August 2023 - Ccnso-council

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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Starting Soon: Next Term of ICANN Policy Development Accelerator
by ICANN Community Digest Aug. 24, 2023

Aug. 24, 2023

Thursday, 24 August 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 ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open Sign up for the session slot for ICANN78 Fellowship Program participants Translation Deadlines Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Information Sharing Starting Soon: Next Term of ICANN Policy Development Accelerator NEW: Applications Now Open: Coalition for Digital Africa DNSSEC Roadshow Project Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDNccTLDs ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism ICANN78 Sign up for the session slot for ICANN78 Fellowship Program participants Want to introduce your group’s work to ICANN78 Fellowship Program participants? Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session on 21-22 October. This outreach session is an opportunity to share information with the fellows and highlight the important work that your group does within ICANN. The deadline to sign up for a slot is 30 August 2023 Link to sign up for available slots For any additional questions, please contact ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. Community Regional Outreach Program (CROP) Trip Proposal Submission Deadline for ICANN78 Please see the CROP Procedures and Guidelines to determine eligibility. Trips must originate and conclude within the same region and must be taken by someone located in the region where the meeting is taking place SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 01 SEPTEMBER 2023 FY24 CROP Landing Page 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 ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form Read more. Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Development Accelerator on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Development Accelerator 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 Development Accelerator 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 You can find the Expression of Interest and further information on the Policy Development Accelerator workspace. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Information Sharing Starting Soon: Next Term of ICANN Policy Development Accelerator The ICANN Policy Development Accelerator provides opportunities for newer ICANN community members to build substantive knowledge on a specific policy topic, while fostering value in service and relationships through connections with experienced ICANN community members. Read more. NEW: Applications Now Open: Coalition for Digital Africa DNSSEC Roadshow Project The goal of this project is to promote the adoption and implementation of DNSSEC protocols to improve the security of African country code top-level domains (ccTLDs). The roadshows are intended to provide ccTLD operators with the tools and expertise they need to protect their infrastructure, maintain user trust, and improve overall Internet security. ccTLD operators that wish to participate in the DNSSEC Roadshows project are requested to submit their application by 23:59 UTC on 30 September 2023. Read more. Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDNccTLDs Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 September 2023 ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 62 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 28 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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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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Selection/appointment Customer Standing Committee Alternate member
by Kimberly Carlson Aug. 24, 2023

Aug. 24, 2023

Dear Council, Further to the email dated 17 August 2023 requesting Council input on the selection/appointment of an alternate member to the Customer Standing Committee (CSC); the second-place candidate was contacted and asked if he would be interested in this role. I am happy to inform you that Abdalmonem Galila (.eg xn—wgbh1c (.مصر)) has enthusiastically accepted the role of alternate. We request Alejandra and Bart inform the appropriate CSC leadership and staff support. Additionally, Bart and Claudia contact Abdalmonem regarding next steps and onboarding. Thank you all for your attention to this matter. Best, Kim

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Reminder Call For Presenters: ICANN78 ccTLD News Session
by Joke Braeken Aug. 24, 2023

Aug. 24, 2023

Dear All, This is a reminder that the ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee welcomes presentation proposals for the ICANN78 ccTLD News Session, held Wednesday, 25 October 2023 at 08:30-10:00 UTC (10:30-12:00 local time in Hamburg). To submit your proposal, please go to https://forms.gle/7RdzY2nwGHyW8Moo8 The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, 6 September 2023 (23:59 UTC). Read more: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-2-18jul23-en.htm Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> ICANN78 links to bookmark now ccNSO Schedule https://community.icann.org/x/doDxDg ccNSO Session Highlights https://community.icann.org/x/K4LxDg

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Join the ccNSO webinar for newcomers on 12 October at 14 UTC
by Joke Braeken Aug. 23, 2023

Aug. 23, 2023

Dear All, Are you new to the ccNSO, or would like to learn more? Perhaps you know about colleagues or peers who would benefit from an introductory session to the ccNSO? Join ccNSO Council Vice Chair Biyi Oladipo (.ng) for a 1-hour ccTLD Webinar for newcomers. Biyi will help you to gain an understanding of the work of the ccNSO, what to expect from the ccNSO at the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, as well as how ccTLD community representatives can participate in the important work that affects you and your region. When? Thursday, 12 October 2023 | 14:00 UTC How to participate? Register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYlfumrpzktGddmUzq2mG8U39FdMTrZgaJo After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Recordings will become available here: https://community.icann.org/x/ooNJD Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Fwd: Update on the Grant Program Implementation
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Aug. 22, 2023

Aug. 22, 2023

Dear Councilors Below is a message from Xavier Calvez regarding the Grant Program Implementation. Please use this thread to share your thoughts on this topic. 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: Xavier Calvez <xavier.calvez(a)icann.org> Date: Sat, Aug 12, 2023 at 1:22 AM Subject: Update on the Grant Program Implementation To: sebastien.ducos(a)ariservices.com <sebastien.ducos(a)ariservices.com>, alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com <alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com>, herve.clement(a)orange.com <herve.clement(a)orange.com>, jzuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org <jzuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org>, nicolas.caballero(a)presidencia.gov.py <nicolas.caballero(a)presidencia.gov.py>, publicrelations(a)internetidentity.com <publicrelations(a)internetidentity.com>, jsosborn(a)isc.org <jsosborn(a)isc.org> Cc: Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Maarten Botterman < maarten.botterman(a)board.icann.org>, Sally Costerton < sally.costerton(a)icann.org>, David Olive <david.olive(a)icann.org>, Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> Dear SO/AC Chairs, I am contacting you in your capacity as Chairs of the Chartering Organizations of the Cross-Community Working Group on Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP). After the CCWG-AP concluded its work in 2020, each Chartering Organization approved the report before it was provided to the ICANN Board for consideration. As you may have seen in blog posts and community sessions, the ICANN Board adopted the CCWG-AP recommendations, and ICANN org is working toward implementation. Attached you will find an update that I sent to the former members of the CCWG-AP (as appointed by your organizations). Last month, the ICANN Board Chair also 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. As part of its recommendation, the CCWG-AP included that this limitation should be achieved through changing the ICANN Bylaws on the Reconsideration Request and Independent Review Processes to specify this carve out. Instead of touching ICANN’s core accountability mechanisms in the Bylaws, 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. More information can be found in the attached email. Because the Board is looking to direct ICANN org to implement the CCWG-AP’s recommendation to limit access to ICANN’s accountability mechanisms in a different manner than the CCWG-AP contemplated, the Board agreed it was important to give advance notice to those who formed that recommendation. At the same time, acknowledging that the chartering organizations approved the CCWG-AP Final Report and its recommendations, we are also providing this information directly to the Chartering Organizations. In addition, we will make sure that an email exchange with one of the former CCWG-AP members in response to the Chair’s email is moved to a publicly archived mailing list so that there is a transparent record of these communications. A copy of that exchange is also provided for your reference. The Board recognizes the significance of its forthcoming action - both in terms of maintaining the community working group’s recommendation to limit access to ICANN’s accountability mechanisms and in identifying a new, limited path forward to doing so that does not involve changes to these most fundamental of ICANN Bylaws. When taken, the Board’s resolution will be accompanied by a detailed rationale acknowledging the uniqueness of this situation along with the Board’s acknowledgement that contracts should only be considered as tools for limiting the use of ICANN’s accountability mechanism when the community has recommended that access to accountability mechanisms be limited in specific circumstances. The ICANN org team looks forward to providing further public updates on the progress of the ICANN Grant Program across various communication avenues. The creation of the former CCWG-AP members list is one of them, as is this email to you. Recognizing that the former members of the CCWG-AP now act in their individual capacity, please let us know if you are comfortable in having them engage in this conversation or whether it should be held differently. Please let me know any question you may have. Kind regards, Xavier In copy: Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board chair Maarten Botterman, ICANN Board member, chair of the Board Caucus on the Grant Program Sally Costerton, ICANN President and CEO David Olive, SVP Policy Development and Support Giovanni Seppia, VP Implementation Operations Xavier Calvez ICANN *SVP Planning and CFO* *12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300* *Los Angeles, California 90094* *USA * *Office phone:* +1 310 301 5800 *Cell phone:* +1 805 312 0052 *Skype:* Xavier.calvez.icann

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ccTLD contributions as of Fiscal Year 2023
by Joke Braeken Aug. 22, 2023

Aug. 22, 2023

Dear ccTLD managers, The preliminary ccTLD Contributors List has been prepared and is attached to this email for your review, in both PDF and excel. If you have any comments please do not hesitate to contact ICANN Accounting (accounting(a)icann.org<mailto:accounting@icann.org>), or myself by 31 August 2023 at its latest. The final version will be published by ICANN org mid-September 2023. Read more: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/cctld-contributions.htm Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Council Decision: Adoption Guideline: Review and update of ccNSO Portfolio of Activities
by Bart Boswinkel Aug. 22, 2023

Aug. 22, 2023

Dear all, The GRC submits to you for adoption the updated Guideline ccNSO Workplan from 2016 (https://ccnso.icann.org/about/guidelines-work-plan-30mar16-en.pdf) to reflect the changed role of the ccNSO Council Triage Committee and method to set priorities. The proposed Guideline was circulated to you early July 2023, and to the community end of July 2023 to seek comments and feed-back. The version of the Guideline was finalized by the GRC at its meeting on 14 August 2023. Draft Resolution Decision The ccNSO Council adopts the Guideline: Review and update of ccNSO Portfolio of Activities to replace the 2016 Guideline: ccNSO Workplan. The secretariat is requested to publish the adopted Guideline and archive the 2016 Guideline and publish this decision. This Decision becomes effective seven (7 days) after publication. If you have any question regarding the Guideline or the resolution, or object to the resolution please use the Council email list by 29 August 2023, 23.59 UTC . Thank you, on behalf of the GRC, Bart

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Reminder: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft ToR Webinar | 21 Aug. 2023 @ 1800 UTC.
by Joke Braeken Aug. 21, 2023

Aug. 21, 2023

Dear All, This is a reminder about the Pilot Holistic Review - ToR Webinar on 21 Aug. 2023 @ 1800 UTC. Please register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJApcOmgqD4pE9BMqMgL9d1t4ZWxMp1_xoxw After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. DATE: Monday, 21 August 2023 TIME: 18:00 – 19:00 UTC Background The Public Comment proceeding for the Pilot Holistic Review Draft Terms of Reference revealed diverging views on the pilot as well as the Holistic Review. In response to an analysis of the public comments, the Organizational Effectiveness Committee of the Board reconvened the Terms of Reference (ToR) Development Team in March 2023 to address the questions and issues raised during the proceeding. The Development Team concluded its work in July 2023 and would like to invite the community to attend an informational webinar on 21 August 2023 at 18:00 UTC to discuss the revisions to the ToR document. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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