Thanks Javier, I agree.  

However, with natural disasters being more common globally, it would be good to get some perspective of mitigating similar risks for At-Large as an issue.

Other participants are welcome.

M

On Fri, Feb 9, 2018 at 7:17 AM, Javier Rua <javrua@gmail.com> wrote:

Thanks! I think the Puerto Rico perspective will be well covered there by ccNSO councilor Mr. Pablo Rodríguez from .PR Top Level Domain, who is quite knowledgeable and a good friend.

Javier Rúa-Jovet

twitter: @javrua
skype: javier.rua1


On Feb 9, 2018, at 1:10 PM, Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard@gmail.com> wrote:

FYI.  Anyone who is available is invited to attend to contribute to this discussion (in person in Puerto Rico or remotely)
It coincides with the WT5 meeting.

M


---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Joke Braeken <joke.braeken@icann.org>
Date: Fri, Feb 9, 2018 at 5:32 AM
Subject: invitation to present at the ccNSO Members Meeting (Wed, 14 March): ICANN61
To: Pablo Rodriguez <pablo@nic.pr>, Maureen Hilyard <maureen.hilyard@gmail.com>, Leonid Todorov <l.todorov@aptld.org>, Miguel Ignacio Estrada <gm@staff.lactld.org>, Barrack Otieno <otieno.barrack@gmail.com>, Peter Van Roste <peter@centr.org>
Cc: Alejandra Reynoso <alejandra.reynoso@cctld.gt>, Katrina Sataki <katrina@nic.lv>


Dear all,

 

This e-mail is to invite you to give a presentation at the session on the Impact of natural disasters on ccTLDs, registrars and registrants, and mitigation of the impact, held during the ccNSO Members at ICANN61 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.  The session will take place on Wednesday morning, 14 March (Room 209 BC).

Below please find some information on the timing and further practical details, including the deadline to submit your presentation slides.  May I kindly invite you to confirm your participation at your earliest convenience? Thank you!

 

= = = =

09:00     09:05     Impact natural disasters on ccTLDs, registrars and registrants and mitigation of the impact               

Session Chair: Katrina Sataki

09:00    09:05     introduction by the session chair

09:05     09:20     recent experience for .pr: Pablo Rodriguez (.pr) 

09:20     09:35     Maureen Hilyard (ALAC)

09:35     10:05     Survey results regional organisations: presenter(s) TBC

10:05     10:15     Q&A ad wrap-up

= = = =

 

Background on this session:
Javier Rua-Jovet, ALAC member from Puerto Rico has asked the ALAC if it would be possible to investigate the possibility of some global ICANN protection and/or mitigation measures to help people who might experience a similar situation (anywhere in the world, for whatever disaster situation).   The idea was raised to give some consideration to a flexible policy that could alleviate the anxieties of registrants  whose domain names may be at risk of expiry if they are not resumed within the critical time frames.  This would be  especially relevant to areas that are more susceptible to similar types of natural disasters that can wipe out essential internet related infrastructure and access. The ALAC  is seeking support from other SO/ACs for developing a strategy that they might propose to the Board. The “helping ccTLDs, registrars and registrants in case of natural disasters”-session was placed on the agenda of the ICANN61 ccNSO Members Meeting, based on a conversation Katrina had with ALAC, and a mutual commitment to turn this session into something valuable for both communities, while we meet in San Juan.

http://www.circleid.com/posts/20171118_icann_guidance_to_domain_registrars_registries_about_hurricane/

https://www.icann.org/news/blog/assisting-registrants-in-areas-affected-by-hurricane-maria

 

The deadline to submit your presentation slides: 

Tue, 27 February 2018, end of day.  Please send your slides to Kim (kimberly.carlson@icann.org ) with me (joke.braeken@icann.org ) in copy. Kindly let us know if you do not intend to use any slides, or if the deadline cannot be met.

 

Tips to make your presentation interactive: 

Being asked to participate in a presentation makes listeners more interested and engaged. Simple movements like a show of hands can reinvigorate a distracted audience. Having audience interaction makes your presentation more interesting and easier on everyone. Presenters can either take a seat at the head table or use a roving microphone.

 

Format presentation slides: 

.pdf AND the original (for instance in .ppt). The ccNSO Secretariat would appreciate to have both versions to make the broadcast in the AdobeConnect room a success.  Should your slides have animations, a correct display cannot be guaranteed.  Kim is available to assist you regarding any questions you might have about the format or display of the presentation slides.

 

ICANN61: links

 

 

 

We look forward to seeing you in Puerto Rico. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you!

 

Best regards,

 

Joke Braeken

ccNSO Policy Advisor 

 

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