[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=e8594256-7574-4cd0-88df-843799faf054&a=1118638...] [ICANN76][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> ‌ ICANN76 Prep Week Newsletter 23 February 2023 PREP WEEK SCHEDULE [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> TOP STORY Get Ready for ICANN76 Prep Week! [ICANN76 Prep Week][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> ICANN76 Prep Week is happening next week, from Monday, 27 February, to Wednesday, 1 March. Prep Week consists of 12 sessions to prepare the ICANN community for the ICANN76 Community Forum [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...>, which is taking place 11–16 March virtually and in Cancún, Mexico. Prep Week sessions will be conducted in English, and remote simultaneous interpretation will be provided in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish. To attend any of the sessions, please register for ICANN76 on the meeting website [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...>. Prep Week Sessions All times are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Monday, 27 February Coalition for Digital Africa Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 17:00–18:00 UTC What to Expect at ICANN76: A Guide for Newcomers [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 19:00–20:30 UTC Implementation of Specific Reviews and Work Stream 2 Recommendations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 21:30–22:30 UTC Registrant Program Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 23:00–00:00 UTC Tuesday, 28 February Community Update on Universal Acceptance [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 17:00–18:00 UTC Planning and Finance Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 19:00–20:30 UTC Generic Names Supporting Organization Policy Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 21:30–22:30 UTC Contractual Compliance Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 23:00–00:00 UTC Wednesday, 1 March Name Collision Analysis Project: Study 2 Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 17:00–18:00 UTC Policy Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 19:00–20:30 UTC Subsequent Procedures Operational Design Phase Status Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 21:30–22:30 UTC Internationalized Domain Name Program Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 23:00–00:00 UTC ICANN NEWS Changes to ICANN Org’s Meetings Scheduling Platform [Ashwin Rangan][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> By Ashwin Rangan, SVP, Engineering and CIO As ICANN76 approaches, I wanted to share an update with you about our online scheduling tool. The vendor is discontinuing support for our current scheduling tool, Pathable, so we will no longer be using this tool. Instead, we will be using Sched. Because Sched is not integrated into the ICANN Account single sign-on, you will need to create a new account and agree to the terms and conditions. Then you will be able to create a personalized schedule on the ICANN76 website [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...>. Read my blog [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> for more details. [ICANN76][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> Reminder: ICANN76 Registration Deadlines ICANN76 is taking place 11–16 March. In-person registration closes on 8 March, while virtual registration closes on 16 March. Register now [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_fLvNCymUcrZdEqM077YMPuPhk_5UWUPW4yw_HkwWIm13uwEAwg3-umG7-ZG2PKn9sXslDXWHfwTMM0V3buzcju0rWjcdwGaixBzVqLhlCIxn3aOUuMg5DVO0vqSPSxR7yFeQA==&c=Cjx2TwSjsJo7xu68a4BjoUh5Whpc4hIsFhGmHf2vy8VRBgDh1Vr00A==&ch=hLYrSPJmWq3OGehZlZLyk7dnVq9mvsQ6RIAiAbBso39pXult_nWelQ==__;!!PtGJab4!-1nA_zW5FS83ZAyVsoSFIRagPaUTsCdastCvqT5mUnj47KS9AH9AnT8ZaM_Xj74-D-Lb6EIodbCk1Bzcl8tH6ClNoL3cR7nIxZhiRa-ANRspgfIp$>! Last Chance to Apply for Internet Access Reimbursement! [Internet Access Reimbursement Program][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> The deadline to apply for ICANN’s Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> for ICANN76 is Friday, 24 February, at 23:59 UTC. The goal of this program is to facilitate virtual participation in ICANN Public Meetings. Since ICANN76 is a hybrid meeting, only those who are registered to attend virtually are eligible for the program. Read this announcement [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> for more information and how to apply. PREP WEEK HIGHLIGHTS Community Update on Universal Acceptance [UASG][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> This session will provide an update on the work being done by the Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) and ICANN org to promote the Universal Acceptance (UA) of all domain names and email addresses. Community Update on UA [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> | 28 February, 17:00 UTC SubPro ODP Status Update [SubPro ODP][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> This session is a precursor to planned discussions during ICANN76 on future rounds of the New Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Program, in light of the Final Report on the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures (SubPro) Policy Development Process, New gTLD SubPro Operational Design Phase (ODP), and consideration of the next steps. SubPro ODP Status Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> | 1 March, 21:30 UTC IDN Program Update [IDN][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> This session will provide an update on the work being done by the ICANN org to promote an inclusive Internet by enabling Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs), while maintaining the stability and security of the domain name system. IDN Program Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> | 1 March, 23:00 UTC ICANN LEARN SPOTLIGHT [ICANN Learn][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> 102.1 Introduction to ICANN This course contains the essential information for newcomers to ICANN. You will learn about how ICANN is structured, what part ICANN plays in the global Internet ecosystem, and how you can get involved. Enroll today [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_fLvNCymUcrZdEqM077YMPuPhk_5UWUPW4yw_HSJZW9YeoJSFQwCWbyS7HnyuWxuCbhyKXt6V4g4z1oiy1A0trXTwwyRYG6jDGQkXP41-nLPS7K21Fhh-B2aBonL750wzjByI3_BmSUqNcX9edovpezQ5OSQLr8l7TyH0lye5TmcCGozU-7o4CPoVuEs_BHJi3B6La3hKvBtGeoX&c=Cjx2TwSjsJo7xu68a4BjoUh5Whpc4hIsFhGmHf2vy8VRBgDh1Vr00A==&ch=hLYrSPJmWq3OGehZlZLyk7dnVq9mvsQ6RIAiAbBso39pXult_nWelQ==__;!!PtGJab4!-1nA_zW5FS83ZAyVsoSFIRagPaUTsCdastCvqT5mUnj47KS9AH9AnT8ZaM_Xj74-D-Lb6EIodbCk1Bzcl8tH6ClNoL3cR7nIxZhiRa-ANV55dP9b$>! PREP WEEK RESOURCES Review the ICANN Public Meeting Participation Guides [Participation Guides][r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018d8yMxt5HPC9VT_b_...> Is ICANN76 your first ICANN Public Meeting? Are you unsure of how to use Zoom, interpretation services, or transcription services? 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