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Background material Items item 13 and 16 agenda meeting 201
by Bart Boswinkel Dec. 18, 2023

Dec. 18, 2023

Dear all, Please find included background material for items 13 (Bylaw repository) and 16 (Council 360 review) on the agenda of the upcoming meeting. * As to the Bylaw repository: This document includes the updates since September 2023. * The updated version of the Council 360 review, includes the suggestion from Councillors. If adopted annex A ( the survey questions wil be used as the basis for the 360 review starting in January 2024. Kind regards, Bart

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NEW: ICANN's Contracted Parties Approve New Obligations to Mitigate DNS Abuse
by ICANN Community Digest Dec. 14, 2023

Dec. 14, 2023

Thursday, 14 December 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 ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing NEW: Outcomes Report: The Facilitated Dialogue on Closed Generic gTLDs NEW: ICANN's Contracted Parties Approve New Obligations to Mitigate DNS Abuse NEW: ICANN Middle East and Africa Region: A Year in Review NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on the Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Draft FY25 Plans NEW: ICANN to Hold APAC DNS Forum 2024 in Bali, Indonesia REMINDER: ICANN Webinar: Framework for Public Interest and Registry Voluntary Commitments REMINDER:Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items CLOSES SATURDAY🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations Public Comment NEW: Draft ICANN FY25 Plans NEW: Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget ICANN79 REMINDER: 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: Outcomes Report: The Facilitated Dialogue on Closed Generic gTLDs This report aims to encapsulate the process, deliberations, feedback, and outcomes of the Facilitated Dialogue on Closed Generic gTLDs, providing a valuable record of the participants’ work from 07 November 2022 to 15 November 2023. The report is also aimed to set the basis for any future policy work on Closed Generic gTLDs – if any such work is envisaged by the ICANN community in the future. To read this Outcomes Report, please click here. NEW: ICANN's Contracted Parties Approve New Obligations to Mitigate DNS Abuse Currently, the final results are undergoing verification by the independent administrator, Votenet. Once the vote is certified, the proposed amendments will be shared with the ICANN Board for consideration. Read more. NEW: ICANN Middle East and Africa Region: A Year in Review In this blog we a provide a quick overview of the many accomplishments of the ICANN MEA team in 2023. The year proved to be both busy and fruitful as all ICANN offices around the world, including our Istanbul office, resumed full in-person operations on 9 January 2023. Read more. NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on the Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget This Public Comment proceeding seeks community feedback on the Draft Public Technical Identifiers Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Plan and Budget. Read more. NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Draft FY25 Plans ICANN opened a new Public Comment proceeding on planning and budget documents for fiscal year 2025 (FY25). Read more. NEW: ICANN to Hold APAC DNS Forum 2024 in Bali, Indonesia The APAC DNS Forum 2024 will convene regional DNS experts and the broader community to discuss the latest developments, opportunities, and challenges in the domain name marketplace. Topics may include the digital outlook for the APAC region, cybersecurity, and the future of the DNS and emerging technologies. Read more. REMINDER: ICANN Webinar: Framework for Public Interest and Registry Voluntary Commitments ICANN invites the community to participate in a webinar to kick off a community consultation on Public Interest Commitments and Registry Voluntary Commitments in the New Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The webinar will provide an overview of a proposed implementation framework and specific questions posed for community feedback, as well as an opportunity for the community to ask questions. Date: Monday, 18 December 2023 Time: 19:00–20:30 UTC Please see participation details on the dedicated webpage. REMINDER: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors ICANN invites the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) to nominate volunteers to serve as Fellowship Program Mentors. Each group is welcome to nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. • Mentors generally must plan on a time commitment of approximately 30-40 hours before, during, and immediately after each ICANN Public Meeting. This includes extensive pre-meeting preparation, on-site support for their assigned fellows, and post-meeting reporting. • Mentors will serve a term that includes three consecutive ICANN Public Meetings, beginning with ICANN81 (from ICANN81 - ICANN83 inclusive). • Mentors are expected to follow Fellowship Program guidelines to help ensure consistency in capacity development opportunities for fellows and to help fellows actively participate in ICANN's work. • Mentors will receive travel funding support (if applicable). For more information on the guidelines and expectations, please read about the mentorship program here. Mentors cannot serve on the Selection Committee at the same time they are serving as mentors. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor representative by 31 January 2024 and notify ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. Action Items CLOSES SATURDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN80 meeting is scheduled for 10–13 June 2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. The deadline to apply is 16 December 2023 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds ICANN opened a Call for Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Ombuds position. The deadline to submit Expressions of Interest is 8 January 2024 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 NEW: Draft ICANN FY25 Plans Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 NEW: Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 90 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 18 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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Join the virtual World Café ccNSO Anniversary Session on 14 December
by Joke Braeken Dec. 13, 2023

Dec. 13, 2023

Dear ccTLD community representatives, You are warmly invited to the virtual World Café ccNSO Anniversary session, on Thursday, 14 December 2023 (13:00-14:30 UTC). At ICANN78, the ccNSO 20th Anniversary Committee organized a World Café to explore with ccTLD representatives what makes the ccNSO relevant to the community for the next 5-10 years. As this session did not include remote participation, a fully virtual session will be held on 14 December. JOIN MEETING | Please register in advance. https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0lce2gqzkvHNxnhKCFcEIFhsbHoKiv2QSZ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. BACKGROUND | In 2023, the ccNSO celebrates its 20th anniversary. Representatives from the ccTLD community have reflected on the evolution and key milestones in the history of the ccNSO during the various anniversary sessions held throughout the year. The ccNSO membership submitted anniversary videos, as a unique and memorable way to celebrate. The videos were shown during the ICANN76<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/eMjg-ox50kb9nSRLybB7zDSOUOh3lkTz8yQBYdoGPpp…>, ICANN77<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/WzrOjfhOsmT9UfVRV8EEQUO6P0zi6Uah1RqBvODTl4r…> and ICANN78<https://sched.co/1T4Lo> ccNSO anniversary sessions. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Appointment Sean Copeland as members CIP-CCG
by Bart Boswinkel Dec. 12, 2023

Dec. 12, 2023

Dear all, As you may have noted the Continuous Improvement Program – Cross Community Group has been launched. Othe group shave already appointed a member and some an alternate (to share the workload and burden). As the GRC has bene focusing on the topic of continuous improvement, it is suggested to appoint Sean Copeland as member and ask the GRC to select an alternate from its members. Sean indicated he would be willing to serve as member on the CIP-CCG. If you have any question, concerns, or object, please use the list by 13 December 2023, noon UTC Draft Resolution Decision - the ccNSO Council appoints Sean Copeland (.vi) as member of the ICANN cross community group Continuous Improvement Program (CIP-CCG) and requests the ccNSO Guideline Review Committee to nominate an alternate – preferably form another Geographic Region then NA) to serve on the (CIP-CCG) by 19 December 2023. The secretariat is requested to inform relevant ICANN Staff as soon as possible. This resolution becomes effective upon adoption.

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Re: [ccnso-council] [ccnso-grc] Appointment Sean Copeland as members CIP-CCG
by Pablo Rodriguez Dec. 11, 2023

Dec. 11, 2023

I support On Mon, Dec 11, 2023 at 4:22 AM Svitlana Tkachenko via ccnso-grc < ccnso-grc(a)icann.org> wrote: > I support > > Svitlana > > On 7 Dec 2023, at 01:42, Biyi Oladipo via ccnso-grc <ccnso-grc(a)icann.org> > wrote: > > No objections from me. > > Biyi Oladipo > > On Wed, Dec 6, 2023 at 1:20 PM Bart Boswinkel via Ccnso-council < > ccnso-council(a)icann.org> wrote: > >> Dear all, >> >> As you may have noted the Continuous Improvement Program – Cross >> Community Group has been launched. Othe group shave already appointed a >> member and some an alternate (to share the workload and burden). As the GRC >> has bene focusing on the topic of continuous improvement, it is suggested >> to appoint Sean Copeland as member and ask the GRC to select an alternate >> from its members. Sean indicated he would be willing to serve as member on >> the CIP-CCG. >> >> >> >> If you have any question, concerns, or object, please use the list by *13 >> December 2023, noon UTC* >> >> >> >> *Draft Resolution* >> >> *Decision* - the ccNSO Council appoints Sean Copeland (.vi) as member of >> the ICANN cross community group Continuous Improvement Program (CIP-CCG) >> and requests the ccNSO Guideline Review Committee to nominate an alternate >> – preferably form another Geographic Region then NA) to serve on the >> (CIP-CCG) by 19 December 2023. The secretariat is requested to inform >> relevant ICANN Staff as soon as possible. This resolution becomes effective >> upon adoption. >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Ccnso-council mailing list >> Ccnso-council(a)icann.org >> https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/ccnso-council >> _______________________________________________ >> 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-grc mailing list > ccnso-grc(a)icann.org > https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/ccnso-grc > > _______________________________________________ > 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-grc mailing list > ccnso-grc(a)icann.org > https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/ccnso-grc > > _______________________________________________ > 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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NEW: ICANN Webinar: Framework for Public Interest and Registry Voluntary Commitments
by ICANN Community Digest Dec. 11, 2023

Dec. 11, 2023

Monday, 11 December 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 ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing NEW: Laying the Groundwork for the Next Phase of the New gTLD Program NEW: Enhancing ICANN Account Security with Multi-Factor Authentication Options NEW: ICANN Webinar: Framework for Public Interest and Registry Voluntary Commitments NEW: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors THIS WEEK: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN80 Fellowship Application Round Now Open 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations ICANN79 REMINDER: 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: Laying the Groundwork for the Next Phase of the New gTLD Program Throughout 2023, the ICANN Board, community, and organization have made significant steps toward launching another round of applications for new generic top-level domains (gTLDs). I wanted to share an update as we approach the year's end. Read more. NEW: Enhancing ICANN Account Security with Multi-Factor Authentication Options In an ever-expanding digital world, ICANN continues its effort to secure the systems and applications integral to ICANN Board, staff, and community members. As password attacks become more common, relying solely on passwords to protect user accounts is no longer the safest option. That's where multi-factor authentication (MFA) comes in. It serves as a safeguard for accessing ICANN Account and enhancing the security of our services. Read more. NEW: ICANN Webinar: Framework for Public Interest and Registry Voluntary Commitments ICANN invites the community to participate in a webinar to kick off a community consultation on Public Interest Commitments and Registry Voluntary Commitments in the New Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The webinar will provide an overview of a proposed implementation framework and specific questions posed for community feedback, as well as an opportunity for the community to ask questions. Date: Monday, 18 December 2023 Time: 19:00–20:30 UTC Please see participation details on the dedicated webpage. NEW: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors ICANN invites the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) to nominate volunteers to serve as Fellowship Program Mentors. Each group is welcome to nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. • Mentors generally must plan on a time commitment of approximately 30-40 hours before, during, and immediately after each ICANN Public Meeting. This includes extensive pre-meeting preparation, on-site support for their assigned fellows, and post-meeting reporting. • Mentors will serve a term that includes three consecutive ICANN Public Meetings, beginning with ICANN81 (from ICANN81 - ICANN83 inclusive). • Mentors are expected to follow Fellowship Program guidelines to help ensure consistency in capacity development opportunities for fellows and to help fellows actively participate in ICANN's work. • Mentors will receive travel funding support (if applicable). For more information on the guidelines and expectations, please read about the mentorship program here. Mentors cannot serve on the Selection Committee at the same time they are serving as mentors. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor representative by 31 January 2024 and notify ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. THIS WEEK: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar ICANN invites the community to participate in an informational webinar about the Draft ICANN, InternetAssigned Numbers Authority (IANA), and Public Technical Identifier (PTI) Fiscal Year (FY) 25 Plans andBudgets. 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 Action Items 🔥 TODAY: 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: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds ICANN opened a Call for Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Ombuds position. The deadline to submit Expressions of Interest is 8 January 2024 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 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 89 | Archive | Next Issue: Thursday, 14 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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Comment on Continuous Improvement Program-Cross Community Group Terms of Reference (CIP-CCR ToR)
by Bart Boswinkel Dec. 8, 2023

Dec. 8, 2023

Dear all, As requested by Council the GRC reviewed the ICANN proposed Terms of Reference for a cross-community group tasked with coordinating the development of a framework for continuous improvement and sharing practices of the various participating groups (22 in total). Included is the draft comment as proposed by the GRC as was concluded yesterday. You will recall that Alejandra received the proposal at the Roundtable and you (briefly) discussed it at the Hamburg Council meeting. As a result the GRC was requested to look at the proposal and propose a comment. Alejandra suggested that she would reply by 7 December 2023. To make this date, please let the list know if you have any objections on list by 7 December 2023 noon UTC. Background – ATRT-3 recommended to end Organizational Reviews and replace them with a Continuous Improvement Program (recommendation 3.6) and aspect of the Holistic Review (recommendation 3.5). The recommendations were adopted by the Board, and the organizational reviews have been put on hold (temporarily until June 2025 whne the Board will revisit the decision), assuming ICANN and community make considerable progress with implementing these recommendations. Thank you, kind regards, Bart

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Latest report UASG
by Joke Braeken Dec. 8, 2023

Dec. 8, 2023

Dear Council, dear UAC members, Please find enclosed the latest report over the UASG activities in November 2023. The report was drafted by Qing Cai (.cn), ccNSO appointed liaison to UASG. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> About the ICANN UASG The UASG is a community-led initiative that was formed in 2015 and funded by ICANN. It consists of representatives from more than 120 companies, governments, and community groups. The UASG works to raise awareness of the importance of UA globally, provide free resources to organizations to help them become UA-ready, and measure the progress of UA adoption. To learn more, visit https://uasg.tech/. About the ccNSO UAC The purpose of the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Committee (UAC) is to provide the ccTLD community a platform to interact and share information at a global level and with other groups under the ICANN umbrella on topics related to UA and acceptance of IDNs. https://community.icann.org/x/UIfxDg

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Re: [ccnso-council] [ccnso-grc] Appointment Sean Copeland as members CIP-CCG
by Stephen Deerhake ＠ ASNIC Dec. 7, 2023

Dec. 7, 2023

I approve. Stephen From: ccnso-grc <ccnso-grc-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Bart Boswinkel via ccnso-grc <ccNSO-GRC(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 07:20 To: "ccnso-council(a)icann.org" <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Cc: "ccNSO-GRC(a)icann.org" <ccNSO-GRC(a)icann.org> Subject: [ccnso-grc] Appointment Sean Copeland as members CIP-CCG Dear all, As you may have noted the Continuous Improvement Program – Cross Community Group has been launched. Othe group shave already appointed a member and some an alternate (to share the workload and burden). As the GRC has bene focusing on the topic of continuous improvement, it is suggested to appoint Sean Copeland as member and ask the GRC to select an alternate from its members. Sean indicated he would be willing to serve as member on the CIP-CCG. If you have any question, concerns, or object, please use the list by 13 December 2023, noon UTC Draft Resolution Decision - the ccNSO Council appoints Sean Copeland (.vi) as member of the ICANN cross community group Continuous Improvement Program (CIP-CCG) and requests the ccNSO Guideline Review Committee to nominate an alternate – preferably form another Geographic Region then NA) to serve on the (CIP-CCG) by 19 December 2023. The secretariat is requested to inform relevant ICANN Staff as soon as possible. This resolution becomes effective upon adoption.

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NEW: ICANN Chief Information Officer Ashwin Rangan Steps Down
by ICANN Community Digest Dec. 7, 2023

Dec. 7, 2023

Thursday, 07 December 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 ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Chief Information Officer Ashwin Rangan Steps Down NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa: Participants for DNSSEC Roadshows Project Selected REMINDER: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds 🔥 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 ICANN79 REMINDER: 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: ICANN Chief Information Officer Ashwin Rangan Steps Down Ash, who has led ICANN’s technology practice since March 2014 will be greatly missed. During his tenure he championed the digital transformation of our systems and processes, reduced our reliance on disparate platforms, shepherded the technical development of the Information Transparency Platform and Open Data system, and led the Engineering team to excel. Read more. NEW: Coalition for Digital Africa: Participants for DNSSEC Roadshows Project Selected The technical training sessions will provide ccTLD operators with the tools and expertise required to protect the Internet infrastructure, build user trust, and improve overall Internet security. Read more. REMINDER: Attend ICANN's Draft FY25 Operating Plan & Budget Informational Webinar ICANN invites the community to participate in an informational webinar about the Draft ICANN, InternetAssigned Numbers Authority (IANA), and Public Technical Identifier (PTI) Fiscal Year (FY) 25 Plans andBudgets. 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 Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds ICANN opened a Call for Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Ombuds position. The deadline to submit Expressions of Interest is 8 January 2024 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: 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 See upcoming proceedings. See other public consultations. Volume 5, Issue 88 | Archive | Next Issue: Monday, 11 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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