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(Please read & action) IMPORTANT - Notice to Motion the Adoption of APRALO ROP 2024
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 25, 2024

June 25, 2024

Dear ALSes and UIMs, We are glad to share the final draft of the APRALO Rules of Procedure (RoP) 2024 [drive.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/drive.google.com/file/d/1L3AsU8stUXIKc4Y…> for your perusal. Background: As many of you may recall, at the General Assembly 2023 held in Istanbul in September 2023, it was discussed and agreed that the existing APRALO RoP of 2014 needed to be revised to meet more current requirements. The APRALO ROPs Review Working Group was subsequently reconstituted to complete the work on the same. On 2 February the final draft developed by the working group was shared with the community for input and following that input process, was forwarded to ICANN Legal for vetting. Important : Please visit the dedicated page on APRALO ROP2024 Adoption Wiki Page<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/APRALO+ROP+2024+ADOPTION> for more details. In terms of next steps for its adoption: · Kindly review the attached Final Draft of APRALO ROP 2024 and relay any queries to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> · Do attend the next APRALO Monthly Call on 18 July 2024 at 06:00 UTC, where the Working Group Co-Chairs, Cheryl and Justine, will provide a brief presentation on the APRALO RoP 2024 for approval and address queries received (if any). · The adoption process will take place from 19 July to 2 August via online voting conducted with the APRALO electorate. As per the existing RoP Section 23. Amendment of the Rules of Procedure, Subsection 23.1, approval of any modification of the APRALO Rules of Procedure requires a Supermajority vote of the APRALO. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN FOR THE MOTION TO ADOPT THE APRALO ROP 2024 Mover: Amrita Choudhury Seconder: Cherie Lagakali WHEREAS, 1. The APRALO had adopted its current APRALO Rules of Procedure (ROP) on 26 March 2014. 2. The APRALO had constituted an APRALO Rules of Procedure Working Group (APRALO ROPs Review WG) in 2019 for the purpose of reviewing and improving the existing APRALO ROP. 3. The At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) had ratified the ALS (At-Large Structure) Mobilization Working Party Report on 4 December 2020 and the Unaffiliated Individual Members (UIM) Mobilization Working Party Report on 25 March 2021. 4. In light of the ALAC's ratification of the 2 mentioned Working Party Reports, the APRALO ROPs Review WG concluded that a review of the existing APRALO ROP must include consideration of the recommendations of the 2 Working Party Reports. 5. Early work on reviewing and improving the existing APRALO ROP was discussed at the APRALO General Assembly 2023 held in Istanbul, Türkiye on 12-13 September 2023. 6. Following the APRALO General Assembly 2023, the APRALO ROPs Review WG was reconstituted in early October 2023. 7. The APRALO ROPs Review WG completed its substantial review and redrafting of the existing APRALO ROP in January 2024, and with the draft ROP of 31 January 2024 having undergone vetting by ICANN Legal, the APRALO ROPs Review WG Co-Chairs Cheryl Langdon-Orr and Justine Chew then completed a final check and generated the Final Draft APRALO ROP 2024 as at 3 May 2024 [drive.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/drive.google.com/file/d/1L3AsU8stUXIKc4Y…> for adoption by APRALO. RESOLVED, 1. The Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Regional At-Large Organization (APRALO) adopts the APRALO Rules of Procedure 2024 dated 3 May 2024, including the accompanying Adjunct Documents ("APRALO ROP 2024") effectively immediately. 2. The APRALO directs At-Large Support staff to post the APRALO ROP 2024 on the APRALO website and relevant wiki space. Thank you. Kind regards, APRALO Leadership

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Updates requested for APRALO Monthly Newsletter by 28 June
by Amrita Choudhury June 24, 2024

June 24, 2024

Dear APRALO Community, If you or your ALS has done any ICANN activities in the month of May or June please share the same by 28 June to the APRALO Newsletter Curation Team ( Phyo, Bibek, Ashrafur) *Format for sending* - Event Name - A description of the event in 100 words. You can share a hyperlink to the detailed event report. - Picture of the event Regards Amrita

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At-Large Calls / Week of 24 - 28 June 2024
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 24, 2024

June 24, 2024

Dear All, Please find below the list of At-Large meetings for the week of 24 - 28 June 2024 Monday, 24 June 2024 23:00 UTC: LACRALO Monthly: https://community.icann.org/x/VACWF- Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYodumtqDoiEtM4X-N37TePJJ-wf10UKeiR <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOigqj0pG9AJs1G_oLypLnFStphsAJR9> Tuesday, 25 June 2024 17:30 UTC: ICANN80 Multi Lingual Readout by EURALO: https://community.icann.org/x/JgCHF - Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkceGtqTktGdGk5fpiNdER1Iaqj6lUlBy9 Wednesday, 26 June 2024 19:00 UTC: At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG): https://community.icann.org/x/pgBhF - Zoom LInk: https://icann.zoom.us/j/765717566?pwd=UTJCdWRSZVdJNEhOYW02OVBqQVQ1Zz09 Thursday, 27 June 2024 06:00 UTC: APRALO ICANN80 Read-out: https://community.icann.org/x/KoDFF - Zoom Registration Link:https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CvrzMuE9BdvSheeFrfIca8pbULBwLZ 14:00 UTC: At-Large Operations, Finance & Budget Working Group (OFB-WG): https://community.icann.org/x/AoDXF Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOigqj0pG9AJs1G_oLypLnFStphsAJR9> Friday, 28 June 2024 None Please confirm your dial-out requests or apology notice to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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** REGISTER** APRALO ICANN80 Read-out on Thursday, 27 June 2024 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CvrzMuE9BdvSheeFrfIca8pbULBwLZ Please join us and spread the word! [cid710423*image001.jpg(a)01DA751C.7349A030] Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN80 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday 27 June 2024 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GNSO, GAC, ccNSO and ICANN80 Fellow panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN80 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4b4rbe5v The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/KoDFF APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 ADIGO toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CvrzMuE9BdvSheeFrfIca8pbULBwLZ Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [signature_1785902130]

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APRALO ICANN80 Read-out
by ICANN Policy Calendar June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CvrzMuE9BdvSheeFrfIca8pbULBwLZ Please join us and spread the word! Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN80 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday 27 June 2024 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GNSO, GAC, ccNSO and ICANN80 Fellow panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN80 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4b4rbe5v The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/KoDFF APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 ADIGO toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYof-CvrzMuE9BdvSheeFrfIca8pbULBwLZ Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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Re: [APAC-Discuss] REMINDER- ATTENTION - Call for Volunteers: Pilot Holistic Review- BY 19 JUNE 2024
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 19, 2024

June 19, 2024

Dear all, Reminder. All volunteers are asked to apply no later than 23:59 UTC on 19 June 2024 for your application to be considered. Thank you very much! At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<http://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icannatlarge<http://facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [signature_14580011] From: At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 11:46 AM To: at-large worldwide <at-large(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, APAC discuss <apac-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, AFRI-Discuss <afri-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, LAC-Discuss-en <lac-discuss-en(a)icann.org>, "na-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org" <na-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org>, Discussion Europe <euro-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Cc: Jonathan Zuck <JZuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org> Subject: ATTENTION - Call for Volunteers: Pilot Holistic Review- BY 19 JUNE 2024 Dear Members/Prospective Volunteers, Kindly note the call for volunteers to participate in the Pilot Holistic Review that will commence work on 25 September 2024 and was published by ICANN org last Friday May 24. See ICANN org announcement: https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/call-for-volunteers-pilot-ho… Volunteers are asked to apply by filling out and submitting the following two (2) forms: ICANN ORG APPLICATION FORM [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCufia…> (Required by ICANN) AND At-Large EOI form [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYTcUc…> (Required by ALAC) which is to be used by the ALAC in their deliberations regarding applications received in good order and in keeping with the guidance found in part 2.5.1 in the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews linked below. Please note that both forms are required to be completed and submitted. All volunteers are asked to apply no later than 23:59 UTC on 19 June 2024 for your application to be considered. Thank you very much! At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<http://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icannatlarge<http://facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge> [signature_612695279]

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At-Large Calls / Week of 17 - 21 june 2024
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 14, 2024

June 14, 2024

Dear All, Please find below the list of At-Large meetings for the week of 17 - 21 June 2024 Monday, 17 June 2024 None Tuesday, 18 June 2024 None Wednesday, 19 June 2024 None Thursday, 20 June 2024 18:00 UTC: At-Large Operations, Finance & Budget Working Group (OFB-WG): https://community.icann.org/x/HgBhF- Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92139943237?pwd=RR7XGoRSXgUGFm2K4QKyAFEp54AzQb.1 <https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYpcOigqj0pG9AJs1G_oLypLnFStphsAJR9> Friday, 21 June 2024 None Please confirm your dial-out requests or apology notice to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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Re: [APAC-Discuss] APAC-Discuss Digest, Vol 211, Issue 1
by Bibek Silwal June 7, 2024

June 7, 2024

Dear All, Thank you for the support everyone has shown in the election process as well in my involvement in APRALO activities. I take this as an opportunity to learn and gain more experience within the ICANNs and APRALO' s remit. I am really grateful to APRALO' s leadership team and chair Amrita for constant encouragement and support. I am even more motivated to work, contribute and indulge more, as well as wish to work with the leadership team to encourage more youth members in APRALO. Again really indebted for all your support. Safe travels to everyone travelling to Kigali. See you in Kigali. With best regards, Bibek Silwal On Sat, Jun 1, 2024 at 8:07 AM <apac-discuss-request(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> wrote: > Send APAC-Discuss mailing list submissions to > apac-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/apac-discuss > or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to > apac-discuss-request(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > > You can reach the person managing the list at > apac-discuss-owner(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > > When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific > than "Re: Contents of APAC-Discuss digest..." > Today's Topics: > > 1. APRALO Vote Result Announcement (ICANN At-Large Staff) > > > > ---------- Forwarded message ---------- > From: ICANN At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> > To: "apac-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org" < > apac-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> > Cc: > Bcc: > Date: Sat, 1 Jun 2024 02:22:01 +0000 > Subject: [APAC-Discuss] APRALO Vote Result Announcement > > Dear All, > > On behalf of Amrita Choudhury, Chair of APRALO, we are pleased to announce > that the following APRALO candidates have been selected through the recent > APRALO 2024 Elections: > > Satish Babu – ALAC Member representing APRALO (Term: 2024 AGM – 2026 AGM; > by election) > > > > Aris Ignacio - APRALO Vice Chair (Term: 2024 AGM - 2026 AGM; by election) > > > > Priyatosh Jana – ALAC Delegate to the NomCom representing the APAC Region > (Term: 2024 AGM – 2026 AGM; by election) Note: Priyatosh Jana is the regionally > selected candidate to be recommended to the ALAC*. *However, please see the > important note from the APRALO Leadership below. Please also note that the > ALAC will select the final ALAC Delegates for all regions. > > > > *** > *2024 APRALO Vote for ALAC Member – Tally Vote > Results: https://tally.icann.org/cgi/results?e=fb9551c287c > <https://tally.icann.org/cgi/results?e=fb9551c287c>* > > Who do you support to become the APRALO ALAC Member (RALO Selected) for > the period of two years, beginning at the end of the ICANN81 Annual General > Meeting: > > > > *Rank* > > *Election ID* > > *Options* > > *Votes* > > *%* > > 1 > > fb9551c287c > > Satish Babu > > 34 > > 2 > > fb9551c287c > > Fouad Bajwa > > 10 > > 3 > > fb9551c287c > > Abstain > > 3 > > > > *** > > *2024 APRALO Vote for APRALO Vice Chair* - *Tally Vote Results*: > https://tally.icann.org/cgi/results?e=fb9551c287c > > Who do you support to become the APRALO Vice Chair for the period of two > years, beginning at the end of the ICANN81 Annual General Meeting: > > *Rank* > > *Election ID* > > *Options* > > *Votes* > > *%* > > 1 > > fb9551c287c > > Aris Ignacio > > 27 > > 2 > > fb9551c287c > > Vladimer Svanadze > > 17 > > 3 > > fb9551c287c > > Abstain > > 3 > > *** > > *2024 APRALO ALAC Delegate to the NomCom* > > Who do you support to be the APRALO Recommended Candidate for the position > of the ALAC Delegate to the NomCom from the Asian, Australasian and Pacific > Islands Region for the period of two years, beginning at the end of the > ICANN81 Annual General Meeting: > > *Rank* > > *Election ID* > > *Options* > > *Votes* > > *%* > > 1 > > fb9551c287c > > Priyatosh Jana > > 23 > > 2 > > fb9551c287c > > Muhammad Shabbir > > 11 > > 3 > > fb9551c287c > > Bibek Silwal > > 6 > > 4 > > fb9551c287c > > Abstain > > 8 > > > *You may review the results independently under:* > > APRALO NomCom Candidate: https://tally.icann.org/cgi/results?e=fb9551c287c > > > *Explanation: * > In these votes, electorates can only choose one candidate, > or to abstain. The vote electorate is anonymous. > > > > At-Large staff would like to congratulate Satish, Aris and Priyatosh. > > > > All results have been posted on the *2024 ALAC and RALO Elections, > Selections and Appointments <https://community.icann.org/x/qAAIEw>*. > > > > *Important Note from the APRALO Leadership Team:* > > The APRALO LT has unanimously agreed to recommend Charles Mok as its > alternative candidate for the seat of ALAC Delegate to the NomCom > representing the Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Region. This > recommendation accompanies that of the regional recommendation Priyatosh > Jana, the regionally selected recommendation for the same seat. > > > The APRALO LT believes that Charles Mok is the more suitable candidate for > the role, based on his experience and skills as demonstrated in his SOI, > and that he possesses a clear understanding of the mandate of an ALAC > Delegate to the NomCom. His SOI is attached, summarized as follows: > > - Charles has been extensively involved in various Internet Governance > and Tech communities in Asia Pacific Region and is well respected in the > community. > - He has an understanding of ICANN and APRALO (in the past he has > served as Chair of APRALO, been involved in ccNSO as ccTLD operator for > .hk), > - He has extensive corporate governance experience having been or is > currently on the board of directors of several organizations, including the > ISOC Board of Trustees and the International Centre for Trade Transparency > and Monitoring (ICTTM), and has chaired ISOC’s Governance Committee. > - Charles has for the past two years served on ISOC’s PIR Nominations > Committee, which interviews and selects the candidates for the Board of > Directors of the Public Interest Registry (PIR). > - He is well versed with present day geo-politicism, the changing > nature of the IG ecosystem and the challenges faced, being a member of the > Advisory Committee of the Krach Institute for Tech Diplomacy at Purdue > (KITDP) and as a Research Scholar at the Global Digital Policy Incubator > (GDPi) of the Cyber Policy Center at Stanford University, focusing on cyber > laws and policies in the Asia Pacific region. > - He is articulate and can work in a team to arrive at outcomes (In > the past he has served as a Parliamentarian in Hong Kong) > > > > Kind Regards, > > ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community > > > > > > At-Large Staff > > ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community > > Website: 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> > > > > [image: signature_3274689923] > _______________________________________________ > APAC-Discuss mailing list > APAC-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/apac-discuss > > _______________________________________________ > 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. > -- *With Best Regards,* *Bibek Silwal* *+977-9843220120* *[image: Please consider the environment before printing]*

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(Please read) Here’s Everything You Need to Know Before ICANN80
by ICANN At-Large Staff June 6, 2024

June 6, 2024

[https://nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=e022f70c-6495-4825-a058-dd8dbcbac5a8…] [ICANN80 Newsletter Header graphic][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> ‌ ICANN80 Newsletter 6 June 2024 MEETING SCHEDULE [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> TOP NEWS Looking Ahead to the June Board Workshop and ICANN80 [Tripti Sinha headshot graphic][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> By Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board Chair As we approach the second ICANN Public Meeting of 2024, the ICANN Board, community, and organization are focused on working together to achieve our shared goals and fulfilling our mission. Next week, we will gather online and in Kigali, Rwanda, for the ICANN80 Policy Forum [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>, with the goal of advancing the work of ICANN's multistakeholder community. On Sunday, 9 June, the Government of Rwanda will host a High-Level Government Meeting [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. Led by ICANN's Governmental Advisory Committee, the meeting highlights the critical role of governments in advising on key ICANN policies. Before these events, the Board will hold a workshop 7–8 June in Kigali to prepare for the meetings and advance its work in key areas. For an overview of the agenda for our workshop, read my blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. A Preview of the ICANN80 Policy Forum [ICANN80 Policy Forum logo][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> By Nathalie Peregrine, Community Operations Senior Manager, Policy Support From 10 to 13 June 2024, we will convene for the ICANN80 Policy Forum in Kigali. This is the first-ever ICANN Public Meeting in Rwanda and the third Policy Forum in Africa. As we approach the start of this meeting, we encourage you to visit the ICANN80 website [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. Here, you can register and find important information about travel, hotel, transportation, health, and safety. You can also review the materials from Prep Week [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>, which featured nine webinars to help the ICANN community and public prepare for work sessions. We also recommend reading the ICANN80 Policy Outlook Report [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. The ICANN community has taken the lead in organizing the four-day program. Read my blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> for highlights from the schedule. Welcome to ICANN80! [Photo of Pierre Dandjinou, VP, Stakeholder Engagement - Africa][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> By Pierre Dandjinou, VP, Stakeholder Engagement – Africa Welcome to the ICANN80 meeting in the vibrant city of Kigali, hosted by the Government of Rwanda. As we gather from around the world from 10–13 June, this landmark event offers an extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of the Internet together. Kigali, known for its beautiful landscapes and dynamic growth in technology, is the perfect backdrop for discussions on Internet governance and digital innovation. The Government of Rwanda will also be hosting the 5th High-Level Government Meeting on Sunday, 9 June. These gatherings underscore the vital role governments play in advising the ICANN Board on public policy issues that are crucial for the secure and stable operation of the Domain Name System (DNS). We are thrilled to gather a diverse group of global stakeholders in Rwanda, fostering dialogue that bridges continents and cultures. Prepare for a Policy Forum filled with insightful discussions, collaborative workshops, and meaningful networking. We look forward to your important contributions to a more connected and inclusive digital future. ICANN NEWS NCAP Recommendations for the Next Round [ICANN SSAC logo][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> In its mission to safeguard the Domain Name System (DNS) and its users, as well as protect and secure a single, open, and globally interoperable Internet, ICANN continues to address name collisions and their associated risks. Name collisions occur when a domain used in the global DNS namespace is also used in a different namespace (e.g., private enterprise), where users, software, or other functions may misinterpret it. Imagine encountering the same name used for different purposes – that's a name collision in the DNS. The Name Collision Analysis Project (NCAP) Discussion Group embarked on a series of studies and research projects centered on the critical issues surrounding name collisions. The NCAP Discussion Group presents its research, findings, and guidance for addressing name collisions in the NCAP Study 2 report. The Security and Stability Advisory Committee (SSAC) subsequently endorsed the NCAP Discussion Group’s findings and urged the ICANN Board to adopt the recommendations within the report. Read more from Ram Mohan, SSAC Chair, in his blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. ICANN80 NEWS AND RESOURCES Prepare for ICANN80: Kigali, Rwanda Fun Facts! [Photo of the Kigali skyline][nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> As you pack your bags or prepare to attend the upcoming ICANN80 Public Meeting virtually, get ready to experience Kigali, Rwanda – one of Africa’s most dynamic cities. Here are a few essential things you should know about Kigali. · It’s pristine: Kigali is often praised for its cleanliness, routinely ranked as one of the cleanest cities in Africa. In an initiative called Umuganda, residents gather to clean the city on the last Saturday of every month. Even Paul Kagame, the President of Rwanda, participates in Umuganda. · Kigali means "Land of a Thousand Hills.” The city’s beautiful geography offers lush, green landscapes and dramatic views. Kigali is laid out across numerous hills, which provide a picturesque setting that contrasts dramatically with its bustling urban areas. · A Love of Coffee: Rwanda's coffee is world-renowned, and Kigali has numerous local cafes that offer a taste of the country’s premium brew. The city is perfect for coffee aficionados who enjoy discovering unique local flavors and brews. You can learn more fun facts about Kigali in our recent blog [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. 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If you missed any sessions or would like a recap, you can find the session recordings and materials on the ICANN80 schedule [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>. Read the Policy Outlook Report and the GNSO Policy Briefing ICANN org's Policy Development Support team has published the ICANN80 Policy Outlook Report [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…>, which provides an overview of the planned activities of the Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. The Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Policy Support team has published the ICANN80 Policy Briefing [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001HvUAIHi…> to help the community prepare for ICANN80. 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Imp: Update Requested on APRALO Outreach and Engagement Plan FY24
by Amrita Choudhury June 5, 2024

June 5, 2024

Dear APRALO Members (ALS and UIMs) *Kindly update the APRALO Outreach and Engagement Plan (FY24 ending June 2024) sheet <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VaDoHAN45HpGO_EfypPRn6YvQRgoprB5de_DE7y…> with the update of the initiative you had listed to do at the GA and share by 30 May 2024* Additionally if you have done any other activity or plan to do something by June 2024, please share the same in comment mode in this sheet . Regards, Amrita

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