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NOTES | ccNSO Council ICANN71 Prep Meeting | 8 June 2021 (18.00 UTC)
by Joke Braeken June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

ACTION ITEMS Action item #1 Kim will circulate a calendar invite to Council for the At Large Policy Session. (completed) Action item #2: Secretariat and Stephen to invite Eberhard to the June Council meeting. Action item #3 1.Secretariat to create Triage Skype group 2.Secretariat to set up a meeting for the Triage Committee, post ICANN71 Action item #4 Secretariat to create single location for written WG updates, with focus on past and future achievements of their respective working groups. Councillors who where appointed as WG Liaisons to assist in terms of content. NOTES Welcome by Alejandra 1. Upcoming Roundtable CEO- SO/AC chairs: ICANN71 and a Preview of SOAC Activities Update. What should we mention/discuss? Note item 5 of the included Roundtable agenda. Any comments from Councillors? Link to the ICANN org survey can be found at the bottom of the page: https://71.schedule.icann.org/ i. In light of the preliminary survey results, what level of global representation do you think is necessary in order to go forward with a hybrid meeting? Stephen: yes to hybrid meeting. Hopefully the pandemic situation improves even more. Irina: agrees Alejandra: any concerns regarding remote participation? If remote participation is as good as it is now Stephen: it creates unbalance. But that has always been the case Alejandra: we learned a lot with remote participation Global representation? Just the same. Timezone rotation. What we cannot have is a different experience for remote and on-site Irina: ICANN should go for hybrid meeting If icann introduces rules on who can attend, they should be equal. If all vaccinated people can attend, then any vaccine accepted by local gvts should be accepted. Fair treatment for all Sebastien: we did many meetings with attendance and remote participation at the same time, now is the inverse. Not what we used to do, and not what we do now. Whole days like we used to do is not easy. Heard from several larger companies that there are no travel budgets for the rest of the year. Nick: Planning travel and accommodation is going to be the difficult thing - it's impossible at the moment and quarantine requirements etc could change any time. So I think it will be US vs the RoW if it's hybrid I would love to go to Seattle and I will if it's at all possible, but at present it's impossible and we won't know for sure until later on in the summer. Stephen: non-North Americans have more difficulties attending Jordan: hybrid meeting does not work. Makes it worse. Most people will not be able to travel yet. Would rather wait a bit longer. Too soon. Most people cannot travel yet, have no budgets etc Pablo: time we meet face to face. But understands the concerns by Jordan and Nick. not easy for non-North American residents. Remote participants already had disadvantages and they will most likely be the ones that have even more challenges with the hybrid format. Javier: I understand all stated concerns. But my position is to start meeting in person as soon as possible. That will also help the subsequent meeting after the first. Irina: the biggest challenges from Russia is the US Visa. american embassy has cut down the number of employees. Only visas for diplomats. Simply to submit a visa application is not possible at the moment in Moscow. Happy to help. Will look for other opportunities. Help from ICANN is appreciated. Nick: guess if ICANN are able to say with a high degree of confidence at the time they make the decision that say more than 50% of the usual participants will be able to attend then they should consider it ii. What will you and your various session chairs need to run your meetings in a hybrid format, especially if you (or another session leader/moderator) cannot travel to the US or wish not to do so? Alejandra: equal experience for both remote and on site participants iii. What will be the likely impacts (e.g. on effectiveness) on your groups, if some attendees that may otherwise need to be there in person (e.g. Council members or session leaders) are not physically present? What can be done to mitigate any potentially negative impacts? No comments from Council iv. Is there any specific type of feedback that is not covered by the survey but that you think we should try to draw out (if possible) during the ICANN71 session on this topic? Alejandra: good questions in the survey Nick: They really need a good story about why access and participation between the US and everyone else is on an equal footing, that's going to be really difficult Biyi: Different countries have different restrictions and many are easing the restrictions depending on their country's peculiar experiences. I think a hybrid would work. We need to start getting our lives back Jenifer: I vote yes Seattle in person meeting. It’s been a long year. Now, as we walk, cautiously, back into the “real world” we need to continue with our work. Laura: If we don't try we will never know if and how it works Sean: , I am more concerned about the drop off of people in the US taking vaccines vs RoW Pablo: ICANN72 will serve as a test-bed and will pay close attention to identify the experienced challenges given Puerto Rico will experience similar difficulties. . As host of the ICANN73 meeting we will work closely with the State Department to find ways to help individuals experiencing challenges with their visas. 2. Result Roundtable 1 on WS2 Implementation: support proposal? Concerns, if any, with proposal (see slides as circulated and summary notes). Jordan: few people who paid attention to WS2. cross-community WG with knowledgeable people, might be useful. Do not reinvent the wheel. Help coordinate the implementation work and make sure icann keeps implementing Alejandra: few people that would qualify. High effort. See where other SO/AC chairs are with implementation. We need more details. But we would be inclined to participate 3. Latest ccNSO review, prep for decision. Letter form Larisa Gurnick was circulated to the Council separately. The ccNSO Council will be asked to confirm the status of the implementation work contained in the overview. As stated in the letter, after the ccNSO Council has confirmed the status the overview will be forwarded to the Board Organizational Effectiveness Committee for their consideration. Irina made comments about certain parts being outdated Alejandra: we need to confirm we agree with the document. Does not make sense to update. Will be outdated soon again. 4. Preparation ALAC session on ccTLD Governance sessions Invite community to attend https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/At-Large+Meetings+-+Tuesday%2C+… Link to the public schedule with details for that session: https://71.schedule.icann.org/meetings/j9rqscxSNsvWGneez#<https://71.schedule.icann.org/meetings/j9rqscxSNsvWGneez> Here is the link to the ICANN68 Governance Session: https://68.schedule.icann.org/meetings/qeFv9gaJhJ2NAQnWa Alejandra recommends Councillors to attend the session. Katrina will be presenting. Have a look at the questions from the audience and be ready to provide feedback. The intention by At Large is to potentially have a follow-up at ICANN72. Action item #1 Kim will circulate a calendar invite to Council for the At Large Policy Session. 5. Preparation Council meeting: Thanks for the voting on the seperation. 18 votes in favour. 7 days will be over on Friday. Tomorrow, final report will be sent to Alejandra, with Council in copy. Alejandra will need to inform GAC and ask their opinion and advice. Will be part of the Council meeting agenda on 17 June. Draft resolution will be one single recommendation to adopt the final report, and recommend the Board to adopt the policy as included in final paper of the working group. Does council want to invite the chair and vice chair of the WG to speak to this? Policy session will include a section on the retirement PDP to alert the community the members vote is coming See heads up to members here: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-03jun21-en.htm Quorum requirement, and minimum amount of members that need to vote in favour, as stated in the bylaws. Stephen: thanks for unanimous support of the separation part 1 from part 2 in ccPDP3 Alejandra: no objections to invite chair and vice chairs. Important milestone. In favour Bart: 5 min introduction, all aware what Council is voting on. Action item #2: Secretariat and Stephen to invite Eberhard to the June Council meeting. a. Decision-making on ccPDP3 Retirement: what can you expect? b. Decision-making on work plan: what can you expect Baseline of what will happen in coming 2 years. June meeting: go over the baseline doc again, and suggested is that Council adopts the work plan. Quarterly work plan. Triage to develop its procedures and inform council on progress of the various groups Jordan: agrees. Secretariat will help to set up skype group, and set up a meeting after ICANN71. Bart: Updated version to be expected by end of this week, early next week Action item #3 · Secretariat to create Triage Skype group · Secretariat to set up a meeting for the Triage Committee, post ICANN71 6. GRC 2.0: How to organize the continuous organizational improvement process. What do you expect the GRC to do? What is role of Council? Expansion of GRC mandate to include: a. working with other committees to discuss implications of those committees work on the guidelines, and how the ccNSO has organized its work. Is mandate of the group still relevant, appropriate, needs improvement? b. review with the council and make suggestions on an annual basis c. perform such additional duties as delegated to the GRC from the council Next steps: provide Direction to GRC & review GRC charter? Alejandra: potentially review of the GRC charter needed. Sean: stalled situation. Looking at activities of GRC, the 3 bullets are a clarity what the GRC does. Not so much an innovation. Do not create overlap. Not same people do the work in all the groups. Hopefully new people to be interested and involved in the work of the groups (triage, oisc, grc). Get more support from the ccTLD community, less overlap in membership. Alejandra: do you agree in this evolved role of the GRC? Stephen: council needs to review its standing Council agrees with green ticks 7. CSC Effectiveness review: scope, and next steps 8. AOB * ICANN org prep week Irina compliments Alejandra on her participation in the UA-session * Written WG updates Sean likes the format. You need to prepare ahead of time, and can address concerns during the meeting Get written updates out sooner, to have more time to Councillors to read them Irina and Jordan agreed with the written format Laura: Useful too and they make us optimize the meetings, knowing we have them by email Alejandra: one location where we have them all? Laura and Jordan agree Alejandra: focus on what the groups did, and what they are planning to do See how council can help Action item #4 · Secretariat to create single location for written WG updates, with focus on past and future achievements by the WGs. Liaisons to assist in terms of content. Joke Braeken ccNSO Policy Advisor joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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Topic list prep meeting ccNSO Council 8 June 2021 - 18.00 UTC
by Bart Boswinkel June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Dear all, Please find included the topic list for today’s prep meeting, Kind regads, Bart ccNSO Council Prep meeting topics 8 June 2021 18.00 UTC 1. Upcoming Roundtable CEO- SO/AC chairs: ICANN71 and a Preview of SOAC Activities Update. What should we mention/discuss? Note item 5 of the included Roundtable agenda. Any comments from Councillors? Agenda of the Roundtable 1. Welcome (David Olive) (2 mins) 2. Introductory Remarks (Goran Marby & Maarten Botterman) (8 mins) 3. Tour de Table – SOAC priorities and expected outcomes from ICANN71 (SOAC Chairs) (35 mins) 4. Overview of Preliminary Survey Results on Returning to In-Person Meetings (Nick Tomasso & David Olive) (10 mins) 5. Questions for Open Discussion (All) (15 mins) i. In light of the preliminary survey results, what level of global representation do you think is necessary in order to go forward with a hybrid meeting? ii. What will you and your various session chairs need to run your meetings in a hybrid format, especially if you (or another session leader/moderator) cannot travel to the US or wish not to do so? iii. What will be the likely impacts (e.g. on effectiveness) on your groups, if some attendees that may otherwise need to be there in person (e.g. Council members or session leaders) are not physically present? What can be done to mitigate any potentially negative impacts? iv. Is there any specific type of feedback that is not covered by the survey but that you think we should try to draw out (if possible) during the ICANN71 session on this topic? 1. Interface for the community to talk about IG and legal proposal (3 mins) 2. Next Steps & Closing (Goran Marby, Maarten Botterman & David Olive) (2 mins) 1. Result Roundtable 1 on WS2 Implementation: support proposal? Concerns, if any with proposal (see slides as circulated and summary notes). 1. Latest ccNSO review, prep for decision. Letter form Larisa Gurnick was cirrcualted to the Council separately. The ccNSO Council will be asked to confirm the status of the implementation work contained in the overview. In summary it states: Of the 14 recommendations issued by the Independent Examiner, the ccNSO proposes: · No further action required (either implemented or about to be fully implemented): · 11 recommendations - numbers 1, 2 (a,b), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13 · Action required by ICANN org: 2 recommendations, numbers 8 ( translation) and 11 (update website) · Deferred/pertains to a future Review: 1 recommendation, number 14 ( granting access to email lists to next Independent reviewer) As stated in the letter, after the ccNSO Council has confirmed the status the overview will be forwarded to the Board Organizational Effectiveness Committee for their consideration. 1. Preparation ALAC session on ccTLD Governance sessions Invite community to attend 1. Preparation Council meeting: * Decision-making on ccPDP3 Retirement: what can you expect? * Decision-making on work plan: what can you expect 1. GRC 2.0: How to organize the continuous organizational improvement process. What do you expect the GRC to do? What is role of Council? Expansion of GRC mandate to include: * working with other committees to discuss implications of those committees work on the guidelines, and how the ccNSO has organized its work. Is mandate of the group still relevant appropriate, needs improvement? * review with the council and make suggestions on an annual basis * perform such additional duties as delegated to the GRC from the council Next steps: provide Direction to GRC & review GRC charter? 1. CSC Effectiveness review: scope, and next steps

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At-Large Policy Session 2: ccTLD Governance Models - Testimonies from At-Large End Users session at ICANN71 | 15 June @8:30 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Dear Council, As discussed on today’s call, here are the details for the At-Large session on ccTLD Governance Models: At-Large Policy Session 2: ccTLD Governance Models - Testimonies from At-Large End Users<https://71.schedule.icann.org/meetings/j9rqscxSNsvWGneez#/?limit=10&sortByF…> session at ICANN71. 15 June 2021 | 8:30-10:00 UTC Agenda: https://community.icann.org/x/ZwbQCQ Best, Kim

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Questions for our directors
by Jordan Carter June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Hello fellow council members On Tuesday 15th at 10.30 UTC we have our session with our ccNSO related directors. Do you have any questions you’d like me to raise? I’ll ask the directors too, and the members list, but council input very welcome. Many thanks in advance Jordan -- Jordan Carter Group Chief Executive, InternetNZ +64-21-442-649 -|- jordan(a)InternetNZ.net.nz Sent on the run, apologies for brevity

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FW: [ccNSO2-Review] ccNSO Review - Table of Recommendations and ccNSO Actions
by Bart Boswinkel June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Dear all, Please find included letter form Larisa Gurnick on current status of ccNSO Review Review. The ccNSO Council will be asked to confirm the status of the implementation work contained in the overview. In summary it states: Of the 14 recommendations issued by the Independent Examiner, the ccNSO proposes: * No further action required (either implemented or about to be fully implemented): * 11 recommendations - numbers 1, 2 (a,b), 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, 13 * Action required by ICANN org: 2 recommendations, numbers 8 ( translation) and 11 (update website) * Deferred/pertains to a future Review: 1 recommendation, number 14 ( granting access to email lists to next Independent reviewer) As stated in the letter, after the ccNSO Council has confirmed the status the overview will be forwarded to the Board Organizational Effectiveness Committee for their consideration. Kind regards, Bart From: Larisa B. Gurnick Date: Monday, 7 June 2021 at 20:32 To: "alejandra.reynoso(a)cctld.gt" <alejandra.reynoso(a)cctld.gt> Dear Alejandra, I hope that this email finds you well. I am writing to follow up on the correspondence from Avri Doria on 13 May<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/doria-to-reynoso-13may…>. As Avri mentioned, we understand the ccNSO has done substantial additional implementation work since the Feasibility and Implementation Plan<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/ccnso-review-faiip-07jul20-en.p…> was published. To make sure the ICANN Board is considering up-to-date information, the OEC has asked for ICANN org to compare the latest status of recommendations provided in the letter from Katrina Sataki<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/sataki-to-doria-26feb2…> (the Chair of the ccNSO at that time) on 26 February with the one in the Feasibility and Implementation Plan<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/ccnso-review-faiip-07jul20-en.p…>. ICANN org compiled the input from both documents into a single new document, which includes a table of recommendations and ccNSO actions. Please see the attached document. We hope this format will make it easier for the ccNSO to confirm whether the compiled information reflects the ccNSO assessment of the progress made and the remaining implementation work. If the ccNSO agrees with the compilation of this new document, it will serve as the basis on which the OEC will consider the current status of the implementation work, considering that the Feasibility and Implementation Plan has been overtaken by events since its publication in July 2020, including substantial implementation work. Please let me know if you have any questions or suggestions to clarify or improve the attached document. Thank you very much, Larisa Gurnick VP, Review Support and Accountability Department

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For decision: Adoption revised Terms of Reference of the ccNSO Outreach and Involvement Standing Committee (OISC ToR version 2).
by Joke Braeken June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Dear Councillors, If you have any questions or comments regarding the draft resolution below, please send an email to the ccNSO Council mailing list by Friday, 11 June 2021 (23:59 UTC). Unless there are concerns or objections by the aforementioned deadline, the resolution included below is considered to be accepted. Draft Resolution Decision The ccNSO Council adopts the revised Terms of Reference of the ccNSO Outreach and Involvement Standing Committee (OISC ToR version 2). The Council requests the secretariat to publish OISC ToR version 2 and to archive the previous version of the OISC ToR on the relevant section on the ccNSO website. Adoption by Council of OISC ToR version 2, effectively closes the ccNSO Guideline: ccNSO Travel Support and replaces the OISC ToR from December 2018. The adopted OISC ToR version 2 becomes effective seven (7) days after publication. Background The OISC Terms of Reference (ToR) documents processes and procedures pertaining to the ccNSO OISC and defines roles and responsibilities of those involved in the communication, application, assessment and decision-making processes regarding the ccNSO OISC. Following the creation of the OISC and Council’s request to integrate the activities of the ccNSO Community Onboarding Project (COP) and the ccNSO Travel Funding Committee into the OISC, the OISC revised its Terms of Reference and added the COP and Travel Fund related aspects as additional annexes to the OISC ToR (Annex B and C respectively). No further substantial edits were made. Please find the proposed revised version of the OISC ToR, as submitted by the OISC, attached (PDF). The previous version of the OISC ToR, as well as the ccNSO Guideline: ccNSO Travel Support were available on https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/guidelines.htm Kind regards, Joke Braeken ccNSO Policy Advisor joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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The first edition of the ccTLD Community Webinar for Newcomers starts now (8 June | 5 UTC)
by Joke Braeken June 8, 2021

June 8, 2021

Dear All, This is a reminder. Are you new to the ccNSO, or would like to learn more? During a 1-hour ccTLD Community Webinar for Newcomers, the ccNSO Council Chair will help you to gain an understanding of the work of the ccNSO, what to expect from the ccNSO at the Virtual ICANN71 Policy Forum, as well as how ccTLD community representatives can participate in the important work that affects you and your region. There are two options to participate: Tuesday, 8 June 2021 (5 UTC) Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/95422951990?pwd=Y1VkSVU4RjJ6SEZ1VTVmSUxlVzJaQT09 Meeting ID: 954 2295 1990 | Passcode: =4mc#+KEr9 Wednesday, 9 June 2021 (13 UTC) Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/93443741593?pwd=akF1TVhNSVRJK1oyOXBuYkd3RERJUT09 Meeting ID: 934 4374 1593 | Passcode: uuKc31VH?b Recordings of both sessions will become available here<https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Webinars>. Additional resources for newcomers For additional information, go to the one-stop source for newcomers: https://community.icann.org/x/dWHwAw . Consult the Quick Guide to the ccNSO<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=66085237> to learn more about its work and how it is organized. Subscribe<https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Newsletter> to the ccNSO monthly newsletter to stay informed. Best regards, Joke Braeken ccNSO Policy Advisor joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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Monday, 7 June 2021
by ICANN Community Leadership Digest June 7, 2021

June 7, 2021

Monday, 7 June 2021 ICANN Community Leadership Digest The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders track requests and follow updates. Table of Contents ICANN71 Resources Registration Schedule Participation Guides Virtual Backgrounds Policy Outlook Report GNSO Briefing Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Chair’s Blog: Preview of June Workshop REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: Chair of the EPDP on IDNs REMINDER: Participate or Observe: EPDP on IDNs REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2022 NomCom Chair and Chair-Elect Public Comment CLOSES TOMORROW: Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 5 (MSR-5) Draft North America Engagement Plan FY21-25 NEW: Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2A ICANN71 Resources Registration Participation Guides Policy Outlook Report Schedule Virtual Backgrounds GNSO Briefing Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Chair’s Blog: Preview of June Workshop As part of the ICANN Board's commitment to transparency and accountability, I would like to share with you our focus for our upcoming workshop. It will take place from 10 to 12 June in between the ICANN71 Prep Week and the ICANN71 Virtual Policy Forum. Read more. REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: Chair of the EPDP on IDNs The Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Council announced that it is seeking Expressions of Interest for a chair of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) team that will address issues related to Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs). Candidates interested in serving in this role should review the Expression of Interest document before submission. The document details the role, required skills and experience, and the selection process. The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest is Friday, 25 June 2021 at 23:59 UTC. All submissions should be sent to gnso-secs(a)icann.org. Read more. REMINDER: Participate or Observe: EPDP on IDNs The Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) Team on Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) welcomes anyone to join as a participant or an observer. Please contact gnso-secs(a)icann.org to sign up as a participant or an observer. Read more. REMINDER: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN 2022 NomCom Chair and Chair-Elect ICANN is seeking Expressions of Interest for the Chair and Chair-Elect of the 2022 Nominating Committee (NomCom). Expressions of Interest, which will be maintained as confidential, should be sent to nomcomchair2022(a)icann.org no later than 23 June 2021. A suggested form for submitting an Expression of Interest is available here. Read more. Public Comment CLOSES TOMORROW: Maximal Starting Repertoire Version 5 (MSR-5) Close Date: Tuesday, 8 June 2021 Draft North America Engagement Plan FY21-25 Close Date: Friday, 2 July 2021 NEW: Initial Report of the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Team – Phase 2A Close Date: Monday, 19 July 2021 Volume 3, Issue 42 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 10 June 2021 ICANN | 12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536 Unsubscribe ccnso-council(a)icann.org Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by david.olive(a)icann.org powered by Try email marketing for free today!

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REMINDER | Join the ccTLD Community Webinar for Newcomers on 8 & 9 June
by Joke Braeken June 7, 2021

June 7, 2021

Dear All, This is a reminder. Are you new to the ccNSO, or would like to learn more? During a 1-hour ccTLD Community Webinar for Newcomers, the ccNSO Council Chair will help you to gain an understanding of the work of the ccNSO, what to expect from the ccNSO at the Virtual ICANN71 Policy Forum, as well as how ccTLD community representatives can participate in the important work that affects you and your region. There are two options to participate: Tuesday, 8 June 2021 (5 UTC) Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/95422951990?pwd=Y1VkSVU4RjJ6SEZ1VTVmSUxlVzJaQT09 Meeting ID: 954 2295 1990 | Passcode: =4mc#+KEr9 Wednesday, 9 June 2021 (13 UTC) Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/93443741593?pwd=akF1TVhNSVRJK1oyOXBuYkd3RERJUT09 Meeting ID: 934 4374 1593 | Passcode: uuKc31VH?b Recordings of both sessions will become available here<https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Webinars>. Additional resources for newcomers For additional information, go to the one-stop source for newcomers: https://community.icann.org/x/dWHwAw . Consult the Quick Guide to the ccNSO<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=66085237> to learn more about its work and how it is organized. Subscribe<https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Newsletter> to the ccNSO monthly newsletter to stay informed. Best regards, Joke Braeken ccNSO Policy Advisor joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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Triage recommendation 16-2021 (re GNSO IDN-EPDP)
by Joke Braeken June 7, 2021

June 7, 2021

Dear All, Item 16-2021 is the latest recommendations by the ccNSO Triage Committee, which is now being presented to Council for review and consideration. If you do not agree with the recommendation, kindly let me know at your earliest convenience, latest by 9 June 2021 (23:59 UTC). What is this about? The GNSO Council sent a Call for Volunteers concerning the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) to the ccNSO Council Chair. The ccNSO Council is requested to appoint up to 3 members to the GNSO IDN EPDP. This EPDP is expected to provide the GNSO Council with policy recommendations on: i) the definition of all gTLDs and the management of variant labels to facilitate the delegation of variant gTLDs in the root zone while achieving the security and usability goal of variant labels in a stable manner; and ii) how the IDN Implementation Guidelines, which Contracted Parties are required to comply with, should be updated in the future. Draft Triage Recommendation The draft Triage recommendations is included here: https://bit.ly/2HPKKFE<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/bit.ly/2HPKKFE__;!!PtGJab4!rxggwKl9KiHtx…> Kindly provide me with your input by Monday, 31 May 2021 (23:59 UTC) Rationale for draft triage recommendation and background You will be able to find further information in the enclosed document. You might notice that the pool of potential candidates from the ccTLD community is rather limited. Membership to this IDN EPDP requires a lot of effort, and the impact on ccTLD managers is limited. Also note that the GNSO EPDP (see enclosed) is about the current gTLDs, and domain names at the second level. Hence the limited impact on ccTLD managers. SubPro on the other hand is about future gTLDs. Liaisons from the ccNSO to the GNSO and vice versa are indeed in place, to track what is happening, inform about outcomes and flag potential concerns. About the Triage Committee * The Triage Committee is dedicated to quickly review incoming requests for input and make a suggestion to the Council on how to react on the requests. The Committee is comprised by three Councillors. * Graphical overview of the triage process: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/graphical-repres… * Decisions on the requests for input: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/council/decisions/2021.htm Many thanks. Best regards, Joke Braeken ccNSO Policy Advisor joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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