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For your reference: Recording Link - APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO held on 21 April
by Kelvin Wong April 21, 2016

April 21, 2016

Dear APRALO members, Following my brief update at the APRALO monthly call today on the APAC Space (web conference), I¹m appending the recording/presentation links for the APAC Space below. Just for your info, the APAC Space is a community driven initiative for APAC community to raise issues, share views and coordinate activities, and includes topics such as ongoing policy development processes (PDP) as well as public comment opportunities. The notes for this session will be posted once ready. Thank you. Recording link: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/p5shii7x2al/. Presentation slides and notes (notes will be posted when ready): https://community.icann.org/display/GSEAPAC/APAC+Space. Regards, Kelvin Kelvin WONG Head, Outreach & Public Responsibility, Asia Pacific Asia Pacific Hub, Singapore Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) www.icann.org <http://www.icann.org> Direct Line: +65 6816 1260 Email: kelvin.wong(a)icann.org Skype: kelvin.wong.icann To receive news, updates and announcements from ICANN APAC Hub, please subscribe here <http://icann.us3.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=818d573897ed5ea25ee71ebc1&id=a b7ff468f8> . From: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 5:29 PM To: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Subject: Recording Link - APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO | 21 April, 3:00UTC / 11:00 SGT | https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm Dear friends and colleagues, A big thank you to those who joined us for today¹s APAC Space Web Conference Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO. In case you missed it, the recording link can be accessed here: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/p5shii7x2al/. Presentation slides and other information are also available at our community wiki page: https://community.icann.org/display/GSEAPAC/APAC+Space. We¹ll follow up and share the notes to the discussion shortly as well, so please stay tuned. We are grateful for your time and contribution in making this a useful discussion. Thank you, Philadel on behalf of ICANN Asia Pacific Hub Email: apachub(a)icann.org <applewebdata://D538F1BB-A7B5-45AA-8BBC-68A88B027E33/apachub@icann.org> Subscribe: If this email has been forwarded to you and you wish to receive news, updates and announcements from us directly, kindly reply to this email with the text "subscribe me" in the subject line. Unsubscribe: If you no longer wish to receive any mailers from us, please reply to this email with the text "unsubscribe" in the subject line. From: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, April 21, 2016 at 9:54 AM To: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Subject: One hour to APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO | 21 April, 3:00UTC / 11:00 SGT | https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm Dear friends and colleagues, The APAC Space Web Conference - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO will begin shortly. Here are the details again: Adobe Connect: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm <https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm> Date: 21 April 2016 (Thursday) Time: 03:00 04:00 UTC | 11:00 12:00 SGT | Timezone Converter <http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=APAC+Space+Webinar +-+Discussion+on+APAC+Participation+in+GNSO&iso=20160421T03&p1=1440&ah=1> Agenda: 1. Introduction to APAC Space Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia and Jia-Rong Low, VP and MD APAC Hub, ICANN (2 mins) 2. Introduction to the issue by ICANN staff Joyce Chen, GSE Strategy & Development Senior Manager, ICANN (10 mins) 3. Community Discussion moderated by Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia (40 mins) 4. Overview of ongoing Policy Development Processes (PDP) and Public Comment opportunities (5 mins) 5. AOB & Closing (5 mins) Audio instructions and other details can be found in the original invitation appended below. Hope to see you there! Thank you, Philadel on behalf of ICANN Asia Pacific Hub Email: apachub(a)icann.org <applewebdata://D538F1BB-A7B5-45AA-8BBC-68A88B027E33/apachub@icann.org> From: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, April 18, 2016 at 1:58 PM To: ICANN APAC Hub <apachub(a)icann.org> Subject: APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO | 21 April, 3:00UTC / 11:00 SGT | https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm Dear friends and colleagues, You are invited to join us for the APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO (Generic Names Supporting Organization) taking place on Thursday, 21 April at 03:00 UTC | 11:00 SGT. At the recent APAC Space session in Marrakech (ICANN55), it was agreed that an additional session should be organized in between ICANN meetings to sustain community interaction and communication. We hope that the APAC Space will allow wider participation from the region and encourage active contribution to policy development issues. For those who are unfamiliar with the topic of APAC participation in GNSO, the web conference will serve as an introduction to the discussion as well, so please do join us. Date: 21 April 2016 (Thursday) Time: 03:00 04:00 UTC | 11:00 12:00 SGT | Timezone Converter <http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=APAC+Space+Webinar +-+Discussion+on+APAC+Participation+in+GNSO&iso=20160421T03&p1=1440&ah=1> Agenda: 1. Introduction to APAC Space Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia and Jia-Rong Low, VP and MD APAC Hub, ICANN (2 mins) 2. Introduction to the issue by ICANN staff Joyce Chen, GSE Strategy & Development Senior Manager, ICANN (10 mins) 3. Community Discussion moderated by Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia (40 mins) 4. Overview of ongoing Policy Development Processes (PDP) and Public Comment opportunities (5 mins) 5. AOB & Closing (5 mins) Questions: If you have any questions or items pertaining to the topic you'd like us to include, please send them in advance to apachub(a)icann.org. Please feel free to share this with friends/colleagues who may be interested as well. Come prepared: * Basic information regarding the issue can be found at the following link: https://www.icann.org/public-comments/gnso-review-draft-2015-06-01-en * The recent discussion on this issue at the last APAC Space (ICANN55) can be accessed at: https://meetings.icann.org/en/marrakech55/schedule/tue-apac-space * Additional information on the status of our discussion is linked here: https://forum.icann.org/lists/comments-gnso-review-01jun15/pdfNHIcHx273v.pdf Joining Instructions Link to Adobe Connect: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm <https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm> * After clicking the link to enter the Adobe Connect room, please choose 'Enter as a Guest', type in your first and last name, and click 'Enter Room¹. * Upon logging into Adobe Connect, a pop up window will provide you the option to Dial Out to your Phone. Enter your Phone Number* (Remember to change the Country Code if needed). * After joining the call, as a courtesy to others and the presenters, please MUTE your phone. This can be done by selecting *6 on your keypad. To UNMUTE select *6 again. If you are Unable to log into Adobe Connect and can only join via phone: List of International Dial In Numbers: http://tinyurl.com/kbhryl9 Participant Passcode: 645 127 3995 Additional information Mobile users can download the Adobe Connect App here: http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect/feature-details/adobe-connectmobi le.html <http://icann.us3.list-manage.com/track/click?u=818d573897ed5ea25ee71ebc1&id =2d8a4ffa3f&e=b069b213a5> Adobe Connect Diagnostic Test Link: https://arcps.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm (To test if computer and network connections are properly configured) If you¹re new to Adobe Connect, please view introductory video here: http://www.connectusers.com/tutorials/2010/11/c8_attending_a_meeting/index.p hp Thank you, Philadel on behalf of ICANN Asia Pacific Hub Email: apachub(a)icann.org <applewebdata://D538F1BB-A7B5-45AA-8BBC-68A88B027E33/apachub@icann.org>

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FW: [Webinar] IANA Stewardship Transition and Enhancing ICANN's Accountability
by Siranush Vardanyan April 21, 2016

April 21, 2016

Dear APRALO members, An interesting webinar on updates of current Transition will take place on April 28 at 12:00-13:00 UTC. Please, join. Thanks Siranush Friends and Colleagues, You are cordially invited to attend a webinar on the IANA Stewardship Transition and Enhancing ICANN's Accountability. This update webinar will touch upon the work undertaken after the proposal was submitted to the NTIA on 10 March 2016 at the ICANN meeting in Marrakech, Morocco. Currently, amendments to the bylaws are being undertaken in order for the proposal to be considered by the NTIA. If this all sounds interesting, please join us! When: Thursday 28 April 2016 at 12.00 – 13.00 UTC (for time conversions, please refer to the link at http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/)Where: On Adobe Connect at https://icann.adobeconnect.com/gseemea/ and over Telephone/Skype (dial-out numbers can be found online at http://bit.ly/1VBixSf)Agenda:TimeSlot NamePresenter12.00 – 12.03Welcome remarksBaher Esmat | VP, Global Stakeholder Engagement, Middle East | ICANN12.03 – 12.33Updates on the TransitionTheresa Swinehart | SVP, Multistakeholder Strategy and Strategic Initiatives | ICANN12.33 – 12.58Q&AOpen Floor12.58 – 13.00Closing RemarksBaher Esmat | VP, Global Stakeholder Engagement, Middle East | ICANN The call will be conducted in English. Questions and interventions can be posted either over the call or as text in the Adobe Connect room. In order to join the call, you can either; 1. Join by dialing into a toll-free number of your country as shown at http://bit.ly/1VBixSf either using a phone or via Skype by dialing one of the toll-free numbers listed in the same link. Once prompted for the conference code, please enter 39 38 08 36 11.2. Join via the Adobe Connect room at https://icann.adobeconnect.com/gseemea/ where the room provides you with a listen-in option as well as connecting your microphone directly to speak into the call. https://features.icann.org/event/icann-speaking-events/iana-stewardship-tra… We look forward to seeing you online! Thank you, Baher Esmat and Fahd BataynehGlobal Stakeholder Engagement, Middle EastICANN _______________________________________________ Fellowships-alumni mailing list Fellowships-alumni(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/fellowships-alumni

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Steve Crocker's Op-Ed in the WSJ
by Rinalia Abdul Rahim April 21, 2016

April 21, 2016

Dear APRALO, Chairman of the ICANN Board Steve Crocker's op-ed in the Wall Street Journal below regarding the IANA Stewardship Transition. Happy reading! Best regards, Rinalia (http://tinyurl.com/zu634s4*).* ------------------------------ *OPINION* *Broadening the Oversight of a Free and Open Internet * *Stewardship by the global community will guard against ‘capture’ by one group or government.* *By Stephen D. Crocker, **April 19, 2016 6:31 p.m. ET* Today the global Internet connects three billion of us. While it has grown, the world has shrunk. Geographic distance has become less relevant as we can more easily access information, communicate and reach new customers. The Internet has matured because it is free and open, led by the private economy and based on voluntary standards. It is built on the principles that define America: free enterprise and limited government. It is those same ideals of privatization that frame a proposal <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/iana-stewardship-transition-pac…> recently sent to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration that would transition stewardship of some key Internet technical functions away from the U.S. to a diverse and accountable global Internet community. Why is such a transition needed? Since the Internet’s inception, the U.S. Commerce Department and the California nonprofit corporation that I head, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers, have been in charge of coordinating the global assignment of Internet addresses and domain names. In 2014 the U.S. government decided a more international stewardship was appropriate. Since then, the global Internet community has been working on a proposal that assures that such a transition will not threaten the openness and freedom of the Internet. First and foremost, this proposal guards against “capture” by any one group or government. This is the primary reason the Internet community—along with businesses, civil society and other interest groups—has given its blessing to the changes. On March 17, representatives from the Intel <http://quotes.wsj.com/INTC> <http://quotes.wsj.com/INTC>Corporation, the Internet Society and others told Congress they supported the transition. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the U.S. Council for International Business, the Information Technology Industry Council, the Software & Information Industry Association and others also approve of the plan. Business leaders from companies like Google, Verizon <http://quotes.wsj.com/VZ>, <http://quotes.wsj.com/VZ>AT&T <http://quotes.wsj.com/T>, <http://quotes.wsj.com/T>Cisco <http://quotes.wsj.com/CSCO> <http://quotes.wsj.com/CSCO>and Yahoo <http://quotes.wsj.com/YHOO> <http://quotes.wsj.com/YHOO>participated in the development of the proposal. Academics from Harvard, George Mason University and other institutions also weighed in. From the International Chamber of Commerce to the Center for Democracy and Technology, diverse organizations have voiced support. These groups understand the vital role of the Internet in strengthening the global economy by creating jobs and economic growth. Almost $8 trillion of commerce takes place on the Internet annually, an example of how dependent the world economy has become on a single, unified network. But there are no guarantees about the Internet’s future. In fact, the transition proposal came from the understanding that maintaining the status quo would risk the single, free and open Internet that we cherish. If the U.S. does not transition its stewardship role to the global Internet community, then other governments may try to move control to organizations like the United Nations. There is also a risk that some governments may form their own national or regional networks. This disruptive splintering would damage the economy and weaken personal Internet use. This potential threat to the Internet was understood as far back as 1997, when the U.S. formalized its largely symbolic role as steward of some of the Internet’s technical functions. It intended to move away from this role once Icann was mature enough to operate without the U.S. as a backstop. In March 2014, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration announced that it wanted to begin the process of severing its contract with Icann. The government stipulated that Icann remain an incorporated U.S. nonprofit entity and would need to be strongly accountable to diverse stakeholders with an interest in the Internet. Over the past two years, myriad interests and participants in the global Internet community worked tirelessly to meet that challenge. Hundreds of stakeholders undertook an amazing effort that logged more than 400 meetings and calls, some 32,000 mailing list exchanges and hundreds of working hours to devise a transition proposal. A plan describing how the transition always envisioned could be implemented has now been delivered to the Commerce Department. The proposal reinforces the private economy-led model that has allowed policy to keep pace with the Internet’s growth. What could be more American than a world that has a free and open Internet, in which all stakeholders have a voice in its governance and no one interest has a controlling say? A successful stewardship transition will allow online innovation and productivity to continue to thrive. What’s more, it will be a validation of the approaches to other pressing transnational issues such as privacy, online content, interconnection fees, taxation and cybersecurity. This transition, maintaining the global Internet’s role as an incubator for innovation and a stimulator of domestic and international economic growth, merits broad support. We owe it to future generations to assure that the Internet of tomorrow is as free, open and resilient as the Internet of today. *Mr. Crocker is the chairman of the board of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers.*

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APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO | 21 April, 3:00UTC / 11:00 SGT | https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm
by Siranush Vardanyan April 19, 2016

April 19, 2016

Dear APRALO members, please, join the web conference which will cover APAC Participation in GNSO. The details of the call is provided below. Best Siranush From: apachub(a)icann.org To: apachub(a)icann.org Date: Mon, 18 Apr 2016 05:58:36 +0000 Subject: [Tld_discuss] APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO | 21 April, 3:00UTC / 11:00 SGT | https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm Dear friends and colleagues, You are invited to join us for the APAC Space (Web conference) - Discussion on APAC Participation in GNSO (Generic Names Supporting Organization) taking place on Thursday, 21 April at 03:00 UTC | 11:00 SGT. At the recent APAC Space session in Marrakech (ICANN55), it was agreed that an additional session should be organized in between ICANN meetings to sustain community interaction and communication. We hope that the APAC Space will allow wider participation from the region and encourage active contribution to policy development issues. For those who are unfamiliar with the topic of APAC participation in GNSO, the web conference will serve as an introduction to the discussion as well, so please do join us. Date: 21 April 2016 (Thursday) Time: 03:00 – 04:00 UTC | 11:00 – 12:00 SGT | Timezone Converter Agenda: Introduction to APAC Space – Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia and Jia-Rong Low, VP and MD APAC Hub, ICANN (2 mins) Introduction to the issue by ICANN staff – Joyce Chen, GSE Strategy & Development Senior Manager, ICANN (10 mins)Community Discussion – moderated by Edmon Chung, CEO DotAsia (40 mins)Overview of ongoing Policy Development Processes (PDP) and Public Comment opportunities (5 mins) AOB & Closing (5 mins) Questions: If you have any questions or items pertaining to the topic you'd like us to include, please send them in advance to apachub(a)icann.org. Please feel free to share this with friends/colleagues who may be interested as well. Come prepared: Basic information regarding the issue can be found at the following link: https://www.icann.org/public-comments/gnso-review-draft-2015-06-01-enThe recent discussion on this issue at the last APAC Space (ICANN55) can be accessed at: https://meetings.icann.org/en/marrakech55/schedule/tue-apac-spaceAdditional information on the status of our discussion is linked here: https://forum.icann.org/lists/comments-gnso-review-01jun15/pdfNHIcHx273v.pdf Joining Instructions Link to Adobe Connect: https://icann.adobeconnect.com/apacmtgrm After clicking the link to enter the Adobe Connect room, please choose 'Enter as a Guest', type in your first and last name, and click 'Enter Room’.Upon logging into Adobe Connect, a pop up window will provide you the option to Dial Out to your Phone. Enter your Phone Number* (Remember to change the Country Code if needed).After joining the call, as a courtesy to others and the presenters, please MUTE your phone. This can be done by selecting *6 on your keypad. To UNMUTE select *6 again. If you are Unable to log into Adobe Connect and can only join via phone: List of International Dial In Numbers: http://tinyurl.com/kbhryl9 Participant Passcode: 645 127 3995 Additional information Mobile users can download the Adobe Connect App here: http://www.adobe.com/products/adobeconnect/feature-details/adobe-connectmob… Adobe Connect Diagnostic Test Link: https://arcps.adobeconnect.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm (To test if computer and network connections are properly configured) If you’re new to Adobe Connect, please view introductory video here: http://www.connectusers.com/tutorials/2010/11/c8_attending_a_meeting/index.… Thank you, Philadel on behalf of ICANN Asia Pacific Hub Email: apachub(a)icann.org Subscribe: If this email has been forwarded to you and you wish to receive news, updates and announcements from us directly, kindly reply to this email with the text "subscribe me" in the subject line. Unsubscribe: If you no longer wish to receive any mailers from us, please reply to this email with the text "unsubscribe" in the subject line. _______________________________________________ Tld_discuss mailing list Tld_discuss(a)tld.asia https://mailman.dotasia.org/mailman/listinfo/tld_discuss

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Meeting Invitation / APRALO Monthly Call - Thursday, 21 April 2016 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 18, 2016

April 18, 2016

Dear All, The next APRALO Monthly Call is scheduled on Thursday, 21 April 2016 at 06:00 UTC. For other times: http://tinyurl.com/zvddpur The agenda and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/eQl1Aw Adobe Connect Room: <http://icann.adobeconnect.com/apralo>http://icann.adobeconnect.com/apralo Chinese interpretation will be provided on this call. Conference ID's: English: 1638 Chinese: 2038 APRALO wiki workspace: <https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi>https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi If you are unable to attend the call please send an email indicating your absence and we will note this information on the agenda. If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: <mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> staff(a)atlarge.icann.org Thank you. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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> [unknown.png]

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[IGFmaglist] IGF 2016 Call for Workshop Proposals
by Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro April 15, 2016

April 15, 2016

Dear Colleagues, Call for Workshop Proposals is open. See Secretariat's email below re deadlines. Apologies for cross posting. Kind Regards, Sala ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: "Chengetai Masango" <cmasango(a)unog.ch> Date: 16 Apr 2016 6:20 am Subject: [IGFmaglist] IGF 2016 Call for Workshop Proposals To: "IGF Maglist" <Igfmaglist(a)intgovforum.org> Cc: Dear All, > > > > The IGF Secretariat has published the Call for workshop proposals at: > > > > http://www.intgovforum.org/cms/igf16-workshops > > > > The deadline to submit a proposal is *6 June 2016.* > > > > I would be grateful if you could all kindly publicize the call through > your respective stakeholder networks. > > > > Best regards > > > > Chengetai > > > > > > _______________________________________________ > Igfmaglist mailing list > Igfmaglist(a)intgovforum.org > http://intgovforum.org/mailman/listinfo/igfmaglist_intgovforum.org > >

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ALL FOR MEMBERS: At-Large Public Interest Working Group
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 8, 2016

April 8, 2016

Dear All, On behalf of Wolf Ludwig, Chair of the At-Large Public Interest Working Group, this is a call for members for this new group. The mission of the At-Large Public Interest Working Group is to discuss issues related to the public interest in the context of ICANN and the manner in which end users are impacted. This Working Group is open to interested members of the At-Large community. If you are interested in joining, please either leave a comment on the At-Large Public Interest Working Group Workspace<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Public+Interest+Workin…> or write to At-Large staff<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> by Friday, 15 April 2016. Kind regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, Terri Agnew and Yeşim Nazlar ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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> [unknown.png]

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