January 2023 - Ccnso-council

Call for Volunteers: The ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) welcomes additional members
by Joke Braeken Jan. 13, 2023

Jan. 13, 2023

Dear All, The ccNSO welcomes additional volunteers for the ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC). The call for volunteers will close on Friday, 27 January 2022 (23:59 UTC). Potential MPC members and those want to learn more about the work of the MPC are kindly invited to a 1-hour webinar, hosted by ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee chair Everton Rodrigues (.br). The webinar will be held on Thursday, 19 January 2023 at 13 UTC. You will be informed on how to join the Committee, the required skill set, the topics that will be addressed by this group, and its working methods MPC Webinar | 19 January at 13 UTC Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/94070744106?pwd=d2hDcEpMT0RtSzN1eW9USjJnVWlBQT09 Meeting ID: 940 7074 4106 | Passcode: jz7BtJ5SS$ | Passcode audio only: 5529375289 Find your local number: https://icann.zoom.us/u/acQOZSVOrM Who can become an MPC member? Do you have a finger on the pulse? Are you interested in and aware of the latest things that are happening in the ccTLD world? Do you have experience with session selection and meeting organization? The MPC needs you! Membership of the Committee is open to all ccTLD managers (whether members of the ccNSO or not) The membership will be listed on https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/mpwg.htm Term of service As per its Charter, each year the members of the Committee will be asked whether they want to continue to serve thereon. The group encourages participation from all geographic regions and by volunteering you commit to participate in and contribute to the bi-weekly MPC meetings and to the work in between those meetings. Working method The committee meets on a bi-weekly basis through Zoom and might decide to meet during the ICANN public meetings. The working language of the committee is English. How to apply? If you are interested in applying for membership of the ccNSO MPC, kindly send an e-mail to joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>. The call for volunteers will close on Friday, 27 January 2023 (23:59 UTC). By submitting your personal data, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and you agree to abide by the electronic Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) Next Steps Once we have received your intent to apply for this position, the ccNSO Secretariat will send you a link to an online Public Data Consent Form. Via this form, you consent to ICANN processing data in order to appoint you as member and to subscribe you to the relevant mailing list(s). The form explains the information ICANN will process to administer your participation and how the information will be used this purpose. It also describes the rights you have regarding your information. Members shall be appointed by the ccNSO Council after closure of the call for volunteers. About the MPC The objective of the MPC is aligned with the platform function of the ccNSO: The MPC aims to enable information sharing for and by ccTLDs, focusing on topics relevant to ccTLD Managers. The MPC coordinates and manages the high-level schedule of the ccNSO-related sessions, including the ccNSO Members Meeting agenda at ICANN public meetings, and related matters. Membership of the MPC is open to all ccTLD managers (whether members or non-members of the ccNSO). Consult the MPC Charter and read more about the Committee here: https://community.icann.org/x/hDCAAw Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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NEW: ICANN and UA Steering Group Announce Inaugural UA Day and Call for Proposals
by ICANN Community Digest Jan. 12, 2023

Jan. 12, 2023

Thursday, 12 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Contracted Parties Set to Vote on RDAP Amendments NEW: Apply Now for ICANN and PTI Leadership Positions NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa to Launch Study of Continent’s DNS Landscape NEW: ICANN and UA Steering Group Announce Inaugural UA Day and Call for Proposals UPDATED REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance 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: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open Public Comment Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget ICANN76 Resources REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! Registration is now open for the ICANN76 Community Forum, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 11-16 March 2023 in Cancún, Mexico. In-person registration closes 8 March 2023, while virtual registration closes 16 March 2023. Please note, ICANN Funded Travelers will receive a personalized registration link in their emails. Registration link. REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline 13 January 2023 | TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 13 January. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the below print deadline. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated. 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program for ICANN76 in Cancún, Mexico. The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children 12 years or younger at ICANN Public Meetings and eligible ICANN events. The deadline to apply for the ICANN76 grant is Friday, 13 January 2023 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The application is available here. Read more. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Contracted Parties Set to Vote on RDAP Amendments On 19 January 2023, contracted parties will begin voting on the proposed 2023 Global Amendments to the Base Generic Top-level Domain (gTLD) Registry Agreement (RA) and 2013 Registrar Accreditation Agreement (RAA). This voting period is an important and decisive step in our commitment to the Internet community to improve the WHOIS system by updating the underlying technology with the more secure and capable Registration Data Access Protocol (RDAP). Read more. NEW: 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. NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa to Launch Study of Continent’s DNS Landscape The Coalition for Digital Africa is conducting an in-depth study of the African Domain Name System (DNS) landscape aimed at creating a comprehensive picture of the industry. The study, commissioned by ICANN and conducted by PowerSoft Africa, is the fifth major initiative to be deployed under the auspices of the Coalition for Digital Africa. All of the projects are aimed at expanding the Internet infrastructure in Africa. Read more. NEW: ICANN and UA Steering Group Announce Inaugural UA Day and Call for Proposals The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) and the Universal Acceptance Steering Group (UASG) are calling for event proposals for the inaugural Universal Acceptance (UA) Day to be held on 28 March 2023. Organized by the volunteer-led UASG and supported by ICANN, UA Day will be an opportunity to rally local, regional, and global communities and organizations to spread UA awareness and to encourage UA adoption with key stakeholders. Proposals will be accepted until 31 January 2023. Proposals can be completed at https://uasg.tech/ua-day/ Read the ICANN Announcement for more information. UPDATED REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 ICANN organization is restarting the Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP). The Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) CROP space is now available for use by eligible community groups. FY23 CROP trips will be available starting Monday, 16 January 2023. Deadline to Submit for ICANN76 CROP Travel: 20 January 2023 Read more. REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance In January 2023, ICANN will be holding its second webinar as part of the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program. 17 January 2023 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend 18 January 2023 at 06:00 UTC | Register to attend Closing date for registration: 16 January 2023. The webinars are in English only. Recordings will be posted here after the webinars. Read more. REMINDER: 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. 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: 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 Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Open for submissions date: 28 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 16 January 2023 Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Open for submissions date: 29 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 24 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 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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Draft agenda meeting 191| - 19 January 2023, 21.00-22.30 UTC
by Bart Boswinkel Jan. 12, 2023

Jan. 12, 2023

Dear all, Please find included the draft agenda (pdf and word) for the upcoming Council meeting, meeting # 191. Also included the latest version of 360 review procedure (item 11 agenda), following comments from Nick Additional background material, if any, wil follow, Kind regards, Bart ------------------- Draft Agenda ccNSO Council Meeting 191 19 January 2023, 21.00-22.30 UTC 1. Welcome and roll call 1. Relevant Correspondence (https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/statements.htm) * Confirmation Nomination Patricio Poblete 1. Minutes & Action Items * Minutes Meeting 190: * Action items and/or To-Do’s: 190-01: Councillors requested to respond to the 360 review proposal. (Completed, see item 11 on agenda) 190-02: The Chair to inform the ECA and ICANN secretary of nomination of Patricio Poblete to take Board Seat 11 at the end of 2023 AGM. (Completed) 190-03: Inform ICANN Org about appointment of Pablo and Olga as members of ICANN 2023 Excellence Award selection panel. (Completed) 190-04: Inform ICANN Org about appointment of Jenifer as fellowship mentor 2023 and Stephen on the fellowship selection committee (Completed) 190-05: Secretariat to publish Guideline: ccNSO Nomination Process ICANN Board Seats 11 and 12 version 3 and related resolution (Completed) 190-06: Secretariat to publish Guideline: ccNSO Guideline Council Elections version 2.1 and related resolution (Completed) 190-07: Jordan Carter to collate information on improving effectiveness and efficiency of ccNSO policy development processes by meeting 191. (See item 15) 190-08: Chair on behalf of Council suggest to current PDP WG to self-evaluate their process after completion of their work, and share results and suggestions with Council and broader community. (See item 15) 190-09: Call for Volunteers OISC review team (Completed, see item 14) Open Action items previous meetings 189-08: Chair and/or Secretariat to reach out to Peter Koch regarding mentorship/succession plan. (Pending awaiting preparation of succession planning session, see item 189-09) 189-09: Council to discuss a succession plan in a broader context around the roles and responsibilities – possibly a workshop or at ICANN76 (Pending preparation of ICANN76 workshop) 189-13: Stephen Deerhake to reach out to the Tech Working group regarding a possible presentation from RSSAC to the cc community (need to check) 1. Intermeeting Decisions (since meeting 190, 15 December 2022) - Adoption Council 360 review: Deferred until meeting 191 given questions by Nick. See item 11. Item 5-10 Updates and Q&A 1. Update ECA, CSC, CSC RT (no meetings) Public comment CSC RT Initial report published 20 December 2022. 1. Update WGs taken (written updates very limited, most wg / committees had no meetings since Council meeting 190, December 2022) * IGLC ( no meeting since Council meeting 190) * GRC * SOPC * OISC (no meeting since ICANN 74, travel funding subgroup met) * TLD-OPS (no meeting since last update) * DASC * Technical WG (no meeting since ICANN75) * MPC * Triage Committee * IRP Panel selection * CCG WS 2 Implementation (no meeting since last update) * Prioritization Framework group (no meeting since last update) 1. Updates ccPDPs (written updates) * Update ccPDP3 - Review Mechanism (no meeting since 20 October 2022, awaiting public comments. Public comment forum closes 24 January 2023) * Update IDN ccPDP4 (written update) 1. Update liaisons (written updates) * Update ALAC Liaison * Update GNSO Liaison 1. Update ccNSO Website redesign Informational 1. Update Chair, Vice-Chairs, Councillors, RO’s and Secretariat Meeting with NomCom Administrative matters for discussion and/or decision during the meeting (items 11 – 14) 1. Council 360 review terms of reference For discussion and adoption. Proposed terms of reference by small ad-hoc group (Alejandra, Olga and Chris) Were introduced at meeting 190. Small group received comments from Nick. 1. Updates & Adoption ccNSO Internal Procedures Informational and/or Decision 1. Update Guideline: ccNSO SoI and CoI For Information 1. Update Implementation policy For information 1. Update Charters, Terms of Reference Recurring until review of all charters and terms of reference has been completed. No charters under review currently. 1. Appointments to Working Groups and Committees For Information and decision, if needed. Appointment Effectiveness review team ccNSO Outreach and Involvement Standing Committee (OISC) Volunteers to date: * Ai-Chin Lu * Ali Hadji * Olga Cavalli * Nick Wenban-Smith Items for discussion and/or decision during the meeting (items 15-17) 1. Review Council workshop (Council meeting 189) on effectiveness and efficiency development processes and next steps. Informational, for discussion 1. Review Council workshop (Council meeting 190) on ccNSO& UA and next steps. 1. ICANN76 For discussion * ccNSO 20th Anniversary * ccNSO related meetings (tentative block schedule) * Sun 12/Mar 15:30-17:00 UTC - Prep Council Meeting & Workshop 1. Roles and Responsibilities, including chair and vice-chair selection. Current overview: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/roles-responsibi… 1. Succession planning liaisons ( Action item 189-08 and 09) * Joint meetings: * Mon 13/Mar 21:30-22:30 UTC - ccNSO-GNSO Councils Meeting * Wed 15/Mar Time TBC - ccNSO- ccTLD related Board members, in accordance with adopted schedule. Identify topics & facilitator(s) * Thu 16/Mar 18:15-19:30 UTC - Council Meeting 1. AOB 1. Next Council Meetings ○ Meeting 192, 16 February 2023 - 12:00 UTC ○ Meeting 193, 16 March 2023 - ICANN76|18:15-19:30 UTC 1. Closure

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REMINDER | Call For Presenters: ICANN76 ccTLD News Session
by Joke Braeken Jan. 12, 2023

Jan. 12, 2023

Dear All, This is a reminder about the call for presentations for the ICANN76 ccTLD News Session. Several ccTLDs from different regions already submitted their applications, and the ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) welcomes one or two additional proposals. The ccTLD News session has interpretation: both presenters and members of the audience can choose between English, French and Spanish. To submit your proposal, go to https://forms.gle/3BYdPud3bAK7VB2c8 The application deadline is Friday, 20 January 2023 (23:59 UTC). All applicants will be informed by end January about the MPC selection. Thank you! 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, 8 December 2022 at 15:12 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] Call For Presenters: ICANN76 ccTLD News Session Dear All, The ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) seeks presenters for the next edition of the ccTLD News session, held during the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancun, Mexico. Whether you are a seasoned presenter, or this be your first time, the MPC encourages you to submit your proposal, spread the word among your peers from the ccTLD community, and participate. ccTLDs globally want to hear from you! The ccTLD News Session is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, 15 March 2022 (UTC -5) and will accommodate both in-person and virtual participation. For selected ccNSO sessions during ICANN76, including the ccTLD News Sessions, simultaneous interpretation will be available, and participants are able to select the language they will speak or listen to in Zoom. Available languages are French, Spanish or English. The ccNSO Meeting Programme Committee looks forward to your participation! I wish to present: How can I apply for a speaking position? To submit your proposal, go to https://forms.gle/3BYdPud3bAK7VB2c8 [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/3BYdPud3bAK7VB2c8__;!!PtGJab4!…> The application deadline is Friday, 20 January 2023 (23:59 UTC). Next steps The MPC will review all proposals and will publish the agenda for the ccTLD News Session at the end of January. All ccTLD News presenters will receive a briefing paper, and will be asked to participate in two meetings in preparation of the session. About the ccTLD News Sessions Previous editions of the ccTLD News Sessions had an excellent collection of case studies, statistics, new developments, trends and more. The ccTLD News Sessions have been a part of the ccNSO Members Meetings for several years and has provided a global platform for both experienced and new people to meet, share experiences and discuss ccTLD-related aspects. For reference, the most recent session was held during ICANN75. Read more<https://community.icann.org/x/ooNJD>. ICANN76 links to bookmark now * ccNSO Schedule https://community.icann.org/x/8IMFDQ * ccNSO Session Highlights https://community.icann.org/x/kYYFDQ * Tech Day https://community.icann.org/x/WIQ-DQ Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org

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ICANN Receives Final Declaration in the Namecheap Independent Review Process
by ICANN Community Digest Jan. 9, 2023

Jan. 9, 2023

Monday, 09 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open Information Sharing NEW: Looking Ahead to a Successful 2023 NEW: ICANN Receives Final Declaration in the Namecheap Independent Review Process REMINDER ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance 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: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open Public Comment Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget ICANN76 Resources REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! Registration is now open for the ICANN76 Community Forum, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 11-16 March 2023 in Cancún, Mexico. In-person registration closes 8 March 2023, while virtual registration closes 16 March 2023. Please note, ICANN Funded Travelers will receive a personalized registration link in their emails. Registration link. REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline 13 January 2023 | TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 13 January. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the below print deadline. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated. 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program for ICANN76 in Cancún, Mexico. The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children 12 years or younger at ICANN Public Meetings and eligible ICANN events. The deadline to apply for the ICANN76 grant is Friday, 13 January 2023 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The application is available here. Read more. Information Sharing NEW: Looking Ahead to a Successful 2023 We begin the new year with change, opportunities, and challenges. This will be a defining year in how we achieve our goals, and our success depends on all of us working together as one. The Board looks forward to continuing its discussions and collaboration with the community. Read more. NEW: ICANN Receives Final Declaration in the Namecheap Independent Review Process ICANN received the final declaration in the Namecheap, Inc., versus ICANN Independent Review Process (IRP) on 26 December 2022. ICANN's IRP is a dispute-resolution mechanism created under the ICANN Bylaws. The final declaration was issued by a three-member panel of neutral arbitrators, following a formal and lengthy process administered by the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. Read more. REMINDER ICANN Request for Proposal: Software Engineering Staff Augmentation Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (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 to indicate interest in RFP by 09 January 2023 by 23:59 UTC Read more. REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 ICANN organization is restarting the Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP). The Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) CROP space is now available for use by eligible community groups. FY23 CROP trips will be available starting Monday, 16 January 2023. Read more. REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance In January 2023, ICANN will be holding its second webinar as part of the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program. 17 January 2023 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend 18 January 2023 at 06:00 UTC | Register to attend Closing date for registration: 16 January 2023. The webinars are in English only. Recordings will be posted here after the webinars. Read more. REMINDER: 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. 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: 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 Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Open for submissions date: 28 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 16 January 2023 Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Open for submissions date: 29 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 24 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 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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Join the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Workshop – part two, on 18 January 2023 at 13 UTC
by Joke Braeken Jan. 9, 2023

Jan. 9, 2023

Dear All, The ccNSO Council invites the ccTLD Community to join part two of the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Workshop on Wednesday, 18 January 2023 at 13:00 UTC to further discuss the suggestions regarding what the ccNSO should do or should not do with respect to Universal Acceptance, in addition to what is already happening at the local and regional ccTLD level. Part one of the workshop was held on 15 December 2022. Consult the recording here<https://community.icann.org/x/HBwFBQ>. During the second part of the workshop, we will further explore the expectations by the ccTLD community regarding potential ccNSO action on Universal Acceptance, and how to organize next efforts. Following conclusion of the workshop, the ccNSO Council will develop a plan which will be presented to the ccTLD community at the upcoming ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancun (MX), held 11-16 March 2023. Workshop information Register in advance for this workshop: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rcOyopjksEtH_klPgYykdl53n1pM7rMz6 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the workshop. A recording of the workshop will be published at https://community.icann.org/x/HBwFBQ Background The Country Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO) has organized a session on Universal Acceptance during the ICANN75 ICANN Public Meeting. Country code top-level domain (ccTLD) managers and others explored the potential role of the ccNSO itself. Both ccTLDs and other stakeholders suggested activities the ccNSO could undertake to complement existing work being done by the community. Recordings of the ICANN75 ccNSO session on Universal Acceptance have been posted here<https://75.schedule.icann.org/meetings/SPBHL3JWeeNTZQJ8f>. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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ccNSO & UA Workshop - Part two (Wed, 18 Jan. 2023 | 13 UTC)
by Joke Braeken Jan. 9, 2023

Jan. 9, 2023

ccNSO & UA Workshop - Part two (Wed, 18 Jan. 2023 | 13 UTC) Register in advance for this workshop, or find information about joining below * Register now https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rcOyopjksEtH_klPgYykdl53n1pM7rMz6 * Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/99675082685?pwd=UDR6TWVhdnZRTEx2UDZiVDdCUURjZz09 Meeting ID: 996 7508 2685 Passcode: 2?0?eb@U^B Passcode: 2547035567 Find your local number: https://icann.zoom.us/u/abYxu1ckwr = = = = Announcement available shortly. Go to https://ccnso.icann.org/en/news/announcements

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Second part ccNSO & UA workshop
by Bart Boswinkel Jan. 9, 2023

Jan. 9, 2023

This is tentative invitation for second part Council workshop on ccNSO & UA

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NEW Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 December 2022
by ICANN Community Digest Jan. 5, 2023

Jan. 5, 2023

Thursday, 05 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 December 2022 REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance 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: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period Now Open Public Comment Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Draft FY24–28 Operating & Financial Plan and Draft FY24 Operating Plan & Budget Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs ICANN76 Resources REMINDER: ICANN76 Registration is now open! Registration is now open for the ICANN76 Community Forum, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 11-16 March 2023 in Cancún, Mexico. In-person registration closes 8 March 2023, while virtual registration closes 16 March 2023. Please note, ICANN Funded Travelers will receive a personalized registration link in their emails. Registration link. REMINDER: ICANN76 Translation, and Print Deadline 13 January 2023 | TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 13 January. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the below print deadline. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated. 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 REMINDER: ICANN76 Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program Application Now Open ICANN is opening the application round for its Community Childcare Grants Pilot Program for ICANN76 in Cancún, Mexico. The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children 12 years or younger at ICANN Public Meetings and eligible ICANN events. The deadline to apply for the ICANN76 grant is Friday, 13 January 2023 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The application is available here. Read more. Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 December 2022 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 21 December 2022 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here. REMINDER: ICANN Restarts the Community Regional Outreach Program for FY23 ICANN organization is restarting the Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP). The Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) CROP space is now available for use by eligible community groups. FY23 CROP trips will be available starting Monday, 16 January 2023. Read more. REMINDER: Join the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program Webinar on Universal Acceptance In January 2023, ICANN will be holding its second webinar as part of the ICANN for Beginners Virtual Program. 17 January 2023 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend 18 January 2023 at 06:00 UTC | Register to attend Closing date for registration: 16 January 2023. The webinars are in English only. Recordings will be posted here after the webinars. Read more. REMINDER: 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. 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: 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 Initial Report on the ccNSO PDP Review Mechanism Open for submissions date: 29 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 07 February 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 Final Report from the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs Open for submissions date: 28 November 2022 Closed for submissions date: 15 February 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 01 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 09 January 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here 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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January ccNSO Council meeting | 19 January at 21:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Jan. 3, 2023

Jan. 3, 2023

Dear Councilors, The January ccNSO Council meeting has been scheduled for 19 January at 21:00 UTC. The agenda will be circulated prior to the call. Please find the call details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/96831659859?pwd=cWxsOTA1a2tVSmt0M0tOUEg2d0Vidz09 Meeting ID: 968 3165 9859 Passcode: ccNSO-0119 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/zAGBDQ If you are unable to attend, please let Bart and I know as soon as possible.

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