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Nigel Hickson - Condolences
by Alejandra Reynoso Barral April 8, 2025

April 8, 2025

Dear Nico The ccNSO Council wishes to express their condolences to Nigel's colleagues (note attached). Our thoughts are with you, Nigel's family and colleagues. 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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Call for volunteers to draft submission Public comment Initial report second IANA Function Review Team
by Bart Boswinkel April 4, 2025

April 4, 2025

Dear all, The 2nd IFRT has recently published its Initial report for public comment ( https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment/proceeding/second-iana-naming-funct…) The public comment period closes on 28 April. In. order to meet the deadline the following steps are proposed: 1. 2-3 volunteers from Council 7 April 2. Initial draft ready 15 April 2025 3. Council support 24 April 4. Submission 28 April 2025 If you are interested, please reply to the list by Monday 7 April 2025 Kind regards Bart

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Reminder: DASC Webinar Thursday, 03 April 2025 at 14:00 UTC and call for volunteers
by Joke Braeken April 3, 2025

April 3, 2025

Hello All, A reminder about the DASC call for volunteers and today’s webinar. Learn more here: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-31mar25-en.htm Interested in joining the DASC or learning more about its work? Join a webinar with DASC Chair Nick Wenban-Smith to discuss membership, required skills, key topics, and working methods. Thursday, 03 April 2025 at 14:00 UTC Register here: Zoom Registration<https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/CMMRrmOGRqy1kKbRH4GxJQ> After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details on joining. The webinar recording will be available here: https://community.icann.org/x/HBwFBQ Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Call for Presentation Proposals: ccTLD News Session - ICANN83 | 9-12 June 2025 in Prague, CZ
by Joke Braeken April 3, 2025

April 3, 2025

Call for Presentation Proposals: ccTLD News Session - ICANN83 9-12 June 2025 | Prague, CZ The ccNSO Meetings Programme Committee (MPC) invites proposals for the ccTLD News Session at the ICANN83 Policy Forum. This session provides a platform for sharing updates, insights, and discussions on country code top-level domains (ccTLDs). Both in-person and virtual participation will be available, with simultaneous interpretation in English, French, and Spanish. Presentation Topics (including but not limited to): * Case studies on ccTLD initiatives * Collaboration & partnerships within the ccTLD community * Recent updates and developments in ccTLD operations * Policy & legislative impacts on ccTLDs * Best practices in registry management, marketing, and engagement Submission Guidelines: * Provide a title, abstract (a few sentences), presenter name, ccTLD affiliation, and contact details. * Submit by Friday, 2 May 2025 (23:59 UTC) via this submission link: https://forms.gle/FFVj9pqckmXkgTtR6 Selection & Notifications: * Proposals will be reviewed by the MPC, considering diversity and limited slots. * Applicants will be notified by 9 May 2025. * Selected presenters will receive a briefing and be invited to pre-session (13-15 May) and rehearsal (20-22 May) meetings. Why Present? * Showcase expertise and leadership in the ccTLD community * Engage with industry peers and stakeholders * Contribute to best practices and knowledge-sharing * Gain visibility for your ccTLD or initiative For inquiries, contact joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> The MPC looks forward to your proposals and an engaging session! Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Proposed minutes Council Meeting 215 (March 2025)
by Joke Braeken April 2, 2025

April 2, 2025

Dear Councillors, Please find enclosed the proposed minutes for Council meeting 215, held on Thursday 13 March at ICANN82. If you have any comments or concerns, please raise them on the Council mailing list. Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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ccNSO Council Special meeting: How We Meet (Wed, 9 April 2025 at 19:00 UTC)
by ccNSO Calendar April 2, 2025

April 2, 2025

Topic: ccNSO Council Special meeting: How We Meet (Wed, 9 April 2025 at 19:00 UTC) Time: Apr 9, 2025 19:00 Universal Time UTC Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/93430646545?pwd=VSABM9akGzPZ1xqXEYos7elc0GQDG9.1 Meeting ID: 934 3064 6545 Passcode: %yfRb1s1KE Passcode: 8517118219 (phone only) Find your local number: https://icann.zoom.us/u/aeB41LizZM = = = The request for public comments on the ICANN org “How We Meet” initial report is expected to be published at or around 7 April. See https://www.icann.org/en/public-comment

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REMINDER | call for nominations for one (1) ccNSO Council member from the European region
by Joke Braeken April 1, 2025

April 1, 2025

Dear ccNSO Members from the European Region, This is a reminder about the ongoing call for nominations for one (1) ccNSO Council member from the European region. To fill the vacancy on the ccNSO Council for the European region, the ccNSO last week opened a call for nominations. The nomination and secondment period will close on Tuesday, 15 April 2025, at 23:59 UTC. This new nomination process is initiated because the Councillor-elect from the European region, chosen during the 2025 ccNSO Council nomination process, resigned in February 2025. Read more: https://ccnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-25mar25-en.htm Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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Call for Volunteers: The ccNSO DNS Abuse Standing Committee (DASC) Welcomes additional members
by Claudia Ruiz March 31, 2025

March 31, 2025

Dear all, The ccNSO welcomes additional volunteers for the ccNSO DNS Abuse Standing Committee (DASC). The call for volunteers will close Friday, 11 April 2025 (23:59 UTC). Potential DASC members and those want to learn more about the work of the DASC are kindly invited to a 1-hour webinar, hosted by DASC Chair Nick Wenban-Smith. The webinar will be held on Thursday, 03 April 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 DASC Webinar The webinar will be held on Thursday, 03 April 2025 at 14:00 UTC Register in advance for this meeting: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/CMMRrmOGRqy1kKbRH4GxJQ 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 a DASC 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/dasc.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 DASC, please submit your application by Friday, 11 April 2025 (23:59 UTC). To apply, complete the form here<https://forms.gle/hvQD8xPPWW1b3ZnK8>. 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<https://account.icann.org/help>, 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<https://account.icann.org/login> 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<https://account.icann.org/> 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<https://forms.gle/79Jw4wSnNhn5W4Z46>. Next Steps Members shall be appointed by the ccNSO Council after closure of the call for volunteers. If you have questions, please contact us at ccnsosecretariat(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnsosecretariat@icann.org> LINKS Find the DASC charter and further information here<https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/dasc.htm>. Best regards, Claudia

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proposed meeting minutes ccNSO Council meeting 214 (Feb 2025)
by Joke Braeken March 31, 2025

March 31, 2025

Dear all, Please find enclosed the proposed meeting minutes from the February ccNSO Council meeting. Do you have comments or suggestions? Please send them to the council mailing list. Thank you. Best regards, Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org>

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away in April
by Jordan Carter March 27, 2025

March 27, 2025

Dear fellow Councillors Just wanted to let you know I am taking a month off for some snow and sightseeing advenutres in April. I will join our Council call in April, but won’t be doing other ICANN related work, and I won’t have access to my auDA email again until 28 April. If for some reason you do need to contact me, the secretariat has my personal details 😊 Cheers Jordan

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