Dear All After reviewing the available materials, here are the highlights of the new ICANN Fellowship Program: 1. The program's goal is to strengthen the diversity of the multi-stakeholder model by creating a broader base of knowledgeable constituents from underserved and underrepresented communities around the world. 2. *Fellowship program process <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-fellowship-program-process-27aug18-en.pdf>* : 1. *New Program Process* 1. Outreach & Recruitment: SO/ACs define targets for skills/diversity 2. Application: ICANN Learn certification of completion requiered. 3. Selection: Committee of SO/AC appointees define and revise committee and applicant criteria. 3 fellowship limit. Diversity prioritized. 4. Pre-meeting preparation: Mentors paired with fellows. ICANN Learn courses for first-time and returning fellows. 5. On-Site Responsibilities: Fellows attend sessions identified by mentor. Fellows engage and network. 6. Post-meeting requirements: Fellows submit a report on activities and future plans. Mentors and SO/AC work to involve fellows in policy activities. 2. *SOs/ACs tasks*: 1. Define target for diversity skills (every 2 years) 2. Nominate Selection Committee (every 2 years) 3. Nominate Fellowship Mentors (annually) 3. *Selection Committee tasks*: 1. Review Selection Criteria (annually) 2. Select Candidates 3. *New Program Numbers*: Future fellowship cohorts will consist of 45 participants per ICANN meeting, a 25% reduction from years past. Of the 45 slots, seven (7) will go to Fellowship Mentors. We will uphold and enforce the rule which states an individual can only serve as a fellow a total of three instances. 1. From the remaining 38 slots, some can be granted to ICANN Fellowship Coaches <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/fellowship-coaching-2018-03-02-en> 4. *New Program Metrics:* Diversity metrics will follow the categories of diversity suggested by the WS2 diversity subgroup <https://community.icann.org/display/WEIA/Diversity>. 1. # application by region & fellows selected by region 2. # application by sector & fellows selected by sector 3. # pen holders on policy reports & documents 4. # mailing list contributions 5. # public comment contributions 6. # leadership positions 7. # regional events attended 8. # regional events organized In summary, the ccNSO council has the following tasks/responsibilities: 1. Define target for *diversity* *skills* (every 2 years) 1. Here is a suggestion, based on the ccNSO on-boarding document draft *[1*]: 1. Is fluent in written and spoken English. 2. Has a relationship with a ccTLD. 3. Shows a genuine interest to get involved in the work of the ccNSO. 4. Has the time/bandwidth to perform the duties of the fellowship program. 2. Nominate Selection Committee <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/committee-2012-02-25-en> Member (every 2 years) 1. Members of the Selection Committee shall serve for a total of two years (6 application rounds) 2. Selection Committee members are expected to devote a significant amount of time to the Fellowship Program; if a member chooses to resign, the relevant SO/AC will nominate a replacement for the remainder of the tenure 3. When the Selection Committee changes (every two years), former Selection Committee members are encouraged to share their experiences and insights with the new Section Committee members 4. Selection Committee members will be supported by ICANN staff as needed, via conference calls and email 5. Selection Committee members may not serve as Fellowship Program mentors 3. Nominate a Fellowship Mentor (annually) 1. Here is a suggestion for eligibility, based on the ccNSO on-boarding document draft *[1]*: 1. Is fluent in written and spoken English. 2. Possesses good understanding of ICANN and specifically the ccNSO, their mission and model. 3. Contributes actively in the ccNSO community. 4. Has the willingness to share knowledge and experience in the ccNSO environment 5. Has the time/bandwidth to perform the duties of the fellowship program. *[1]* This draft will be shared at the next Council Call. Best regards, Alejandra _____________________ *Available Resources*A number of resources are available to help provide clarity about the process and ensure all of the input has been reviewed and addressed accordingly. These include: · Staff Report of Public Comment Proceeding <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/report-comments-fellowship-propo...> · Community Input Status Report Matrix <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-fellowship-review-communit...> · Flowchart of the New Program Approach <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-fellowship-program-process...> · Slide Deck Outlining Key Changes <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/fellowship-review-27aug18-en.pdf> A blog that provides additional details can be found here <https://www.icann.org/news/blog/changes-to-the-icann-fellowship-program>. -- [image: Photograph] *Alejandra Reynoso*Investigación & Desarrollo | Dominios .gt *P:* +502 23688565 *E:* alejandra.reynoso@cctld.gt 18 Ave. 11 <https://maps.google.com/?q=18+Ave.+11&entry=gmail&source=g>-42 Zona 15, V.H. III. Guatemala, Guatemala www.gt