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ICANN Community Digest - ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Dear All, Please note our Cross RALO Roundtable on ICANNs 25th Anniversary – see under information sharing! Thank you. Kind regards, Gisella [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a1793ac1-eec6-42cd-8ad3-82a2488bff1c&a=112202…] Monday, 11 September 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN78 · WEDNESDAY: Translation Deadlines · FRIDAY: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years · NEW: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 WEDNESDAY: 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> by 13 SEPTEMBER. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the start of the meeting, with the possibility of potential changes. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated FRIDAY: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years The Board Strategic Planning Committee (BSPC) leads the strategic planning process on behalf of the Board, and ICANN org works closely with the BSPC and the Board to support this work. The outcome of this process will be a new five-year strategic plan. Please join the informational webinar on 21 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC. The webinar will include an overview of the strategic planning approach, process, timeline, and how to participate. Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> NEW: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable At-Large invites you to attend this exciting virtual Cross RALO Roundtable with honoured guest speakers. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 September 2023 ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>. Volume 5, Issue 66 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 14 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>

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Monday 18 September ** Please Register & Share ** Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 10, 2023

Sept. 10, 2023

Please join us and spread the word! Interpretation English, Français, Русский, Español, Português, Arabic, Chinese Dear All, On behalf of the Five Regional At-Large Organizations: AFRALO, APRALO, EURALO, LACRALO and NARALO and the ALAC Chair, please join us for the Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversay Roundtable on Monday, 18 September 2023 from 14:00-16:00 UTC. Let's start to celebrate the 25th ICANN Anniversary! We invite you to attend this exciting virtual Cross RALO Roundtable with honoured guest speakers. Talking about the leading to the creation of #ICANN: Paul Twomey, Christopher Wilkinson, Roberto Gaetano, Tony Harris, Becky Burr and Joe Sims. About the first ICANN Board meetings: Nii Quaynor, Pindar Wong, Jean-François Abramatic and Alejandro Pisanty. We are happy to welcome Esther Dyson, First ICANN Board Chair and Michael Roberts, First ICANN President and CEO. Join us, ask questions, exchange with our guest speakers and have a look at the Future with Tripti Sinha, Chair of the ICANN Board, Sally Costerton, ICANN interim President and CEO, Jonathan Zuck, ALAC Chair and the 5 Regional At-Large Organizations (RALO) leaders. Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/display/EURALO/2023-09-18+Cross+RALO+Roundtable… ZOOM REGISTRATION required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpcOCsrDkjHdIUxNkyzNUGyB3CgmJY5nT2 [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpcOCsr…> Important: Please keep note of the zoom room as you will be sent an unique link! Zoom will be in English. To join the language channels, please dial in to the ADIGO bridge, using 1638 ID and inform the operator of the language channel you wish to join or send staff your dial-out request with the language channel. Please join us and spread the word! Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!uMsTNLP_N…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!uMs…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!uMs…>

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** IMPORTANT Action ** Hybrid APRALO General Assembly
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 10, 2023

Sept. 10, 2023

Dear APRALO Community, With less than 2 days until the HYBRID APRALO General Assembly starts in Istanbul, please note the following: IMPORTANT ACTIONS: Registration for the Hybrid APRALO General Assembly 1. Registration (for in person AND remote participants) for the Hybrid APRALO General Assembly – https://events.icann.org/apralo2023/registration 2. Zoom Registration for 12 & 13 September: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwqf-ivqz0uHtcDtERujlMl2UJDlQJ_pBLi (please note your unique zoom link!) Draft APRALO General Assembly Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/VYBUDw Looking forward to welcoming you in person or online. Thank you. Kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Email: gisella.gruber(a)icann.org<mailto:gisella.gruber@icann.org> Tel: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Skype ID: gisella.gw[gisella.gw]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__gisella.gw&d=DwMFaQ&c=F…> One World, One Internet From: Gisella Gruber <gisella.gruber(a)icann.org> on behalf of At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Date: Tuesday, 22 August 2023 at 23:08 To: APAC-Discuss <apac-discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Subject: ** IMPORTANT ** Invitation: APRALO Pre GA Webinar on Thursday 24 August 2023 at 06:00 UTC This webinar is for both *Funded IN PERSON* as well as all REMOTE participants. This is a fully HYBRID General Assembly ***Please note, if you are sending an apology or dial-out request, please ONLY send to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> (do NOT reply to all) **** Dear APRALO General Assembly Participants, Please note we are holding an APRALO Pre-General Assembly (GA) Webinar on Thursday, 24 August 2023 at 06:00 UTC. Kindly note that is session is *mandatory*, as an ALS representative funded to attend the APRALO General Assembly in Istanbul. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/mry6cf6m [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/mry6cf6m__;!!PtGJab4!-n2jmye…> If you are *not* able to attend, please send At-Large Staff your apology to be noted. The goal of this webinar is to prepare *all* participants for the upcoming APRALO F2F General Assembly. Please note, that in advance of this webinar, your attention should go to the information on this wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/OoBXDg>, especially under “Preparation Work for all the funded travellers”. “Draft” APRALO General Assembly Agenda (work in progress): https://community.icann.org/x/VYBUDw IMPORTANT ACTION: 1. Registration (for in person AND remote participants) for the F2F APRALO General Assembly (this will also generate F2F participants badges) – please register no later than Wednesday 23 August: https://events.icann.org/apralo2023/registration [events.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/events.icann.org/apralo2023/registration…> 2. ZOOM registration link for this Pre GA Webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpcO6rrzIqG9CwaOQPDU3yyo3lAy03VP1J [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpcO6rr…> * When joining the Zoom room, kindly append your ALS to your name [first name, surname – ALS name] so staff can take note of your attendance. Participation at this webinar is *not optional* to General Assembly F2F participants. The agenda and call details are available at: https://community.icann.org/x/I4BUDw If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>. Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>

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APRALO NEWSLETTER - August 2023
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 8, 2023

Sept. 8, 2023

Dear APRALO Community, Please find attached the July-August 2023 Edition of the APRALO Newsletter. This provides a brief update for the period of July-August 2023, from the APRALO perspective. Please note all Newsletters are posted on the APRALO Newsletter wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/qAKjDQ>. Thank you to all those who contributed. Happy Reading! Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Team in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/atlarge.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!_FMj7a2EP…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.facebook.com/icannatlarge__;!!PtGJab…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge__;!!PtGJab4!_FM…>

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**REMINDER** Meeting Invitation: APRALO Policy Forum Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday, 07 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 7, 2023

Sept. 7, 2023

**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.** Dear All, You are invited to participate in a webinar series to be organized by the APRALO Policy Forum to provide background information on the New gTLD Program and to facilitate understanding around the Next Round of New generic Top-Level Domains from the At-Large perspective, and including any remaining policy-related processes and implementation work to be undertaken from now up to the target launch date of Apr 2026. Join Justine Chew, ALAC Liaison to the GNSO and former At-Large Liaison for Subsequent Procedures, for Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday 7 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where participants can expect to gain: * an overview of: * the New gTLD Program; * the policy development work completed by the Subsequent Procedures PDP Working Group (SubPro PDP WG) in 2016-2021; * the implementation work by the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (SubPro IRT) leading up to the launch of the Next Round; * the different roles held by various parts of the ICANN Community in relation to the SubPro PDP and SubPro IRT; * an understanding of what work remains in terms of policy versus implementation; * an open-mic opportunity to seek clarification and/or raise issues for addressing (to the extent possible); and * an opportunity to input on agenda building for this Webinar series. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yc39hvu4 Wiki agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/OwGWDw ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!-x2igw1EUSpz…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqcuuvrj8jHtH-0-pommCy06Fx84qDZRGb (you MUST register to join!) 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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**REMINDER** - ***REGISTER*** Meeting Invitation: APRALO Policy Forum Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday, 07 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 7, 2023

Sept. 7, 2023

**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.** Dear All, You are invited to participate in a webinar series to be organized by the APRALO Policy Forum to provide background information on the New gTLD Program and to facilitate understanding around the Next Round of New generic Top-Level Domains from the At-Large perspective, and including any remaining policy-related processes and implementation work to be undertaken from now up to the target launch date of Apr 2026. Join Justine Chew, ALAC Liaison to the GNSO and former At-Large Liaison for Subsequent Procedures, for Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday 7 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where participants can expect to gain: * an overview of: * the New gTLD Program; * the policy development work completed by the Subsequent Procedures PDP Working Group (SubPro PDP WG) in 2016-2021; * the implementation work by the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (SubPro IRT) leading up to the launch of the Next Round; * the different roles held by various parts of the ICANN Community in relation to the SubPro PDP and SubPro IRT; * an understanding of what work remains in terms of policy versus implementation; * an open-mic opportunity to seek clarification and/or raise issues for addressing (to the extent possible); and * an opportunity to input on agenda building for this Webinar series. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yc39hvu4 Wiki agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/OwGWDw ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!-x2igw1EUSpz…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqcuuvrj8jHtH-0-pommCy06Fx84qDZRGb (you MUST register to join!) 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*** Meeting Invitation: APRALO Policy Forum Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday, 07 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 6, 2023

Sept. 6, 2023

**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.** Dear All, You are invited to participate in a webinar series to be organized by the APRALO Policy Forum to provide background information on the New gTLD Program and to facilitate understanding around the Next Round of New generic Top-Level Domains from the At-Large perspective, and including any remaining policy-related processes and implementation work to be undertaken from now up to the target launch date of Apr 2026. Join Justine Chew, ALAC Liaison to the GNSO and former At-Large Liaison for Subsequent Procedures, for Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday 7 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where participants can expect to gain: * an overview of: * the New gTLD Program; * the policy development work completed by the Subsequent Procedures PDP Working Group (SubPro PDP WG) in 2016-2021; * the implementation work by the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (SubPro IRT) leading up to the launch of the Next Round; * the different roles held by various parts of the ICANN Community in relation to the SubPro PDP and SubPro IRT; * an understanding of what work remains in terms of policy versus implementation; * an open-mic opportunity to seek clarification and/or raise issues for addressing (to the extent possible); and * an opportunity to input on agenda building for this Webinar series. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yc39hvu4 Wiki agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/OwGWDw ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!-x2igw1EUSpz…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqcuuvrj8jHtH-0-pommCy06Fx84qDZRGb (you MUST register to join!) 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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ICANN Community Digest - CLOSES TOMORROW: Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 31, 2023

Aug. 31, 2023

[https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=ab04a6e8-42a0-4498-ac4c-205f003938d2&a=112202…] Thursday, 31 August 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN78 · CLOSES TOMORROW: Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open · Translation Deadlines · ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open Action Items · CLOSES TODAY🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 CLOSES TOMORROW: Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 Please see the CROP Procedures and Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> to determine eligibility. Trips must originate and conclude within the same region and must be taken by someone located in the region where the meeting is taking place SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023 FY24 CROP Landing Page [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> to learn more about how to register. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> by 13 SEPTEMBER. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the start of the meeting, with the possibility of potential changes. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Action Items CLOSES TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Development Accelerator on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Development Accelerator creates opportunities for newer ICANN community members to cultivate substantive knowledge on a specific policy topic, while fostering relationships and value in service through connections with experienced ICANN community members. The Policy Development Accelerator will meet monthly via Zoom, from September 2023 to March 2024, and will explore gTLD Registration Data: The Temporary Specification and Beyond. Expression of Interest You can find the Expression of Interest and further information on the Policy Development Accelerator workspace [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…>. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 September 2023 ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001SJtIbSbuuPWAQ1EO…>. 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Meeting Invitation: APRALO Policy Forum Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday, 07 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 31, 2023

Aug. 31, 2023

**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.** Dear All, You are invited to participate in a webinar series to be organized by the APRALO Policy Forum to provide background information on the New gTLD Program and to facilitate understanding around the Next Round of New generic Top-Level Domains from the At-Large perspective, and including any remaining policy-related processes and implementation work to be undertaken from now up to the target launch date of Apr 2026. Join Justine Chew, ALAC Liaison to the GNSO and former At-Large Liaison for Subsequent Procedures, for Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday 7 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where participants can expect to gain: * an overview of: * the New gTLD Program; * the policy development work completed by the Subsequent Procedures PDP Working Group (SubPro PDP WG) in 2016-2021; * the implementation work by the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (SubPro IRT) leading up to the launch of the Next Round; * the different roles held by various parts of the ICANN Community in relation to the SubPro PDP and SubPro IRT; * an understanding of what work remains in terms of policy versus implementation; * an open-mic opportunity to seek clarification and/or raise issues for addressing (to the extent possible); and * an opportunity to input on agenda building for this Webinar series. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yc39hvu4 Wiki agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/OwGWDw ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 Other toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!-x2igw1EUSpz…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqcuuvrj8jHtH-0-pommCy06Fx84qDZRGb (you MUST register to join!) 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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APRALO Policy Forum Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview
by ICANN Policy Calendar Aug. 31, 2023

Aug. 31, 2023

**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.** Dear All, You are invited to participate in a webinar series to be organized by the APRALO Policy Forum to provide background information on the New gTLD Program and to facilitate understanding around the Next Round of New generic Top-Level Domains from the At-Large perspective, and including any remaining policy-related processes and implementation work to be undertaken from now up to the target launch date of Apr 2026. Join Justine Chew, ALAC Liaison to the GNSO and former At-Large Liaison for Subsequent Procedures, for Webinar #1 on the Next Round of New gTLDs: An Overview on Thursday 7 September 2023 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where participants can expect to gain: * an overview of: * the New gTLD Program; * the policy development work completed by the Subsequent Procedures PDP Working Group (SubPro PDP WG) in 2016-2021; * the implementation work by the Subsequent Procedures Implementation Review Team (SubPro IRT) leading up to the launch of the Next Round; * the different roles held by various parts of the ICANN Community in relation to the SubPro PDP and SubPro IRT; * an understanding of what work remains in terms of policy versus implementation; * an open-mic opportunity to seek clarification and/or raise issues for addressing (to the extent possible); and * an opportunity to input on agenda building for this Webinar series. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/yc39hvu4 Wiki agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/OwGWDw ADIGO Conference Bridge: English ID: 1638 ADIGO toll-free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ [adigo.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/adigo.com/icann/__;!!PtGJab4!-x2igw1EUSpz…> Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUqcuuvrj8jHtH-0-pommCy06Fx84qDZRGb (you MUST register to join!) 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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