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Looking Ahead to the June Board Workshop and ICANN80
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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.
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.
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A Preview of the ICANN80 Policy Forum
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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.
The ICANN community has taken the lead in organizing the four-day program.
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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.
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NCAP Recommendations for the Next Round
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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.
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ICANN80 NEWS AND RESOURCES
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Prepare for ICANN80: Kigali, Rwanda Fun Facts!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Read the New gTLD Program: Next Round Briefing
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Read about the progress and status of implementation activities leading up to the opening of the New gTLD Program: Next Round.
The
Status Update [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net] includes news about the Applicant Support Program and Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program, which are in the process
of being developed.
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Review the Prep Week Materials
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ICANN80 Prep Week took place from Tuesday, 28 May through Thursday, 30 May 2024. 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].
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Read the Policy Outlook Report and the GNSO
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Check Out the ICANN80 PRSP Briefing
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Prepare for discussions at ICANN80 by perusing the latest news and progress reporting on community-facing projects that the Policy Research and Stakeholder Programs
(PRSP) team supports. This briefing includes an overview of Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) policy development process (PDP) working groups, team updates and information on GNSO policy-related activities including PDP Implementation Review Teams.
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707.1 ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Training
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ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Training
enables ICANN’s global community to understand how to identify and address harassment, including the different forms harassment can take (from disrespect to bullying), and
is particularly recommended for all participants at ICANN79.
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ICANN COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
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Chair, Name Collision Analysis Project
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“I enjoyed the opportunity to work alongside a diverse group of individuals in the community, collaborating towards the common goal of delivering the most comprehensive
and technically sound advice on name collisions moving forward.”
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Chair, Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Regional At-Large Organization (APRALO) Policy Forum
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“In serving as Chair of the
APRALO
Policy Forum [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net] for the most of 2020-2022 and again from July 2023 till June 2024, I have enjoyed leading and managing what is now
a thriving APRALO initiative. This has grown the RALO's engagement opportunities and participation numbers across a range of different activity types - the
APRALO
Policy Forum Fireside Chat series [nj88a9rab.cc.rs6.net], topical webinars and periodic calls, and APRALO ICANN Readouts - all with the support of my APRALO
Leadership colleagues over the years.”
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Chair, Transfer Policy Review Policy Development Process (PDP) Working Group
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“I find it exciting when the Working Group, after thorough discussion and collaboration, comes to a decision that is the exact opposite of what I expected when
the discussions started.”
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ICANN's Office of the Chief Technology Officer creates and publishes research papers and technical briefings for ICANN's diverse technical community.
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ICANN's Government Engagement publications summarize the discussions taking place within governments and intergovernmental organizations.
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SUBSCRIBE TO ICANN UPDATES
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