August 2013 - ALAC-Announce

Internet Governance Expert to Advise ICANN on Global Strategy
by At-Large Staff Aug. 28, 2013

Aug. 28, 2013

> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE > > August 28, 2013 > > > > Internet Governance Expert to Advise ICANN on Global Strategy > > > > Los Angeles, California Theresa Swinehart, a leading expert on international > Internet governance and policy and a major force in ICANN¹s historical > evolution, has been named Senior Advisor to the President on Global Strategy. > > Most recently, Swinehart served as the Executive Director of Global Internet > Policy for Verizon Communications, where she specialized in emerging issues > and stakeholder and policy leader engagement. > > ³As ICANN expands its global presence, it is critical that we bring on board > someone who is capable of uniting the international community in pursuit of > strategic matters.² said Fadi Chehadé, President and CEO. ³Theresa played an > important role in ICANN's history and her institutional knowledge of the past > will serve us well as we look to the future.² > > Swinehart previously served as ICANN¹s Vice President of Global and Strategic > Partnerships, leading an international team dedicated to expanding the > organization¹s outreach around the world. She was instrumental in the > development of ICANN, and represented the organization¹s global presence in > front of a wide and ranging audience, from technical organizations to the > business community and beyond. > > In her new role Swinehart will oversee a strategy team that has overarching > responsibility for a range of strategic initiatives including ICANN¹s recently > announced Strategy Panels > <http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-15jul13-en.htm> , and > the organization¹s five-year strategic plan. > > ³As global Internet usage grows, all the issues surrounding ICANN¹s strategy > and role become all the more important,² said Swinehart. ³I'm excited about > helping ICANN form a future vision consistent with its mission and the needs > of the global community.² > > Swinehart assumes her new position on September 16. > > She obtained her law degree from American University¹s Washington College of > Law. Swinehart also holds a postgraduate degree in International Studies from > the University of Vienna and a bachelor¹s degree in International Relations > from the University of California, Davis. > > ### > > To download a high-resolution photo of Theresa Swinehart, go here: > http://www.flickr.com/photos/icann/9613166180. > > > > MEDIA CONTACTS: Brad White > > ICANN Director of Global Media Affairs > > Washington, D.C. > > Tel. +1 (202) 570 7118 > > brad.white(a)icann.org > > > > Andrew Robertson > > Edelman Public Relations > > London, U.K. > > Tel. +44 (7811) 341 945 > > andrew.robertson(a)edelman.com > > > > James Cole > > ICANN Global Media Coordinator > > Washington, D.C. > > Tel. +1 (202) 570 7139 > > james.cole(a)icann.org > > > > About ICANN: ICANN¹s mission is to ensure a stable, secure and unified global > Internet. To reach another person on the Internet you have to type an address > into your computer - a name or a number. That address has to be unique so > computers know where to find each other. ICANN coordinates these unique > identifiers across the world. Without that coordination we wouldn't have one > global Internet. ICANN was formed in 1998. It is a not-for-profit > public-benefit corporation with participants from all over the world dedicated > to keeping the Internet secure, stable and interoperable. It promotes > competition and develops policy on the Internet¹s unique identifiers. ICANN > doesn¹t control content on the Internet. It cannot stop spam and it doesn¹t > deal with access to the Internet. But through its coordination role of the > Internet¹s naming system, it does have an important impact on the expansion > and evolution of the Internet. For more information please visit: > www.icann.org <http://www.icann.org> . > > > If you would rather not receive future communications from ICANN, let us know > by clicking here. > <http://ICANN.pr-optout.com/OptOut.aspx?523509x19831x95837x1x3785396x24000x6… > mail=david.olive%40icann.org> > ICANN, 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 United > States

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CALL FOR COMMENTS: ALAC Statement on the Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 27, 2013

Aug. 27, 2013

Dear All, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Chair of the ALAC, has asked that a call for comments be made on the draft "ALAC Statement on the Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model<https://community.icann.org/x/Xz5-Ag>" in preparation for the start of the ALAC ratification process. The current draft, as well as additional information on the topic, can be found on the At-Large Explore the Draft Next Generation gTLD Directory Services Model Workspace<https://community.icann.org/x/Xz5-Ag>. Please submit any comments on the workspace using the comments function by 30-August-2013 20:00 UTC. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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ICANN News Alert -- Adopted FY14 Operating Plan and Budget
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 27, 2013

Aug. 27, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-27aug13-en.htm ________________________________ Adopted FY14 Operating Plan and Budget 27 August 2013 On 22 August 2013, the ICANN Board approved the FY14 Operating Plan and Budget<http://www.icann.org/en/about/financials/adopted-opplan-budget-fy14-22aug13…> [PDF, 1.05 MB]. This document describes the planned core operations and project activities, aligned with the required funding, for the 2014 fiscal year. These funded project activities are based on ICANN's strategic priorities as documented in the adopted three year 2013-2015 Strategic Plan, and include input taken from comments and feedback received from the community on the draft Operating Plan and Budget posted on 10 May 2013. Within the adopted Budget are the FY14 Special Budget Requests [PDF<http://www.icann.org/en/about/financials/budget-requests-fy14-22aug13-en.pdf>, 238 KB] [XLSX<http://www.icann.org/en/about/financials/budget-requests-spreadsheet-fy14-2…>, 38 KB] from the Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, and Stakeholder Groups. Those additional requests will be implemented in conjunction with the appropriate ICANN staff work. Throughout the year, up to date financial information can be found on the ICANN Financial Information webpage<https://community.icann.org/display/projfinadhocws/Community+Group+Workspace>. This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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VOTE RESULTS: ALAC Statement on the Proposal to Mitigate Name Collision Risks
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 27, 2013

Aug. 27, 2013

Dear All, With 14 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted on the "ALAC Statement on the Proposal to Mitigate Name Collision Risks<https://community.icann.org/x/TVZ-Ag>" we can confirm that the result is quorate. ***** Question: Do you support the ratification of the "ALAC Statement on the Proposal to Mitigate Name Collision Risks<https://community.icann.org/x/TVZ-Ag>" for communication to the relevant parties? ***** We can confirm that the following members did not participate in this vote: Titi Akinsanmi We can confirm that the following members abstained in this vote. For those that have abstained, would you like to provide an explanation of why you abstained? n/a You may review the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=3328kmcHSE5UbULmpXGLU8AZ Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>a

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Time correction - Call Schedule / GNSO WG & At-Large
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 27, 2013

Aug. 27, 2013

Dear All, Further to the Action Item noted during the ALAC Policy Discussion II meeting in Beijing, held on Tuesday 9 April 2013 - ACTION ITEM: Staff to send list of weekly At-Large and At-Large members on GNSO WG meetings on Monday to ALAC-Announce - please find hereafter the At-Large and GNSO calls scheduled this week. We have included the At-Large calls to allow for easy reference. We will update this list as and when calls are added. Monday 26 - Bank Holiday UK 1500 UTC – TTF 1500 UTC – IRTP D Tuesday 27 0500 UTC – APRALO Monthly 1400 UTC – ALAC Monthly 1400 UTC – THICK WHOIS WG Wednesday 28 1600 UTC – IGO INGO PDP WG Thursday 29 1300 UTC – ALAC ExCom Monthly 1500 UTC – Translation and Transliteration Thank you. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org><mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> One World, One Internet _______________________________________________ ALAC-Announce mailing list ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org<mailto:ALAC-Announce@atlarge-lists.icann.org> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac-announce At-Large Official Site: http://www.atlarge.icann.org<http://www.atlarge.icann.org/>

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ICANN News Alert -- DNS Risk Management Framework Report
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 26, 2013

Aug. 26, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> News Alert http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-23aug13-en.htm ________________________________ DNS Risk Management Framework Report 23 August 2013 Forum Announcement: Public comment has been opened on the DNS Risk Management Framework Report Date: 23 August 2013 Categories/Tags: * DNS * Security/Stability Purpose (Brief): The Board-level DNS Risk Management Framework Working Group (DNS RMF WG) has received a final report from Westlake Governance following the ICANN Durban meeting. The Working Group is initiating a public comment cycle on the DNS Risk Management Framework report prior to sending the Framework to the ICANN Board and staff for implementation. Public comments are welcomed on the document and proposed approach to risk management for the areas described in the report. Public Comment Box Link: http://www.icann.org/en/news/public-comment/dns-rmf-final-23aug13-en.htm This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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VOTE RESULT (182) ISOC NEPAL
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 26, 2013

Aug. 26, 2013

Dear All, With 12 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted in the recent vote on the ALS application from ISOC NEPAL) we can confirm that the result is quorate. Question: Should the regional advice from APRALO for ALS Applicant (182) ISOC NEPAL be accepted? The regional advice was to accept the application. ALS Applicant (182) ISOC NEPAL As at Poll close: Friday 23 August 2013 23:59 UTC Number of voters: 12 * Group size: 15 * Percentage voted: 80.00 Ranked by votes Rank Candidate Votes % 1 Yes 12 100.00 2 No 0 0.00 2 Abstain 0 0.00 You may verify the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=3318KmV9sF4qQGivuXfV8Iej We can confirm that the following ALAC members did not participate in the balloting: Titi Akinsamni Sandra Hoferichter Jean-Jacques Subrenat You can find all the results of closed ALAC votes under: https://www.bigpulse.com/m7097 -- Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> _______________________________________________ ALAC-Announce mailing list ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org<mailto:ALAC-Announce@atlarge-lists.icann.org> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac-announce At-Large Official Site: http://www.atlarge.icann.org

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VOTE RESULT (181) South Pacific Computer Society
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 26, 2013

Aug. 26, 2013

Dear All, With 12 out of 15 ALAC Members having voted in the recent vote on the ALS application from the South Pacific Computer Society (SPaCS) we can confirm that the result is quorate. Question: Should the regional advice from APRALO for ALS Applicant (181) South Pacific Computer Society (SPaCS) be accepted? The regional advice was to accept the application. ALS Applicant (181) South Pacific Computer Society (SPaCS) As at Poll close: Friday 16th August 2013 23:59 UTC Number of voters: 12 * Group size: 15 * Percentage voted: 80.00 Ranked by votes Rank Candidate Votes % 1 Yes 12 100.00 2 No 0 0.00 2 Abstain 0 0.00 You may verify the results independently under: http://www.bigpulse.com/pollresults?code=33176Ifuc7fQsyiP6Uh7eJ2E We can confirm that the following ALAC members did not participate in the balloting: Ttit Akinsamni Jean-Jacques Subrenat Sandra Hoferichter You can find all the results of closed ALAC votes under: https://www.bigpulse.com/m7097 Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> ALAC-Announce mailing list ALAC-Announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org<mailto:ALAC-Announce@atlarge-lists.icann.org> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/alac-announce At-Large Official Site: http://www.atlarge.icann.org

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CALL FOR COMMENTS: ALAC Statement on the Protection Mechanism (RPM) Requirements
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 26, 2013

Aug. 26, 2013

Dear All, Olivier Crépin-Leblond, Chair of the ALAC, has asked that a call for comments be made on the draft "ALAC Statement on the Protection Mechanism (RPM) Requirements<https://community.icann.org/x/11Z-Ag>" in preparation for the start of the ALAC ratification process. The current draft, as well as additional information on the Public Comment, can be found on the At-Large Rights Protection Mechanism (RPM) Requirements Workspace<https://community.icann.org/x/11Z-Ag>. Please submit any comments on the workspace using the comments function by 02-September-2013 23:59 UTC. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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ICANN Newsletter -- 23 August 2013
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 26, 2013

Aug. 26, 2013

[http://www.icann.org/images/gradlogo_bow.jpg]<http://www.icann.org/> ICANN Weekly Newsletter News from the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers http://www.icann.org/ Week ending 23 August 2013 ________________________________ Announcements This Week DNS Risk Management Framework Report<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-23aug13-en.htm> The Working Group is initiating a public comment cycle on the DNS Risk Management Framework report prior to sending the Framework to the ICANN Board and staff for implementation. 23 August 2013 DNS Security, Stability, and Resiliency Update Added to APWG eCrime 2013 Agenda<http://www.icann.org/en/news/announcements/announcement-22aug13-en.htm> The Antiphishing Working Group (APWG) will host its 10th anniversary meeting 16-19 September in San Francisco. The working agenda for eCrime 2013 continues a trend of focusing greater attention on abuses or misuses of DNS and registration services. 22 August 2013 ________________________________ Upcoming Events [http://buenosaires48.icann.org/files/meeting_bp_logo.png]<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> 17-21 November 2013: 48th International Public ICANN Meeting - Buenos Aires<http://buenosaires48.icann.org/> About ICANN ICANN Bylaws<http://www.icann.org/en/general/bylaws.htm> Our bylaws are very important to us. They capture our mission of security, stability and accessibility, and compel the organization to be open and transparent. Learn more at www.ICANN.org<http://www.icann.org/>. Strategic Plan, 2012 - 2015<http://www.icann.org/en/planning/> Adopted FY13 Operating Plan and Budget<http://www.icann.org/en/financials/budget-opplan.htm> This message was sent to matt.ashtiani(a)icann.org<mailto:matt.ashtiani@icann.org> from: ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive Suite 300 | Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Email Marketing by [http://app.icontact.com/images/icontact_tryFree.gif] <http://www.icontact.com/a.pl/144186> Manage Your Subscription <http://app.icontact.com/icp/mmail-mprofile.pl?r=24564788&l=6333&s=BCA3&m=91…>

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