November 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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NEW Press Release: ICANN Launches Global Service to Simplify Requests for Nonpublic Domain Name Registration Data
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 30, 2023

Nov. 30, 2023

Thursday, 30 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents ICANN79 NEW: ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing NEW: Secretary’s Notice | ICANN81 Location Selection NEW Press Release: ICANN Launches Global Service to Simplify Requests for Nonpublic Domain Name Registration Data NEW: Security Topics Drive ICANN LAC Engagement in 2023 NEW: ICANN Mobile Network Operator Day 2023: Strengthening the DNS Ecosystem Security NEW: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar TODAY: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) TODAY: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations Public Comment Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study ICANN79 NEW: ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Grants of up to $750 per family are available for ICANN Public Meeting participants who meet the criteria, are bringing children, and will incur expenses associated with babysitting and/or local childcare services. Deadline: Friday, 26 January 2024, at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. Information Sharing NEW: Secretary’s Notice | ICANN81 Location Selection Please find the 27 November 2023 Secretary's Notice of the ICANN Board Action Without a Meeting where here. NEW: Press Release: ICANN Launches Global Service to Simplify Requests for Nonpublic Domain Name Registration Data The RDRS is a free, global, one-stop shop ticketing system that handles nonpublic gTLD registration data requests. The RDRS connects requestors of nonpublic data with the relevant ICANN-accredited registrars for gTLD domain names that are participating in the service. Read more. NEW: Security Topics Drive ICANN LAC Engagement in 2023 ICANN Latin American and Caribbean Global Stakeholder Engagement (LAC GSE) team is beginning to review its work and prepare for future engagement efforts in 2024. This year, we made notable contributions towards empowering members of ICANN's technical community and engaging in discussions on Internet governance. Read more. NEW: ICANN Mobile Network Operator Day 2023: Strengthening the DNS Ecosystem Security The inaugural ICANN Mobile Network Operator Day featured presentations and panel discussions led by ICANN, the African Network Information Centre, Zambia ICT Regulation Authority (ZICTA), and Network Service Providers Association of Zambia (NSPAZ). Read more. NEW: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar ICANN invites the community to participate in an informational webinar about the Draft ICANN, Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA), and Public Technical Identifier (PTI) Fiscal Year (FY) 25 Plans and Budgets. Both webinars will present identical information on these plans. 13 December 2023 at 01:00 UTC, please register here. 13 December 2023 at 17:00 UTC, please register here. Announcement TODAY: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. TODAY: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program The leadership of the ICANN Supporting Organizations (SOs), Advisory Committees (ACs), and their constituent stakeholder groups (22 total including the Nominating Committee) will be appointing one representative (with an optional secondary alternate) to join the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Appointees are expected to be identified by the end of November 2023, with a view toward an initial meeting in December 2023. Please share your interest in participation with your structure’s leadership. The CIP-CCG will be responsible for helping to design and implement a Continuous Improvement Program. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role in designing a program which will have lasting impact on the effectiveness and accountability of your community structure. In this work, the Community Coordination Group will be responsible for: 1. Developing a shared understanding of the meaning of Continuous Improvement in the context of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6, calling for Organizational Reviews to be evolved into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), 2. Considering a range of methodologies for effective continuous improvement programs, 3. Agreeing on the methodology that is fit for ICANN purpose, and 4. Formulating a CIP Framework, to be used by each SO, AC and NomCom. For transparency of the process, input received will be posted on a community page at https://community.icann.org/x/WJRME. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN80 meeting is scheduled for 10–13 June 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. If ICANN80 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. The deadline to apply is 16 December 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. Public Comment Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 86 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 04 December 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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[REGISTER NOW] Vrtual World Café - 14.Dec 13:00UTC
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 29, 2023

Nov. 29, 2023

Dear ccNSO members, council members, ccTLD representatives, At ICANN78, the ccNSO 20th Anniversary Committee organized a World Café with ccTLD representatives to explore topics to shape the ccNSO for 2030. As promised, we now warmly welcome you to a fully virtual session that will be held on Thursday, 14 December 2023 (13:00-15:00 UTC). You will have the opportunity to share, engage and learn from other ccTLDs, while discussing new topics that emerged from the session in Hamburg. *Please register in advance here*: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lce2gqzkvHNxnhKCFcEIFhsbHoKiv2QSZ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Best regards, Alejandra Reynoso ccNSO Chair ******************************************* 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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REVISED: December ccNSO Council teleconference (201) | 21 December at 21:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 29, 2023

Nov. 29, 2023

Dear Council, The December ccNSO Council teleconference (201) is scheduled for 21 December 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/98689741723?pwd=UDd3SHEyc1B2NDlPbGJNVVYxWWhzZz09 Meeting ID: 986 8974 1723 Passcode: ccNSO-#201 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/0QejDQ

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December ccNSO Council teleconference (201) | 21 December at 21:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 29, 2023

Nov. 29, 2023

Dear Council, The December ccNSO Council teleconference (201) is scheduled for 21 December 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/98689741723?pwd=UDd3SHEyc1B2NDlPbGJNVVYxWWhzZz09 Meeting ID: 986 8974 1723 Passcode: ccNSO-#201 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/0QejDQ

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Please vote: call to action for ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region
by Joke Braeken Nov. 29, 2023

Nov. 29, 2023

Dear ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region, Here is a reminder that ccNSO voting is under way in your region. If your ccTLD has not yet voted, please consider doing so. The voting closes this Thursday, and additional votes are needed to meet the quorum requirement. To find the ballot, look for an email from tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org>. To read more about the voting procedure and the list of candidates, go to https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-07nov23-en.htm Have you already voted? No further action is needed. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your vote! Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> From: Ccnso-members <ccnso-members-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of "ccnso-members(a)icann.org" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org> Reply to: Joke Braeken <joke.braeken(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, 27 November 2023 at 11:12 To: "ccnso-members(a)icann.org" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org> Cc: ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Subject: [ccnso-members] ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region: please vote Dear ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region, This is a call to action, to please vote to elect one (1) ccNSO Council member for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. The deadline for voting in this round is approaching soon. Voting closes Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). IMPORTANT: 6 (six) additional votes are needed to reach a quorum for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. If the quorum is not reached, a second round of voting must be held according to the schedule previously adopted by the ccNSO Council. ccNSO COUNCIL | AP region * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 22 (32 Emissaries have not yet voted) * Quorum requirement: a majority of the eligible Emissaries needs to vote to meet the quorum * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-07nov23-en.htm [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announc…> * End vote: Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the AP region, via their Emissaries (54 Emissaries, corresponding to 55 members) Your ballot was e-mailed to you by tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org>. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Voting Results: Board Seat 12 Election
by Joke Braeken Nov. 29, 2023

Nov. 29, 2023

Voting Results: Board Seat 12 Election Date: 29 November 2023 Voting in the ICANN Board Seat 12 election closed Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). This is to inform you about the election results and to thank all those who voted. Election Results Out of 175 Emissaries, 88 (50%) have cast their votes: Katrina Sataki received 81 votes, whereas 6 Emissaries voted for "None of the above". There was one Emissary that voted without selecting any of the options. When the ballots were distributed, the ccNSO counted 177 members, corresponding to 175 Territories, and therefor 175 Emissaries. As per Section 10.4(e) of the June 2022 ICANN Bylaws, the Emissary is the Representative selected by the ccTLD Manager for the purpose of voting in the specific cases enumerated in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and some of the votings as per the ccNSO Internal Rules and Procedures. There was no quorum requirement for this voting. Next Steps The ccNSO has entered into voluntary internal arrangement that the ccNSO members, via their Emissaries, shall propose and elect candidates for the ICANN Board seats 11 and 12. As a next step, the ccNSO Council needs to formally nominate the candidate, as per Section 10.3 (i) of the ICANN Bylaws<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/governance/bylaws-en/#article10>. The Nomination Process Manager will submit a Nomination Report to the ccNSO Council for discussion and adoption. With adoption of the Nomination report, the Nomination Process will formally close and the Empowered Community Administration (ECA) and ICANN's Secretary will be notified of the results of the Nomination Process accordingly. Links * Call for nominations<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-18jul23-en.htm> * Announcement candidate list<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-21aug23-en.htm> * Archive for nominations and secondments<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ccnso-boardnominations/> * Election notice<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-06nov23-en.htm> * Applicable ccNSO guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination…> * Timeline v2<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/timeline-nomination-icann-board-se…> * Candidate statement Katrina Sataki<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/sataki-statement-21aug23-en.pdf> * Rules for the ccNSO Membership<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Draft TStement revised terms of reference Pilot Holistic review
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 28, 2023

Nov. 28, 2023

Dear all, Please find included (word, PDF and below) a draft for a Council statement on the revise terms of refence for the pilot holistic review. As you may recall you briefly discussed on-line when agreeing to submit a statement, major concerns were addressed and there are no major issues anymore. As the public comment period closes Monday 27 November 23.59 UTC, It would be very helpful if you could provide feed-back, if any by Friday 24 November 2023 NOON UTC on this list. This would allow enough time to finalize the statement and submit it in time. Kind regards, Bart -------------- Submission: Pilot Holistic Review Draft Terms of Reference. Date 24 November 2023 The Country-Code Name Supporting Organization (ccNSO) Council welcomes the opportunity to provide a response and input to ICANN’s Revised Draft Terms of Reference for the Pilot Holistic Review (PHR). This response and input reflects the views of the ccNSO (Council) and was adopted in accordance with the Guideline: ccNSO Statements (2016). The ccNSO Council commends the ICANN Board the way in which the comments and issues raised on the 2022 Draft Terms of Reference for the pilot Holistic Review by the ccNSO Council and others have been taken into account and addressed. We appreciate that not all of our concerns could be addressed. The ccNSO Council expresses its support for the draft Revised Terms of Reference and the next steps as noted in the Background section of the public comment announcement on the Pilot Holistic Review Draft Terms of Reference. On behalf of the ccNSO Council Alejandra Reynoso (chair)

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[REVIEW] Council 360 feedback process
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 28, 2023

Nov. 28, 2023

Dear Councillors This is a kind reminder to provide any comments on the updated ccNSO Council 360 feedback process by next Tuesday 28 of November. The text will be updated with your suggestions and circulated to you again for final discussion and adoption at the Council call in December. 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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NEW: ICANN Announces NextGen@ICANN79 Participants
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 27, 2023

Nov. 27, 2023

Monday, 27 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing ICANN78 Policy Outcomes Report IS PUBLISHED NEW: ICANN Announces NextGen@ICANN79 Participants REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items THIS WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing ICANN78 Policy Outcomes Report IS PUBLISHED Please find the ICANN78 Policy Outcomes Report here: https://go.icann.org/outcomes78 NEW: ICANN Announces NextGen@ICANN79 Participants The 12 selectees attend universities in the North American region where they study computer science, communications, and technology. Read more. REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. THIS WEEK: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items THIS WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program The leadership of the ICANN Supporting Organizations (SOs), Advisory Committees (ACs), and their constituent stakeholder groups (22 total including the Nominating Committee) will be appointing one representative (with an optional secondary alternate) to join the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Appointees are expected to be identified by the end of November 2023, with a view toward an initial meeting in December 2023. Please share your interest in participation with your structure’s leadership. The CIP-CCG will be responsible for helping to design and implement a Continuous Improvement Program. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role in designing a program which will have lasting impact on the effectiveness and accountability of your community structure. In this work, the Community Coordination Group will be responsible for: 1. Developing a shared understanding of the meaning of Continuous Improvement in the context of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6, calling for Organizational Reviews to be evolved into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), 2. Considering a range of methodologies for effective continuous improvement programs, 3. Agreeing on the methodology that is fit for ICANN purpose, and 4. Formulating a CIP Framework, to be used by each SO, AC and NomCom. For transparency of the process, input received will be posted on a community page at https://community.icann.org/x/WJRME. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN80 meeting is scheduled for 10–13 June 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. If ICANN80 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. The deadline to apply is 16 December 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 85 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 30 November 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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Help plan the next TLD OPS Workshop
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 27, 2023

Nov. 27, 2023

Dear all, As you may remember, the TLD-OPS Standing Committee conducted a disaster recover/business continuity workshop (Montreal ICANN66). This session was well received and highly attended. The Standing Committee has developed a plan for future workshops – which included gathering feedback at ICANN78 and the launch of a workshop planning group. It was suggested to replay the previous workshop, with a few modifications. Scenarios for the workshop could include ransomware, DDoS, natural disaster, global pandemics, etc. A planning session will be held at ICANN79 on Sunday, 3 March 2024. Please let the committee know if you are interested in joining this planning group (ccNSO-TLDops(a)icann.org<mailto:ccNSO-TLDops@icann.org>). Anyone with an interest is welcome to join. Sent on behalf of the TLD-OPS Standing Committee Thank you.

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ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region: please vote
by Joke Braeken Nov. 27, 2023

Nov. 27, 2023

Dear ccNSO members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region, This is a call to action, to please vote to elect one (1) ccNSO Council member for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. The deadline for voting in this round is approaching soon. Voting closes Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). IMPORTANT: 6 (six) additional votes are needed to reach a quorum for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. If the quorum is not reached, a second round of voting must be held according to the schedule previously adopted by the ccNSO Council. ccNSO COUNCIL | AP region * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 22 (32 Emissaries have not yet voted) * Quorum requirement: a majority of the eligible Emissaries needs to vote to meet the quorum * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-07nov23-en.htm * End vote: Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the AP region, via their Emissaries (54 Emissaries, corresponding to 55 members) Your ballot was e-mailed to you by tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org>. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Reminder to please vote
by Joke Braeken Nov. 24, 2023

Nov. 24, 2023

Dear ccNSO members, This is a call to action, and a reminder to please vote, as voting closes next week. IMPORTANT: To meet the quorum for the elections in the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region, 7 additional votes are needed. If the quorum will not be met, a second voting round will need to be held, as per the timeline previously adopted by the ccNSO Council. ccNSO COUNCIL | AP region * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 21 (33 members have not yet voted) * Quorum requirement: a majority of the eligible Emissaries needs to vote to meet the quorum * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-07nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Thursday 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Thursday 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the AP region, via their Emissaries (54 Emissaries, corresponding to 55 members) ccNSO COUNCIL | EU region * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 28 (19 voters have not yet voted) * Quorum requirement: a majority of the eligible Emissaries needs to vote to meet the quorum * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-07nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Thursday 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Thursday 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the EU region, via their Emissaries (47 Emissaries, corresponding to 47 members) BOARD SEAT 12 * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 76 (99 voters have not yet voted) * Quorum requirement: There is no quorum requirement for this voting. As per section 3.7 of the applicable guideline: "The Candidate(s) that receive(s the plurality of the votes cast by the ccNSO members, shall be the Candidate(s) who is(are) elected to be nominated by the ccNSO Council. * Election notice & candidate statement: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-06nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Tuesday, 7 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members, via their Emissaries (175 Emissaries, corresponding to 177 members) This email also includes a status update regarding the ongoing ccNSO elections (status update from Friday, 24 November 2023, at 07:00 UTC). Do you have questions? Contact Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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NEW: Consultation Preview: Public Interest Commitments/Registry Voluntary Commitments
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 23, 2023

Nov. 23, 2023

Thursday, 23 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Launches New Security and Stability Advisory Committee (SSAC) Pages NEW: Consultation Preview: Public Interest Commitments/Registry Voluntary Commitments NEW: Over 120 Events: ICANN’s North American Engagement Team Closes 2023 Strong NEW: ICANN Org Increases Functionality of Label Generation Rules Toolset NEW: Watch the ICANN Reviews Program webinar for updates on key initiatives! REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program Public Comment CLOSES MONDAY: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Launches New Security and Stability Advisory Committee (SSAC) Pages The new SSAC pages are designed to further the overall goals of the ITP, which are focused on improving ICANN's content governance and infrastructure, while providing a more streamlined and intuitive experience for users. Read more. NEW: Consultation Preview: Public Interest Commitments/Registry Voluntary Commitments The consultation process will have three key components: 1) community review of and feedback on a proposed implementation framework; 2) a community webinar to provide an overview of the proposed framework and an opportunity for initial community questions; and 3) a plenary session on PICs/RVCs at ICANN79 in March 2024. Read more. NEW: Over 120 Events: ICANN’s North American Engagement Team Closes 2023 Strong The Washington, D.C. metro area continues to serve as a major hub of Internet activity in the tech policy space. There is a strong ICANN community presence here, which provides incredible opportunities for partnership and collaboration. Read more. NEW: ICANN Org Increases Functionality of Label Generation Rules Toolset The LGR Toolset assists end users in validating IDN labels and determining their variant labels and brings consistency and transparency to the IDN Table review process for registry operators. Read more. NEW: Watch the ICANN Reviews Program webinar for updates on key initiatives! Several initiatives are underway to improve ICANN Reviews, including: The Pilot Holistic Review: Third Accountability and Transparency Review Team (ATRT3) Recommendation 3.5 to create a Holistic Review The Pilot Continuous Improvement Program: ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6 to evolve Organizational Reviews into a Continuous Improvement Program The Lifecycle of Reviews Project: ICANN org initiated the project to understand the current problems faced by Specific Reviews and introduce improvements to the reviews process The implementation of the second Organizational Review of the NomCom (NomCom2 Review) Watch the ICANN Reviews Program webinar here. For more information about ICANN Reviews, please visit the ICANN Accountability page at and ICANN.org Reviews page To learn more, contact rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org or implementationoperations(a)icann.org. REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN80 meeting is scheduled for 10–13 June 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. If ICANN80 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. The deadline to apply is 16 December 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program The leadership of the ICANN Supporting Organizations (SOs), Advisory Committees (ACs), and their constituent stakeholder groups (22 total including the Nominating Committee) will be appointing one representative (with an optional secondary alternate) to join the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Appointees are expected to be identified by the end of November 2023, with a view toward an initial meeting in December 2023. Please share your interest in participation with your structure’s leadership. The CIP-CCG will be responsible for helping to design and implement a Continuous Improvement Program. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role in designing a program which will have lasting impact on the effectiveness and accountability of your community structure. In this work, the Community Coordination Group will be responsible for: 1. Developing a shared understanding of the meaning of Continuous Improvement in the context of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6, calling for Organizational Reviews to be evolved into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), 2. Considering a range of methodologies for effective continuous improvement programs, 3. Agreeing on the methodology that is fit for ICANN purpose, and 4. Formulating a CIP Framework, to be used by each SO, AC and NomCom. For transparency of the process, input received will be posted on a community page at https://community.icann.org/x/WJRME. Public Comment CLOSES MONDAY: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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Call For Presenters: ICANN79 ccTLD News Session
by Joke Braeken Nov. 23, 2023

Nov. 23, 2023

Dear ccTLD managers, The ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) is seeking presenters for the next edition of the ccTLD News session, to be held 2-7 March during the ICANN79 Community Forum in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The MPC encourages ccTLDs to submit proposals, spread the word among colleagues and peers in the ccTLD community, and join the session. I would like to present: How do I apply for a speaking slot? To submit your proposal, please go to https://forms.gle/6JZUTf48UsSbkzxT8 The deadline for submissions is Friday, 19 January 2024 (23:59 UTC). Next steps After the application deadline, the MPC will review all proposals and set the agenda for the meeting. Latest by the end of January, the ccNSO Secretariat will notify all applicants and publish the agenda for the ccTLD News Session. All presenters will receive a briefing paper outlining the run sheet, roles and other useful considerations. All session presenters will be invited to attend an informational pre-session meeting and a rehearsal session closer to ICANN79. About the ccTLD News Session The ICANN79 ccTLD News Session is tentatively scheduled for 5 or 6 March, and will allow for both in-person and virtual participation. Simultaneous interpretation will be available for selected ccNSO sessions during the next ICANN Public Meeting, including the ccTLD News Session. Participants will be able to select the language they wish to speak or listen to. Languages available will be Arabic, English, French or Spanish. 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 ICANN78. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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ICANN78 Policy Outcomes report is out now
by Joke Braeken Nov. 22, 2023

Nov. 22, 2023

Dear All, The ICANN78 Policy Outcomes report is out now. It captures decisions and outcomes from the Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. This report also reviews additional activities, looks ahead, and provides resources to enable sustained engagement on important issues. Read more: https://go.icann.org/outcomes78 Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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[FEEDBACK required] Expectation on the Ombuds role
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 20, 2023

Nov. 20, 2023

Dear Councillors During the last council call I mentioned the listening session to which Biyi, Jordan & I are invited with the ICANN Board Ombuds Search Committee. After consulting with Danko, who is chairing the committee, attached you'll find the draft position description proposed. Please don't share it outside this group, this is not a final version. Kindly reply to this thread with your comments and/or questions regarding the Ombuds role, by the end of this week. 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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NEW Chair’s Blog: ICANN78 and October Board Workshop Recap
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 20, 2023

Nov. 20, 2023

Monday, 20 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing NEW Chair’s Blog: ICANN78 and October Board Workshop Recap REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items NEW: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program Public Comment Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing NEW Chair’s Blog: ICANN78 and October Board Workshop Recap The ICANN community comes together in service of ICANN's mission and within its remit in safe spaces for discourse and the exchange of ideas. At the public Board Meeting on 26 October, the Board took action on all remaining policy recommendations relating to the New Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Program: Next Round, paving the way for the implementation work to proceed as planned. Read more. REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items NEW: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN80 meeting is scheduled for 10–13 June 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. If ICANN80 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. The deadline to apply is 16 December 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program The leadership of the ICANN Supporting Organizations (SOs), Advisory Committees (ACs), and their constituent stakeholder groups (22 total including the Nominating Committee) will be appointing one representative (with an optional secondary alternate) to join the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Appointees are expected to be identified by the end of November 2023, with a view toward an initial meeting in December 2023. Please share your interest in participation with your structure’s leadership. The CIP-CCG will be responsible for helping to design and implement a Continuous Improvement Program. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role in designing a program which will have lasting impact on the effectiveness and accountability of your community structure. In this work, the Community Coordination Group will be responsible for: 1. Developing a shared understanding of the meaning of Continuous Improvement in the context of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6, calling for Organizational Reviews to be evolved into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), 2. Considering a range of methodologies for effective continuous improvement programs, 3. Agreeing on the methodology that is fit for ICANN purpose, and 4. Formulating a CIP Framework, to be used by each SO, AC and NomCom. For transparency of the process, input received will be posted on a community page at https://community.icann.org/x/WJRME. Public Comment Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. 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Council Decision: ccNSO Council Statement as input public comment second ToR pilot Holistic Review
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 20, 2023

Nov. 20, 2023

Dear all, As indicated in yesterday’s email on ICANN’s public comment forum on the second version of the Terms of Reference for the pilot Holistic Pilot has opened (https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/pilot-holistic-review-re…) As next step you are asked to decide whether to initiate the ccNSO Council Statement process ( see section 3 and 4 in https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/filefield_47783/guidelines-stat… ). Under the assumption you have no objection, I want to suggest that the drafting team of statement on first ToR, will again prepare the draft. Members were: Tatiana, Irina, Alejandra, Chris, Jordan, Pablo Sean and Stephen. Decision – The ccNSO Council initiates the ccNSO Council Statement as provided in the relevant Guideline (https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/filefield_47783/guidelines-stat…) to provide input on the second draft Terms of Reference for the pilot Holistic Review. Closing date of comment period is 27 November 2023. If you have any questions or object please respond to this email by Thursday 5 October 2023. @ Tatiana, Irina, Alejandra, Chris, Jordan, Pablo Sean and Stephen, please confirm if you would be willing interested to participate in drafting team, assuming no objections to initiate the process. @ Other Councillors: if you volunteer, please reply to this email as well. Kind regards, Bart

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Call to action: please vote!
by Joke Braeken Nov. 17, 2023

Nov. 17, 2023

Dear ccNSO members, This is a call to action, and a reminder to please vote. This email also includes a status update regarding the ongoing ccNSO elections (status update from Friday, 17 November 2023, at 15:30 UTC). IMPORTANT: To meet the quorum for the elections in the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region, 13 additional votes are needed. If the quorum will not be met, a second voting round will need to be held, as per the timeline previously adopted by the ccNSO Council. BOARD SEAT 12 * Election notice & candidate statement: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-06nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Tuesday, 7 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members, via their Emissaries (175 Emissaries, corresponding to 177 members) * Quorum requirement: There is no quorum requirement for this voting. As per section 3.7 of the applicable guideline: "The Candidate(s) that receive(s the plurality of the votes cast by the ccNSO members, shall be the Candidate(s) who is(are) elected to be nominated by the ccNSO Council. * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 64 (111 voters have not yet voted) ccNSO COUNCIL | AP region * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-07nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Thursday 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Thursday 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the AP region, via their Emissaries (54 Emissaries, corresponding to 55 members) * Quorum requirement: a majority of the eligible Emissaries need to vote to meet the quorum * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 14 (40 members have not yet voted) ccNSO COUNCIL | EU region * Election notice & candidate statements: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-07nov23-en.htm * Start vote: Thursday 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) * End vote: Thursday 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC) * Who can vote: ccNSO members from the EU region, via their Emissaries (47 Emissaries, corresponding to 47 members) * Quorum requirement: 50% of the eligible Emissaries need to vote to meet the quorum * Ballots counted, excluding duplicates: 26 (21 voters have not yet voted) Do you have questions? Contact Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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NEW: ICANN Publishes FY24 Q1 Management Financial Results
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

Thursday, 16 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Publishes FY24 Q1 Management Financial Results NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN79 Fellowship NEW Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel Public Comment Public Comment Summary Report: Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Publishes FY24 Q1 Management Financial Results ICANN's financial position remains strong. Funding through September 2023 is flat to budget, though slightly lower than the same quarter in FY23. Read more. NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN79 Fellowship The goal of the ICANN Fellowship Program is to strengthen the diversity of the multistakeholder model by creating opportunities for individuals from underserved and underrepresented communities to become active participants in the ICANN community. Read more. NEW Call for Volunteers: Join the Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) that will help design the future Continuous Improvement Program The leadership of the ICANN Supporting Organizations (SOs), Advisory Committees (ACs), and their constituent stakeholder groups (22 total including the Nominating Committee) will be appointing one representative (with an optional secondary alternate) to join the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). Appointees are expected to be identified by the end of November 2023, with a view toward an initial meeting in December 2023. Please share your interest in participation with your structure’s leadership. The CIP-CCG will be responsible for helping to design and implement a Continuous Improvement Program. This is a great opportunity to take a leadership role in designing a program which will have lasting impact on the effectiveness and accountability of your community structure. In this work, the Community Coordination Group will be responsible for: 1. Developing a shared understanding of the meaning of Continuous Improvement in the context of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6, calling for Organizational Reviews to be evolved into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP), 2. Considering a range of methodologies for effective continuous improvement programs, 3. Agreeing on the methodology that is fit for ICANN purpose, and 4. Formulating a CIP Framework, to be used by each SO, AC and NomCom. For transparency of the process, input received will be posted on a community page at https://community.icann.org/x/WJRME. REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar ICANN held a hybrid community environmental scan session at ICANN78, which allowed participants to provide their input in person or online. If you missed this session at ICANN78, there is one more opportunity to get involved. Session Date and Time: 16 November 2023 at 16:00 UTC This session will be held via Zoom and in English. Please register. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw Public Comment Public Comment Summary Report: Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 82 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 20 November 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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NOTES | ccNSO Council meeting #200 | 16 November 2023 (noon UTC)
by Joke Braeken Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

NOTES | ccNSO Council meeting #200 16 November 2023 (noon UTC) 1. Welcome and roll call welcome by Alejandra https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=228788175 a. Is the meeting quorate? Yes b. Introducing Statement of Interest for Councillors Guideline: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/ccnso-internal-procedure-general-soi-coi-2… Form: https://forms.gle/WQuz6S72tY5kuKvk6 Any updates we need to be aware of? None Alejandra: SOI template available now. COI for Councillors. Invite to please complete the SOI form. council to set the example. SOI introduction: other ccNSO WG/C were informed too. ADMIN MATTERS 2. Relevant Correspondence (https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/statements.htm) a. Transition ABR process in regular Budget process (see item 19) b. Invitation to meet with Ombudsman search Committee (see item 20) c. Invite to appoint members Excellence Award Selection Panel (see item 14 a) 3. Minutes & Action Items a. Minutes Meeting 199: Taken from transcript of the meeting. transcript not yet available b. Action items see list included in agenda. several completed, some ongoing. See item 199,8: conversation with RySG on exchange of liaison. Have not met yet with RySG leadership. Perhaps we should invite people that are already active in this area. e.g. Chris, Nick, David Mcauley Alejandra asks for confirmation. Green ticks in zoom Also still ongoing: Reach out to GAC chair, to see who will be the one liaising with us regarding agenda setting. Pär Brumark is no longer vice chair. New leadership team at GAC. update to the liaisons? 1. Intermeeting Decisions (since meeting 199, October 2023) * Decision to support Fundamental Bylaws Letter sent to ECA. ccNSO as decisional participant b. Decision leadership program 2 individuals selected: see e-mail list. participation confirmed and prep is on the way. 5. Intermeeting decisions Triage Committee The Triage Committee considered requests for input (completed). The Triage recommendation tracker on the ccNSO website will be updated within the next 24 hours. See https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/council/decisions/2023.htm Quarterly monitor: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-icann-acti… (updated version circulated to Council) UPDATES 6. Update IDN ccPDP4 (written update) 7. Update ECA & CSC (written update) 8. Update WGs (written updates or taken from the meeting) a. IGLC b. GRC c. SOPC d. OISC (no meetings pending Review) e. TLD-OPS f. DASC g. Technical WG h. MPC i. UAC j. IRP Panel selection k. CCG WS 2 Implementation l. Prioritization Framework group 9. Update liaisons (written updates) a. Update ALAC Liaison b. Update GNSO Liaison c. Update UASG Liaison 10. Update OISC Review Nick: meeting at ICANN78. 3 options: * review the committee, and decide the current set-up and charter and activities are good to proceed * outreach and mentoring were valuable. charter to be refined for high value items. Note: overlap with activities of other groups * OISC to be discontinued Note: Volunteer capacity is limited Pablo: thanks for an excellent meeting in Hamburg, and for listening with care to each of us. job well done Nick: thank you, but not yet finished. 11. Update ccNSO Website redesign Stephen: ICANN78 came in between. No meeting took place there. Developing personas. Look at what they are trying to find on the website. it proves to be interesting and useful. results look promising. Staff has a good toolbox. Next week Thanksgiving: only working on Monday-Tuesday. Persona approach input? Alejandra: good summary. 12. Update Chair, Vice-Chairs, Councillors, RO’s and Secretariat a. Invitation to meet with Ombudsman Search Committee (listening) Alejandra: Committee from ICANN Board. Similar to CEO search draft requirements Ombudsman shared. They seek from us a summary of what the community is looking for in this role. Any input? speak up now, or respond to the email i will share afterwards. ccNSO Chair and Vice Chairs participate on behalf of the ccNSO Nick: amazing this exists. empty office? useful? statistics? Alejandra: know it is being used Stephen: has been used. serves a useful purpose in the org for mediation. worthwhile effort. Tatiana: yes, extensively used. Many issues that never go public. resolved via ombudsman. less going on in terms of offensive communication. this is a safe and friendly environment. especially compared to other spaces. ombudsman is part of ICANN structure. necessary for accountability purposes. Biyi: ombudsman deals with things before they blow up. helps to resolve a lot of issues. we used it once. Issue with someone from Nigeria and India, with public statement that should not have been made. Alejandra: was approached once by the Ombudsman regarding a potential issue Jordan: The Office of the Ombudsman received 172 complaints from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022. Bart: see annual report. https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/reports-96-2012-02-25-en Nick: useful background information. we should support the continuation. if it works well, no changes needed to ToR b. SO/AC Leadership Roundtable Washington DC Workshop in January. 2,5 days in person for the Council leadership team. Proposed Topics: * Roles & responsibilities of the SO/AC Chairs as a collective governance body * Exchanging views about strategic goals and priorities for the next Five Year Strategic Plan * Presentation and initial feedback on uniform program management tools for each SO/AC * Collaborative discussion on shared priorities (example: DNS Abuse) * How to coordinate and manage planned or anticipated additional non-policy work facing the community in the short and medium term (examples: Holistic Review, Continuous Improvement, NomCom rebalancing, etc.) Additional topic: WSIS+20 coordination. Topic to be raised by us. See also topic later on in the agenda. (item 19) Alejandra suggests to deal with item 19 first. ADMIN MATTERS & DECISIONS 13. Update 360 Feedback Councillors Alejandra: Last time we spoke about the frequency of the feedback sessions. Review the guidelines. Questions in the questionnaire? See new proposal displayed in zoom. Major changes: * paragraph with background deleted * not all questions are mandatory to be answered * re-organised questions, more objective too. Focus on what you observe in peer Councillors: how do they perform or behave? * some questions deleted, regrouped, because they were out of scope, or difficult to understand Do you agree with the proposed changes? Comments welcome by the end of the week 14. Appointments to WG and Committees a. Appointment panellist Excellence Award selection committee Olga and Pablo reconfirmed. second term. thanks to both green ticks Abstain? Pablo and Olga Object? None b. Appointment ccNSO NomCom appointed Councilor to Travel Funding Committee Javier Rua his term on Council ended at ICANN78. Other NomCom councillor needed to replace him on travel fund committee Biyi: i was going to nominate Wafa Joke: short summary of what to do (timeline and evaluation of applications. decision on how to distribute slots) Biyi: Travel fund committee as part of OISC Wafa: I accept my nomination Move? Tatiana Second? Olga Abstain? Wafa Object? none decision approved. 15. Contacting members CCWG-AP recommendations and other issues pertaining to the Grants Program See background. Exchange of letters between xavier Calvez and Sebastien Ducos. ccNSO was one of the chartering organisations, and adopted the CCWG AP final report. ICANN org asked leadership team whether there were objections to ICANN contacting the former members regarding implementation. There was a recommendation from CCWG-AP (rec 7) that requires a fundamental bylaw amendment. ICANN thought that it was not needed to go down this path: no bylaw change needed. ICANN Board Chair sent an email to the former members of the CCWG-AP to inform them of the Board’s intention to direct ICANN org to change the implementation path of the CCWG-AP’s Recommendation 7, which was focused on limiting the use of ICANN’s accountability mechanisms to challenge individual application decisions made by the independent assessment panel. the ICANN Board intends to now direct ICANN org to achieve this recommendation through the applicant terms and conditions that grant applicants will agree to when submitting their grant application. The ICANN org team looks forward to providing further public updates on the progress of the ICANN Grant Program across various communication avenues, including via former CCWG-AP members and SO/AC leaders. Recognizing that the former members of the CCWG-AP now act in their individual capacity, asks feedback whether SO/ACs are comfortable in having them engage in this conversation or whether it should be held differently. Irina: reasonable Alejandra: resolution at ICANN78 Bart: board decision in Hamburg. They directed staff to follow the advice of staff to not go for a fundamental bylaws change. the Grant Program will start at end of Q1 2024. fundamental bylaws change would take too long. Fundamental bylaws change raised some concerns. Hence the alternative approach. GNSO is concerned from diverting from the mechanism to implement the recommendation. contractual solution to avoid applicants use the reconsideration or IRP. topic no longer “hot” topic. Alejandra: board resolution. also bylaws change in parallel. Bart: broader discussion as part of the resolution. to be included in the ccNSO icann bylaw repository. The intention to consult the community on broader implications of fundamental bylaws changes is something to monitor. Especially in light of the conversation in hamburg on bylaws changes. 16. Update Council Election and Board Nomination Process. a. Update Board Nomination process b. Update Council Election 17. Confirm no role of the Council or ccNSO to discuss individual cases if invited to comment on specific ccTLD cases in press or otherwise Alejandra: I was approached about .su Others were approached regarding other TLDs, also topic during public forum at ICANN78 Council agreed not to discuss individual cases, nor as Council nor as a ccNSO Councillor in public. This is a reminder to all. we as Council will be discussing gaps in the IANA policies the coming months internally and with IANA staff. Pablo: discuss in appropriate spaces and with appropriate people. I support what you shared Alejandra: commenting on a specific ccTLD situation is challenging. sovereignty for ccTLDs, and we may not be aware of all circumstances Stephen: ICANN to reach out to us for our view on a topic? Alejandra: ICANN might inform Council (leadership) what will happen, but does not consult. They are aware of Council’s role. e.g. recent .lb case green ticks, no objections 18. Portfolio of Activities monitor (Triage Committee) Jordan: we circulated the updated Activity Monitor. originally a quarterly update, but following ICANN78 a quicker updated was deemed valuable Quarterly monitor: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-icann-acti… Updated version circulated to Council, and will be online soon. Questions? use mailing list 19. Role , if any, of IGLC, ccNSO Council and / or ccNSO with respect to WSIS +20 Alejandra: * Successful session at ICANN78 * Goal 6 by the ICANN CEO: ccNSO could play a role in the amplification of the campaign style message that will be developed by ICANN. We want to avoid it to become as a fight between multistakeholderism versus multilateralism ccNSO as voice of the ccTLDs Should Council have a role? or shall we leave this to IGLC? Jordan: we can encourage ccTLDs to talk about this topic with their governments. ministry of foreign affairs or economic affairs. Thus you will learn about what your gvt thinks about the topic Dedicated point of coordination / information would be good, regarding WSIS+20 and GDC. could perhaps be a dedicated meeting by IGLC. ccTLDs interested to be informed and inform others. From the Hamburg meeting, it showed that it was obvious to those already involved. But for those not yet involved, it is very much an insider-topic. IGLC developed a Q&A before ICANN78. AUDA Comms department offered help to refine the message, to share info in a clear and concise way. Stephen: We need to start talking to our gvt. Could IGLC as a “clearing house”? repository of what ccTLDs are doing with their governments? have a global overview. Jordan: let’s ask the IGLC Chair and Vice Chair Tatiana: 100% a role for the ccNSO. might be a big role. if Annaliese and IGLC are willing and available. In the broader community there are growing concerns about WSIS+20. clearinghouse sounds like a good idea. point of collecting ideas, setting the strategy. broader community conversation, and liaising with Veni Markovski and Elena Plexida. share info, be informed about potential strategies. Annaliese: ccTLDs can indeed play a role in engaging with their governments. We did a mapping exercise in Hamburg. WSIS+20 was an issue across all of the regions. We have not decided what to do regarding the mapping, in terms of prioritising. IGLC can indeed reflect on potential approaches. mapping. clearing house. people are keen to hear more about it. personally happy to have IGLC usefully contribute here Nick: thanks to Annaliese and AUDA. important topic. meeting in London with the ICANN CEO to talk with our gvt and national stakeholders about WSIS. same path to take. what do we advocate? continuation? continuation with adjustments? duplication of efforts with ROs, with efforts at national level. What is the objective of the community? Anil: ccTLD to liaise with governments. IGLC to collaborate with a small team of the GAC. advise how to collect info, and advocate the ICANN stance to their governments. Alejandra: good ideas. motivating ccTLDs to reach out to their GAC members and governments. but it is up to ccTLDs, we cannot force them Jordan: countries have diverse and sometimes opposed views. regarding future IGF, regarding multistakeholderism versus multilateralism. We need to contain those discussions in a dedicated space. institutional and national level might not support multistakeholderism. be conscious and respectful about those viewpoints in our work in that area. CEO goal 6 is applicable from 1 July 2023 to July 2024. little time left, and potential CEO transition. we should expect to be hearing more from ICANN regarding their WSIS messaging. If not clear by roundtable in January, we should ask. Alejandra: i was approached. ccnso as key player. global reach, diversity. it is important to have voices heard from everyone. louder voices are anglo-saxon voices currently. Jiankang: ccNSO is family for all ccTLDs. relation with local government. All ccTLDs should play their role regarding WSIS. inclusiveness. Universal Acceptance is also part of the WSIS meetings. role for Council to be an advocate of the multilingual internet. Jordan: Some really strong points about how ICANN work and things like IDNs and UA can really help more people get access to the gains. Celebrating and emphasising those successes can be a core thing we can do probably with broad consensus Ai-Chin: What are our expectations for this issue, or what direction does ccNSO intend to take? This will allow us to offer concrete thoughts to our members Alejandra: * good to know what ccTLDs are doing. IGLC is already working on that and should continue. Council agrees (green ticks). * simpler message needed. Why is it important for ccTLDs? not clear, not even after the session at ICANN78. simpler message. IGLC to make that happen. * topic for discussion at the Roundtable in January. pending: ICANN’s proposed approach. * continue discussion regarding ccNSO role on the mailing list Thanks to IGLC leadership team 20. Transition ABR process in regular Budget process Alejandra: The proposal is about the process, how to submit a Budget request. Currently there is a separate process, ICANN proposes for efficiency and transparency reasons to include the ABR procedure in the Annual Budget process. Based on the online discussion, my suggestion is to inform ICANN we support the simplification, however with the caveat that ICANN provides a template like they do now to distinguish between Budget requests and comments on the Budget/Operating Plan. Green ticks 21. AOB Stephen: i requested an AOB, but will use mailing list instead in the interest of time Alejandra: reminder about DASC mailing list launch. please spread the word with your ccTLD peers that deal with DNS Abuse 22. Next Council Meetings a. Meeting 201, 21 December – 21:00 UTC b. Meeting 202, 18 January 2024 -12.00 UTC c. Meeting 203, 15 February 2024 - 18.00 UTC d. prep for ICANN79, 22 February 2024 - 18.00 UTC 23. Adjourn thank you all. Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Nominees for ICANN Leadership Program for consideration
by NIC VI Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

Dear fellow council members, During a Zoom call on Friday, Alejandra, Biyi, and I thoroughly evaluated candidates for the upcoming ICANN leadership program representing the ccNSO. After a comprehensive discussion, we are excited to put forward the following nominees for your approval: From the council: Jordan Carter From the community: Abdalmonem Galila Our selection process was rigorous and inclusive. Each candidate was assessed based on their potential and specific role within the ccNSO, their exposure to and impact on the broader community, their dedication to the ccNSO's goals, and the importance of maintaining regional balance. This approach ensured a fair and wide-ranging evaluation of potential representatives. We reviewed eleven highly qualified individuals, each bringing incredible strengths and value to our community. The decision was challenging, given the calibre of all candidates. Due to the short timeline, we require your response by the end of business on Tuesday, November 14. We understand this is a quick turnaround and are here to assist with any questions or concerns. If we don't hear back from you by then, we'll assume you're comfortable with the selections made. We are looking forward to your feedback and support. Regards, Sean

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Notes ccNSO Council meeting #200
by Joke Braeken Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

Hello, Notes during today’s ccNSO Council meeting will be taken here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YTgs0e81PROpAeIpzMbj7UwrNb-DHt6e/edit?u… Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Approval change Fundamental Bylaw Articles 18 and 19
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

Dear all, Apologies for cross-posting. On behalf of Alejandra Reynoso, chair of the ccNSO Council, I am pleased to inform you that the Empowered Community Administration was informed that the ccNSO Council approved the changes to the Fundamental Bylaws Article 18 and 19. For reference I have included the letter, Kind regards, Bart Boswinkel (ccNSO Secretariat)

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November ccNSO Council meeting (100) | 16 November at 12:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 16, 2023

Nov. 16, 2023

***STARTING IN ONE HOUR*** Dear Councilors, The November ccNSO Council meeting (100) has been scheduled for 16 November 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/97746956529?pwd=Tm9jKzVZbHdDMU1rekFiTHRScGl3dz09 Meeting ID: 977 4695 6529 Passcode: Council-10 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/zwejDQ If you are unable to attend, please let Bart and I know as soon as possible.

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REMINDER: November ccNSO Council meeting (100) | 16 November at 12:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 15, 2023

Nov. 15, 2023

Dear Councilors, As a reminder, the November ccNSO Council meeting (100) has been scheduled for 16 November at 12:00 UTC. Draft agenda attached. Please find the call details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/97746956529?pwd=Tm9jKzVZbHdDMU1rekFiTHRScGl3dz09 Meeting ID: 977 4695 6529 Passcode: Council-10 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/zwejDQ If you are unable to attend, please let Bart and I know as soon as possible.

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Demande de cinq minutes sous AOB
by Stephen Deerhake ＠ ASNIC Nov. 15, 2023

Nov. 15, 2023

Pleased be advised that I would like 5 minutes under AOB in our upcoming Council meeting. Confirmation would be appreciated. Best Regards, Stephen

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Agenda and draft resolutions and material relating to item 15
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 14, 2023

Nov. 14, 2023

Dera ll, Please find included the updated (final) agenda and draft resolutions. Also included is background material on item 15 of the agenda Major Changes to the agenda 1. Adding information on conflict of Interest Councilors to item 1b. 2. Update Action items 3. Added new item 14 b. Appointment NomCom Councillor as member of ccNSO travel Funding Committee, replacing Javier 4. New Item 15 Contacting members CCWG-AP recommendations and other issues pertaining to the Grants Program (see also added background material) Note that meeting with ICANN Board Ombudsman Selection committee is no longer on agenda as separate item, but part of chair update. Kind regards, Bart ------------ Draft Agenda ccNSO Council Meeting 200 1. November 2023, noon UTC 1. Welcome and roll call * Is the meeting quorate? * Introducing Statement of Interest and Conflict of Interest Procedure for Councillors Guideline: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/ccnso-internal-procedure-general-soi-coi-2… Template: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRpehiCw2ty2PYRiaPG0K3lZSKk9LrLPQ… Administrative matters 1. Relevant Correspondence (https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/statements.htm) * Transition ABR process in regular Budget process (see item 19) * Invitation to meet with Ombudsman search Committee (see item 20) * Invite to appoint members Excellence Award Selection Panel (see item 14 a) . 1. Minutes & Action Items * Minutes Meeting 199: Taken from transcript of the meeting. * Action items 199-01: Welcome Israel Internet Association, the ccTLD Manager for the IDN TLD ".ישראל" (xn--4dbrk0ce, .Israel in Hebrew) as member 177 ccNSO (Completed) 199-02: Inform various WG and committees of appointment of members and publish resolution on appointments on ccNSO website (Completed) 199-03: Continue succession planning discussion, to be completed March 2024 (Ongoing) 199-04: Circulate decision on approval of Fundamental Bylaw change to the list (Completed) 199-05: Inform WG and Committees about SoI (Ongoing per committee/WG) 199-06: Secretariat to ask contributors Registrant Capacity building session to continue and develop roadmap for further collaboration with ICANN on this matter (Ongoing) 199-07: Secretariat to publish resolution and 2023-2024 version external appointments ( Completed) 199-08: ccNSO leadership conversation with RySG leadership on exchange of liaisons (Ongoing) 199-09: Request GRC to provide guidance on community framework, if any, with respect to WS 2 Accountability recommendation 2.3 (Good faith in context ICANN Director removal) (Completed) 199-10: Chair is requested to inform ICANN that GRC will be looking at proposals to retire review recommendations and to establish a cross community group continuous improvement (Ongoing) 199-11: Secretariat to publish resolution on review of the ICANN proposals to retire review recommendations and to establish a cross community group continuous improvement (Completed) 199-12: Chair and vice-chairs to nominate Councillor and community member for ICANN Leadership training program by 15 November (TBD’ed) 198-08: Liaison to GAC to follow up regarding virtual joint meeting (Ongoing) 1. Intermeeting Decisions (since meeting 199, October 2023) * Decision to support Fundamental Bylaws * Decision leadership program 1. Intermeeting decisions Triage Committee The Triage Committee is currently considering requests for input, which will be shared closer to the meeting. This includes Council decisions whether to comment on follow-up CCWG-Auction Proceeds (see also item 14b). Updates 1. Update IDN ccPDP4 (written update) 1. Update ECA & CSC (written update) 1. Update WGs (written updates or taken from the meeting) * IGLC * GRC * SOPC * OISC (no meetings pending Review) * TLD-OPS * DASC * Technical WG * MPC * UAC * IRP Panel selection * CCG WS 2 Implementation * Prioritization Framework group 1. Update liaisons (written updates) * Update ALAC Liaison * Update GNSO Liaison * Update UASG Liaison 1. Update OISC Review Informational 1. Update ccNSO Website redesign Informational 1. Update Chair, Vice-Chairs, Councillors, RO’s and Secretariat * Invitation to meet with Ombudsman search Committee (listening session) * SO/AC Leadership Roundtable Washington DC Administrative Matters & Decisions 1. Update 360 Feedback Councillors For discussion and decision 1. Appointments to WG and Committees * Appointment panellist Excellence Award selection committee For Decision Draft Resolution Decision The ccNSO Council appoints Olga Cavalli (NomCom Councillor) and Pablo Rodriguez for their second term to serve on the Excellence Award selection committee. The chair of the Council is requested to inform ICANN org accordingly. This resolution becomes effective upon publication. * Appointment ccNSO NomCom appointed Councilor to Travel Funding Committee (Replacement Javier Rua Jovet) Draft Resolution Decision The ccNSO Council appoints [insert name], NomCom appointed Councillor to serve on the ccNSO travel Funding Committee, replacing Javier Rua, fulfilling Javier’s term until March 2024. 1. Contacting members CCWG-AP recommendations and other issues pertaining to the Grants Program 1. Update Council Election and Board Nomination Process. For information * Update Board Nomination process * Update Council Election For Discussion and Decision, if needed 1. Confirm no role of the Council or ccNSO to discuss individual cases if invited to comment on specific ccTLD cases in press or otherwise 1. Portfolio of Activities monitor (Triage Committee) 1. Role , if any, of IGLC, ccNSO Council and / or ccNSO with respect to WSIS +20 1. Transition ABR process in regular Budget process 1. AOB 1. Next Council Meetings * Meeting 201, 21 December – 21:00 UTC * Meeting 202, 18 January 2024 -12.00 UTC * Meeting 203, 15 February 2024 - 18.00 UTC * prep for ICANN79, 22 February 2024 -18.00 UTC 1. Adjourn

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Fwd: [soac-chairs] Summary Notes from the 20 October SOAC Roundtable at ICANN78
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 14, 2023

Nov. 14, 2023

Dear Councillors Please find attached the notes from SOAC Chairs Roundtable on 20 October in Hamburg & a proposal for an in person meeting in January 2024. 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. ******************************************* ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: David Olive via soac-chairs <soac-chairs(a)icann.org> Date: Fri, Nov 3, 2023 at 3:33 PM Subject: [soac-chairs] Summary Notes from the 20 October SOAC Roundtable at ICANN78 To: soac-chairs(a)icann.org <soac-chairs(a)icann.org> Cc: Sally Costerton <sally.costerton(a)icann.org>, Tripti Sinha < tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Vinciane Koenigsfeld < vinciane.koenigsfeld(a)icann.org>, Yvette Dacuycuy <yvette.dacuycuy(a)icann.org>, Danko Jevtovic <danko.jevtovic(a)board.icann.org>, Team-leaders(a)icann.org < Team-leaders(a)icann.org> Dear SOAC Chairs: Attached are the summary notes from the SOAC Chairs Roundtable on 20 October in Hamburg. If you wish to share any additional comments about the streamlining the ABR process into the regular FY25 budget process, please let us know. Also, please comment on the proposed SOAC Strategic Agenda for our meeting in Washington, DC in early January 2024. Best regards, David *David A. Olive* *Senior Vice President * Policy Development Support *Managing Director * ICANN Washington DC Engagement Office Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) [image: signature_3305059248] _______________________________________________ soac-chairs mailing list soac-chairs(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/soac-chairs _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Fwd: Monthly report
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 14, 2023

Nov. 14, 2023

Dear Councillors Please find below an update from Katrina on Board consideration of the proposed policy with respect to the Review Mechanism. 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. ******************************************* ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Katrina Sataki <katrina(a)nic.lv> Date: Tue, Nov 14, 2023 at 4:05 PM Subject: Monthly report To: Alejandra Reynoso Barral <alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com> Dear Alejandra, As I am in Brussels for CENTR meeting this week, unfortunately, I won’t be able to join the Council call on Thursday. Therefore, on behalf of the Board Caucus ccPDP3-RM, I would like to share with you a written monthly update on the progress. As always, please feel free to share it with the Council as you see fit. Bart will be able to provide additional details if necessary. As I already reported before, the comments received in response to the public comment have been analysed and a summary report had been reviewed by the Caucus members who approved it for publishing. As you may remember, the Chair of the ICANN Board sent a request to the GAC to provide their advice. Yet, as of today, no response from the GAC has been received. However, the GAC submitted comments during the public comment period. The analysis of and response to those comments have been included in the report. The Caucus is still looking for a more detailed analysis from the ICANN Legal team. At its next meeting this month, the Caucus will discuss the way forward with all the feedback we received. On an additional note, one of the members of the Board Caucus - Avri Doria - has left the Board. At this point, the Caucus is not planning to reach out to the Board to invite more volunteers to join the Caucus. Kind regards ]{atrina

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Background material items 13 and 17 Council Meeting 200
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 14, 2023

Nov. 14, 2023

Dear all, Please find included the documents relating to item 13 (Update Council 360 Review) and Item 17 (November Monitor Portfolio of activities 2023-2025) on the agenda of meeting 200 Regarding item 13, please note this includes a comparison with current Terms of Reference, including the questions, and a clean version of the proposed Terms for review. Kind regards, Bart

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Draft Agenda meeting 200 - 16 November 2023 Noon UTC
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 13, 2023

Nov. 13, 2023

Dera ll, Please find included the draft agenda for the upcoming Council meeting, 16 November 2023, noon UTC Background material, if any will be circulated separately,Kind regards, Bart ----------- Draft Agenda ccNSO Council Meeting 200 1. November 2023, noon UTC 1. Welcome and roll call * Is meeting quorate? * Introducing Statement of Interest for Councillors Guideline: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/ccnso-internal-procedure-general-soi-coi-2… Template: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfRpehiCw2ty2PYRiaPG0K3lZSKk9LrLPQ… Administrative matters 1. Relevant Correspondence (https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/statements.htm) * Transition ABR process in regular Budget process (see item 19) * Invitation to meet with Ombudsman search Committee (see item 20) * Invite to appoint members Excellence Award Selection Panel (see item 14 a) . 1. Minutes & Action Items * Minutes Meeting 199: Taken from transcript of the meeting * Action items (Tentative, TBD’ed) 199-01: Welcome Israel Internet Association, the ccTLD Manager for the IDN TLD ".ישראל" (xn--4dbrk0ce, .Israel in Hebrew) as member 177 ccNSO (Completed) 199-02: Inform various WG and committees of appointment of members and publish resolution on appointments on ccNSO website (Completed) 199-03: Continue succession planning discussion, to be completed March 2024 (Ongoing) 199-03: Circulate decision on approval of Fundamental Bylaw change to the list (Completed) 199-04: Inform WG and Committees about SoI (Ongoing per committee/WG) 199-05: Secretariat to ask contributors Registrant Capacity building session to continue and develop roadmap for further collaboration with ICANN on this matter (Ongoing) 199-06: Secretariat to publish resolution and 2023-2024 version external appointments ( Completed) 199-07: Council ad-hoc to report on succession planning external roles and responsibilities by ICANN79 ( Ongoing) 199-08: ccNSO leadership conversation with RySG leadership on exchange of liaisons (Ongoing) 199-09: Request GRC to provide guidance on community framework, if any, with respect to WS 2 Accountability recommendation 2.3 (Good faith in context ICANN Director removal) (Completed) 199-10: Chair is requested to inform ICANN that GRC will be looking at proposals to retire review recommendations and to establish a cross community group continuous improvement (Ongoing) 199-11: Secretariat to publish resolution on review of the ICANN proposals to retire review recommendations and to establish a cross community group continuous improvement (Completed) 199-12: Chair and vice-chairs to nominate Councillor and community member for ICANN Leadership training program by 15 November (TBD’ed) 198-08: Liaison to GAC to follow up regarding virtual joint meeting (Ongoing) 1. Intermeeting Decisions (since meeting 197, July 2023) * Decision to support Fundamental Bylaws * Decision leadership program 1. Intermeeting decisions Triage Committee The Triage Committee is currently considering requests for input, which will be shared closer to the meeting. This includes Council decisions whether to participate in follow-up CCWG-Auction Proceeds (see also item 14b) . Quarterly monitor to be discussed under item has been published at: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-icann-acti… Updates 1. Update IDN ccPDP4 (written update) 1. Update ECA & CSC (written update) 1. Update WGs (written updates or taken from the meeting) * IGLC * GRC * SOPC * OISC (no meetings pending Review) * TLD-OPS * DASC * Technical WG * MPC * UAC * IRP Panel selection * CCG WS 2 Implementation * Prioritization Framework group 1. Update liaisons (written updates) * Update ALAC Liaison * Update GNSO Liaison * Update UASG Liaison 1. Update OISC Review Informational 1. Update ccNSO Website redesign Informational 1. Update Chair, Vice-Chairs, Councillors, RO’s and Secretariat * SO/AC Leadership Roundtable Washington DC Administrative Matters & Decisions 1. Update 360 Review Councillors For discussion and decision 1. Appointments to WG and Committees * Appointment panellist Excellence Award selection committee * Appointment members consultation group CCWG-AP recommendations 1. Update Council Election and Board Nomination Process. For information * Update Board Nomination process * Update Council Election For Discussion and Decision, if needed 1. Confirm no role of the Council or ccNSO to discuss individual cases if invited to comment on specific ccTLD cases in press or otherwise 1. Portfolio of Activities monitor (Triage Committee) 1. Role , if any, of IGLC, ccNSO Council and / or ccNSO with respect to WSIS +20 1. Transition ABR process in regular Budget process 1. Invitation to meet with Ombudsman search Committee 1. AOB 1. Next Council Meetings * Meeting 201, 21 December – 21:00 UTC * TBD’ed 1. Adjourn

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NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 13, 2023

Nov. 13, 2023

Monday, 13 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Request for Information: Internal Audit Services NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations Action Items NEW: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Closed 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANNN79 Extended to Early November 2023 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program Public Comment Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Request for Information: Internal Audit Services Today, ICANN issued a request for information (RFI) to identify and learn about independent firms providing internal audit services that have extensive capabilities in performing internal audits for a broad range of operations as appropriate. Read more. NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award Nomination Period The nomination period for the ICANN Community Excellence Award is now open. The deadline for submissions is 08 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC and the winner(s) will be announced at ICANN79. Submit your nominations here. Read more. REMINDER: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. REMINDER: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. Action Items NEW: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Closed The NextGen@ICANN Program mentors for the ICANN 2024 mentoring Program have been nominated. These appointments will serve for ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81. To view those nominated please visit the NextGen@ICANN website. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar ICANN held a hybrid community environmental scan session at ICANN78, which allowed participants to provide their input in person or online. If you missed this session at ICANN78, there is one more opportunity to get involved. Session Date and Time: 16 November 2023 at 16:00 UTC This session will be held via Zoom and in English. Please register. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program From 9 October – 15 November 2023, ICANN has issued a call for nominations for the 2024 Leadership Program, scheduled for 29 February –1 March in San Juan, Puerto Rico, just prior to the ICANN79 Public Meeting. Deadline: 15 November 2023 Read more. Public Comment Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 81 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 16 November 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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ccNSO Council Meeting 200: background materials item 6, 7 and 8
by Joke Braeken Nov. 13, 2023

Nov. 13, 2023

Dear All, Please find here the written updates prior to the ccNSO Council meeting on 16 November. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hsbxOE7jkldNQeLq_psePkPxM8qSD45ztoanXeA… Updates 6. Update IDN ccPDP4 (written update) 7. Update ECA & CSC (written update) 8. Update WGs (written updates or taken from the meeting) Note that the google document is currently in a draft status, and additional edits might be needed prior to the council meeting. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Re: [ccnso-council] [EXTERNAL] - Re: [ccnso-sopcommittee] Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process
by Stephen Deerhake ＠ ASNIC Nov. 11, 2023

Nov. 11, 2023

Greetings Rosemary and Irina. Rosemary, thank you for sharing what auDA does with this 6 month “review” process. This makes a lot of sense to me from an operational standpoint. And it appears to have Board oversight, which is good on a lot of levels. Perhaps something similar might be our proposal in lieu of ICANN’s proposed abandonment of the From: Rosemary Sinclair <rosemary.sinclair(a)auda.org.au> Date: Friday, November 10, 2023 at 14:07 To: "Stephen Deerhake @ ASNIC" <sdeerhake(a)nic.as> Cc: Pablo Rodriguez <pablo(a)nic.pr>, Irina Danelia <i.danelia(a)cctld.ru>, "ccNSO-council(a)icann.org" <ccNSO-council(a)icann.org>, "ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org" <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org> Subject: Re: [EXTERNAL] - Re: [ccnso-sopcommittee] [ccnso-council] Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process Hello Irina One additional thought based on what we do at auDA We have a mid year Budget review process which enables people to 1) change project priorities and re-allocate budget within the overall limit and with Board approval 2) identify emerging projects which need additional funding. Sometimes funds are available from other Teams, occasionally the Board needs to approve new funds. I’m not sure if that timing (6 months) would work but the certainty of process is very helpful. I may be suggesting that ICANN does already for org projects - but could be expanded to community projects. Cheers, Rosemary _______ Rosemary Sinclair AM Chief Executive Officer rosemary.sinclair(a)auda.org.au<mailto:rosemary.sinclair@auda.org.au> +61 (0) 413 734 490<tel:+61%20413%20734%20490> [https://auda-corp-web-s3.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com/prod/public/2020-1…] .au Domain Administration www.auda.org.au<http://www.auda.org.au/> On 11 Nov 2023, at 04:53, Stephen Deerhake @ ASNIC via Ccnso-sopcommittee <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org> wrote: +1 Irina and Pablo. //S (That’s JCL for you younglings…) From: Ccnso-sopcommittee <ccnso-sopcommittee-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Pablo Rodriguez via Ccnso-sopcommittee <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Pablo Rodriguez <pablo(a)nic.pr> Date: Friday, November 10, 2023 at 09:26 To: Irina Danelia <i.danelia(a)cctld.ru> Cc: "ccnso-council(a)icann.org" <ccnso-council(a)icann.org>, "ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org" <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org> Subject: Re: [ccnso-sopcommittee] [ccnso-council] Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process Dear Irina: Thank you so much for clarifying this issue. In light of your explanation, I support your recommendation to strongly request that ICANN makes crystal clear how it will work and how community groups should request additional funding within the annual OP&B process. Regards, [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zDLhyxAs-0iV9eN8tKtSDUnST8…] On Fri, Nov 10, 2023 at 6:41 AM Irina Danelia via Ccnso-sopcommittee <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-sopcommittee@icann.org>> wrote: Hi all! I see 2 items here: 1) whether ccNSO needs any additional budget to support additional activities (not included in regular budget)? It is up to us (community, ccNSO committees, council) to decide and request (if needed) It seems that ccNSO used ABR opportunity at least once – to ask for translation services. I’m not sure what the process was, but the distributed document mentions Enhanced language services for ccNSO as an example of successful ABR pilot projects that transitioned into the annual OP&B (see Annex 1) 2) the process to receive additional funds ABR was a separate process within overall ICANN budgeting For example in previous year the period to submit ABR requests was 17 October 2022 - 30 January 2023 (see https://community.icann.org/display/projfinadhocws/FY24+Additional+Budget+R…) The public comment on Operating Plan & budget period was 14 December 2022 – 13 February 2023 ICANN claims that having these 2 processes running concurrently brought confusion about the ABR process and the annual OP&B process ICANN suggests to use one process - the annual OP&B process - for all resource requests since such approach will result in more efficiencies. From my personal point of view the suggestions makes sense BUT we need to comment on it and demand that ICANN makes crystal clear how it will work and how community groups should request additional funding within annual OP&B process Best, Irina From: Ccnso-council <ccnso-council-bounces(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council-bounces@icann.org>> On Behalf Of Stephen Deerhake @ ASNIC via Ccnso-council Sent: Thursday, November 9, 2023 3:32 AM To: Alejandra Reynoso Barral <alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com<mailto:alejandra.reynoso@gmail.com>>; ccNSO Council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>> Cc: Andreas Musielak <musielak(a)denic.de<mailto:musielak@denic.de>>; ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-sopcommittee@icann.org> Subject: Re: [ccnso-council] Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process Hi Alejandra, Do we know of which other SO/ACs have gone down the ABR process in the past, and might it make sense for us to reach out to them to find out 1. Why they felt it was necessary to go down this route, and what they were looking for with “out of band” funding? 2. Their thoughts on ICANN Org’s proposal to terminate the ABR process? Best Regards, Stephen From: Ccnso-council <ccnso-council-bounces(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council-bounces@icann.org>> on behalf of Alejandra Reynoso Barral via Ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>> Reply-To: Alejandra Reynoso Barral <alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com<mailto:alejandra.reynoso@gmail.com>> Date: Monday, November 6, 2023 at 09:14 To: ccNSO Council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council@icann.org>> Cc: Andreas Musielak <musielak(a)denic.de<mailto:musielak@denic.de>>, "ccNSO-SOPcommittee(a)icann.org<mailto:ccNSO-SOPcommittee@icann.org>" <ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-sopcommittee@icann.org>> Subject: [ccnso-council] Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process Dear Councillors and SOPC members During the SO/AC Chairs roundtable at ICANN 78 the attached document was presented seeking our feedback. It is a recommendation to end the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process beginning in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, and for community groups to utilize the annual operating plan and budget (OP&B) process for all resource requests moving forward. To date the ccNSO has not made such a request, so we have no experience on this matter. Therefore, may I suggest that we decline commenting on this topic? Please reply to this email with your thoughts. 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. ******************************************* _______________________________________________ Ccnso-sopcommittee mailing list Ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org<mailto:Ccnso-sopcommittee@icann.org> https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/ccnso-sopcommittee _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on. _______________________________________________ Ccnso-sopcommittee mailing list Ccnso-sopcommittee(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/ccnso-sopcommittee _______________________________________________ By submitting your personal data, you consent to the processing of your personal data for purposes of subscribing to this mailing list accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy (https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy) and the website Terms of Service (https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos) You can visit the Mailman link above to change your membership status or configuration, including unsubscribing, setting digest-style delivery or disabling delivery altogether (e.g., for a vacation), and so on.

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Transition of the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process to the regular FY25 budget process
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 10, 2023

Nov. 10, 2023

Dear Councillors and SOPC members During the SO/AC Chairs roundtable at ICANN 78 the attached document was presented seeking our feedback. It is a recommendation to end the Additional Budget Request (ABR) process beginning in Fiscal Year (FY) 2025, and for community groups to utilize the annual operating plan and budget (OP&B) process for all resource requests moving forward. To date the ccNSO has not made such a request, so we have no experience on this matter. Therefore, may I suggest that we decline commenting on this topic? Please reply to this email with your thoughts. 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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NEW: Streamlining Resource Requests from the ICANN Community
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 9, 2023

Nov. 9, 2023

Thursday, 09 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Leaves FY21-25 Strategic Plan Unchanged. NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel NEW: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) NEW: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations NEW: Streamlining Resource Requests from the ICANN Community Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANNN79 Extended to Early November 2023 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program Public Comment Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Leaves FY21-25 Strategic Plan Unchanged Designed to shape ICANN's priorities, the Five-Year Strategic Plan establishes a vision and a set of objectives and goals in service of ICANN's mission. Every year, new trends or shifts in existing trends have the potential to impact our plans. Acting on a recommendation from the ICANN Board's Strategic Planning Committee, the Board has resolved to keep the Strategic Plan for fiscal years (FY) 2021–2025 in force and unchanged at this time. The strategic objectives and goals from the Strategic Plan remain, while activities and projects will be updated in the Draft FY25 Operating Plans. You can read the full resolution here. Read more. NEW: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel ICANN Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee Leaderships are invited to appoint up to two individuals from their communities to comprise the 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel by Monday, 11 December 2023. 2024 ICANN Community Excellence Award will be presented at ICANN79 in San Juan. A nomination period will be open from 13 November 2023 through 8 January 2024. ICANN is convening a community selection panel that will review the nominations and select the award recipient(s). It would be ideal for panelists to serve a maximum of two consecutive terms on the selection panel to ensure diversity and variety of input and equal opportunity among community members to take part in this recognition effort. For more information about the ICANN Community Excellence Award please see Community Excellence Award wiki space: https://community.icann.org/x/YyOAAw NEW: Formation of a Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) ICANN org reached out to SO/AC Chairs and sent them a full letter and a draft CIP-CCG terms of reference to propose the formation of a CIP-CCG to convene in December 2023. The goal is to develop a framework for implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 3.6. The feedback from SO/AC Chairs is expected by 30 November. NEW: Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations ICANN org shared a document named "Draft Process to Retire Non-Policy Recommendations" with SO/AC Chairs and expects their feedback by 30 November. The process pertains exclusively to non-policy recommendations that emerge from Reviews and Cross-Community Working Groups, aligning with the objective of the implementation of ATRT3 Recommendation 5. NEW: Streamlining Resource Requests from the ICANN Community ICANN org will end the ABR process beginning with the FY2025 OP&B process. The annual OP&B process is better understood, and several ICANN community groups already align their operations and planning work to it. Streamlining resource requests from the ICANN community into a single process is expected to result in more efficiencies. Read more, Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar ICANN held a hybrid community environmental scan session at ICANN78, which allowed participants to provide their input in person or online. If you missed this session at ICANN78, there is one more opportunity to get involved. Session Date and Time: 16 November 2023 at 16:00 UTC This session will be held via Zoom and in English. Please register. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program From 9 October – 15 November 2023, ICANN has issued a call for nominations for the 2024 Leadership Program, scheduled for 29 February –1 March in San Juan, Puerto Rico, just prior to the ICANN79 Public Meeting. Deadline: 15 November 2023 Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended ***NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended to December 1st. Please submit nominations ASAP. Please note this is a funded traveler position and I must have nominations submitted on time for ICANN79. Thank you.*** NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations. The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for the 2024 Mentor Program. This appointment will serve for ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, 1 December 2023. The community-nominated mentor will be responsible for overseeing the mentor process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found at the link below. Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify Deborah Escalera, deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. Read more. Public Comment Summary Report: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 80 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 13 November 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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Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar
by Joke Braeken Nov. 9, 2023

Nov. 9, 2023

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/participate-in-the-next-stra… In September, the ICANN Board launched the strategic planning process for fiscal years 2026–2030, an important step in shaping the future of ICANN. ICANN's strategic planning process is designed to be highly inclusive, with participation from across the ICANN ecosystem and beyond. The process will result in a new five-year ICANN Strategic Plan<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/strategic-engagement-2013-10-10-en>. The first phase of this process involves identifying external opportunities and threats, and internal strengths and weaknesses, that will inform the Board's strategy formulation. This phase is known as an environmental scan. ICANN held a hybrid community environmental scan session at ICANN78, which allowed participants to provide their input in person or online. If you missed this session at ICANN78, there is one more opportunity to get involved. Session Date and Time: 16 November 2023 at 16:00 UTC This session will be held via Zoom and in English. Please register<https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwvdO6ppzojG9H22G0llTCBuBrZT_XChg4J…>. This will be the last session of the environmental scan phase in our strategic planning process. For a list of factors to consider and examples to kick-start your thinking, please read the session briefing paper<https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/183993085/Briefing%20paper…>, and visit the community workspace<https://community.icann.org/display/projfinadhocws/FY26-30+Strategic+Plan+D…> for more information on the process and to stay up to date on how to get involved. ICANN would like to thank everyone who has participated in this initial phase of the strategic planning process. Your input is invaluable to the future of ICANN. We look forward to continued involvement from the community as we progress through the development of the FY26-FY30 Strategic Plan. Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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UASG monthly report | October 2024
by Joke Braeken Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Dear Council members, dear UAC members, Please find enclosed the latest report by Qing Cai, ccNSO appointed liaison to UASG. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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next council meeting
by Chris Disspain Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Alejandra, I will be on my way to Australia at the time of the next council call and so will be unable to attend. My apologies. Cheers, CD Chris Disspain +44 7880 642456 Donuts and Afilias have rebranded to Identity Digital. identity.digital

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Selection team - ICANN's leadership program
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Dear Councillors As you may recall we, Biyi, Jordan and I, were tasked to select two candidates for the ICANN’s leadership program. I want to inform you that due to potential conflict of interest Jordan will not participate in the selection process, and we have asked Sean to step in as he participated last year in this program. If you have any questions, please reach out to any of us. 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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CORRECTION | Election Notice: 1 position on ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region
by Joke Braeken Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Dear ccNSO members, The ccNSO currently counts 55 members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region, corresponding to 54 Territories, and therefor 54 Emissaries. The email below mistakenly referred to 53 Territories and 53 Members. My sincere apologies for the typo. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> From: Joke Braeken <joke.braeken(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, 8 November 2023 at 11:46 To: "ccnso-members(a)icann.org" <ccnso-members(a)icann.org> Cc: ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Subject: Election Notice: 1 position on ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region Election Notice: ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region Date: 8 November 2023 https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/elections/council.htm This is to inform you about the elections for the position of one (1) ccNSO Council member for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). In accordance with the applicable rules, two (2) candidates from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region were nominated, seconded and have accepted their nomination. Consequently, an election will be held among the ccNSO members of the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region. Only ccNSO members from a Geographic Region are allowed to vote for candidates to the ccNSO Council from that Geographic Region. Candidates In alphabetical order: * Sami Mohamed Ali (.bh)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/ali-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Jiankang Yao (.cn)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/yao-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> The candidates were invited to submit candidate statements to the ccNSO members. They interacted with the ccNSO members and broader ccTLD community at a Q&A session, held during the ccNSO Members Meeting at ICANN78. Consult the recording here<https://sched.co/1T4M3>. Election opening and closing Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). Voting ballots Voting ballots will be sent latest on Wednesday, 8 November by 23:00 UTC, from tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org> to the e-mail address of the Emissary of each ccNSO Member from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region, as listed in the ccNSO Members database. As per the October 2022 Rules<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> of the ccNSO, the Emissary is the Representative selected by the ccTLD Manager in accordance with Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws for the purpose of voting in the specific cases enumerated in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and the Internal Rules and Internal Procedures of the ccNSO. Each eligible Emissary will receive one (1) unique ballot. The ccNSO currently counts 55 members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region, corresponding to 53 Territories, and therefor 53 Emissaries. Do you have questions or concerns regarding the email address of the Emissary for your Territory? Contact the Nomination Process Manager, Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). If you are unable to locate the ballot, please also consider checking your spam folder. Election procedure Since the election is for one seat, each eligible Emissary will be entitled to vote for up to one candidate. For each ballot, a maximum of 1 candidate can be selected. There is a possibility to submit your ballot without selecting any of the candidates. Each Emissary will receive 1 ballot only. You can vote an unlimited number of times, but only the last vote submitted will be counted. When the results are displayed, the votes are only identified by the ballot ID, and not by the voter's email address. As per the relevant guideline, a majority of all the Emissaries in the Geographic Region entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum, and the selected candidate must receive the votes of a majority of those cast by the Emissaries from the Geographic Region. The winner is the candidate who receives the plurality of the votes. In the event two or more candidates have received the same number of votes in the election, and no winner can be identified, a run-off election will be conducted between these candidates. Next Steps The election closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). The Election Manager will announce the voting results on Friday, 1 December (latest by 23:59 UTC). In case there is a need for a second voting round, or in case there is a tied vote, elections will be held, according to the timeline previously agreed by Council. The Election Report, which includes the results of the election, will be sent to the ccNSO Council for adoption. The Chair of the ccNSO Council shall inform the ICANN Secretary of the selection. Links * Archive for nominations and secondments<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ccnso-nominations/> * Call for nominations<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-08sep23-en.htm> * Relevant ccNSO guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/guideline-ccnso-…> * Timeline (see enclosed) Candidate statements * Sami Mohamed Ali (.bh)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/ali-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Jiankang Yao (.cn)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/yao-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Election Notice: 1 position on ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region
by Joke Braeken Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Election Notice: ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region Date: 8 November 2023 https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/elections/council.htm This is to inform you about the elections for the position of one (1) ccNSO Council member for the Asia/Australia/Pacific region. Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). In accordance with the applicable rules, two (2) candidates from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region were nominated, seconded and have accepted their nomination. Consequently, an election will be held among the ccNSO members of the Asia/Australia/Pacific Region. Only ccNSO members from a Geographic Region are allowed to vote for candidates to the ccNSO Council from that Geographic Region. Candidates In alphabetical order: * Sami Mohamed Ali (.bh)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/ali-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Jiankang Yao (.cn)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/yao-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> The candidates were invited to submit candidate statements to the ccNSO members. They interacted with the ccNSO members and broader ccTLD community at a Q&A session, held during the ccNSO Members Meeting at ICANN78. Consult the recording here<https://sched.co/1T4M3>. Election opening and closing Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). Voting ballots Voting ballots will be sent latest on Wednesday, 8 November by 23:00 UTC, from tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org> to the e-mail address of the Emissary of each ccNSO Member from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region, as listed in the ccNSO Members database. As per the October 2022 Rules<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> of the ccNSO, the Emissary is the Representative selected by the ccTLD Manager in accordance with Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws for the purpose of voting in the specific cases enumerated in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and the Internal Rules and Internal Procedures of the ccNSO. Each eligible Emissary will receive one (1) unique ballot. The ccNSO currently counts 55 members from the Asia/Australia/Pacific region, corresponding to 53 Territories, and therefor 53 Emissaries. Do you have questions or concerns regarding the email address of the Emissary for your Territory? Contact the Nomination Process Manager, Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). If you are unable to locate the ballot, please also consider checking your spam folder. Election procedure Since the election is for one seat, each eligible Emissary will be entitled to vote for up to one candidate. For each ballot, a maximum of 1 candidate can be selected. There is a possibility to submit your ballot without selecting any of the candidates. Each Emissary will receive 1 ballot only. You can vote an unlimited number of times, but only the last vote submitted will be counted. When the results are displayed, the votes are only identified by the ballot ID, and not by the voter's email address. As per the relevant guideline, a majority of all the Emissaries in the Geographic Region entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum, and the selected candidate must receive the votes of a majority of those cast by the Emissaries from the Geographic Region. The winner is the candidate who receives the plurality of the votes. In the event two or more candidates have received the same number of votes in the election, and no winner can be identified, a run-off election will be conducted between these candidates. Next Steps The election closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). The Election Manager will announce the voting results on Friday, 1 December (latest by 23:59 UTC). In case there is a need for a second voting round, or in case there is a tied vote, elections will be held, according to the timeline previously agreed by Council. The Election Report, which includes the results of the election, will be sent to the ccNSO Council for adoption. The Chair of the ccNSO Council shall inform the ICANN Secretary of the selection. Links * Archive for nominations and secondments<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ccnso-nominations/> * Call for nominations<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-08sep23-en.htm> * Relevant ccNSO guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/guideline-ccnso-…> * Timeline (see enclosed) Candidate statements * Sami Mohamed Ali (.bh)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/ali-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Jiankang Yao (.cn)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/yao-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Election Notice: 1 position on ccNSO Council, Asia/Australia/Pacific Region
by Joke Braeken Nov. 8, 2023

Nov. 8, 2023

Election Notice: ccNSO Council, European Region Date: 8 November 2023 https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/elections/council.htm This is to inform you about the elections for the position of one (1) ccNSO Council member for the European region. Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). In accordance with the applicable rules, three (3) candidates from the European region were nominated, seconded and have accepted their nomination. Consequently, an election will be held among the ccNSO members of the European Region. Only ccNSO members from a Geographic Region are allowed to vote for candidates to the ccNSO Council from that Geographic Region. Candidates In alphabetical order: * Irina Danelia (.ru)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/danelia-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Peter Koch (.de)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/koch-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Nicklas Pousette (.se)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/pousette-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> The candidates were invited to submit candidate statements to the ccNSO members. They interacted with the ccNSO members and broader ccTLD community at a Q&A session, held during the ccNSO Members Meeting at ICANN78. Consult the recording here<https://sched.co/1T4M3>. Election opening and closing Voting in the first round will start Thursday, 9 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). Voting ballots Voting ballots will be sent latest on Wednesday, 8 November by 23:00 UTC, from tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org> to the e-mail address of the Emissary of each ccNSO Member from the European region, as listed in the ccNSO Members database. As per the October 2022 Rules<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> of the ccNSO, the Emissary is the Representative selected by the ccTLD Manager in accordance with Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws for the purpose of voting in the specific cases enumerated in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and the Internal Rules and Internal Procedures of the ccNSO. Each eligible Emissary will receive one (1) unique ballot. The ccNSO currently counts 47 members from the European region, corresponding to 47 Territories, and therefor 47 Emissaries. Do you have questions or concerns regarding the email address of the Emissary for your Territory? Contact the Nomination Process Manager, Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). If you are unable to locate the ballot, please also consider checking your spam folder. Election procedure Since the election is for one seat, each eligible Emissary will be entitled to vote for up to one candidate. For each ballot, a maximum of 1 candidate can be selected. There is a possibility to submit your ballot without selecting any of the candidates. Each Emissary will receive 1 ballot only. You can vote an unlimited number of times, but only the last vote submitted will be counted. When the results are displayed, the votes are only identified by the ballot ID, and not by the voter's email address. As per the relevant guideline, a majority of all the Emissaries in the Geographic Region entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum, and the selected candidate must receive the votes of a majority of those cast by the Emissaries from the Geographic Region. The winner is the candidate who receives the plurality of the votes. In the event two or more candidates have received the same number of votes in the election, and no winner can be identified, a run-off election will be conducted between these candidates. Next Steps The election closes on Thursday, 30 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). The Election Manager will announce the voting results on Friday, 1 December (latest by 23:59 UTC). In case there is a need for a second voting round, or in case there is a tied vote, elections will be held, according to the timeline previously agreed by Council. The Election Report, which includes the results of the election, will be sent to the ccNSO Council for adoption. The Chair of the ccNSO Council shall inform the ICANN Secretary of the selection. Links * Archive for nominations and secondments<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ccnso-nominations/> * Call for nominations<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-08sep23-en.htm> * Relevant ccNSO guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/guideline-ccnso-…> * Timeline (see enclosed) Candidate statements * Irina Danelia (.ru)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/danelia-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Peter Koch (.de)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/koch-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> * Nicklas Pousette (.se)<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/pousette-statement-13oct23-en.pdf> Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Approval Action Fundamental Bylaw change relating to the IFR and SIFR
by Bart Boswinkel Nov. 7, 2023

Nov. 7, 2023

Dear all, As you will recall on 10 September 2023 the ICANN Board approved Fundamental Bylaws Amendments to Articles 18 and 19 of the ICANN Bylaws, which relate to the IANA Function Review (Article 18) and Special IANA Function Review (Article 19). Further the Empowered Community Administration organized a Community Forum during ICANN78 in Hamburg on 26 October 2023. According to the ICANN Bylaws Annex D, each Supporting Organization and Advisory Committee will determine their position with respect to the Bylaw change, according to its own rules and procedures (see: https://ccnso.icann.org/about/guideline-approval-actions-procedure-17oct19-…) within 21 days of its conclusion of the Approval Action Community Forum Period, so by 16 November 2023, To meet the deadline you are kindly requested to raise questions or objections to the following resolution by Monday 13 November 2023, 23.59 UTC. If no questions or objections to the resolution is deemed to have passed (of course and as always you are also invited to express your support). Please use the Council list to express your views. Draft Resolution Decision - Taking into account the manner in which the issues and concerns that were raised by the ccNSO Council in its input on the proposed changes to Articles 18 and 19 of the ICANN Bylaws, which relate to the IANA Function Review (Article 18) and Special IANA Function Review (Article 19) were addressed. Also taking into account no comments or other feed-back was receveid form the ccTLD community and finally taking into account the outcome of the Community Forum dated 26 October 2023 on aforementioned Bylaw changes, the ccNSO Council - as mandated through Annex D of the ICANN Bylaws and through its own rules and procedures ( https://ccnso.icann.org/about/guideline-approval-actions-procedure-17oct19-… ) - supports the proposed changes to Article 18 and 19. The Secretariat is requested to publish this resolution upon adoption and the chair of the ccNSO Council is requested to inform the ECA accordingly as soon as possible after adoption of this resolution. Background The Board Decision The resolution approving the Fundamental Bylaws Amendments is available at: https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…. The proposed Bylaw changes were published for public comment, and the ccNSO Council provided input, which was taken into account and is mostly reflected in the proposed Bylaw changes. The announcement and background materials and ccNSO Council submission may be found at https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/iana-naming-function-rev… WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT TO THE ccNSO? First of all because this proposed Bylaw change is about changes to IANA Naming Function Review and the IANA Naming Function, which are both core to ccTLDs. Secondly, the proposed Bylaw change is a change of a Fundamental Bylaw, and the ccNSO Council has to decide whether to : (a) support the proposal, (b) object to the proposal, or (c) have no opinion on the proposal. Kind regards, Bart

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November ccNSO Council meeting (100) | 16 November at 12:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson Nov. 6, 2023

Nov. 6, 2023

Dear Councilors, The November ccNSO Council meeting (100) has been scheduled for 16 November 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/97746956529?pwd=Tm9jKzVZbHdDMU1rekFiTHRScGl3dz09 Meeting ID: 977 4695 6529 Passcode: Council-10 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/zwejDQ 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 | 26 October 2023
by ICANN Community Digest Nov. 6, 2023

Nov. 6, 2023

Thursday, 06 November 2023 ICANN Community Digest The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. How Domain Name System Policy is Developed, and How You Can Get Involved Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org! Table of Contents ICANN78 NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 26 October 2023 NEW: A Look Back at ICANN78 Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 22 October 2023 NEW: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar NEW: ICANN Strengthens Key Partnerships: 2023 Africa Internet Summit in South Africa Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANNN79 Extended to Early November 2023 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program Public Comment Summary Report: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDNccTLDs Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference ICANN78 NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 26 October 2023 Please find the Approved Resolutions of the 26 October 2023 Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board here. NEW: A Look Back at ICANN78 More than 1,800 people attended ICANN78 in person in Hamburg, Germany, and over 600 participated virtually. Read more. Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 22 October 2023 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 22 October 2023 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here. NEW: Participate in the next Strategic Plan Environmental Scan Webinar ICANN held a hybrid community environmental scan session at ICANN78, which allowed participants to provide their input in person or online. If you missed this session at ICANN78, there is one more opportunity to get involved. Session Date and Time: 16 November 2023 at 16:00 UTC This session will be held via Zoom and in English. Please register. Read more. NEW: ICANN Strengthens Key Partnerships: 2023 Africa Internet Summit in South Africa The event aims at fostering innovative ideas and collaborations. This year, it brought together representatives of Africa's business and technical community, attracting 440 online and 280 on-site participants from 71 countries. Read more. Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended ***NextGen Mentor Program Nominations Deadline Extended to December 1st. Please submit nominations ASAP. Please note this is a funded traveler position and I must have nominations submitted on time for ICANN79. Thank you.*** NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations. The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for the 2024 Mentor Program. This appointment will serve for ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, 1 December 2023. The community-nominated mentor will be responsible for overseeing the mentor process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found at the link below. Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify Deborah Escalera, deborah.escalera(a)icann.org. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANNN79 Extended to Early November 2023 ICANN wishes to hear from university students in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum. ICANN79 is scheduled to be in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from 2 to 7 March 2024. DEADLINE: 03 November 2023 Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Nominations: ICANN Academy 2024 Leadership Program From 9 October – 15 November 2023, ICANN has issued a call for nominations for the 2024 Leadership Program, scheduled for 29 February –1 March in San Juan, Puerto Rico, just prior to the ICANN79 Public Meeting. Deadline: 15 November 2023 Read more. Public Comment Summary Report: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDNccTLDs Draft Report of the Root Zone DNSSEC Algorithm Rollover Study Open for Submissions: 19 October 2023 Closed for Submissions: 04 December 2023 Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 78 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 09 October 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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feedback on the ICANN78 ccNSO Members Meeting
by Joke Braeken Nov. 6, 2023

Nov. 6, 2023

Hello, We contacted you at the end of October asking for feedback on the ICANN78 ccNSO Members Meeting. So far 22 people have responded. We would be very grateful if you could complete our short survey (3 minutes long) to help us understand what went well (and not so well). How do you give your feedback? Go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ICANN78ccNSOMM The online survey will be open until Wednesday, 8 November 2023, 23:59 UTC. Your feedback is valuable input for the ccNSO Meeting Programme Committee as they prepare for ICANN79 in March '24. Thank you very much! Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Election Notice: Board Seat 12
by Joke Braeken Nov. 6, 2023

Nov. 6, 2023

Election Notice: Board Seat 12 https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/nominations.htm Dear ccNSO members, This is to inform you about the forthcoming ICANN Board seat 12 election. The election will start on Tuesday, 7 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) – and will close on Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC), according to the timeline previously adopted by the ccNSO Council. Following the call for nominations, one candidate was nominated: Katrina Sataki. The nomination was seconded, and Katrina accepted the nomination. Katrina submitted her candidate statement <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/sataki-statement-21aug23-en.pdf> to the ccNSO. The due diligence or background check was concluded without identifying any issues or concerns. Katrina was interviewed and answered questions from the ccNSO members and broader ccTLD community at a ICANN78 Question-and-Answer session, held on 26 October 2023. The recording of the session is published here<https://sched.co/1T4M3>. Even though there is only one candidate, an election will still be held, as per the relevant guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination…>. The election is for one (1) seat. The ccNSO Council and ccNSO members have agreed that the ccNSO members shall propose and elect candidates for the two ICANN Board seats allocated to the ccNSO, and that the winner(s) of said election(s) shall in turn be nominated by a majority vote of the ccNSO Council to the ICANN Board seat(s). Election opening and closing Voting starts Tuesday, 7 November 2023 (00:01 UTC) and closes on Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC), according to the timeline previously agreed by the ccNSO Council. Ballots Voting ballots will be sent latest on Monday, 6 November 2023 by 23:00 UTC, from tally(a)icann.org<mailto:tally@icann.org> to the e-mail address of the Emissary of each ccNSO Member, as listed in the ccNSO Members database. As per the October 2022 Rules<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> of the ccNSO, the Emissary is the Representative selected by the ccTLD Manager in accordance with Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws for the purpose of voting in the specific cases enumerated in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and the Internal Rules and Internal Procedures of the ccNSO. Each eligible Emissary will receive one (1) unique ballot. The ccNSO currently counts 177 members, corresponding to 175 Territories, and therefor 175 Emissaries. Do you have questions or concerns regarding the email address of the Emissary for your Territory? Contact the Nomination Process Manager, Joke Braeken (joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>). If you are unable to locate the ballot, please consider checking your spam folder. The ballot will include two options: the name of the candidate and "None of the Above". The latter option was added after ccNSO members expressed the need for such an option. When selecting "None of the above", a ccTLD Manager believes that the candidate listed is not qualified to serve on the ICANN Board of Directors Election Procedure Each Emissary can vote an unlimited number of times, but only the last vote submitted will be counted. When the results are displayed, the votes are only identified by the ballot ID, and not by the voter's email address. There is no quorum requirement for this voting. As per section 3.7 of the applicable guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination…>: “The Candidate(s) that receive(s the plurality of the votes cast by the ccNSO members, shall be the Candidate(s) who is(are) elected to be nominated by the ccNSO Council. If the plurality of the votes cast is “None of the Above” the Nomination Process shall be terminated and section 3.9 applies”. In the event of a tied vote, a run-off election vote or votes will be held as per the timeline adopted by the ccNSO Council. Next steps The election closes on Tuesday, 28 November 2023 (23:59 UTC). The Nomination Process Manager will announce the voting result on Wednesday, 29 November 2023 (latest by 23:59 UTC). The Nomination Process Manager will include the voting result as well as potential issues and events related to this specific Nomination Process in a Nomination Report. This report will be submitted to the ccNSO Council for adoption before or by the January 2024 Council meeting. With adoption of the Nomination report, the Nomination Process will close and the Empowered Community Administration (ECA) and ICANN's Secretary will be notified of the results of the Nomination Process accordingly. Links * Call for nominations<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-18jul23-en.htm> * Announcement candidate list<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-21aug23-en.htm> * Archive for nominations and secondments<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ccnso-boardnominations/> * Applicable ccNSO guideline<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination…> * Timeline v2 (see enclosed) * Candidate statement Katrina Sataki<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/sataki-statement-21aug23-en.pdf> * Rules for the ccNSO Membership<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members…> Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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