February 2024 - ALAC-Announce

ICANN Community Digest - NEW: Executive Team Update
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 26, 2024

Feb. 26, 2024

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=335e82e3-c4ca-4ca0-bc57-d1db71e6d021&a=112202…] Monday, 26 February 2024 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN79 · Status Update: New gTLD Program: Next Round · ICANN79 GAC ‘Open Mic’ Session · ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report · ICANN79 Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Zoom Backgrounds · NEW: Engagement Booth Outreach Information Sharing · NEW: Executive Team Update · NEW: Phase 2 Officially Opens: Expansion of ICANN Managed Root Server Singles in Africa · Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review Action Item · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 Webinars · ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar Public Comment · Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · String Similarity Review Guidelines ICANN79 ICANN79 Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Zoom Backgrounds [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> New gTLD Program Status Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> GAC Open Mic Session [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> PRSP Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> GNSO Policy Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> NEW: Engagement Booth Outreach You are welcome to come and do outreach at the ICANN Engagement booth @ICANN79. The ICANN Engagement booth is in place for Newcomers, ICANN org and the ICANN community to engage in discussions. It is supported by volunteers from the community, including members of ICANN’s Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. We would like to offer 1-hour slots during the ICANN79 meeting week. Sign up here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Information Sharing NEW: Executive Team Update David Olive, Sr. Vice President, Policy Development & Support, will retire at the end of May. His contributions and impact on ICANN have been immeasurable. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> NEW: Phase 2 Officially Opens: Expansion of ICANN Managed Root Server Singles in Africa In collaboration with the Association of African Universities, we invite Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible organizations interested in hosting an Africa-based IMRS single server instance. This collaboration aims to broaden the initiative's reach and effectiveness in raising awareness throughout the continent. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review ICANN org is initiating consultation with the community to seek input on the timing of the Fourth Accountability and Transparency Review (ATRT4) and whether there is a need for a deferral of the ATRT4 for a limited time. A consultation approach is being used because it will allow for a targeted conversation with the SO/AC Chairs and their constituencies. While ATRT4 is of general interest to the entire ICANN community, it is important for the Board and org to understand whether the SO/ACs would be available to come together to populate, perform and deliver the recommendations within the ATRT4 while carrying out their other work. Members of the ICANN org Review Support and Accountability team are available to meet with interested community groups during ICANN79 or after to address questions about ATRT4 Timing and other Review Topics. To schedule a meeting to discuss, please contact: rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org<mailto:rsa-coordinators@icann.org> Community consultation and engagement activities leading up to and during ICANN79 include: - ICANN79 Prep Week Webinar (Thursday, 22 February) - ICANN79 Community Session on ATRT4 Deferral and Pilot Holistic Review (Tuesday, 5 March) - ICANN79 briefings (at the request of your community group) Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 The application window for the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) 2024 will open on Monday, 26 February 2024 00:00 KST (UTC+9). Deadline: Sunday, 24 March 2024 23:59 KST (UTC+9) Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Webinars ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar "ICANN for Beginners: Policy and Advice Development," will introduce newcomers to policy and advice development at ICANN. Register for the one that suits you best: 3 April 2024 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> 4 April 2024 at 6:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Public Comment Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 01 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 19 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 String Similarity Review Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 07 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 27 March 2024 Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 02 April 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…>. Volume 6, Issue 16 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 29 February 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…>

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IMPORTANT Sessions / ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 21, 2024

Feb. 21, 2024

Dear All, Please see hereafter day 2 of ICANN79 PREP week sessions: Sessions will be conducted in English and will feature remote simultaneous interpretation in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Portuguese, and Spanish. To attend any of the sessions, please register<https://events.icann.org/icann79/registration> for ICANN79. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation with additional event details. Please visit the ICANN79 website<https://icann79.sched.com/> to view the Prep Week schedule details. Remote participation links will be posted 24 hours before the start time of each session. Session materials and recordings will be posted on the site as they become available. NOTE – 16h30 UTC - ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community Session is a *NEW* format with breakout rooms Session Details This 60-minute engagement session will include three breakout rooms hosted by different Board members, each covering a different topic. Following a brief welcome plenary, community members will be asked to join one of the three breakout rooms for a 40-minute discussion with the Board hosts for that topic. Attendees will be able to move freely between the three breakout rooms. The session will conclude with all attendees coming together to hear each Board host’s summary of the discussions in their respective breakout rooms. Topic 1: Led by Maarten Botterman and Chris Buckridge. Description: Within this breakout room, the Board will solicit input from participants on the current development of the FY26-30 ICANN Strategic Plan, including sharing the primary themes identified from the input received via the environmental scan sessions. Topic 2: The Board’s Role & Responsibilities when Board-Adopted Policies Do Not Address the Problems They Were Developed to Solve• Led by Becky Burr and Alan Barrett• Format of the engagement: discussion and input• Description: In this breakout room, the Board hosts will invite community feedback on how to handle situations where it becomes clear that community-developed gTLD policies adopted by the Board are superseded by subsequent events or are otherwise not able to, or can no longer, resolve the problems they were designed to address. There is currently no Bylaw or process for such a circumstance, other than the Board requesting that the community initiate another full policy development process. As the Board continues to engage with the GNSO on this topic, the community is invited to brainstorm possible solutions. Topic 3: Environmental Sustainability at ICANN• Led by Sally Costerton and León Sanchez• Format of the engagement: discussion and soliciting input• Description: In this breakout room, the Board hosts will solicit community input on how to best advance ICANN’s environmental sustainability efforts, in line with FY24 CEO Goal 8. Drawing on the expertise of the community will help shape the dialogue for more sustainable planning for ICANN meetings and operations. Date Time in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) ICANN79 Prep Week Session Wednesday, 21 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Internationalized Domain Name (IDN) Updates 16:30 – 17:30 UTC ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community 18:00 – 19:30 UTC New gTLD Program: Next Round Implementation Status Update 20:30 – 21:30 UTC What to Expect During ICANN79: A Guide for Newcomers Thursday, 22 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Policy and Advice Update 16:30 – 17:30 UTC Registrant Program Update 18:00 – 19:30 UTC Implementation of Specific Reviews, Work Stream 2 Recommendations, and ICANN Reviews Updates 20:30 – 21:30 UTC GNSO New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Policy Development Process: Supplemental Recommendations Community Update Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…> [signature_1469161298]

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ICAN Community Digest | NEW: Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 19, 2024

Feb. 19, 2024

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=1b7d9f1c-21ad-4b8a-834b-03eb12ee05bf&a=112202…] Monday, 19 February 2024 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN79 · Join the Board for a Special ICANN79 Prep Week Session · ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report · ICANN79 Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Zoom Backgrounds Information Sharing · NEW: Middle East DNS Forum 2024: Shaping the Future of Digital Infrastructure · NEW: Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review Action Items · FRIDAY🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · String Similarity Review Guidelines ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Zoom Backgrounds [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> ICANN79 Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Join the Board for a Special ICANN79 Prep Week Session During the session, Board members will host three separate breakout rooms, each covering a different topic. Date: Wednesday, 21 February, at 16:30–17:30 UTC. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Information Sharing NEW: Middle East DNS Forum 2024: Shaping the Future of Digital Infrastructure This year's theme, "Celebrating Progress in the Middle East's DNS Journey," underscores the past ten years' advancements in the region's digital infrastructure and growth in Internet usage. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> NEW: Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review ICANN org is initiating consultation with the community to seek input on the timing of the Fourth Accountability and Transparency Review (ATRT4) and whether there is a need for a deferral of the ATRT4 for a limited time. A consultation approach is being used because it will allow for a targeted conversation with the SO/AC Chairs and their constituencies. While ATRT4 is of general interest to the entire ICANN community, it is important for the Board and org to understand whether the SO/ACs would be available to come together to populate, perform and deliver the recommendations within the ATRT4 while carrying out their other work. Members of the ICANN org Review Support and Accountability team are available to meet with interested community groups during ICANN79 or after to address questions about ATRT4 Timing and other Review Topics. To schedule a meeting to discuss, please contact: rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org<mailto:rsa-coordinators@icann.org> Community consultation and engagement activities leading up to and during ICANN79 include: - ICANN79 Prep Week Webinar (Thursday, 22 February) - ICANN79 Community Session on ATRT4 Deferral and Pilot Holistic Review (Tuesday, 5 March) - ICANN79 briefings (at the request of your community group) Action Items FRIDAY🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the African region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN80 Policy Forum. ICANN80 is scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 10–13 June 2024. Deadline: 23 February 2024 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Public Comment Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 01 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 19 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 String Similarity Review Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 07 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 27 March 2024 Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> Open for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 02 April 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…>. Volume 6, Issue 14 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 22 February 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0017-IMtRH4hZyrZu6R…>

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REGISTER / ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 19, 2024

Feb. 19, 2024

ICANN79 Prep Week will be held from Tuesday, 20 February, to Thursday, 22 February. Sessions will be conducted in English and will feature remote simultaneous interpretation in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Portuguese, and Spanish. To attend any of the sessions, please register<https://events.icann.org/icann79/registration> for ICANN79. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation with additional event details. Please visit the ICANN79 website<https://icann79.sched.com/> to view the Prep Week schedule details. Remote participation links will be posted 24 hours before the start time of each session. Session materials and recordings will be posted on the site as they become available. Date Time in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) ICANN79 Prep Week Session Tuesday, 20 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Universal Acceptance (UA) Community Update 16:30 – 17:30 UTC Contractual Compliance Update 18:00 – 19:30 UTC Finance and Planning Update 20:30 – 21:30 UTC Name Collision Analysis Project Study 2 Update Wednesday, 21 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Internationalized Domain Name (IDN) Updates 16:30 – 17:30 UTC ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community 18:00 – 19:30 UTC New gTLD Program: Next Round Implementation Status Update 20:30 – 21:30 UTC What to Expect During ICANN79: A Guide for Newcomers Thursday, 22 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Policy and Advice Update 16:30 – 17:30 UTC Registrant Program Update 18:00 – 19:30 UTC Implementation of Specific Reviews, Work Stream 2 Recommendations, and ICANN Reviews Updates 20:30 – 21:30 UTC GNSO New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Policy Development Process: Supplemental Recommendations Community Update Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [signature_1585926859]

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TODAY ** REGISTER ** | EURALO Round Table on Internet Governance for SDGs | 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 13, 2024

Feb. 13, 2024

** Please register and share this invitation ** Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Dear All, On behalf of Sébastien Bachollet, Chair of EURALO, please join us for an EURALO round table on the Internet Governance for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC for 90 minutes. The clock is ticking down, and industries and governments are stepping up their efforts to meet the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Internet technology, as a fundamental element of development and a key component of our critical systems, has a decisive role. This critical and timely discussion aims to explore the Internet Governance Institutions role in achieving SGDs. Moderator: Pari Esfandiari Speakers: * Maarten Botterman<https://www.icann.org/en/board/directors>, ICANN Board Member * Philippe Fouquart<https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-fouquart-6a3860137/?originalSubdomain=…>, Senior Expert – Naming, Numbering and Addressing – ORANGE * Vesna Manojlovic<https://labs.ripe.net/author/becha/>, Community Builder, RIPE NCC * Pierre Bonis<https://www.afnic.fr/en/associating-excellence/who-we-are/team/pierre-bonis/>, CEO, AFNIC The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/OYASEg Interpretation provided in English, Spanish, French and Russian. Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Important: please keep note of the zoom room as you will be sent an unique link. If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff only (do not reply to all) at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number. Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…> [signature_1469161298]

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TODAY ** REGISTER ** | EURALO Round Table on Internet Governance for SDGs | 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 13, 2024

Feb. 13, 2024

** Please register and share this invitation ** Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Dear All, On behalf of Sébastien Bachollet, Chair of EURALO, please join us for an EURALO round table on the Internet Governance for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC for 90 minutes. The clock is ticking down, and industries and governments are stepping up their efforts to meet the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Internet technology, as a fundamental element of development and a key component of our critical systems, has a decisive role. This critical and timely discussion aims to explore the Internet Governance Institutions role in achieving SGDs. Moderator: Pari Esfandiari Speakers: * Maarten Botterman<https://www.icann.org/en/board/directors>, ICANN Board Member * Philippe Fouquart<https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-fouquart-6a3860137/?originalSubdomain=…>, Senior Expert – Naming, Numbering and Addressing – ORANGE * Vesna Manojlovic<https://labs.ripe.net/author/becha/>, Community Builder, RIPE NCC * Pierre Bonis<https://www.afnic.fr/en/associating-excellence/who-we-are/team/pierre-bonis/>, CEO, AFNIC The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/OYASEg Interpretation provided in English, Spanish, French and Russian. Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Important: please keep note of the zoom room as you will be sent an unique link. If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff only (do not reply to all) at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number. Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…> [signature_1469161298]

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** REGISTER ** | EURALO Round Table on Internet Governance for SDGs | 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024

** Please register and share this invitation ** Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Dear All, On behalf of Sébastien Bachollet, Chair of EURALO, please join us for an EURALO round table on the Internet Governance for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Tuesday, 13 February 2024 at 18:00 UTC for 90 minutes. The clock is ticking down, and industries and governments are stepping up their efforts to meet the Agenda 2030 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Internet technology, as a fundamental element of development and a key component of our critical systems, has a decisive role. This critical and timely discussion aims to explore the Internet Governance Institutions role in achieving SGDs. Moderator: Pari Esfandiari Speakers: * Maarten Botterman<https://www.icann.org/en/board/directors>, ICANN Board Member * Philippe Fouquart<https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippe-fouquart-6a3860137/?originalSubdomain=…>, Senior Expert – Naming, Numbering and Addressing – ORANGE * Vesna Manojlovic<https://labs.ripe.net/author/becha/>, Community Builder, RIPE NCC * Pierre Bonis<https://www.afnic.fr/en/associating-excellence/who-we-are/team/pierre-bonis/>, CEO, AFNIC The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/OYASEg Interpretation provided in English, Spanish, French and Russian. Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Important: please keep note of the zoom room as you will be sent an unique link. If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff only (do not reply to all) at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number. Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…> [signature_1469161298]

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ICANN Community Digest | NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=347bfc50-834e-4e41-b455-cf5136360a39&a=112202…] Monday, 12 February 2024 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN79 · ICANN79 Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Zoom Backgrounds Information Sharing · NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap · NEW: ICANN is Building Awareness to Support the New gTLD Program: Next Round Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · CLOSES TODAY: Draft ICANN FY25 Plans · CLOSES TODAY: Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · String Similarity Review Guidelines ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Zoom Backgrounds [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> ICANN79 Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Information Sharing NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Recap During the workshop, which took place 19–21 January, the Board made progress in several areas of our work. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> NEW: ICANN is Building Awareness to Support the New gTLD Program: Next Round The second phase of the campaign will generate global awareness of the next round of applications for new gTLDs and set expectations about the application process. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the African region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN80 Policy Forum. ICANN80 is scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 10–13 June 2024. Deadline: 23 February 2024 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Draft ICANN FY25 Plans [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 CLOSES TODAY: Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 01 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 19 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 String Similarity Review Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> Open for Submissions: 07 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 27 March 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…>. Volume 6, Issue 12 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 15 February 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dv5YRHckMkQQ4_k1…>

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At-Large Calls / Week of 12 - 16 February 2024
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024

Dear All, Please find below the list of At-Large meetings for the week of 12 - 16 February 2024. Monday, 12 February 2024 19:00 UTC: ICANN79 Planning Committee https://community.icann.org/x/04D6EQ- Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/96279337738?pwd=Ky9yRXhhdjBxVjc0c1VaL3plMjZrZz09 20:00 UTC: NARALO Monthly Call: https://community.icann.org/x/5YHcEQ - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/99511544463?pwd=dENjVi9Xb1BwTmhsZVQwRkRVTkRGUT09 23:00 UTC LACRALO Monthly Call: https://community.icann.org/x/KID6EQ - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvdOyhrDwsEtXo6VMlaMym3mhRg1vUU8DD Tuesday, 13 February 2024 18:00 UTC: EURALO Round Table on the Internet Governance for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): https://community.icann.org/x/OYASEg - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqcu-hqzkoGdCZQ1BRVnhjpq-Kp2-BnKZj Wednesday, 14 February 2024 14:00 UTC: At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) Call https://community.icann.org/x/CoASEg - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/765717566?pwd=UTJCdWRSZVdJNEhOYW02OVBqQVQ1Zz09 18:30 UTC: AFRALO Monthly Call: https://community.icann.org/x/CYLcEQ - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/91504161087?pwd=VXZFWndrNW5WbEZmT0cwZ3BRTUVSUT09 Thursday, 15 February 2024 06:00 UTC: APRALO Monthly Call: https://community.icann.org/x/PgAeEg - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/96900339457?pwd=VUdYYXpocTFaUi9WbkJCM05qZFZ5QT09 15:00 UTC: At-Large Social Media Working Group (SMWG) Call: https://community.icann.org/x/MIASEg - Zoom Link:https://icann.zoom.us/j/92942777147?pwd=S0ZJc0xOTU5BTXdaM0Q3QWhlK2RPQT09 16:00 UTC: At-Large Operations, Finance and Budget Working Group (OFB-WG) Call: https://community.icann.org/x/GYASEg - Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94304735118?pwd=S3RKUkt4emthNWloZWIrb2s4MUJQdz09 Friday, 16 February 2024 None Please confirm your dial-out requests or apology notice to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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REGISTER / ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Available
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2024

Feb. 12, 2024

ICANN79 Prep Week will be held from Tuesday, 20 February, to Thursday, 22 February. Sessions will be conducted in English and will feature remote simultaneous interpretation in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Portuguese, and Spanish. To attend any of the sessions, please register<https://events.icann.org/icann79/registration> for ICANN79. After registering, you will receive an email confirmation with additional event details. Please visit the ICANN79 website<https://icann79.sched.com/> to view the Prep Week schedule details. Remote participation links will be posted 24 hours before the start time of each session. Session materials and recordings will be posted on the site as they become available. Date Time in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) ICANN79 Prep Week Session Tuesday, 20 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Universal Acceptance (UA) Community Update 16:30 – 17:30 UTC Contractual Compliance Update 18:00 – 19:30 UTC Finance and Planning Update 20:30 – 21:30 UTC Name Collision Analysis Project Study 2 Update Wednesday, 21 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Internationalized Domain Name (IDN) Updates 16:30 – 17:30 UTC ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community 18:00 – 19:30 UTC New gTLD Program: Next Round Implementation Status Update 20:30 – 21:30 UTC What to Expect During ICANN79: A Guide for Newcomers Thursday, 22 February 15:00 – 16:00 UTC Policy and Advice Update 16:30 – 17:30 UTC Registrant Program Update 18:00 – 19:30 UTC Implementation of Specific Reviews, Work Stream 2 Recommendations, and ICANN Reviews Updates 20:30 – 21:30 UTC GNSO New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Policy Development Process: Supplemental Recommendations Community Update Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [signature_1585926859]

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