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Fwd: Thursday, 29 July 2021 - Kamel Award Deadline Approaches, Public Comment Trainings Next Week
by Maureen Hilyard July 29, 2021

July 29, 2021

Thursday, 29 July 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest 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 <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Table of Contents Webinars - NEXT WEEK: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars Information Sharing - MONDAY: Nomination Period Closes for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building - NEW: ICANN Board Action and Next Steps on the SSR2 Review - NEW: SSAD ODP Community Questionnaire Extended to Thursday, 5 August - NEXT WEEK: Request for Early Input: GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group - REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Now Open - REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open Public Comment - Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> - Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules Webinars NEXT WEEK: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars ICANN org will hold a series of training webinars outlining the new Public Comment submission process. During these sessions, our teams will provide the ICANN community with step-by-step instructions on how to draft and publish a Public Comment submission and outline how to manage your current and past submissions. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout these webinars to ensure you are well-prepared to use this improved feature. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 3 August 2021 | 14:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Webinar 2 | Wednesday, 4 August 2021 | 21:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Information Sharing MONDAY: Nomination Period Closes for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building ICANN org opened a one-month nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building. Please submit your nominations via this nomination form <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> by 23:59 UTC on Monday, 2 August 2021. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . NEW: ICANN Board Action and Next Steps on the SSR2 Review On Monday, 25 January 2021, the Second Security, Stability, and Resiliency (SSR2) Review Team delivered its Final Report <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> to the ICANN Board. This achievement represents more than four years of research, evaluation, and consideration. The SSR Review is one of four Specific Reviews anchored in the ICANN Bylaws and relates to key elements of the ICANN Strategic Plan. The ICANN Bylaws require the ICANN Board to take action on the Final Report within six months. Read more. <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> NEW: SSAD ODP Community Questionnaire Extended to Thursday, 5 August The community questionnaire will help determine how many potential users are expected to use the SSAD and the anticipated volume of requests if it is implemented. The questionnaire <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> will play a critical role in assessing the feasibility and associated risks, costs, and resources required in the potential deployment of SSAD. Input is due by Thursday, 5 August at 23:59 UTC. Read more. <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> NEXT WEEK: Request for Early Input: GNSO Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process Working Group The GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group requests input from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, Stakeholder Groups, and Constituencies on topics within the PDP charter. The request was sent on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 to ICANN community leaders. A copy of the letter is available here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . Responses to gnso-secs(a)icann.org are requested by Wednesday, 4 August 2021. REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open The 2021 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> its application period is now open for their virtual program, which will run from Friday, 1 October through Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Sessions will be held once or twice a week to accommodate the schedules of students and young professionals. Participants will be expected to complete preparatory work between sessions. The final day of the academy will be a hybrid event in South Korea. Applications are due by Sunday, 8 August 2021. Please note that a stable Internet connection is required for participation. The application procedure and more information on APIGA can be accessed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for its Mentor Program through Tuesday, 31 August 2021. The community-nominated selection committee will be responsible for overseeing the mentor selection process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> . Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. Public Comment Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Close Date: Monday, 16 August 2021 Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> Close Date: Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 Volume 3, Issue 55 | Archive <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XiC8kEcy78Rv_gzPRSXAM1nVm5ItesGOmFPcr6dCCvs…> | Next Issue: Monday, 02 August 2021 ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Unsubscribe maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> Update Profile <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> | Constant Contact Data Notice <https://www.constantcontact.com/legal/customer-contact-data-notice> Sent by david.olive(a)icann.org powered by [image: Trusted Email from Constant Contact - Try it FREE today.] <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF21_3GE&nav=50052fd9-6…> Try email marketing for free today! <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF21_3GE&nav=50052fd9-6…>

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Fwd: Monday, 26 July 2021
by Maureen Hilyard July 26, 2021

July 26, 2021

Monday, 26 July 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest 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 <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Table of Contents Webinars - TOMORROW: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar - REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars Information Sharing - THIS WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 - REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building - REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group - REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open - REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open Public Comment - Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> - Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules Webinars TOMORROW: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar ICANN invites the community to join one of two public webinars to discuss planning for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Operating Plan and Budget (OP&B) for delivering the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions. The webinar will explain the planning process, the proposed operational priorities for FY23, timelines, and key assumptions. ICANN welcomes the community's questions and comments. Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 00:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Webinar 2 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 16:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> The annual OP&B for the IANA functions has two components: a budget and operating plan for Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), the ICANN affiliate that performs the IANA functions, which outlines the planned activities and resources to deliver the core IANA functions. The second component includes the PTI budget plus additional programs and costs that the ICANN organization incurs overseeing and enabling the IANA functions. In addition to the webinars, the community has further opportunity to participate in this planning process. The draft plans will be put out for Public Comment in September before being considered for formal adoption in late 2021. REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars ICANN org will hold a series of training webinars outlining the new Public Comment submission process. During these sessions, our teams will provide the ICANN community with step-by-step instructions on how to draft and publish a Public Comment submission and outline how to manage your current and past submissions. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout these webinars to ensure you are well-prepared to use this improved feature. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 3 August 2021 | 14:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Webinar 2 | Wednesday, 4 August 2021 | 21:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Information Sharing THIS WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 The ninth Africa DNS Forum will be held virtually Tuesday and Wednesday, 27-28 July 2021 with the theme of "Evolving the DNS Ecosystem in Africa." The Africa DNS Forum is organized by the Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD), the Africa Registrar Association (AfRegistrar), and ICANN. The 2021 edition will take place as a two-day virtual event open to stakeholders in the African domain name industry. Sessions will cover topics including the evolution of the DNS ecosystem in the region, national and regional DNS Forum initiatives, emerging technical issues, financing and insurance in the DNS business, and compliance in the domain name industry. Participants will be able to join sessions through Zoom, and view through YouTube and Facebook streaming. To register, click here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building ICANN org opened a one-month nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building. Please submit your nominations via this nomination form <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> by 23:59 UTC on Monday, 2 August 2021. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process Working Group The GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group requests input from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, Stakeholder Groups, and Constituencies on topics within the PDP charter. The request was sent on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 to ICANN community leaders. A copy of the letter is available here: https://community.icann.org/x/tIT8CQ. Responses to gnso-secs(a)icann.org are requested by Wednesday, 4 August 2021. REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open The 2021 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> its application period is now open for their virtual program, which will run from Friday, 1 October through Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Sessions will be held once or twice a week to accommodate the schedules of students and young professionals. Participants will be expected to complete preparatory work between sessions. The final day of the academy will be a hybrid event in South Korea. Applications are due by Sunday, 8 August 2021. Please note that a stable Internet connection is required for participation. The application procedure and more information on APIGA can be accessed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for its Mentor Program through Tuesday, 31 August 2021. The community-nominated selection committee will be responsible for overseeing the mentor selection process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> . Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. Public Comment Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Close Date: Monday, 16 August 2021 Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> Close Date: Thursday, 26 Aug 2021 Volume 3, Issue 54 | Archive <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011WiXQcqZVFIAUXiA_Jvp-oOb6U-3lJwHScKGSqQZuoS…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 29 July 2021 ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Unsubscribe maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=un&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> Update Profile <https://visitor.constantcontact.com/do?p=oo&m=00115LrDzKl3LoTB9FWCDiE2A%3D&…> | Constant Contact Data Notice <https://www.constantcontact.com/legal/customer-contact-data-notice> Sent by david.olive(a)icann.org powered by [image: Trusted Email from Constant Contact - Try it FREE today.] <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF21_3GE&nav=e7953f2d-1…> Try email marketing for free today! <http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?cc=nge&rmc=VF21_3GE&nav=e7953f2d-1…>

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Fwd: Thursday, 22 July 2021
by Maureen Hilyard July 22, 2021

July 22, 2021

Thursday, 22 July 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest 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 <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> Table of Contents Webinars - TODAY: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar - NEXT WEEK: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar - REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars Information Sharing - TODAY: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire - NEXT WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 - REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building - REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group - REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open - REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open Public Comment - Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> - Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules Webinars TODAY: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar ICANN will host a webinar on Thursday, 22 July 2021 at 16:00 UTC to provide the ICANN community with updates on its DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program, community-facing initiatives, Domain Abuse Activity Reporting System (DAAR), and Domain Name Security Threat Information Collection and Reporting (DNSTICR) project. Register here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…>. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . NEXT WEEK: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar ICANN invites the community to join one of two public webinars to discuss planning for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Operating Plan and Budget (OP&B) for delivering the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions. The webinar will explain the planning process, the proposed operational priorities for FY23, timelines, and key assumptions. ICANN welcomes the community's questions and comments. Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 00:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> Webinar 2 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 16:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> The annual OP&B for the IANA functions has two components: a budget and operating plan for Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), the ICANN affiliate that performs the IANA functions, which outlines the planned activities and resources to deliver the core IANA functions. The second component includes the PTI budget plus additional programs and costs that the ICANN organization incurs overseeing and enabling the IANA functions. In addition to the webinars, the community has further opportunity to participate in this planning process. The draft plans will be put out for Public Comment in September before being considered for formal adoption in late 2021. REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars ICANN org will hold a series of training webinars outlining the new Public Comment submission process. During these sessions, our teams will provide the ICANN community with step-by-step instructions on how to draft and publish a Public Comment submission and outline how to manage your current and past submissions. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout these webinars to ensure you are well-prepared to use this improved feature. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 3 August 2021 | 14:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> Webinar 2 | Wednesday, 4 August 2021 | 21:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> Information Sharing TODAY: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire ICANN has launched the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD) Operational Design Phase (ODP) Community Questionnaire to help determine how many potential users are expected to use the SSAD and the anticipated volume of requests if it is implemented. The questionnaire will play a critical role in assessing the feasibility and associated risks, costs, and resources required in the potential deployment of SSAD. ICANN org is looking for participation from community members who request nonpublic domain name registration data. The questionnaire <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> will be open until Thursday, 22 July (23:59 UTC). For questions, please contact jane.sexton(a)icann.org or isabelle.colas(a)icann.org. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> NEXT WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 The ninth Africa DNS Forum will be held virtually Tuesday and Wednesday, 27-28 July 2021 with the theme of "Evolving the DNS Ecosystem in Africa." The Africa DNS Forum is organized by the Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD), the Africa Registrar Association (AfRegistrar), and ICANN. The 2021 edition will take place as a two-day virtual event open to stakeholders in the African domain name industry. Sessions will cover topics including the evolution of the DNS ecosystem in the region, national and regional DNS Forum initiatives, emerging technical issues, financing and insurance in the DNS business, and compliance in the domain name industry. Participants will be able to join sessions through Zoom, and view through YouTube and Facebook streaming. To register, click here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building ICANN org opened a one-month nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building. Please submit your nominations via this nomination form <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> by 23:59 UTC on Monday, 2 August 2021. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process Working Group The GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group requests input from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, Stakeholder Groups, and Constituencies on topics within the PDP charter. The request was sent on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 to ICANN community leaders. A copy of the letter is available here: https://community.icann.org/x/tIT8CQ. Responses to gnso-secs(a)icann.org are requested by Wednesday, 4 August 2021. REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open The 2021 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> its application period is now open for their virtual program, which will run from Friday, 1 October through Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Sessions will be held once or twice a week to accommodate the schedules of students and young professionals. Participants will be expected to complete preparatory work between sessions. The final day of the academy will be a hybrid event in South Korea. Applications are due by Sunday, 8 August 2021. Please note that a stable Internet connection is required for participation. The application procedure and more information on APIGA can be accessed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for its Mentor Program through Tuesday, 31 August 2021. The community-nominated selection committee will be responsible for overseeing the mentor selection process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0014K5qgY8krU2IPaFdH9mxqd6B4bM_ka41NDt_eRgeqeN…> . Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. 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CORRECTION: ALAC Liaison to the Customer Standing Committee - Re-Appointment
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 21, 2021

July 21, 2021

Dear All, Please note that the ALAC appoints a Liaison to the CSC rather than a Member. Apologies for any confusion. Kind regards, Heidi From: Heidi Ullrich <heidi.ullrich(a)icann.org> on behalf of ICANN Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Tuesday, 20 July 2021 at 6:00 PM To: "alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org" <alac(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Cc: Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard(a)gmail.com>, ICANN Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Subject: ALAC Member of the Customer Standing Committeee - Re-Appointment Dear All, On behalf of Maureen Hilyard, ALAC Chair, we would like to inform you that the deadline for the ALAC to submit the name of their Member on the Customer Standing Committee (CSC) is 30 July 2021. The term of the CSC Member is for two years starting on 1 October 2021. We have attached the CSC Skill Set matrix for your convenience. The current Member, Holly Raiche, is eligible for a second full term. Holly has expressed her interest in serving as the ALAC Member on the CSC for a second term. Therefore, Maureen is asking the ALAC whether there are any comments or concerns regarding Holly continuing to serve as the ALAC Member on the CSC for a second two year term. Please write to Maureen directly if you have any comments by 28 July 2021. 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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SSAC has published SAC118
by Andrei Kolesnikov July 21, 2021

July 21, 2021

SAC118: SSAC Comments on Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – PHASE 2A <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/sac-118-en.pdf> The set of questions directly addressed to registrant registration data. -- Andrey Kolesnikov Internet of things association https://iotas.ru +7(903)790-0362

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ALAC Member of the Customer Standing Committeee - Re-Appointment
by ICANN At-Large Staff July 21, 2021

July 21, 2021

Dear All, On behalf of Maureen Hilyard, ALAC Chair, we would like to inform you that the deadline for the ALAC to submit the name of their Member on the Customer Standing Committee (CSC) is 30 July 2021. The term of the CSC Member is for two years starting on 1 October 2021. We have attached the CSC Skill Set matrix for your convenience. The current Member, Holly Raiche, is eligible for a second full term. Holly has expressed her interest in serving as the ALAC Member on the CSC for a second term. Therefore, Maureen is asking the ALAC whether there are any comments or concerns regarding Holly continuing to serve as the ALAC Member on the CSC for a second two year term. Please write to Maureen directly if you have any comments by 28 July 2021. 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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Fwd: Monday, 19 July 2021
by Maureen Hilyard July 19, 2021

July 19, 2021

Monday, 19 July 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest 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 <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> Table of Contents Webinars - TOMORROW: "The UN, the EU, and Your Business, What Comes Next?" Webinar - THURSDAY: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar - NEXT WEEK: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar - REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars Information Sharing - TODAY: Request for Information on Identity Verification Methods for SSAD Closes Today - THURSDAY: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire - NEW: ICANN72 to be Virtual Annual General Meeting, ICANN73 Planning Update - NEXT WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 - REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building - REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group - REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open - REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open Public Comment - NEXT WEEK: Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2A - Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> - NEW: Proposal for Greek Root Zone Label Generation Rules Webinars TOMORROW: "The UN, the EU, and Your Business, What Comes Next?" Webinar On Tuesday, 20 July 2021 at 16:00 UTC, the ICANN org North America Engagement team will host a webinar related to deliberations on how the infrastructure layer of the Internet is governed that are happening at the United Nations (UN) and within the European Union (EU). These discussions and proposed actions could affect the business sector. Register here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . THURSDAY: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar ICANN will host a webinar on Thursday, 22 July 2021 at 16:00 UTC to provide the ICANN community with updates on its DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program, community-facing initiatives, Domain Abuse Activity Reporting System (DAAR), and Domain Name Security Threat Information Collection and Reporting (DNSTICR) project. Register here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…>. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . NEXT WEEK: FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar ICANN invites the community to join one of two public webinars to discuss planning for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Operating Plan and Budget (OP&B) for delivering the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions. The webinar will explain the planning process, the proposed operational priorities for FY23, timelines, and key assumptions. ICANN welcomes the community's questions and comments. Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 00:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> Webinar 2 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 16:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> The annual OP&B for the IANA functions has two components: a budget and operating plan for Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), the ICANN affiliate that performs the IANA functions, which outlines the planned activities and resources to deliver the core IANA functions. The second component includes the PTI budget plus additional programs and costs that the ICANN organization incurs overseeing and enabling the IANA functions. In addition to the webinars, the community has further opportunity to participate in this planning process. The draft plans will be put out for Public Comment in September before being considered for formal adoption in late 2021. REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars ICANN org will hold a series of training webinars outlining the new Public Comment submission process. During these sessions, our teams will provide the ICANN community with step-by-step instructions on how to draft and publish a Public Comment submission and outline how to manage your current and past submissions. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout these webinars to ensure you are well-prepared to use this improved feature. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 3 August 2021 | 14:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> Webinar 2 | Wednesday, 4 August 2021 | 21:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> Information Sharing TODAY: Request for Information on Identity Verification Methods for SSAD Closes Today ICANN org announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> that it has now opened the Request for Information (RFI) to better understand what may be commercially available in the marketplace to deliver some or all of the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure to Non-Public Registration Data (SSAD), including existing methods for identity verification. The RFI overview document can be viewed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . Indications of interest are to be submitted to ssad-odp-rfi(a)icann.org with the following information, upon which access will be provided to the RFI: - Name of the organization - Name of the contact - Email address of the contact The RFI will be open until 23:59 UTC on Monday, 19 July 2021. Read more. <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> THURSDAY: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire ICANN has launched the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD) Operational Design Phase (ODP) Community Questionnaire to help determine how many potential users are expected to use the SSAD and the anticipated volume of requests if it is implemented. The questionnaire will play a critical role in assessing the feasibility and associated risks, costs, and resources required in the potential deployment of SSAD. ICANN org is looking for participation from community members who request nonpublic domain name registration data. The questionnaire <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> will be open until Thursday, 22 July (23:59 UTC). For questions, please contact jane.sexton(a)icann.org or isabelle.colas(a)icann.org. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> NEW: ICANN72 to be Virtual Annual General Meeting, ICANN73 Planning Update ICANN72 will convene as a Virtual Annual General Meeting due to the continuing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The health and safety of the ICANN community and staff is always a top priority, and as such, holding ICANN72 as an in-person or hybrid meeting would not be feasible by its scheduled date. The resolution and full rationale from the ICANN Board of Directors can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…>. NEXT WEEK: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 The ninth Africa DNS Forum will be held virtually Tuesday and Wednesday, 27-28 July 2021 with the theme of "Evolving the DNS Ecosystem in Africa." The Africa DNS Forum is organized by the Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD), the Africa Registrar Association (AfRegistrar), and ICANN. The 2021 edition will take place as a two-day virtual event open to stakeholders in the African domain name industry. Sessions will cover topics including the evolution of the DNS ecosystem in the region, national and regional DNS Forum initiatives, emerging technical issues, financing and insurance in the DNS business, and compliance in the domain name industry. Participants will be able to join sessions through Zoom, and view through YouTube and Facebook streaming. To register, click here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building ICANN org opened a one-month nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building. Please submit your nominations via this nomination form <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> by 23:59 UTC on Monday, 2 August 2021. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process Working Group The GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group requests input from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, Stakeholder Groups, and Constituencies on topics within the PDP charter. The request was sent on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 to ICANN community leaders. A copy of the letter is available here: https://community.icann.org/x/tIT8CQ. Responses to gnso-secs(a)icann.org are requested by Wednesday, 4 August 2021. REMINDER: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open The 2021 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> its application period is now open for their virtual program, which will run from Friday, 1 October through Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Sessions will be held once or twice a week to accommodate the schedules of students and young professionals. Participants will be expected to complete preparatory work between sessions. The final day of the academy will be a hybrid event in South Korea. Applications are due by Sunday, 8 August 2021. Please note that a stable Internet connection is required for participation. The application procedure and more information on APIGA can be accessed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for its Mentor Program through Tuesday, 31 August 2021. The community-nominated selection committee will be responsible for overseeing the mentor selection process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001PtPppMfOKa7GmfXm4JRottvF8tufohUXXmNXuU5zi4G…> . Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. 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SAC 117 Report on Root Service Early Warning Systems
by Andrei Kolesnikov July 16, 2021

July 16, 2021

Dear ALAC, SSAC has published Report on Root Service Early Warning Systems available here: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/sac-117-en.pdf This is a comprehensive document with the roots coming from a set of documents startning 2009 and evolved through the years up to date. Please note, this document has a lot of technical details. Yours, --andrei -- Andrey Kolesnikov

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Fwd: [soac-chairs] ICANN72 Board Decision 15July Announcement.pdf
by Maureen Hilyard July 16, 2021

July 16, 2021

FYI ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: David Olive via soac-chairs <soac-chairs(a)icann.org> Date: Thu, 15 Jul 2021, 1:43 pm Subject: [soac-chairs] ICANN72 Board Decision 15July Announcement.pdf To: soac-chairs(a)icann.org <soac-chairs(a)icann.org> Cc: Rachel McFadyen <rachel.mcfadyen(a)icann.org>, Sally Newell Cohen < sally.newellcohen(a)icann.org> Dear SOAC Chair. Attached is an advance notice to the ICANN72 decision by the Board today. Best regards. David Sent from my iPhone David A. Olive Senior Vice President Policy Development Support Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) _______________________________________________ soac-chairs mailing list soac-chairs(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/soac-chairs _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Fwd: Thursday, 15 July 2021
by Maureen Hilyard July 15, 2021

July 15, 2021

Thursday, 15 July 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest 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 <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Table of Contents Webinars - TUESDAY: "The UN, the EU, and Your Business, What Comes Next?" Webinar - NEXT WEEK: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar - NEW: Register for FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar - REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars Information Sharing - CLOSES MONDAY: Request for Information on Identity Verification Methods for SSAD Now Open - NEXT WEEK: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire - NEW: An Update from the NomComRIWG Chairs - NEW: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open - REMINDER: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 - REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building - REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group - REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open Public Comment - NEXT WEEK: Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2A - Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Webinars TUESDAY: "The UN, the EU, and Your Business, What Comes Next?" Webinar On Tuesday, 20 July 2021 at 16:00 UTC, the ICANN org North America Engagement team will host a webinar related to deliberations on how the infrastructure layer of the Internet is governed that are happening at the United Nations (UN) and within the European Union (EU). These discussions and proposed actions could affect the business sector. Register here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . NEXT WEEK: DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program Webinar ICANN will host a webinar on Thursday, 22 July 2021 at 16:00 UTC to provide the ICANN community with updates on its DNS Security Threat Mitigation Program, community-facing initiatives, Domain Abuse Activity Reporting System (DAAR), and Domain Name Security Threat Information Collection and Reporting (DNSTICR) project. Register here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…>. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . NEW: Register for FY23 IANA Functions and PTI Planning Webinar ICANN invites the community to join one of two public webinars to discuss planning for the fiscal year 2023 (FY23) Operating Plan and Budget (OP&B) for delivering the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions. The webinar will explain the planning process, the proposed operational priorities for FY23, timelines, and key assumptions. ICANN welcomes the community's questions and comments. Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 00:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Webinar 2 | Tuesday, 27 July 2021 | 16:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> The annual OP&B for the IANA functions has two components: a budget and operating plan for Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), the ICANN affiliate that performs the IANA functions, which outlines the planned activities and resources to deliver the core IANA functions. The second component includes the PTI budget plus additional programs and costs that the ICANN organization incurs overseeing and enabling the IANA functions. In addition to the webinars, the community has further opportunity to participate in this planning process. The draft plans will be put out for Public Comment in September before being considered for formal adoption in late 2021. REMINDER: ITI Update: Register Now for ICANN Public Comment Submission Training Webinars ICANN org will hold a series of training webinars outlining the new Public Comment submission process. During these sessions, our teams will provide the ICANN community with step-by-step instructions on how to draft and publish a Public Comment submission and outline how to manage your current and past submissions. You are encouraged to ask questions throughout these webinars to ensure you are well-prepared to use this improved feature. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Webinar 1 | Tuesday, 3 August 2021 | 14:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Webinar 2 | Wednesday, 4 August 2021 | 21:00 UTC | Register <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Information Sharing CLOSES MONDAY: Request for Information on Identity Verification Methods for SSAD Now Open ICANN org announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> that it has now opened the Request for Information (RFI) to better understand what may be commercially available in the marketplace to deliver some or all of the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure to Non-Public Registration Data (SSAD), including existing methods for identity verification. The RFI overview document can be viewed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . Indications of interest are to be submitted to ssad-odp-rfi(a)icann.org with the following information, upon which access will be provided to the RFI: - Name of the organization - Name of the contact - Email address of the contact The RFI will be open until 23:59 UTC on Monday, 19 July 2021. Read more. <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> NEW: An Update from the NomComRIWG Chairs The Nominating Committee Review Implementation Working Group (NomComRIWG <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> ) is making progress on review recommendations from the second organizational review of the NomCom. Several of the review recommendations have implications for the broader community and for ICANN governance. In particular, two areas of implementation may be of interest to the ICANN community: - The independent examiner's recommendation on rebalancing the NomCom - The design and installation of a new NomCom Standing Committee Rebalancing of the NomCom (Recommendation 10) The NomComRIWG presented its rebalancing proposal in a webinar at ICANN70 and recently met with the Organizational Effectiveness Committee (OEC) to discuss implementation of this recommendation, among others. Based upon its discussion with the OEC, the NomComRIWG developed a summary of community consultation and feedback on implementation for rebalancing the NomCom. Once the summary is finalized, it will be shared with the OEC and posted on the NomCom2 Review wiki workspace. The NomComRIWG's current Implementation Plan <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> for this recommendation proposes a change to the ICANN Bylaws, whereby the GNSO is allocated the same number of NomCom seats as it holds today, but is able to internally determine how those seats are allocated without requiring further change to the ICANN Bylaws. The NomComRIWG's intent with this proposal is to allow the GNSO to continue to evolve the allocation of NomCom delegates in response to the changing composition of GNSO constituencies and stakeholder groups. Nominating Committee Standing Committee Charter (Recommendation 24) The intended purpose of the Standing Committee is to support continuous improvement and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the Nominating Committee while enhancing the NomCom's transparency and accountability to the overall ICANN community. The Standing Committee will not oversee or participate in the daily work of the NomCom. However, recognizing that the membership of the NomCom changes annually, the Standing Committee is intended to provide continuity across annual NomCom cycles and build the institutional memory of the NomCom. The NomComRIWG is currently working on the next iteration of the Standing Committee charter to further refine the committee's purpose, scope, composition, and terms. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . NEW: APIGA 2021 Application Period Is Now Open The 2021 Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) announced <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> its application period is now open for their virtual program, which will run from Friday, 1 October through Tuesday, 30 November 2021. Sessions will be held once or twice a week to accommodate the schedules of students and young professionals. Participants will be expected to complete preparatory work between sessions. The final day of the academy will be a hybrid event in South Korea. Applications are due by Sunday, 8 August 2021. Please note that a stable Internet connection is required for participation. The application procedure and more information on APIGA can be accessed here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . NEXT WEEK: Community Input Needed: SSAD ODP Questionnaire ICANN has launched the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD) Operational Design Phase (ODP) Community Questionnaire to help determine how many potential users are expected to use the SSAD and the anticipated volume of requests if it is implemented. The questionnaire will play a critical role in assessing the feasibility and associated risks, costs, and resources required in the potential deployment of SSAD. ICANN org is looking for participation from community members who request nonpublic domain name registration data. The questionnaire <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> will be open until Thursday, 22 July (23:59 UTC). For questions, please contact jane.sexton(a)icann.org or isabelle.colas(a)icann.org. Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> REMINDER: Ninth Africa DNS Forum to Take Place Virtually 27-28 July 2021 The ninth Africa DNS Forum will be held virtually Tuesday and Wednesday, 27-28 July 2021 with the theme of "Evolving the DNS Ecosystem in Africa." The Africa DNS Forum is organized by the Africa Top Level Domains Organization (AFTLD), the Africa Registrar Association (AfRegistrar), and ICANN. The 2021 edition will take place as a two-day virtual event open to stakeholders in the African domain name industry. Sessions will cover topics including the evolution of the DNS ecosystem in the region, national and regional DNS Forum initiatives, emerging technical issues, financing and insurance in the DNS business, and compliance in the domain name industry. Participants will be able to join sessions through Zoom, and view through YouTube and Facebook streaming. To register, click here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . REMINDER: Nomination Period Opens for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building Today, ICANN org opened a one-month nomination period for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building. Please submit your nominations via this nomination form <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> by 23:59 UTC on Monday, 2 August 2021. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . Read more <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . REMINDER: Request for Early Input - GNSO Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process Working Group The GNSO Transfer Policy Review PDP Working Group requests input from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, Stakeholder Groups, and Constituencies on topics within the PDP charter. The request was sent on Wednesday, 30 June 2021 to ICANN community leaders. A copy of the letter is available here: https://community.icann.org/x/tIT8CQ. Responses to gnso-secs(a)icann.org are requested by Wednesday, 4 August 2021. REMINDER: Nominations for NextGen@ICANN Mentor Positions Now Open The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for its Mentor Program through Tuesday, 31 August 2021. The community-nominated selection committee will be responsible for overseeing the mentor selection process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> . Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. Public Comment CLOSES MONDAY: Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2A <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Close Date: Monday, 19 July 2021 Proposed Renewal of the .AERO Registry Agreement <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…> Close Date: Monday, 16 August 2021 Volume 3, Issue 51 | <https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0010m9fIewz-CKW0nhe_Rl0eJWmd2RNpAlBV6qDxkUg1dt…>

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