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ICANN Community Digest - Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 10, 2023

Aug. 10, 2023

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=271ade6b-67f9-41ce-acbb-023adefac642&a=112202…] Thursday, 10 August 2023 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=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> 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 ICANN78 · ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open · Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 · Design and Translation Deadlines Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Information Sharing · NEW: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Webinar Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism ICANN78 Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 Please see the CROP Procedures and Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> to determine eligibility. Trips must originate and conclude within the same region and must be taken by someone located in the region where the meeting is taking place SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023 FY24 CROP Landing Page [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> 23 AUGUST 2023 DESIGN DEADLINE: If you require design assistance for your publication, you need to provide all the text, images, layout, and publication type/size requirements (i.e. one-pager vs. trifold, etc.). You will receive a maximum of 2 iterations of the publication. Please provide everything to Andrea Glandon [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> by 23 AUGUST. Please keep in mind that all materials, new or updated, need to be evergreen. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> by 13 SEPTEMBER. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the start of the meeting, with the possibility of potential changes. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN79 Community Forum is taking place 2–7 March 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The application deadline is 18 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC. If ICANN79 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Official Announcement [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> | Fellowship Program Flyer [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Transition Program creates opportunities for newer ICANN community members to cultivate substantive knowledge on a specific policy topic, while fostering relationships and value in service through connections with experienced ICANN community members. The Policy Transition Program will meet monthly via Zoom, from September 2023 to March 2024, and will explore gTLD Registration Data: The Temporary Specification and Beyond. Expression of Interest The Policy Transition Program expression of interest is now open here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…>. You can also find this information on the Policy Transition Program wiki page [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…>. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Information Sharing NEW: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Webinar The Public Comment proceeding for the Pilot Holistic Review Draft Terms of Reference revealed diverging views on the pilot as well as the Holistic Review. In response to an analysis of the public comments, the Organizational Effectiveness Committee of the Board reconvened the Terms of Reference (ToR) Development Team in March 2023 to address the questions and issues raised during the proceeding. The Development Team concluded its work in July 2023 and would like to invite the community to attend an informational webinar on 21 August 2023 at 18:00 UTC to discuss the revisions to the ToR document. Please click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> to register for the webinar. Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…>. Volume 5, Issue 58 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…> | Next Issue: Monday, 14 August 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PoWZEP1kumOlscfB…>

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No August ALAC monthly call
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 9, 2023

Aug. 9, 2023

Dear all, Please note we are not holding an ALAC monthly call in August, please note, the next ALAC monthly call will be held on Tuesday, 26 September with a time to be confirmed. 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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Community Digest - Closes Soon: Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 27, 2023

July 27, 2023

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=30798e32-45d8-4583-8dd6-c1764a94ac7f&a=112202…] Thursday, 27 July 2023 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=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> 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 ICANN78 · Design and Translation Deadlines Information Sharing · NEW: Mandy Carver Retires as SVP, Government and IGO Engagement Webinar · REMINDER: ICANN Webinars Will Provide Information About Service to Request Nonpublic Data Action Items · CLOSING SOON 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open Public Comment · NEW Summary Report: Bylaws Amendments and Documents to Implement the NomCom2 Review ICANN78 23 AUGUST 2023 DESIGN DEADLINE: If you require design assistance for your publication, you need to provide all the text, images, layout, and publication type/size requirements (i.e. one-pager vs. trifold, etc.). You will receive a maximum of 2 iterations of the publication. Please provide everything to Andrea Glandon [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> by 23 AUGUST. Please keep in mind that all materials, new or updated, need to be evergreen. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> by 13 SEPTEMBER. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the start of the meeting, with the possibility of potential changes. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated Information Sharing NEW: Mandy Carver Retires as SVP, Government and IGO Engagement Carver joined ICANN as Deputy General Manager for Global Partnerships in November 2006, marking the first instance of an international engagement team at ICANN. She has since served in several different capacities at ICANN and has contributed significantly during her tenure. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> Webinar REMINDER: ICANN Webinars Will Provide Information About Service to Request Nonpublic Data ICANN org will host two webinars this month to provide information about the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS), a new service for requesting access to nonpublic registration data related to generic top-level domains (gTLDs). The webinars will provide an update on progress made on building the RDRS, including features such as bulk processing for registrars and templates for frequent requestors. The webinars will also give participants an opportunity to ask questions related to the development of the service. Registration information [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> Webinar #2: Monday, 31 July 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes | Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> Action Items CLOSING SOON 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building The ICANN Board will evaluate a shortlist of candidates. Please submit nominations via this nomination form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> by 4 August 2023 23:59 UTC. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…>. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN79 Community Forum is taking place 2–7 March 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The application deadline is 18 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC. If ICANN79 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Official Announcement [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> | Fellowship Program Flyer [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> Public Comment NEW Summary Report: Bylaws Amendments and Documents to Implement the NomCom2 Review [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…>. Volume 5, Issue 54 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…> | Next Issue: Monday, 31 July 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001xwbm25WBtySDTq74…>

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UPDATED Meeting invitation with NEW DATE / ALAC Monthly Call on Tuesday, 18 July 2023 at 16:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 18, 2023

July 18, 2023

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff ONLY at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which is rescheduled for Tuesday, 18 July 2023 from 16:00 – 17:00 UTC. Please update your calendars accordingly. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4h2eym9z The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/rZKZDg<https://community.icann.org/x/dgOBDQ> ADIGO Conference ID’s: English, Spanish & French: 1638 Dial-in numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/98150175014?pwd=U0FET0NJTld3d1krSGVtclpxRlJPUT09 Password: %ALAC123!! Real time transcription (RTT) link: (subject to availability) : https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: 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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**REMINDER** ALAC Monthly Call on Tuesday, 18 July 2023 at 16:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 17, 2023

July 17, 2023

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff ONLY at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which is rescheduled for Tuesday, 18 July 2023 from 16:00 – 17:00 UTC. Please update your calendars accordingly. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4h2eym9z The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/rZKZDg ADIGO Conference ID’s: English, Spanish & French: 1638 Dial-in numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/98150175014?pwd=U0FET0NJTld3d1krSGVtclpxRlJPUT09 Password: %ALAC123!! Real time transcription (RTT) link: (subject to availability) : https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN If you require a dial-out *or need to send an apology* please contact At-Large staff at: 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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Community Digest - NEW: ICANN77 Policy Outcomes Report
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 10, 2023

July 10, 2023

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a4475d96-54a1-4c1d-9a5a-81947356e0ac&a=112202…] Monday, 10 July 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders 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=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> 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 Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN77 Policy Outcomes Report · NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: Middle East Domain Name Industry Study 2023 Webinar · REMINDER: Join the Webinar – ICANN for Beginners: Universal Acceptance Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Request for Feedback: Draft Framework for Closed Generic gTLDs · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Register for the Asia Pacific Domain Name System Forum 2023 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building Public Comment · CLOSES THURSDAY: Amendments to the Base gTLD RA and RAA to Modify DNS Abuse Contract Obligations Information Sharing NEW: ICANN77 Policy Outcomes Report The ICANN77 Policy Outcomes Report has been published and is available here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>. NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: Middle East Domain Name Industry Study 2023 Read the full [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>RFP Project Overview [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> for more information, including a timeline and a list of in-scope countries. Indications of interest should be emailed to ME-Domain-Name-Industry-Study-2023-RFP(a)icann.org<mailto:ME-Domain-Name-Industry-Study-2023-RFP@icann.org> and provide the following information: 1. company name, 2. contact person name, and 3. contact person e-mail address. Proposals should be electronically submitted using ICANN's sourcing tool by 23:59 UTC on 17 July 2023 at the latest. Access to this tool may be requested via the same email. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> Webinar REMINDER: Join the Webinar – ICANN for Beginners: Universal Acceptance The webinar will introduce newcomers to the basics of UA, why it matters, and ICANN's involvement in UA. Participants will also learn how they can get involved in UA initiatives. It will be held during two time slots (you only need to register for one of the webinars): 12 July 2023 at 15:00 UTC | Click here to register [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> 13 July 2023 at 6:00 UTC | Click here to register [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> Closing date for registration is 12 July 2023. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Request for Feedback: Draft Framework for Closed Generic gTLDs The community participants in the ongoing Closed Generics Facilitated Dialogue are requesting community feedback on a Draft Framework that can underpin additional policy work for handling closed generic gTLDs in future rounds of gTLDs. Individuals and community groups may provide feedback through their respective staff support teams or via email to closed-generics-feedback(a)icann.org<mailto:closed-generics-feedback@icann.org> by 15 July 2023. Community feedback on the Draft Framework will inform the group’s development of a final framework, which is expected to be used as a basis for subsequent policy development work should there be broad community support for the final framework. The Draft Framework and more information about the Facilitated Dialogue can be found on this wiki page: [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>https://community.icann.org/x/Io6ZDg [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building The ICANN Board will evaluate a shortlist of candidates. Please submit nominations via this nomination form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> by 4 August 2023 23:59 UTC. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> Public Comment CLOSES THURSDAY: Amendments to the Base gTLD RA and RAA to Modify DNS Abuse Contract Obligations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> Open for submissions date: 29 May 2023 Closed for submissions date: 13 July 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>. Volume 5, Issue 49 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 13 July 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HZib5Vx6SXJotpYS…>

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Community Digest - NEW: Thousands Rally Worldwide to Support a Multilingual Internet
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 6, 2023

July 6, 2023

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=78186a76-c6a2-4ecb-aa21-d40fa6ac2728&a=112202…] Thursday, 06 July 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders 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=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> 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 Information Sharing · NEW: Thousands Rally Worldwide to Support a Multilingual Internet · NEW: ICANN North America Team Convenes Stakeholders to Push for Digital Inclusivity Webinar · REMINDER: Join the Webinar – ICANN for Beginners: Universal Acceptance Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Request for Feedback: Draft Framework for Closed Generic gTLDs · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Register for the Asia Pacific Domain Name System Forum 2023 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building Public Comment · Amendments to the Base gTLD RA and RAA to Modify DNS Abuse Contract Obligations Information Sharing NEW: Thousands Rally Worldwide to Support a Multilingual Internet The keystone UA Day event was held in New Delhi, India, hosted by India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) through the National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI), in collaboration with ICANN and the UASG. Dozens of other events were held over a three-month period from the end of February to May 2023, with most events occurring on or around 28 March 2023. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> NEW: ICANN North America Team Convenes Stakeholders to Push for Digital Inclusivity The discussion focused on why it is important to enable Internet users around the world to access resources and to communicate effectively online. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> Webinar REMINDER: Join the Webinar – ICANN for Beginners: Universal Acceptance The webinar will introduce newcomers to the basics of UA, why it matters, and ICANN's involvement in UA. Participants will also learn how they can get involved in UA initiatives. It will be held during two time slots (you only need to register for one of the webinars): 12 July 2023 at 15:00 UTC | Click here to register [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> 13 July 2023 at 6:00 UTC | Click here to register [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> Closing date for registration is 12 July 2023. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Request for Feedback: Draft Framework for Closed Generic gTLDs The community participants in the ongoing Closed Generics Facilitated Dialogue are requesting community feedback on a Draft Framework that can underpin additional policy work for handling closed generic gTLDs in future rounds of gTLDs. Individuals and community groups may provide feedback through their respective staff support teams or via email to closed-generics-feedback(a)icann.org<mailto:closed-generics-feedback@icann.org> by 15 July 2023. Community feedback on the Draft Framework will inform the group’s development of a final framework, which is expected to be used as a basis for subsequent policy development work should there be broad community support for the final framework. The Draft Framework and more information about the Facilitated Dialogue can be found on this wiki page: [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…>https://community.icann.org/x/Io6ZDg [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Register for the Asia Pacific Domain Name System Forum 2023 ICANN and the Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation (HKIRC) invite interested participants to register [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> for the Asia Pacific (APAC) Domain Name System (DNS) Forum 2023 in Hong Kong, China. A dedicated website [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> has also launched to provide more information about the forum. The APAC DNS Forum 2023 will be held 4–5 July 2023 as a hybrid event at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building The ICANN Board will evaluate a shortlist of candidates. Please submit nominations via this nomination form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> by 4 August 2023 23:59 UTC. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…>. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> Public Comment Amendments to the Base gTLD RA and RAA to Modify DNS Abuse Contract Obligations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> Open for submissions date: 29 May 2023 Closed for submissions date: 13 July 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…>. Volume 5, Issue 48 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…> | Next Issue: Monday, 10 July 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001yNhiM8ZoSZyWnHyw…>

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STARTING! ** Please Register & Share ** ICANN77 read-out by APRALO
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 6, 2023

July 6, 2023

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** Please join us and spread the word! [cid:image001.jpg@01D9AA6C.E4F40ED0] Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN77 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday 6 July 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GAC, GNSO and ccNSO panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN77 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-q…> The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/k4qZDg APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qShIoo…> *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2orjwrE9EwTqZxi-AexSrK31i1pwkg [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2or…> Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qSh…> 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!_fw…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_fw…>

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** Please Register & Share ** ICANN77 read-out by APRALO
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 5, 2023

July 5, 2023

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** Please join us and spread the word! [cid:image001.jpg@01D9AD94.E37CC3F0] Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN77 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday 6 July 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GAC, GNSO and ccNSO panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN77 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-q…> The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/k4qZDg APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qShIoo…> *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2orjwrE9EwTqZxi-AexSrK31i1pwkg [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2or…> Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qSh…> 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!_fw…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_fw…>

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** Please Register & Share ** ICANN77 read-out by APRALO
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 4, 2023

July 4, 2023

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** Please join us and spread the word! [cid:image001.jpg@01D9AD94.E37CC3F0] Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN77 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday 6 July 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GAC, GNSO and ccNSO panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN77 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/2hhcj4jb__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-q…> The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/k4qZDg APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qShIoo…> *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2orjwrE9EwTqZxi-AexSrK31i1pwkg [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcu2or…> Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_fw2y-qSh…> 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!_fw…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_fw…>

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