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PACNOG 2012 is live
by Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro Dec. 10, 2012

Dec. 10, 2012

Dear All, Just to let you know that PacNOG 12 is under-way in Port Moresby, PNG. Today is the conference and tutorial day. APNIC is webcasting today's session: apnictraining.adobeconnect.com/pacnog12 Please log in as Guest to view the proceedings. -- Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro aka Sala P.O. Box 17862 Suva Fiji Twitter: @SalanietaT Skype:Salanieta.Tamanikaiwaimaro Tel: +679 3544828 Fiji Cell: +679 998 2851

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Brief Update About Capacity Building in the Pacific
by Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro Dec. 7, 2012

Dec. 7, 2012

Dear All, * * *Youth TechCamp* We recently hosted a 7 day Youth Tech Camp see: http://youthtechcamp.brightpathfoundation.org/ where the first Module was on Introduction to ICT and Internet Governance and we had excellent facilitation from the likes of APNIC and a guest speaker from ICANN. Benjamin Mathews and I took the youth through critical building blocks and we organised learning from a Pacific perspective. These youth which included high school students, tertiary students and professionals under 35, I must admit the oldest one was 55 (it showed that people could not be kept away as they were equally eager to learn) developed key policy considerations on various challenges for 7 countries. 100 participants came from around 8 countries from around the Pacific. The material they developed will be sent to the various countries. This is part of a long term development strategy to build capacity so they can be active contributors in their countries, the Pacific region and global forums as well. ** ** Module 2 was a Mobile App Development Training where youth were encouraged to harness local content and whilst the youth made lots of pitches, they settled for 5 and the youth worked on creating them and we had an awesome and fantastic time. The Apps were all civic apps (that was how the youth wanted it) :):) We had 80 participants in this Module.**** We also had Side Events which included Executive Briefings on Internet Exchange Points which was well attended by stakeholders in Fiji and a Women in Tech Event which had the theme - Game Changers: The Role that Girls and Women Play in Development. ** ** The camp was also covered by the national and regional news, see: http://www.pasifikanexus.nu/media/press/**** ** ** Warm Regards, -- Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro aka Sala P.O. Box 17862 Suva Fiji Twitter: @SalanietaT Skype:Salanieta.Tamanikaiwaimaro Tel: +679 3544828 Fiji Cell: +679 998 2851

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Consultation on Internet Number Resources Performance Standards
by Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro Dec. 6, 2012

Dec. 6, 2012

Dear All, The ALAC will be deliberating on whether we should submit a Statement on the Consultation on Internet Number Resources Performance Standards. The Comment period closes on the 11 December, 2012 but I would like to ask you to send me your feedback as soon as possible so I can raise your concerns. Warm Regards,. Sala

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Re: [APAC-Discuss] APRALO web site - our page - Conference call ?
by Silvia Vivanco Dec. 5, 2012

Dec. 5, 2012

Dear Holly, Would you like to have a conference call with me and Heidi to discuss your ideas to reorganize the WIKI? Let us know and we can set up a call for next week. Thank you Kind regards, Silvia Silvia Vivanco Manager, At-Large Regional Affairs Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Telephone: + 1 (202) 570-7119 Fax: +1 (202) 789-0104 Cell/Mobile: +1 (202) 735-7011 From: Holly Raiche [mailto:h.raiche@internode.on.net] Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2012 10:27 PM To: APAC-Discuss Discuss Cc: Silvia Vivanco; Matt Ashtiani Subject: APRALO web site - our page Hi Everyone I'm still thinking about making at least our page user friendly, so everyone can figure out where to find thinks. What I would like to have posted is the reports I do each month for ALAC on what news from our RALO. I would also like to have space for reports on global or regional events of interest - Baku is a clear example, but Maureen's report on PICISOC is also a good example. There should also be space where we can post upcoming events. The box on the left hand side of our page lists the following headings. * APRALO Officers<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/Regional+Leaders> * APRALO At-Large Structures<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/Regional+Leaders> * Meeting Notes<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/Meetings+and+Events> * APRALO Secretariat<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/APRALO+Secretariat+Monthly+Repor…> * Organising Documents<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/RALO+Organising+Documents> * Current Activities<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/Current+Issues> * Opinions<http://www.atlarge.icann.org/opinions> * APRALO Brochure<https://community.icann.org/display/APRALO/APRALO+Brochure> What is not clear to me is the content under Meeting Notes and current activities. Maybe that could be expanded to have a heading 'Meetings and Events' and under that, separate links for my monthly report, plus reports from any or our members on either global or regional events. For current activities again, maybe that could be activities - with separate links to current and future activities. Mainly, I want a clear pathway that is obvious to all. Thoughts? Holly

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2013 Internet Society Board of Trustees Election - Nominations (deadline: 2 January 2013)
by Rinalia Abdul Rahim Dec. 4, 2012

Dec. 4, 2012

FYI 2013 Internet Society Board of Trustees Election - Nominations (deadline: 2 January 2013) *nomcomchair(a)isoc.org* *Call for Nominations for the Internet Society Board of Trustees* The Internet Society's (ISOC) Nominations Committee is accepting applications from, or in favour of, candidates interested in serving on the ISOC Board of Trustees. In 2013, three positions on the Board of Trustees are open for election. Two Trustees will be elected by ISOC Organizational Members and one by ISOC Chapters. Additionally, one Trustee will be selected by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). The Trustee positions are 3-year terms that start August 2013 and end in 2016. ISOC is a global not-for-profit organization founded in 1992 to provide leadership in Internet related standards, education and policy. With principal offices in Washington, D.C., United States of America, and Geneva, Switzerland, and several other regional offices, it is dedicated to ensuring the open development, evolution, and use of the Internet for the benefit of people throughout the world. ISOC is the organizational home of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) and other Internet-related bodies who together play a critical role in ensuring that the Internet develops in a stable and open manner. ISOC has more than 130 organizational members, more than 55,000 individual members, and over 90 chapters that play a role in driving the mission and work of the organization. In 2013, ISOC's operational budget will be $38.3 million USD. The ISOC Board of Trustees<http://www.isoc.org/isoc/general/trustees/board.php>is responsible for the governance of the organization, and its authority is derived from the organization’s by-laws and policies<http://www.isoc.org/isoc/general/trustees/bylaws.shtml>. The Board consists of 12 Trustees that are either appointed or elected by the chapters, organization members and the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF), and the ISOC CEO and President serves ex-officio as a non-voting Trustee. In accordance with ISOC’s Procedures for the Selection of Trustees<http://www.isoc.org/isoc/general/trustees/select.shtml>, six Trustees are elected by the organizational members, three Trustees are elected by the chapters and three Trustees are appointed by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). Trustees serve a three year term and can serve no more than two consecutive terms. *Time Commitment* Trustees are expected to commit the time necessary to perform regular Board and committee business. Trustees are also expected to allocate time to attend and prepare for meetings. The ISOC Board of Trustees holds three physical meetings and three or four 2-hour teleconference meetings annually. Trustees must also expect to be part of Board committees, with additional time and effort allotted to this work and to communicate with the ISOC community. A typical Trustee time commitment averages 4-5 hours per week over their term, with some significant peaks and troughs on a weekly basis. *Eligibility Statement* Candidates for ISOC Trustee will have demonstrable involvement in the Internet with depth of understanding in at least several of the following areas: - Internet standards - Internet operation - Public policy for Internet and telecommunications - Internet development Ideal candidates also have a good understanding of broader technology, policy, business and/or economics issues relevant to the society. The following qualifications are also highly desirable: - Previous Board / Governance experience or organizational leadership experience - Skills in business management and leadership - Not-for-profit experience and fund raising - Ability to identify relevant ISOC projects and attendant funding and resourcing - Focus on solutions - Vision for the role of ISOC The ISOC Board of Trustees aims to be as broadly representative of the many cultures and communities around the world that it can. We would encourage applications from all economies, all regions and all walks of life. The Nominations Committee will not discriminate based on gender, domicile, or national origin. *Timeline and Nomination Form* Nominations are now open, and the deadline for nominations is *Wednesday 2 January 2013*. Self-nominations can be made here < https://www.internetsociety.org/bot-elections-form?type=self&id=plutonium> and Nominations by a Third Party may be made here < https://www.internetsociety.org/bot-elections-form?type=third&id=plutonium> The Nominations Committee will progressively conduct a review and interviews with nominees. As the 2013 Board of Trustees election timetable<http://www.internetsociety.org/who-we-are/board-trustees/trustee-elections/…>states, candidates will be announced on Friday 22 February 2013. Strong confidentiality requirements for the management of the candidates’ personal information will be applied. Further information is available at http://www.internetsociety.org/who-we-are/board-trustees/trustee-electionsas well as by email to < nomcomchair(a)isoc.org>. Individual inquiries to members of the Nominations Committee are not encouraged and will be redirected by them to the Committee’s Secretariat.

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Free Webinar on Mitigating DDoS Attacks [Watch a Debate]
by Salanieta T. Tamanikaiwaimaro Dec. 4, 2012

Dec. 4, 2012

Dear All, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attacks are a threat to individuals, organisations and communities. As countries work towards strengthening their respective cyber security framework, much still has to be done in creating awareness the world over. Here is an opportunity to participate in a free webinar on Mitigating DDoS Attacks where you will have the opportunity to watch a Debate and streaming/webcast is available. Details are provided below: PIR, in partnership with ISOC-NY and NY Tech, is sponsoring a debate this Wednesday (5 December) on "Mitigating DDoS Attacks: Best Practices for an Evolving Threat Landscape." Panelists will include colleagues from Afilias, NeuStar and VeriSign, as well as Symantec, Google, De Natris Consult and EFF. The free event will run from 1000-1300 EST, and will be webcast. Further details are available at http://www.pir.org/why/security/ddos. -- Salanieta Tamanikaiwaimaro aka Sala P.O. Box 17862 Suva Fiji Twitter: @SalanietaT Skype:Salanieta.Tamanikaiwaimaro Tel: +679 3544828 Fiji Cell: +679 998 2851

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APRALO web site - our page
by Holly Raiche Dec. 3, 2012

Dec. 3, 2012

Hi Everyone I'm still thinking about making at least our page user friendly, so everyone can figure out where to find thinks. What I would like to have posted is the reports I do each month for ALAC on what news from our RALO. I would also like to have space for reports on global or regional events of interest - Baku is a clear example, but Maureen's report on PICISOC is also a good example. There should also be space where we can post upcoming events. The box on the left hand side of our page lists the following headings. APRALO Officers APRALO At-Large Structures Meeting Notes APRALO Secretariat Organising Documents Current Activities Opinions APRALO Brochure What is not clear to me is the content under Meeting Notes and current activities. Maybe that could be expanded to have a heading 'Meetings and Events' and under that, separate links for my monthly report, plus reports from any or our members on either global or regional events. For current activities again, maybe that could be activities - with separate links to current and future activities. Mainly, I want a clear pathway that is obvious to all. Thoughts? Holly

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WCIT 2012 - At-Large Activities, Information and Members Participating
by ICANN At-Large Staff Dec. 1, 2012

Dec. 1, 2012

Dear All, With the World Conference on International Telecommunication (WCIT) starting in Dubai this next week, staff have created an At-Large Activities at the WCIT Workspace (see: https://community.icann.org/x/04JEAg) to provide information on At-Large and ICANN activities as well as provide sources of information from the Internet Society and Scoop.it. If you will be participating in the WCIT, please add your name, the dates you will be in Dubai, and the delegation you will be serving on to this workspace. Alternatively, please send At-Large staff this information, and we will add it to the workspace for you. At-Large staff will be sharing this information with the Global Engagement Stakeholder staff to facilitate communication on the ground in Dubai. Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Matt Ashtiani, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine, and Julia Charvolen ICANN Policy Staff in support of the ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>

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Sharing the report we launched with UNCTAD in Pakistan
by Fouad Bajwa Nov. 30, 2012

Nov. 30, 2012

Dear all, This week, we did a launch in partnership with UNCTAD for the following report: The Information Economy Report 2012: The Software Industry and Developing Countries is the seventh in the flagship series published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). In the 2012 edition, special attention is given to the role of software capabilities in accelerating progress towards a more inclusive information society. Web Flyer: http://unctad.org/en/pages/PublicationWebflyer.aspx?publicationid=271 Download Full Report: Information Economy Report 2012 (UNCTAD/IER/2012) 28 Nov 2012, 142 page(s), 2600.4 KB http://unctad.org/en/PublicationsLibrary/ier2012_en.pdf Information Economy Report 2012 (Overview) (UNCTAD/IER/2012 (Overview)) 28 Nov 2012, 740.4 KB http://unctad.org/en/PublicationsLibrary/ier2012overview_en.pdf For more languages: http://unctad.org/en/pages/PublicationWebflyer.aspx?publicationid=271 -- Regards. -------------------------- Fouad Bajwa ICT4D and Internet Governance Advisor My Blog: Internet's Governance: http://internetsgovernance.blogspot.com/ Follow my Tweets: http://twitter.com/fouadbajwa

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Re: [APAC-Discuss] APRALO website- Staff ready to update it
by Silvia Vivanco Nov. 29, 2012

Nov. 29, 2012

Dear Holly, et all, Thank you very much for your input. I will be happy to work with Pavan and the rest of the APRALO leadership on updating your workspace. Kindly let me know where you would like to start and specific links we could update, send me any documents you would like to upload etc. Kind regards, Silvia Silvia Vivanco Manager, At-Large Regional Affairs Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Telephone: + 1 (202) 570-7119 Fax: +1 (202) 789-0104 Cell/Mobile: +1 (202) 735-7011 -----Original Message----- From: Holly Raiche [mailto:h.raiche@internode.on.net] Sent: Tuesday, November 27, 2012 9:52 PM To: APAC-Discuss Cc: Matt Ashtiani; Silvia Vivanco Subject: APRALO website Hi Everyone I not sure about the rest of you, but IMHO, the some of the material on the APRALO homepage needs updating - badly (NO Matt, that's not ICANN's fault, it is our fault) (don't feel badly, we aren't the only RALO with out of date stuff!) Our page and the links from it should be a place where we can put current stuff - reports on what is happening in our region, newsletters, etc. I'm not sure where the stuff would fit, but, for ALAC, I do a monthly newsletter - that should also be available to us. There should also be a place where we can post upcoming events in our countries (for a start, what about posting the Seoul IGF!) It should also be a place where we can put reports from our regions. Maureen's report on PacINET is an excellent example. Sala's capacity building is another. The AurIGF is another. Do are there any volunteers? Could someone (Edmon, Pavan or anyone else) have a look and see if we can come up with space for our material - for our news. And if you are really ambitious, go through our website to suggest removing stuff (or archiving it) that is out of date. Thanks Holly

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