February 2025 - Ccnso-council

Re: Nomination Process Report Board Seat 12: for review and adoption
by ‪‪Ali Hadji Mmadi‬ Feb. 21, 2025

Feb. 21, 2025

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*** REMINDER | Call for Volunteers: The ccNSO Guidelines Review Committee (GRC) Welcomes additional members
by Claudia Ruiz Feb. 20, 2025

Feb. 20, 2025

Dear all, The ccNSO welcomes additional volunteers for the ccNSO Guidelines Review Committee (GRC). The call for volunteers will close Friday, 21 February 2025 (23:59 UTC). Potential GRC members and those want to learn more about the work of the GRC are kindly invited to a 1-hour webinar, hosted by GRC Chair Sean Copeland and Vice Chair Segun Akano. The webinar will be held on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 14:00 UTC. You will be informed on how to join the Committee, the required skill set, the topics that will be addressed by this group, and its working methods. JOIN GRC Webinar The webinar will be held on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 14:00 UTC Register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/R2aOcn-DRLKGbiq9kUQXAQ [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/R2aOcn-DR…> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. The Zoom recording will be published here: https://community.icann.org/x/HBwFBQ Who can become an GRC member? Membership of the Committee is open to all ccTLD managers (whether members of the ccNSO or not) The membership will be listed on https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/grc.htm [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/grc.htm…> Term of service There is no term end, however each year the members of the Committee will be asked whether they want to continue to serve thereon. The group encourages participation from all geographic regions and by volunteering you commit to participate in and contribute to the meetings and to the work in between those meetings. Working methods The committee meets on a bi-weekly basis through Zoom and might decide to hold a working session during the ICANN public meetings or plan an engagement session. How to apply? If you are interested in joining the GRC, please submit your application by Friday, 21 February 2025 (23:59 UTC). To apply, complete the form here [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/JpbZ7EW7wDRAopk19__;!!PtGJab4!…>. You will be asked to provide your full name and contact details, your ccTLD affiliation, and a brief statement outlining your qualifications and motivation for joining the committee. Secondly, to facilitate your participation in the ccNSO representing your ccTLD, we will require an ICANN Account [account.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/account.icann.org/help__;!!PtGJab4!4wUWs…>, which is the ccNSO's and ICANN's platform to manage participation. If you already have an ICANN Account (e.g. for registering at ICANN meetings), please login [account.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/account.icann.org/login__;!!PtGJab4!4wUW…> to your ICANN Account using the email address that you use for your ccNSO work and verify that your profile is up to date. If you do not have an ICANN Account or are unsure, please create an ICANN Account [account.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/account.icann.org/__;!!PtGJab4!4wUWsSU2O…> at your earliest convenience. Additionally, all members and participants to this working group will have to complete a Statement of Interest (SOI). Fill out the form here [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/79Jw4wSnNhn5W4Z46__;!!PtGJab4!…>. Next Steps Members shall be appointed by the ccNSO Council after closure of the call for volunteers. Additionally, all members and participants to this working group will have to complete a Statement of Interest (SOI). Fill out the form here: https://forms.gle/79Jw4wSnNhn5W4Z46 [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/79Jw4wSnNhn5W4Z46__;!!PtGJab4!…>If you have questions, please contact us at ccnsosecretariat(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnsosecretariat@icann.org> LINKS Find the GRC charter and further information here. [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/grc.htm…> Best regards, Claudia Ruiz

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Nomination Process Report Board Seat 12: for review and adoption
by Joke Braeken Feb. 20, 2025

Feb. 20, 2025

Dear Councillors, Please find enclosed the proposed Nomination Process Report, for your review and adoption. If you have any concerns or objections, please send them to the council mailing list. The deadline is Thursday, 27 February 2024 at 23:59 UTC Draft resolution The ccNSO Council adopts the Board seat 12 Nomination Process report as proposed, including its recommendations, and formally nominates Byron Holland - the elected candidate - as outlined in Section 10.3(i) of the ICANN Bylaws. With this adoption, the Board Seat 12 Nomination Process is now closed. The Council congratulates Byron on his election and wholeheartedly thanks Nick Wenban-Smith for his candidacy. The ccNSO Guidelines Review Committee (GRC) is requested to review the Board Nomination Process Guideline, taking into account the recommendations from the Nomination Process Manager. The secretariat is requested to publish this resolution promptly and inform the GRC. The ccNSO Chair is requested to inform the Empowered Community Administration (ECA) and ICANN's Secretary of the nomination results. This decision takes effect upon publication. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Message from Byron Holland | Board Seat 12
by Joke Braeken Feb. 19, 2025

Feb. 19, 2025

Dear All, In my capacity as Nomination Process Manager, I am forwarding the message below at the request of Byron Holland. Best regards, Joke = = = Dear ccNSO Colleagues, I would like to thank all of you for your engagement in the election process and your participation in the election itself. I am truly honoured and humbled to receive your support for my candidacy. I am fully committed to give my utmost to the role of ICANN Board, informed by my deep roots in the wonderful ccNSO community. I also want to say a big thank you to Nick Wenban-Smith for his candidacy. As a community we are all better off to have robust, healthy competition, with qualified candidates, for this important role. I look forward to continuing to work with Nick, the ccNSO Council, and the entire ccNSO community. All the best, Byron = = = Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Message from Nick Wenban-Smith | Board seat 12
by Joke Braeken Feb. 19, 2025

Feb. 19, 2025

Dear All, I am forwarding the message below at the request of Nick. Best regards, Joke = = = Dear ccNSO members I would like to congratulate Bryon Holland on winning the ccNSO vote. We have a worthy new ICANN board member, well qualified and fully committed to representing us. I wish him the best of luck in the new role. Many thanks to all ccNSO members who cast their votes in this important election! Best wishes Nick = = = ________________________________ From: Joke Braeken via Ccnso-members <ccnso-members(a)icann.org> Sent: Wednesday, February 19, 2025 7:01:17 AM To: ccnso-members(a)icann.org <ccnso-members(a)icann.org>; ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Subject: [ccnso-members] Voting Results – ICANN Board Seat 12 Election Caution: This is an external email and may be malicious. Please take extra care when clicking links or opening attachments. Voting Results – ICANN Board Seat 12 Election Voting for the ICANN Board Seat 12 election closed on Tuesday, 18 February 2025 (23:59 UTC). Thank you to all those who participated in the election. Election Results Out of 177 Emissaries, 107 (60%) cast their votes: * Byron Holland received 73 votes * Nick Wenban-Smith received 30 votes * 4 Emissaries voted for "None of the above" At the time of voting, the ccNSO had 179 members, representing 177 Territories, and therefore 177 Emissaries. According to Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws, an Emissary is the Representative chosen by a ccTLD Manager to vote on specific matters outlined in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and certain votes under ccNSO’s Internal Rules. There was no quorum requirement for this election. A list of voting Countries/Territories and their ICANN Regions is available. Next Steps The ccNSO has a voluntary internal arrangement for electing candidates for ICANN Board Seats 11 and 12. The next step is for the ccNSO Council to formally nominate the elected candidate, as outlined in Section 10.3(i) of the ICANN Bylaws. The Nomination Process Manager will submit a Nomination Report to the ccNSO Council for discussion and adoption. The Empowered Community Administration (ECA) and ICANN's Secretary will be informed of the nomination results accordingly. Links * Election notice https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-03feb25-en.htm [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announc…> * Tracker: List of Countries or Territories which voted and their ICANN Region https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15e87XDydXstbUmUuy5d50grH_f5B-v9lDXw… [secure-web.cisco.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/secure-web.cisco.com/1y3aTq0ZtBFczqrDIOV…> * Announcements on ccNSO website related to the Board Seat 12 Nomination Procedure: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/nominations.htm [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/en/about/nominations.htm…> * ccNSO Internal Rules: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members… [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/fiel…> * ccNSO Guideline Board seat 11 and seat 12 nominations: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination… [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/fiel…> * ICANN bylaws https://www.icann.org/en/governance * Board Seat 12 FY 25 Nomination process timeline as adopted by ccNSO Council: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/timeline-nominat… [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/fiel…> * Archive for nominations and secondments: https://lists.icann.org/hyperkitty/list/ccnso-boardnominations@icann.org/ [lists.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/lists.icann.org/hyperkitty/list/ccnso-bo…> * Candidate statements * Candidate statement Byron Holland [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/fiel…> * Candidate statement Nick Wenban-Smith [ccnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/fiel…> * Recording ICANN81 Q&A with Board Seat 12 candidates https://sched.co/1p2JJ [secure-web.cisco.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/secure-web.cisco.com/1c6hMbk7Zz74ca7fo_0…> * Recording 4 February Q&A with Board seat 12 candidates https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Webinars * About the ICANN Board of directors https://itp.cdn.icann.org/en/files/about-the-board/getting-to-know-the-ican… [itp.cdn.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/itp.cdn.icann.org/en/files/about-the-boa…> Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Voting Results – ICANN Board Seat 12 Election
by Joke Braeken Feb. 19, 2025

Feb. 19, 2025

Voting Results – ICANN Board Seat 12 Election Voting for the ICANN Board Seat 12 election closed on Tuesday, 18 February 2025 (23:59 UTC). Thank you to all those who participated in the election. Election Results Out of 177 Emissaries, 107 (60%) cast their votes: * Byron Holland received 73 votes * Nick Wenban-Smith received 30 votes * 4 Emissaries voted for "None of the above" At the time of voting, the ccNSO had 179 members, representing 177 Territories, and therefore 177 Emissaries. According to Section 10.4(e) of the ICANN Bylaws, an Emissary is the Representative chosen by a ccTLD Manager to vote on specific matters outlined in Article 10 & Annex B of the ICANN Bylaws and certain votes under ccNSO’s Internal Rules. There was no quorum requirement for this election. A list of voting Countries/Territories and their ICANN Regions is available. Next Steps The ccNSO has a voluntary internal arrangement for electing candidates for ICANN Board Seats 11 and 12. The next step is for the ccNSO Council to formally nominate the elected candidate, as outlined in Section 10.3(i) of the ICANN Bylaws. The Nomination Process Manager will submit a Nomination Report to the ccNSO Council for discussion and adoption. The Empowered Community Administration (ECA) and ICANN's Secretary will be informed of the nomination results accordingly. Links * Election notice https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-03feb25-en.htm * Tracker: List of Countries or Territories which voted and their ICANN Region https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15e87XDydXstbUmUuy5d50grH_f5B-v9lDXw… * Announcements on ccNSO website related to the Board Seat 12 Nomination Procedure: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/nominations.htm * ccNSO Internal Rules: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/internal-members… * ccNSO Guideline Board seat 11 and seat 12 nominations: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/ccnso-nomination… * ICANN bylaws https://www.icann.org/en/governance * Board Seat 12 FY 25 Nomination process timeline as adopted by ccNSO Council: https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/timeline-nominat… * Archive for nominations and secondments: https://lists.icann.org/hyperkitty/list/ccnso-boardnominations@icann.org/ * Candidate statements * Candidate statement Byron Holland<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/holland-statemen…> * Candidate statement Nick Wenban-Smith<https://ccnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/field-attached/smith-statement-…> * Recording ICANN81 Q&A with Board Seat 12 candidates https://sched.co/1p2JJ * Recording 4 February Q&A with Board seat 12 candidates https://community.icann.org/display/ccnsowkspc/ccNSO+Webinars * About the ICANN Board of directors https://itp.cdn.icann.org/en/files/about-the-board/getting-to-know-the-ican… Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Limited number of Completed 360 reviews
by Bart Boswinkel Feb. 18, 2025

Feb. 18, 2025

Dear all, As a kind reminder, please complete the 360 surveys. To date only a very limited number have completed the surveys ( 2 to 3 depending on the survey) to be valuable you agreed that at least 10 Councillors should complete the survey. The links can be found in my email to you dated 10 February, Thank you and kind regards, Bart

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Board seat 12 vote | Don't miss the deadline: 18 February at 23:59 UTC
by Joke Braeken Feb. 18, 2025

Feb. 18, 2025

Dear All, This is a final reminder to please vote. The ccNSO community is in the final stage of electing a representative for Board Seat 12, one of two ccNSO designated seats on the ICANN Board of Directors. All eligible ccNSO Emissaries are encouraged to cast their vote before the deadline on Tuesday, 18 February 2025, at 23:59 UTC. Read more<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/nominations.htm> Votes cast to date (18 February at 10:30 UTC): Total: 105 Emissaries (59%) Which percentage of the Emissaries voted? Africa: 51%, Asia/Australia/Pacific: 54%, Europe: 72%, Latin America/Caribbean: 55%, North America: 83% NEW! A list of Countries/Territories involved in the Board nomination process for Seat 12 (FY25) is published, showing which voted and their ICANN Region. Consult the list here<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15e87XDydXstbUmUuy5d50grH_f5B-v9lDXw…>. If you cannot find your ballot, please reach out to Joke Braeken, latest by 18 UTC today. Best regards. Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Join the ccNSO webinar for newcomers on 25 February at noon UTC
by Joke Braeken Feb. 17, 2025

Feb. 17, 2025

Dear All, Are you new to the ccNSO, or looking to deepen your understanding of its work? Do you know colleagues or peers who would benefit from an introductory session on the ccNSO? Join ccNSO Council Vice Chair Biyi Oladipo (.ng) for a 1-hour ccTLD Webinar for newcomers on Tuesday, 25 February 2025 at noon UTC. This is an opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and connect with the global ccTLD community. This session will provide an overview of: * The role and work of the ccNSO * What to expect from the ccNSO at ICANN82 * How ccTLD community representatives can get involved When? Tuesday, 25 February 2025 at noon UTC How to participate? Register in advance for this meeting. https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/08_zN93XRmWTLEG7eTWikw 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> Read more about the ccNSO at ICANN82: https://community.icann.org/x/EoCRG

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Re: [ccnso-members] Re: Preparation meeting with Board ccPDP3 RM Caucus
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral Feb. 17, 2025

Feb. 17, 2025

Dear Eberhard The ccNSO Council received the notes from the call last week and they will be published soon. The drafting team will be informed accordingly. 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. ******************************************* On Thu, Feb 13, 2025 at 11:48 AM Eberhard W Lisse <el(a)lisse.na> wrote: > Alejandra, > > what was the outcome of the meeting with the “Caucus” at which you did not > want the subject matter experts present? > > el > > > -- > Dr. Eberhard W. Lisse \ / Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (retired) > el(a)lisse.NA / * | Telephone: +264 81 124 6733 (cell) > PO Box 8421 Bachbrecht \ / If this email is signed with GPG/PGP > 10007, Namibia ;____/ Sect 20 of Act No. 4 of 2019 may apply > On Jan 24, 2025 at 15:09 +0200, Alejandra Reynoso Barral < > alejandra.reynoso(a)gmail.com>, wrote: > > Dear Eberhard > > I note your concern, however I also want to draw your attention to the > extensive discussions the Council had on this matter at its December and > January meetings. The outcome, which was agreed upon by all councillors > present at these meetings, was: > > - The Councillors on the drafting team (which includes the chair of > the ccPDP3 RM WG and other members of the WG) will meet with the caucus > - The full response drafting team should be invited to prepare for the > call with the Board Caucus. > - The spokesperson i.e. the person co-chairing the meeting from the > ccNSO side will be the ccNSO Council vice chair. > > 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. > ******************************************* > > > On Thu, Jan 23, 2025 at 4:52 PM Eberhard W Lisse via Ccnso-members < > ccnso-members(a)icann.org> wrote: > >> Bart, >> >> As the Vice-Chair of the Wg I do not agree that the subject matter >> experts of the Wg should be excluded from any meeting with the Board, and >> most certainly not the Vice-Chair. >> >> My understanding is that the ccNSO should be a transparent as possible. >> >> I can not follow the reasoning why someone who was not involved with the >> work is supposed to play a role, let alone be the spokesperson, when the >> Chair of the Wg is a current Councilor. >> >> While I agree that Council should drive the process, for the avoidance of >> doubt, I formally protest both decisions. >> >> Please bring this to the attention of Council, and I also do not agree >> that my protest and request for review of the Council decisions should be >> handled by an individual but should be decided by Council. >> >> el >> >> >> -- >> Dr. Eberhard W. Lisse \ / Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (retired) >> el(a)lisse.NA / * | Telephone: +264 81 124 6733 (cell) >> PO Box 8421 Bachbrecht \ / If this email is signed with GPG/PGP >> 10007, Namibia ;____/ Sect 20 of Act No. 4 of 2019 may apply >> On Jan 23, 2025 at 17:34 +0200, ccNSO Calendar <ccnso-calendar(a)icann.org>, >> wrote: >> >> Dear all, >> >> As you will recall Becky Burr in her role as chair of the Board Caucus >> ccPDP3 RM, accepted the invitation to discuss any ambiguities following the >> ccNSO Council responses on the questions re ccPDP3 RM. This meeting was >> already tentatively scheduled for 30 January 2025 and is now confirmed. >> >> The caucus is expected to send Alejandra a letter shortly, and as soon it >> is received will be forwarded to you. This letter will include the three >> (3) to discuss further to ensure a shared understanding of the ccNSO’s >> intent and objectives for the CCRM policy recommendations. As soon as the >> letter is received it will be forwarded to this group. >> >> >> >> You are kindly invited to participate in a meeting to prepare for the >> meeting with the Board caucus and staff. The ccNSO Council agreed that only >> Councillors should attend the meeting with the Board, and Jordan and >> Jordan, in his capacity as vice-chair the spokesperson. >> >> Kind regards, >> >> Bart >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Ccnso-members mailing list -- ccnso-members(a)icann.org >> To unsubscribe send an email to ccnso-members-leave(a)icann.org >> _______________________________________________ >> 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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