January 2023 - Ccnso-council

Appointment ccNSO Council Chair and Vice-Chairs
by Bart Boswinkel March 24, 2026

March 24, 2026

17 March 2022 Appointment ccNSO Council Chair and Vice-Chairs Dear John, At its meeting on 10 March 2022 and ion accordance with the temporary election procedure adopted on 24 February 2022, the ccNSO Council appointed Alejandra Reynoso (.gt) as Jordan Carter (.nz) and Adebiyi Oladipo (.ng) as Vice-Chairs. The Chair and Vice-Chairs have been appointed to serve until the end of the ccNSO Council during ICANN76. On behalf of the ccNSO Council, Bart Boswinkel ccNSO Secretariat

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Join the ccNSO webinar for newcomers on Monday, 20 February 2023 | 13:00 UTC
by Joke Braeken Feb. 17, 2023

Feb. 17, 2023

Dear All, Are you new to the ccNSO, or would like to learn more? Perhaps you know about colleagues or peers who would benefit from an introductory session to the ccNSO? Join ccNSO Council Vice Chair Biyi Oladipo (.ng) for a 1-hour ccTLD Webinar for newcomers. Biyi will help you to gain an understanding of the work of the ccNSO, what to expect from the ccNSO at the ICANN76 Community Forum, as well as how ccTLD community representatives can participate in the important work that affects you and your region. When? Monday, 20 February 2023 | 13:00 UTC How to participate? Register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlf-2hqjgiGNxCFZ6mUjQ72-fI6ZtDb6EI After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Recordings will become available here: https://community.icann.org/x/ooNJD Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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FOR REVIEW: January 2023 Council minutes for review
by Kimberly Carlson Jan. 31, 2023

Jan. 31, 2023

Dear Councilors, Please find attached the January Council minutes for review. Thank you, Kim

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Final reminder | Please respond to the UA readiness survey
by Joke Braeken Jan. 31, 2023

Jan. 31, 2023

Dear ccTLD managers, I am sending you a final reminder on behalf of ICANN’s IDN & UA Program Team. The team invites you to respond to their UA readiness survey. Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Dear ccTLD managers, Universal Acceptance (UA) is cornerstone to a digitally inclusive and multilingual Internet, ensuring all domain names and email addresses – in any language, script, or using any new or long TLD (e.g., .在线, .photography, .ไทย, .հայ) – are accepted equally by all Internet-enabled applications, devices, and systems. ICANN org is reaching out to the country code TLD managers to understand the progress and the challenges faced in becoming UA-ready, and how ICANN org can help support ccTLD managers by developing training and materials. To do this we are requesting ccTLD managers to voluntarily participate in a UA-readiness survey, which will take less than 20 minutes to answer. ICANN org will summarize the survey results without any specific details of the organizations participating in the survey. For your easy reference, please find attached the list of all the questions in the survey. Please provide your input to the survey at: Universal Acceptance (UA) Readiness Survey for ccTLDs [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfcTxyA…>. We request that you answer the survey from the perspective of one ccTLD String at a time. If your organization manages more than one ccTLD, e.g. both ASCII ccTLD and IDN ccTLD, please complete a survey for each one. We know your time is valuable and we appreciate you taking the time to take these surveys. Together, we can work to build a more inclusive and multilingual Internet. If you have any UA related questions, please contact UAProgram(a)icann.org<mailto:UAProgram@icann.org>. If you are interested in learning more about UA, please check out the below resources. · ICANN Learn Course and Regional UA Training Program<https://www.icann.org/ua-training-en> · UA Roadmap for Domain Registry and Registrar Systems<https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/universal-acceptance-roa…> · The Role of ccTLDs in Achieving Universal Acceptance [aptld.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/aptld.org/documents/working-papers/17880…> Please respond to the survey by 31 January 2023. Thanks in advance for your cooperation. Sincerely, Sarmad Hussain Sr Director IDN & UA Programs Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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Reminder | Apply now for ccNSO Travel funding for ICANN77
by Joke Braeken Jan. 31, 2023

Jan. 31, 2023

Hello All, This is a final reminder about the possibility to apply for ccNSO Travel funding for ICANN77. Read more in this announcement<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-18jan23-en.htm>, or in the email below. The ccNSO accepts applications for ccNSO travel support until Thursday, 2 February 2023 (noon UTC). Early or late submissions will not be evaluated. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> From: Ccnso-council <ccnso-council-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Reply to: Joke Braeken <joke.braeken(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, 19 January 2023 at 13:00 To: "ccnso-members(a)icann.org" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org>, "ccTLDcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org" <ccTLDcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org>, ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Subject: [ccnso-council] Apply now for ccNSO Travel funding for ICANN77 Dear All, ccNSO travel support is available for a limited set of travelers for ICANN77, held 12-15 June 2023 in Washington (US). The ccNSO accepts applications for ccNSO travel support as of Thursday, 19 January 2023 (noon UTC), until Thursday, 2 February 2023 (noon UTC). Early or late submissions will not be evaluated. What are the requirements for ccNSO applicants? The applicant actively participates in the work of the ccNSO and contributes to its projects and meetings. Examples of contributions to the work of the ccNSO: an active engagement in a ccNSO working group, a role as presenter/session chair/moderator during ccNSO sessions at the public meeting, or other engagements that strengthen the activities of the ccNSO. Important: Applications which do not clearly state an active contribution, are not eligible and will not be taken into consideration. What is included? The ccNSO travel funding covers an economy class ticket to the travel destination, the hotel costs for the time of the meeting and a per diem (either full funding, or partial funding). For more details, consult the ccNSO Travel Fund Guideline: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/ccnso-draft-oisc-07jun21-en.pdf [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/about/ccnso-draft-ois…> For ICANN77, the approved date of arrival is: 11 June 2023, the approved date of departure: 16 June 2023. How to apply? Review all materials and fill in the form located here: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/travel-funding/form<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/about/travel-funding/…> Next Steps? Once the application window is closed, a subcommittee of the ccNSO Outreach and Involvement Standing Committee (OISC) will evaluate all applications. The outcome of the committee's deliberations will be published on the ccNSO website. All applicants will receive a personal notification. Consult the list of ccNSO funded travelers, per ICANN meeting on https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/funded-travel [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/about/funded-travel__…> Background ICANN TRAVEL SUPPORT. Consult the ICANN Community Travel Support Guidelines here: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/community-travel-support-guidel… ICANN might require funded Travelers to sign an acknowledgement and waiver, built in the meeting registration for anyone that is registering for in-person participation. Instructions on how to book travel will be provided by ICANN Travel Support to funded travelers who are confirmed and eligible. TRAVEL ARRIVAL MEASURES. All travelers have a responsibility to understand the entry and exit requirements of their travel and determine if they can meet those requirements before committing to the travel. Travelers may review specific travel requirements by visiting https://apply.joinsherpa.com/map [apply.joinsherpa.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/apply.joinsherpa.com/map__;!!PtGJab4!9GO…> or their local government international traveler websites. ICANN is committed to ensuring inclusive Public Meetings that provide an equal opportunity for all to engage. If funded travelers are not eligible or cannot meet the entry requirements as outlined by the government of the meeting location, ICANN aims to offer an engaging virtual participation experience. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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Public Comment Closes Today: Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs
by ICANN Community Digest Jan. 30, 2023

Jan. 30, 2023

Monday, 30 January 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Table of Contents ICANN76 Resources OPENS TODAY: ICANN77 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application OPENS TODAY: ICANN Continues the Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program REMINDER: Register for the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico Information Sharing TOMORROW: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members NEW: ICANN Request for Information: gTLD Application Life Cycle System REMINDER: ICANN Request for Quotation: Storage Network Replacement 2023 REMINDER: ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation REMINDER: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members REMINDER: Watch the Recording of the Draft ICANN FY24 Plans Informational Webinar REMINDER: Apply Now for ICANN and PTI Leadership Positions REMINDER: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget Proposed Procedure for Selecting a Top-Level Domain String for Private Use Additional Script-Based Reference Label Generation Rules and Related Updates ICANN76 Resources OPENS TODAY: ICANN77 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program for ICANN77 in Washington, DC. 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. Deadline: Friday, 10 March 2023 at 23:59 UTC Apply here. Read more. OPENS TODAY: ICANN Continues the Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program Interested ICANN community members must apply in advance of ICANN76, and those who meet the eligibility requirements will be selected to participate. The application process opens Monday, 30 January 2023. The application deadline is Friday, 24 February 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Since ICANN76 will be conducted as a hybrid meeting, only applicants that attend virtually are eligible for this program. The program details are available here Read more. REMINDER: Register for the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico Registration for in-person attendance closes on 8 March 2023. Registration for virtual participation will remain open through 16 March 2023. The full schedule for ICANN76 will be published on 17 February 2023. Prep Week will be held 27 February 2023 - 01 March 2023 The Prep Week schedule will be published on 13 February 2023. ICANN76 Health and Safety Protocols Registration link. Information Sharing TOMORROW: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) are invited to nominate volunteers to serve as mentors in its Fellowship Program and to serve on the Fellowship Program Selection Committee. There will be a total of seven mentors and seven Selection Committee members, and each group is welcome to nominate one individual for each role. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor and Selection Committee representative by Tuesday, 31 January 2023 and notify fellowshipconsultation(a)icann.org. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. NEW: ICANN Request for Information: gTLD Application Life Cycle System ICANN organization issued a request for information (RFI) seeking to evaluate vendors interested in supporting the implementation of a new enterprise system to aid ICANN staff in the collection and processing of applications for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs). Read more. REMINDER: ICANN Request for Quotation: Storage Network Replacement 2023 Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) organization issued a request for quotation (RFQ) to identify one or more providers to facilitate the sourcing and pre-configuration of predetermined storage area network equipment for our data centers. For a complete overview of this RFQ, including the timeline, please click here. Read more. REMINDER: Watch the Recording of the Draft ICANN FY24 Plans Informational Webinar The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) posted the Draft FY24-28 Operating and Financial Plan, and Draft FY24 Operating Plan and Budget for public comment on December 14, 2022. See link. And this proceeding closes on 13 February 2023. ICANN org hosted two informational webinars about the Draft FY24 Plans, both webinars presented identical information, please watch the recording to learn more about these Plans. REMINDER: Apply Now for ICANN and PTI Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, the ICANN Board of Directors, and the Public Technical Identifiers (PTI) Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 23 March 2023 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. REMINDER: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open The nomination period for the ICANN Community Excellence Award is now open. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, 28 March 2023 and the winner(s) will be announced at ICANN77. Learn more about the nomination process. Submit your nominations. Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Open for submissions date: 28 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 30 January 2023 Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget Open for submissions date: 14 December 2022 Closed for submissions date: 13 February 2023 Proposed Procedure for Selecting a Top-Level Domain String for Private Use Open for submissions date: 13 January 2023 Closed for submissions date: 28 February 2023 Additional Script-Based Reference Label Generation Rules and Related Updates Open for submissions date: 19 January 2023 Closed for submissions date: 03 March 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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For decision: formal appointment additional members to the ccNSO Working Groups or Committees
by Joke Braeken Jan. 30, 2023

Jan. 30, 2023

Dear Council members, Please find below a draft resolution, presented to you for an online decision. Kindly provide me with your input by the end of Wednesday, 1 February 2023, 23:59 UTC, in case you do not agree with the proposed resolution. Appointment members For decision formal appointment additional members to the ccNSO Working Groups or Committees Draft Resolution Following calls for volunteers, a number of candidates applied for membership of the various ccNSO Working Groups and Committees. The ccNSO Council approves membership to the respective groups for the candidates as listed below. ccNSO Working Groups and Committees Nominee Internet Governance Liaison Committee (IGLC) Marta Moreira Dias (.pt) Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) Marta Moreira Dias (.pt) Eyitayo Iyortim (.ng) Nicklas Pousette (.se) Veronica Motloutsi (.za) The secretariat is requested to take all necessary steps to include them as members of the respective working group or committee, including informing the group’s leadership teams. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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February ccNSO Council meeting (192) | 16 February at 12:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Jan. 26, 2023

Jan. 26, 2023

Dear Councilors, The February ccNSO Council meeting (192) has been scheduled for 16 February at 12:00 UTC. The agenda will be circulated prior to the call. Please find the call details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/97258681960?pwd=L1FyQWZIcy9LRWNBNDZLbmNKeUtnQT09 Meeting ID: 972 5868 1960 Passcode: ccNSO-#192 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/zwGBDQ If you are unable to attend, please let Bart and I know as soon as possible.

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NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2023
by ICANN Community Digest Jan. 26, 2023

Jan. 26, 2023

Thursday, 26 January 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN org Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community leaders track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Table of Contents ICANN76 Resources OPENS MONDAY: ICANN Continues the Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program REMINDER: Register for the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico TOMORROW: ICANN76 Print Deadline Information Sharing NEXT WEEK: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members TODAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2023 NEW: ICANN Request for Quotation: Storage Network Replacement 2023 NEW: ICANN Publishes UA Roadmap for Domain Name Registry and Registrar Systems REMINDER: ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation REMINDER: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members REMINDER: Watch the Recording of the Draft ICANN FY24 Plans Informational Webinar REMINDER: Apply Now for ICANN and PTI Leadership Positions REMINDER: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open Public Comment NEXT WEEK: Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget Proposed Procedure for Selecting a Top-Level Domain String for Private Use Additional Script-Based Reference Label Generation Rules and Related Updates ICANN76 Resources OPENS MONDAY: ICANN Continues the Pandemic Internet Access Reimbursement Program Interested ICANN community members must apply in advance of ICANN76, and those who meet the eligibility requirements will be selected to participate. The application process opens Monday, 30 January 2023. The application deadline is Friday, 24 February 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Since ICANN76 will be conducted as a hybrid meeting, only applicants that attend virtually are eligible for this program. REMINDER: Register for the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico Registration for in-person attendance closes on 8 March 2023. Registration for virtual participation will remain open through 16 March 2023. The full schedule for ICANN76 will be published on 17 February 2023. Prep Week will be held 27 February 2023 - 01 March 2023 The Prep Week schedule will be published on 13 February 2023. ICANN76 Health and Safety Protocols Registration link. TOMORROW: ICANN76 Print Deadline 27 January 2023 | PRINT DEADLINE ONLY. If you only need your publication printed, meaning your publication is ready to send directly to the printer and needs no translation or design/layout modifications, please provide the file to us along with the quantity you want printed and dimensions of the publication by 27 January 2023. Please send materials to andrea.glandon(a)icann.org Information Sharing NEXT WEEK: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors and Selection Committee Members Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) are invited to nominate volunteers to serve as mentors in its Fellowship Program and to serve on the Fellowship Program Selection Committee. There will be a total of seven mentors and seven Selection Committee members, and each group is welcome to nominate one individual for each role. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor and Selection Committee representative by Tuesday, 31 January 2023 and notify fellowshipconsultation(a)icann.org. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. TODAY: ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation ICANN organization issued a request for proposal (RFP) to identify a contracting firm that can provide staff augmentation resources across multiple projects for software engineering, along with a cross functional team Participants submit proposals via the RFP Portal by 26 January 2023 Read more. NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2023 Find the Approved Resolutions from the 21 January 2023 Regular meeting of the ICANN Board here. NEW: ICANN Request for Quotation: Storage Network Replacement 2023 Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) organization issued a request for quotation (RFQ) to identify one or more providers to facilitate the sourcing and pre-configuration of predetermined storage area network equipment for our data centers. For a complete overview of this RFQ, including the timeline, please click here. Read more. NEW: ICANN Publishes UA Roadmap for Domain Name Registry and Registrar Systems ICANN is publishing a study on The Universal Acceptance (UA) Roadmap for Domain Name Registry and Registrar Systems, which proposes how to test these systems for UA-readiness, for the benefit of TLD registries and registrars. The study is based on the Universal Acceptance Readiness Framework and also includes results of testing a registry system and a registrar system in the appendices. Read more. REMINDER: Watch the Recording of the Draft ICANN FY24 Plans Informational Webinar The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) posted the Draft FY24-28 Operating and Financial Plan, and Draft FY24 Operating Plan and Budget for public comment on December 14, 2022. See link. And this proceeding closes on 13 February 2023. ICANN org hosted two informational webinars about the Draft FY24 Plans, both webinars presented identical information, please watch the recording to learn more about these Plans. REMINDER: Apply Now for ICANN and PTI Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, the ICANN Board of Directors, and the Public Technical Identifiers (PTI) Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 23 March 2023 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. REMINDER: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open The nomination period for the ICANN Community Excellence Award is now open. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, 28 March 2023 and the winner(s) will be announced at ICANN77. Learn more about the nomination process. Submit your nominations. Public Comment NEXT WEEK: Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Open for submissions date: 28 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 30 January 2023 Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget Open for submissions date: 14 December 2022 Closed for submissions date: 13 February 2023 Proposed Procedure for Selecting a Top-Level Domain String for Private Use Open for submissions date: 13 January 2023 Closed for submissions date: 28 February 2023 Additional Script-Based Reference Label Generation Rules and Related Updates Open for submissions date: 19 January 2023 Closed for submissions date: 03 March 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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[INPUT REQUIRED] - Topics to discuss with ccTLD-related Board Members
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Jan. 26, 2023

Jan. 26, 2023

Dear Councillors I hope you are having a great start of the week :) This is a kind reminder to send to the mailing list the topics you would like to discuss with the ccTLD-related Board Members at our joint session in ICANN 76. Best regards, Alejandra ******************************************* Work like you don't need the money. Love like you've never been hurt. Dance like nobody's watching. Sing like nobody's listening. And live like it's Heaven on Earth. *******************************************

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