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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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[INPUT REQUIRED] - Topics for joint sessions in ICANN 78
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Aug. 29, 2023

Aug. 29, 2023

Dear Councillors Yesterday we talked about potential topics to address in our joint sessions for ICANN 78. We have scheduled a meeting with the ICANN Board and a tentative joint session with the gNSO. Here are some of the topics suggested yesterday that could be discussed with both the Board and the gNSO: - ICANN’s position on the global digital compact and the WSIS+20 review - Potential gap analysis on IANA's operational situations with ccTLDs - Bylaw changes? How to improve the processes? - Reviews: IFRT, CSC Review, Holistic Review - *Any other topics?* Are there any particular topics to be discussed with GAC or ALAC? Please reply to this email thread with your suggested topics and/or comments to proposals. 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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INVITATION: video submission ccNSO anniversary at ICANN78
by Kimberly Carlson Aug. 25, 2023

Aug. 25, 2023

Dear all, As a reminder, the ccNSO is once again requesting videos for the 20-year anniversary session at ICANN78 in Hamburg. REMINDERS: * The Country Code Name Supporting Organization was created 20 years ago. During ICANN77, members of the ccTLD community shared videos reflecting on the evolution and major milestones in the history of the ccNSO. You are invited to submit your own celebratory video →The content can include: your ccNSO highlights, what makes the ccNSO valuable to you, congratulations, and well-wishes, etc. * A compilation will be presented during the ICANN78 AGM. * Video should be around a minute long. * Format: MP4 or MOV * Videos must be submitted by Monday, 18 September 2023 * Submit to ccnso-events(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnso-events@icann.org> If you have any additional questions or require assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Best, Kim

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Save the date: ccNSO Council Election Webinar about the upcoming call for nominations to the ccNSO Council
by Joke Braeken Aug. 24, 2023

Aug. 24, 2023

Dear All, The 3-year term for five members of the ccNSO Council will end in March 2024: * Africa: Ali Hadji Mmadi * Asia Pacific: Jiankang Yao * Europe: Irina Danelia * Latin America/Caribbean: Jenifer Lopez * North America: Sean Copeland On Tuesday, 12 September 2023 (00:01 UTC), the ccNSO will open a call for nominations to fill those seats. Prior to this call for nominations, there will be a ccNSO Council Election Webinar. You are warmly invited to attend. About the Council Election Webinar Are you considering running as a candidate for the ccNSO Council? Would you like to learn more about the ccNSO Council and the need to nominate candidates? We kindly invite you to participate. Councillors and ccNSO Secretariat will provide you with an overview of the election process and address the need to replace Councillors at reasonable and regular intervals. Moreover, you will receive further information about the required skill sets for Councillors, the time commitment and working methods of the ccNSO Council. Join Meeting Join us on Tuesday, 5 September at 13 UTC Register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErce-oqzsuHtT_mCW4DHs3ODNNPWDhGK8H After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. The webinar<https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Webinars> will be recorded, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions. Read more The announcement about the call for nominations and other relevant news will be posted here: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/elections/council.htm Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Damning takeaway comment from the NARLO "Notable discussions and takeaways from ICANN 77: perspectives from across the ICANN community" Zoom meeting
by Stephen Deerhake ＠ ASNIC July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

This from an ICANN77 Nextgen attendee: "This generation is not trusting ICANN." All I can say is “Wow.” And I hope ICANN Staff who were on the call made note of it. We have work to do… Stephen

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Closes Friday: Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award
by ICANN Community Digest July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

Monday, 31 July 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 Design and Translation Deadlines Information Sharing NEW: ICANN’s 2023 Nominating Committee Announces Leadership Selections NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa: Second Location for ICANN Managed Root Server Installation NEW: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Action Items CLOSING FRIDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open ICANN78 23 AUGUST 2023 DESIGN DEADLINE: If you require design assistance for your publication, you need to provide all the text, images, layout, and publication type/size requirements (i.e. one-pager vs. trifold, etc.). You will receive a maximum of 2 iterations of the publication. Please provide everything to Andrea Glandon by 23 AUGUST. Please keep in mind that all materials, new or updated, need to be evergreen. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon by 13 SEPTEMBER. This ensures that there is enough time to translate the publication by the start of the meeting, with the possibility of potential changes. If your materials require design assistance (outlined above), please note that the final materials will have to be complete, including the edit/approval process, by this deadline to be translated Information Sharing NEW: ICANN’s 2023 Nominating Committee Announces Leadership Selections The 2023 NomCom received 155 completed applications during the period from 11 January 2023 to 30 March 2023. Read more and find the Leadership Selection List here NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa: Second Location for ICANN Managed Root Server Installation Cairo, Egypt, will be the second location for the deployment of the ICANN Managed Root Server (IMRS) installation in Africa. This is part of a Coalition initiative launched in 2022, which is slated to be deployed in September. Read more. NEW: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Transition Program creates opportunities for newer ICANN community members to cultivate substantive knowledge on a specific policy topic, while fostering relationships and value in service through connections with experienced ICANN community members. The Policy Transition Program will meet monthly via Zoom, from September 2023 to March 2024, and will explore gTLD Registration Data: The Temporary Specification and Beyond. Expression of Interest The Policy Transition Program expression of interest is now open here. You can also find this information on the Policy Transition Program wiki page. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Action Items CLOSING FRIDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building The ICANN Board will evaluate a shortlist of candidates. Please submit nominations via this nomination form by 4 August 2023 23:59 UTC. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN79 Community Forum is taking place 2–7 March 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The application deadline is 18 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC. If ICANN79 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Official Announcement | Fellowship Program Flyer Public Comment See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 55 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 03 August 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 ICANN78 Preparatory meeting | 12 October at 12:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

Dear Council, The virtual ccNSO Council ICANN78 Preparatory meeting has been scheduled for 12 October at 12:00 UTC. Additional information will be provided prior to the call. Please find the call details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/95623048343?pwd=ZytiS2N0c0h3RVNrWmdyL3pnakJhQT09 Meeting ID: 956 2304 8343 Passcode: ccNSO-1012

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September ccNSO Council meeting (198) | 21 September at 18:00 UTC
by Kimberly Carlson July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

Dear Councilors, The September ccNSO Council meeting (198) has been scheduled for 21 September at 18:00 UTC. The agenda will be circulated prior to the call. Please find the call details below: Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/96811980251?pwd=QzluVXA2Q3J3YUszVXlTK21zU0pzdz09 Meeting ID: 968 1198 0251 Passcode: ccNSO-0921 Wiki: https://community.icann.org/x/ygejDQ If you are unable to attend, please let Bart and I know as soon as possible.

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[REVIEW] - Draft response to Kim Davies - Caretaker designation (.lb)
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

Dear Councillors As discussed in our past Council Meeting, below is a draft response to Kim Davies' letter regarding the "establishment of a caretaker designation for top-level domains in the root zone database". https://docs.google.com/document/d/1O4AMJXDouZRAihaRSFdo01m7-0-y-qjQmUY305s… Please add your comments and/or edits by Monday 31-Jul, so it can be sent on Tuesday 1-Aug. 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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Review and feed-back draft Outline ccNSO Implementation Assistance Process
by Bart Boswinkel July 31, 2023

July 31, 2023

Dear all, Per the Council meeting 20 July 2023, find included the proposed Outline ccNSO Implementation Assistance Process. The GRC is seeking your input and feed-back on this outline by Tuesday 1 August 2023. Thank you on behalf of the GRC, Kind regards, Bart

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