 à 13:26, Fatimata Seye Sylla <fsylla@gmail.com> a écrit :

Hello All,

I would like to nominate Alex Corenthin for the position of ALAC member representing AFRALO. 

Alex is the founding member and first President of ISOC Senegal, Member of the National Digital Council of Senegal.  He has notably contributed to reflect, at national and international levels, on the issues and development of the digital ecosystem.

 

He participated and organized several meetings of ICANN and ISOC in Senegal and in other countries. He is a member of the African community of ICANN (africann) and participated in the development and follow-up of the African strategy

 

Alex is a lecturer and researcher at Cheikh Anta Diop University of Senegal and is currently a Senior Lecturer in the Computer Engineering Department of the École Polytechnique.

I second Hadia's nomination as AFRALO delegate to the NomCom and Abdeldjalil Bachar Bong for the position of AFRALO Secretary .

Stay safe and healthy!
Fatimata 

Le mar. 28 avr. 2020 à 21:07, Dave Kissoondoyal <dave@igf-mu.org> a écrit :

Dear All,

I would also like to second the nomination of Abdeldjalil Bachar Bong for the position of AFRALO Secretary and Tijani Ben Jamaa for the representative of AFRALO to the ALAC.

I would also like to second the nomination of Hadia Elminiawi as AFRALO delegate to the Nomcom

Kind regards

Dave Kissoondoyal



On 28/04/2020 21:21, Capda Capda wrote:
Hi AFRALO members and staff,

I second Abdeldjalil Bachar Bong for the position of AFRALO secretary and Tijani Ben Jamaa for ALAC RALO nomination. They have always shown their dedication and competence in the service of our community

Best Regards,

Le mar. 28 avr. 2020 à 17:55, Gabdibé GAB-HINGONNE <gabdibegabhingonne@gmail.com> a écrit :
Bonsoir à tous,

Je souhaite nominer Abdeldjalil Bachar Bong, le Président de HOUSE OF AFRICA pour le Poste de Secrétaire d'AFRALO , il va apporter des nouvelles énergies pour booster notre RALO .

 Je souhaite nominer aussi Monsieur Monsieur Tijani Ben Jamaa pour un autre mandant au niveau de membre de ALAC/AFRALO 

ENGLISH version 

Dear All,

I would like to nominate Abdeldjalil Bachar Bong for AFRALO Secretariat position .
And Tijani Ben Jamaa for ALAC RALO MEMBER .

THANKS
Best regards 
Gabdibé

Le lun. 27 avr. 2020 22:32, ICANN At-Large Staff <staff@atlarge.icann.org> a écrit :

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Dear All,

On behalf of Maureen Hilyard, Chair of the ALAC, we would like to announce that the 2020 call for nominations is now open for positions to be filled as ALAC Members, RALO Leaders and ALAC Delegates to the NomCom. 
 
Positions Open:
 
Please refer to the 2020 ALAC and RALO Elections, Selections and Appointments Workspace for a comprehensive list of all available positions and whether current holders of the positions are eligible for re-selection. 
 
Terms:

·       ALAC: Terms for the ALAC will run from the end of the 2020 Annual General Meeting (AGM) to the end of the 2022 AGM.

·       RALO Leadership: Terms for the RALO Leadership will be as noted on the individual RALO election pages. All terms will start at the end of the 2020 AGM.

·       ALAC Delegates to the NomCom: Voting members of the NomCom are appointed for a one year term, starting at the close of the 2020AGM and ending at the close of the 2021 AGM and may be re-appointed for a further term of one year subject to the requirement under the ICANN Bylaws. Each RALO may make one or more recommendations for the consideration of the ALAC. The criteria for NomCom Delegates are shown at the end of this message.

 

Selection Schedule for ALAC Members, RALO Leadership, and ALAC Delegates to the NomCom:

 
  • 27 April 2020 -  Announcement of call for nominations and Nominee's Statement.
  • 27 April – 8 May 2020 - Nomination period. 
  • 15 May 2020 - Deadline for nomination acceptances. 
  • 18 May – 22 May  2020- Calls with the candidates if desired by the RALOs.
  • 22 May – 29 May 2020 - Elections (If required, elections will begin no later than one week after the deadline for nomination acceptances and end no later than two weeks after that deadline).
  • 2020 AGM [ICANN 69] - Newly elected ALAC Members and RALOs Leaders shall be seated at the end of the 2020 AGM following the close of the Board Meeting on 22 October 2020.

 

Process for Nominations: 
All nominees are expected to submit a brief statement explaining why they believe they are a suitable candidate to At-Large staff.  All nominees must also complete or update their Statement of Interest (see: At-Large New SOIs Workspace).


Nominations, including self-nominations, must be made directly to their RALO’s mailing list, as well as posted the 2020 ALAC and RALO Elections, Selections and Appointments Workspace or by sending a note to At-Large staff. 
 

Criteria for NomCom Delegates:
The NomCom is responsible for selecting members of the ICANN Board, ALAC, ccNSO and GNSO. This is a very important function and all candidates should meet important criteria.

  • Familiarity with the ICANN groups to which the NomCom appoints (Board, ALAC, GNSO, ccNSO).
  • Ability to judge people (such as when interviewing and hiring).
  • Comfortable and preferably fluent with English (listening, reading, speaking).
  • Good on-line skills such as on Google & Social media.
  • Time Commitment - Must be willing to devote substantial time under tight deadlines (March-June). Will involve travel to up to 4 meetings.
  • Ability work in a group environment, standing up for what you believe in a discussion with other "strong" people, but at the same time, must be a good listener and be willing to change your mind if someone else has a good argument. Diplomacy is important.
 

Regards,

At-Large Support Staff

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Chers Tous,


Au nom de Maureen Hilyard, présidente de l'ALAC, l’appel à candidatures 2020 pour les Membres de l’ALAC, des dirigeants des RALO, et délégués de l’ALAC au NomCom pour AFRALO, APRALO et EURALO, est à présent ouvert.

  

Positions ouvertes :

Merci de vous référer au 2020 ALAC and RALO Elections, Selections and Appointments Workspace pour une liste complète de tous les postes disponibles et si les titulaires actuels des postes sont éligibles pour un nouveau mandate.

 

Durée des mandats:

  • Membres de l’ALAC : Les mandats pour les membres de l’ALAC commencent à la fin de l’AGA 2020 et se poursuivront jusqu’à la fin de l’AGA 2022.
  • Dirigeants des RALO : Les mandats des dirigeants des RALO seront indiqués sur les différentes pages d'élection des RALO. Tous les mandats commencent à la fin de l'AGA 2020.
  • Délégués de l’ALAC au NomCom: Les membres votants du NomCom sont nommés pour un mandat d’un an, à partir de l’AGA 2020 et se terminant à la fin de l’AGA de 2021 et peuvent être réélus pour un nouveau mandat d'un an sous réserve des exigences en vertu des statuts de l'ICANN.  Chaque RALO peut faire une ou plusieurs recommandations à l’attention de l’ALAC. Les critères pour les délégués NomCom sont indiqués à la fin de ce message.

Calendrier de la  sélection pour les dirigeants des RALO, les Membres de l'ALAC et les délégués de l’ALAC au NomCom:

·       27 avril 2020 - Annonce de l’appel à candidatures et la déclaration du candidat

·       27 avril au 8 mai 2020 - Période de nomination

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