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PRESS RELEASE : Signing Ceremony of MoU Between BIGF & ISOCbd
by Mohammad Abdul Haque March 1, 2025

March 1, 2025

PRESS RELEASE Signing Ceremony of MoU Between BIGF & ISOCbd Dhaka, February 24, 2025: Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF) and Internet Society Bangladesh Chapter (ISOCbd) have officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration on Internet governance, digital development, and emerging technologies in Bangladesh. The signing ceremony took place on February 24, 2025, with key representatives from both organizations present. The MoU was signed by Mohammad Aminul Hakim, Chairperson of Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum, on behalf of BIGF, and Dr. Md. Nadir Bin Ali, President of Internet Society Bangladesh Chapter, on behalf of ISOCbd. The event was witnessed by Advocate Abdullah Al Noman, Vice Chairperson, BIGF; Mohammad Abdul Haque, Secretary-General, BIGF; and Md Barkatul Alam, General Secretary, ISOCbd. Scope of Collaboration Under this agreement, both organizations will work together to. Implement IGF initiatives in Bangladesh. Foster digital development and a digital ecosystem aligned with digital transformation, inclusion, responsibility, and sustainability. Ensure Internet governance to prevent Internet fragmentation. Strengthen data protection, data sharing, and privacy mechanisms. Promote innovation, open data, big data, and data-driven decision-making for public benefit. Uphold human rights in the digital space. Enhance digital security to prevent discrimination and the spread of misinformation. Regulate artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies responsibly. Advocate for the digital commons as a global public good. Support progress on the UN World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) action lines, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Global Digital Compact, and other national and international development initiatives. Assign focal points from both organizations to ensure effective collaboration under this MoU. This strategic partnership between BIGF and ISOCbd marks a significant step towards a more inclusive and secure digital environment in Bangladesh. By working together, both organizations aim to drive digital transformation and ensure responsible Internet governance for all. For media inquiries, please contact: BIGF, Secretary General Mohammad Abdul Haque Anu, Mobile 01911341654 & ISOC bd, General Secretary, Md Barkatul Alam, Mobile: 1713-558555. *Anu* -------------------------- *Mohammad Abdul Haque* *Secretary General | Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum |* *Member** | **MSG** | **Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum** |* *Executive Editor | The Monthly Computer Jagat |* *Chairman **| Arpon Communication Limited |* *General Body Member** | FBCCI ** |*

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Updates for APRALO Feb Newsletter - Deadline 4 March
by Amrita Choudhury March 1, 2025

March 1, 2025

Dear All In case any of you have done any activity or event in January/ February and want it added in the February 2025 APRALO Newsletter, *please share the same with Kawsar (kawsaruddin(a)gmail.com <kawsaruddin(a)gmail.com> ) and Aviral (procodecavi(a)gmail.com <procodecavi(a)gmail.com> ) by 4 March. * Please share a picture and the update should be in less than 200 words. You can also share links of the event. Regards Amrita

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Invitation to a session on Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development Tues 4 March 14 UTC
by Amrita Choudhury Feb. 28, 2025

Feb. 28, 2025

Dear APRALO Community, Do attend the *At-Large briefing session: * call scheduled for *Tuesday, 04 March 2025 at 14:00 UTC* for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4vr2ftv5 The agenda can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/A4AMIg *ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1 <https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1> Password: At-Large02* [image: image.png] Regards Amrita

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INFO: Blog by Russ Weinstein on ICANN82 and Upgrades to the ICANN Community Wiki
by Heidi Ullrich Feb. 27, 2025

Feb. 27, 2025

Dear All, Please see the recent blog by Russ Weinstein, SVP for Policy Development Support, that provides a preview of ICANN82 and announces upgrades to the ICANN Community wiki at: https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/a-preview-of-icann82-and-upgrades-to…. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 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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Welcome to "Data Spaces Week 2025" @ Anna University Chennai: 7 - 11 April 2025
by Gopal Tadepalli Feb. 27, 2025

Feb. 27, 2025

Dear All, Welcome to "Data Spaces Week 2025" @ Anna University Chennai: 7 - 11 April 2025 https://konfhub.com/ieee-dsw-2025 This is a Hybrid Event. Prior Registration is Required. No Registration Fee. In-Person is preferred. No financial support from the "Data Spaces Week 2025". T V Gopal Chair, Organizing Committee 0 9840121302https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/57545https://www.facebook.… ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Dr. T V Gopal Professor Department of Computer Science and Engineering College of Engineering Anna University Chennai - 600 025, INDIA Ph : (Off) 22351723 Extn. 3340 (Res) 24454753 Home Page : http://www.annauniv.edu/staff/gopal +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Meeting invitation: At-Large briefing session: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development on Tuesday, 04 March 2025 at 14:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 26, 2025

Feb. 26, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1 Dear All, There will be an At-Large briefing session: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development call scheduled for Tuesday, 04 March 2025 at 14:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4vr2ftv5 The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/A4AMIg ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1 Password: At-Large02 ***Please note, there will NOT be interpretation*** Zoom Dial-in Numbers: https://zoom.us/u/ayXQGOHVG 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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At-Large briefing session: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development
by ICANN Policy Calendar Feb. 26, 2025

Feb. 26, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1 Dear All, There will be an At-Large briefing session: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development call scheduled for Tuesday, 04 March 2025 at 14:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4vr2ftv5 The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/A4AMIg ZOOM: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92417792774?pwd=MXSb1F5JMasXJbQm5OhTywc8ggKvCZ.1 Password: At-Large02 ***Please note, there will NOT be interpretation*** Zoom Dial-in Numbers: https://zoom.us/u/ayXQGOHVG 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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Meeting invitation: At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) call on Wednesday, 26 February 2025 at 19:30 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 26, 2025

Feb. 26, 2025

Dear All, The next At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) Call has been scheduled for Wednesday, 26 February 2025 at 19:30 UTC for 60 mins, Please note there will NOT be interpretation due to ICANN82 Prep week. For other times:https://tinyurl.com/2p5n4jv4 The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/AYCTIQ Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/765717566?pwd=UTJCdWRSZVdJNEhOYW02OVBqQVQ1Zz09 / Passcode: #CPWG2345* Real time transcription (RTT) available at (subject to availability): https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN At-Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) Wiki Space: https://community.icann.org/x/jYDpB 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 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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Report on the Three Day Faculty Development Programme on Universal Acceptance Curriculum at ISOC India Hyderabad
by K Mohan Raidu Feb. 25, 2025

Feb. 25, 2025

Dear team,Greetings to you all. It is our pleasure to share with you that, we at ISOC India Hyderabad Chapter have organized a Three Day FacultyDevelopment Programme on UA Curriculum and the report is attached here. The trained faculties will teach the UA subject to their Students once this curriculum is introduced in their courses.ISOC Hyderabad will work with the Universities to frame the UA syllebus and introduce the UA Curriculum. At the closure of the FDP, the ISOC UA Forum is launched, to carry forward academic works and exerciuses in UA.You are welcome to join ISOC UA Forum, using the link of, https://chat.whatsapp.com/IDQya70tH8vBv0pZfdysnDRegards, K Mohan RaiduPresidentISOC India Hyderabad Chapter+919985033566------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Inviting volunteers for APRALO Newsletter Drafting team
by Amrita Choudhury Feb. 24, 2025

Feb. 24, 2025

Hi, As you are aware APRALO releases a bi-monthly newsletter. The Newsletter is curated by volunteers. We are *revamping the Newsletter Drafting Team and looking for volunteers.* We are looking for volunteers who have good writing skill in English, can commit time, and are committed to complete drafting the assigned tasks within the given timeframe. *In case you are interested please fill up the form <https://forms.gle/ftdmVPYcmE1sYCFK7> and share with the undersigned by 24 February.* Regards Amrita

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