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FW: [Ext] 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open
by Julie Bisland Aug. 7, 2023

Aug. 7, 2023

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, August 7, 2023 at 10:00 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=9168c972-17d7-4568-b87a-fe6b35a0dde1&a=112202…] Monday, 07 August 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] 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 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN78 · Design and Translation Deadlines Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism ICANN78 23 AUGUST 2023 DESIGN DEADLINE: If you require design assistance for your publication, you need to provide all the text, images, layout, and publication type/size requirements (i.e. one-pager vs. trifold, etc.). You will receive a maximum of 2 iterations of the publication. Please provide everything to Andrea Glandon [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> by 23 AUGUST. Please keep in mind that all materials, new or updated, need to be evergreen. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> 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 Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN79 Community Forum is taking place 2–7 March 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The application deadline is 18 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC. If ICANN79 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Official Announcement [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> | Fellowship Program Flyer [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Transition Program 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 Transition Program 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 The Policy Transition Program expression of interest is now open here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…>. You can also find this information on the Policy Transition Program wiki page [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…>. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Public Comment GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…>. Volume 5, Issue 57 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 10 August 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001C4okPWBr8hHt-Rmy…>

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REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 14 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 24 August at 13:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Aug. 7, 2023

Aug. 7, 2023

Dear all, Reports, motions and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 14 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 24 August at 13:00 UTC. Motions should be sent to the Council mailing list by a councilor and will then be posted on the Wiki at: https://community.icann.org/x/voBXDg Thank you. Terri

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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Noel
by GNSO Council via ICANN Aug. 5, 2023

Aug. 5, 2023

Full Name of Officer: Diego Noel Atzin Aguillón Officer Email Address: noelav240421(a)gmail.com Date Prepared: 4 August 2023 GNSO Organization: Registrars Stakeholder Group Officer Position or Title: Propietario Name of Absent Councilor: Noel Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: Me robaron mis cuentas y cambiaron el software Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: Software Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 5 August 2023 I affirm that a voting position has been established on the matter(s) at issue pursuant to provisions contained in our Charter or Bylaws. Yes Our GNSO Councilor has been instructed on how to vote on the matter(s). Yes Full Name of GNSO Councilor Serving as Voting Proxy: Diego Noel Atzin Aguillón By submitting my personal data, I agree that my personal data will be processed in accordance with the ICANN Privacy Policy [1], and agree to abide by the website Terms of Service [2]. I Agree [1] https://www.icann.org/privacy/policy [2] https://www.icann.org/privacy/tos

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Re: [council] [Ext] Re: Message from Tripti Sinha to Former CCWG-AP Members
by Anne ICANN Aug. 5, 2023

Aug. 5, 2023

Thanks Xavier. As I am a CSG appointed delegate in this matter, I cannot provide a substantive response to your explanation. Based on the feedback received thus far on the CSG mailing list and the GNSO Council list, it appears the timing of this proposed Board Resolution (TODAY?) is quite concerning given that it modifies a Recommendation contained in the CCWG Final Report without adequate prior consultation with the ICANN community. Significant concerns have been raised by some, not only about procedure, but also about the substantive effectiveness of the chosen path. No one is more interested than I in seeing the ICANN Grant Program move forward. I'm sure CSG members feel similarly. Nonetheless, legitimate concerns have been raised about the timing and the methods chosen for modifying a CCWG Recommendation. The actual Resolution language and the timing of the action were not sent in the previous notification. Accordingly, it would seem appropriate to defer any final action on the proposed Resolution to allow for further discussion. Please include this comment on the list you are now establishing and I do give consent for the posting of this and prior comments communicated. ( I have already authorized Giovanni to add me to that list.) Thank you, Anne Anne Aikman-Scalese GNSO Councilor NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com On Thu, Jul 27, 2023 at 8:04 AM Xavier Calvez <xavier.calvez(a)icann.org> wrote: > Dear Anne, > > Thank you for your response to Tripti regarding the Board’s anticipated > action on the use of ICANN Accountability Mechanisms in the ICANN Grant > Program. This message is in response to the email you sent last week > (below). I know that Tripti and Maarten are in receipt of your email from > yesterday and will share its content with the Board. > > You raised several points, and I wanted to confirm that the org’s Grant > Program Core Team and Steering Committee, as well as the Board, have been > carefully considering these items. > > While the Board has not taken its decision yet, I want to confirm to you > that the org and the Board carefully considered and discussed the impact of > the original recommendation on both applicants and third parties. As the > org team considered the impact of seeking a fundamental Bylaws change that > altered the scope of ICANN’s Independent Review Process and the > Reconsideration Request Process while making sure that those changes were > as narrowly tailored to the CCWG-AP’s recommendations as possible, > significant concerns were uncovered. While the amendments would equally > impact applicant and third-party access to accountability mechanisms, the > contemplated amendments would actually be quite narrow in impact and could > create significant loopholes for the use accountability mechanisms by > either applicants or third parties to still challenge actions within the > Grant Program. The Board’s revised action was reached after evaluating > other ways to achieve as much of the CCWG-AP’s intended goal as possible, > while also upholding ICANN’s core commitments to accountability and to > having its accountability mechanisms remain available. The Board’s > resolution and supporting rationale (if adopted) will provide additional > detail. > > As to your notes regarding the limited review opportunities that org is > considering within the Grant Program, to the extent such opportunities will > be built into the Program, they are currently contemplated to be only for > use by the impacted grant applicant, and not for third parties, and will be > limited to procedural items that could arise along the path of evaluation > of the applicant and application. They are contemplated to be lightweight > mechanisms in line with global grant program best practices, and not > appeals of issues such as grant amount, as you also caution against. > > On a procedural note, I want to confirm that the email you received was > sent to all former CCWG-AP members. For transparency, we will be moving > these communications back onto a publicly archived mailing list, and we > think that the issues raised in your email (and our response) are important > parts of continuing the dialogue for the benefit of the community. Please > indicate if you are willing to be subscribed to the new publicly archived > mailing list, and if you agree to us posting your comment and our response > within that list. > > Thank you for your interest on this important program, and your time and > efforts offered to the ICANN community to make this program successful. > > Thank you. > > > > > > Thank you. > > > > Best, > > > > Xavier > > > > > > 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 > > > > > > > > *From: *Anne ICANN <anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com> > *Date: *Thursday, July 20, 2023 at 12:34 PM > *To: *Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org> > *Cc: *Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Maarten Botterman < > maarten.botterman(a)board.icann.org>, Xavier Calvez <xavier.calvez(a)icann.org>, > Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> > *Subject: *[Ext] Re: Message from Tripti Sinha to Former CCWG-AP Members > > > > Many thanks, Tripti. > > > As the former CSG Voting Member to the CCWG Auction Proceeds, I plan to > forward this information to CSG members. My personal comment in advance > of CSG input would be to note that any new procedural review mechanism > adopted by the Board should be "lightweight" and fast. Further, it > probably should not be available to challenge the specific amount of any > grant, but only for the purpose of a procedural review of a denial of a > grant. Nor would it be advisable for anyone to be able to challenge any > grant made to another party. The Independent panel mechanism should be > sufficient to ensure fairness. (In this regard, it may be advisable to put > the proposed limited procedural review mechanism out for public comment. ) > > > > Is the Board comfortable that third parties who have not applied for a > grant (and thus have not entered into the contractual restriction) would > not have grounds to challenge a grant made to someone else by availing > themselves of the existing Accountability Mechanisms? ( I think this may > be the reason that the CCWG settled on recommending a ByLaws amendment.) > > > > As to whether the CCWG should be reconvened for the purpose of designing > this procedural review, I'll seek input from the CSG on that question but > am not expecting any strong opinions there. > > > > Thank you, > > Anne > > > > Thank you! > > Anne > > Anne Aikman-Scalese > > GNSO Councilor > > NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 > > anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com > > > > > > On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 6:24 AM Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org> > wrote: > > *Sending on behalf of ICANN Board Chair, Tripti Sinha…* > > > > > > Dear Former CCWG-AP Members, (in bcc) > > > > In follow up to the update email from Xavier Calvez, I am writing to you > as Chair of the ICANN Board to update you on the Board’s discussions at its > workshop during ICANN77. During this workshop, the ICANN Board discussed > with ICANN org how to best implement Recommendation #7 of the Final > Report. > > > > As a reminder, part of Recommendation #7 stated that ICANN’s existing > accountability mechanisms – the Independent Review Process (IRP) or the > Reconsideration Process – could not be used to challenge decisions made by > the Independent Applications Assessment Panel on individual applications > within the Grant Program. To allow this would add unnecessary complexity to > the program. Additionally, the total available funding for the program > could also be depleted by the cost of such challenges. The CCWG-AP (and the > Board as well, as indicated in our June 2022 action on the CCWG-AP’s Final > Report) assumed that the best way to restrict the use of ICANN’s > accountability mechanisms in this way would be to amend the ICANN Bylaws to > create a “carve-out.” This would therefore require a Fundamental Bylaws > Amendment. > > > > After exploring this issue more in-depth, I am happy to share with you > that the Board and ICANN org identified a path that both upholds the > CCWG-AP’s recommendation that individual application decisions should not > be challenged through ICANN’s accountability mechanisms, while also keeping > ICANN’s accountability mechanisms unchanged within the Bylaws. The Board is > planning to take action on this later this month; however, I wanted to > provide you with a preview. The Board will direct ICANN org to use the > contractual terms and conditions required to apply for the Grant Program to > obtain applicant agreement that they cannot use ICANN’s accountability > mechanisms to challenge any individual decision taken on their application > within the ICANN Grant Program. This remains in line with the CCWG-AP’s > recommendation regarding the accountability mechanisms as well as the > intention to lower complexity and protect the total amount of proceeds > available for applicants. > > > > When the CCWG-AP made Recommendation #7, it also provided guidance that > providing limited opportunity for review of decisions within the Grant > Program might also introduce complexity, and encouraged ICANN to not make > such opportunities available. However, when considering the inability for > applicants to use ICANN’s accountability mechanisms for individual > decisions, the ICANN Board will also ask ICANN org to explore whether there > are appropriate interim opportunities within the evaluation process for > applicants to ask for a limited procedural review. The Board hopes this > will enhance ICANN’s accountability to applicants, while following best > practices within grant making programs. > > We are happy to have identified a path forward that preserves the > CCWG-AP’s recommendation and enhances accountability to applicants and the > wider Internet community. The Bylaws are important to us, and we are > confident that we can keep up ICANN’s accountability, as set up, while at > the same time limiting the ability to challenge for individual selection > decisions. > > > > The Board is following ICANN org’s implementation closely and looks > forward to seeing this program launch next year. Thank you again for your > time and efforts that went into envisioning this exciting program. The > establishment of the ICANN Grant Program is a testament to your commitment > to the work of the CCWG-AP and is an excellent representation of the > multistakeholder model in action. > > > > Kind Regards, > > > > Tripti Sinha > > Chair, ICANN Board of Directors > > > >

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Posthumous nomination of Pam Little for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award
by John McElwaine Aug. 4, 2023

Aug. 4, 2023

Dear Councilors, GNSO Council leadership received an email from the RrSG ExCom letting us know that they are working on a posthumous nomination of Pam Little for the Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building<https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-opens-nomination-perio…>, which they believe she is very deserving, particularly given the work she did for the APAC region. Nominations close on 4 August 2023, but RrSG have graciously offered the GNSO council to be a joint nominator. They expect to have a draft ready early in this week that we could share for input/review. Please let us know if the GNSO Council supports these efforts. If you want to mention any specific examples from Pam's time on the GNSO Council with respect to the following, those comments would also be welcome: 1) Significant contributions to national, regional, or global capacity-development programs related to ICANN's mission 2) Developing capacity-building programs that positively influenced the multistakeholder model and diversified participation at ICANN Kind regards, John Confidentiality Notice This message is intended exclusively for the individual or entity to which it is addressed. This communication may contain information that is proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. If you are not the named addressee, you are not authorized to read, print, retain, copy or disseminate this message or any part of it. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately either by phone (800-237-2000) or reply to this e-mail and delete all copies of this message.

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Congratulations Desiree and Paul
by Sebastien＠registry.godaddy Aug. 3, 2023

Aug. 3, 2023

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icanns-2023-nominating-commi… Dear Desiree and Paul, Congratulations on your reconduction as our NomCom Appointees. It has certainly been a pleasure working with you this term and I wish you the best for another term under new leadership. Kindly, Sebastien Ducos GoDaddy Registry | Senior Client Services Manager [signature_2865941799] +33612284445 France & Australia sebastien(a)registry.godaddy<mailto:sebastien@registry.godaddy>

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Re: [council] BC input on outreach related to art28 NIS2
by Mark W. Datysgeld Aug. 3, 2023

Aug. 3, 2023

The BC had the opportunity to review the discussion carried out on this subject, and is favorable to the notion of this being a suggestion for Board/org. engagement. We would like to suggest the previously sent document (attached here for ease of reference) as material to be discussed during the next meeting of this group, to orient the substantive portion of whatever comment, if any, ends up being sent. Best, --- Mark W. Datysgeld Director at Governance Primer ICANN GNSO Councilor ________________________________ From: mark(a)governanceprimer.com Sent: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 17:24 To: Paul McGrady; council(a)gnso.icann.org Subject: Re: [council] BC input on outreach related to art28 NIS2 > Thank you for the update, Paul. The constituency has a meeting soon and I will bring their additional feedback based on the call. > --- > Mark W. Datysgeld > Director at Governance Primer > ICANN GNSO Councilor > ________________________________ > From: Paul McGrady <paul(a)elstermcgrady.com> > Sent: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 17:22 > To: Mark Datysgeld; council(a)gnso.icann.org > Subject: RE: [council] BC input on outreach related to art28 NIS2 > >> Hi Mark. >> >> I encourage you to listen to the recording of the meeting of the small group which just occurred. I think many of your concerns have been overtaken by events and the list of worries you lay out will be smaller (but not eliminated entirely). >> >> Best, >> Paul >> >> >> >> From: council <council-bounces(a)gnso.icann.org> On Behalf Of Mark Datysgeld via council >> Sent: Wednesday, August 2, 2023 3:03 PM >> To: council(a)gnso.icann.org >> Subject: [council] BC input on outreach related to art28 NIS2 >> >> >> Council colleagues, >> >> Please find below the Business Constituency's feedback on outreach related to art28 NIS2, as well as a relevant attachment. >> >> Input follows: >> >> The BC registers its objection to the direction the council is taking with regard to governmental outreach. It is clear that the management of these relationships is the remit of the GAC, not the GNSO. The council is not a governmental lobbying organization and should not behave as such. >> >> Discussions with governments are the remit of the GAC – not the GNSO Council. The GNSO’s role is to propose new polices, leaving government engagement to the GAC. Under ICANN bylaws, the GNSO’s role definition is to be “responsible for developing and recommending to the Board substantive policies relating to generic top-level domains.” That of the GAC is “activities of ICANN as they relate to concerns of governments, particularly matters where there may be an interaction between ICANN’s policies and various law and international agreements or where they may affect public policy issues.” Let’s be clear about that intentional separation. What is proposed for the Council to undertake has little to do with “recommending to the Board policies relating to generic top-level domains.” >> >> The BC has been calling for WHOIS policy to be updated in response to NIS2 (see attached chart – so far, the Council has not acted). It is therefore premature to reply to Europe to assure EU authorities that “all is well” until that work has been completed. Note further that the Council has not developed – or even begun to develop – updated standards related to NIS2’s verification and accuracy requirements. Indeed, the Council elected to delay any work in these areas until the conclusion of the accuracy scoping work (which left off with a yet-to-be-employed survey of registrars before work was suspended indefinitely). >> >> Should council representatives disagree with ICANN bylaws and elect to forge ahead, and due to the focus here being multistakeholder processes and roles, we respectfully suggest that any outreach be done only with full feedback and approval from each constituency or stakeholder group represented through the GNSO. This would ensure that there is full buy-in and true reflection of constituency or stakeholder group positions with any representation of unanimity in a communication from the Council. The BC will strongly object to representations otherwise by a Council letter or outreach that doesn’t fully include such feedback from each constituency or stakeholder group represented within the GNSO. >> >> This is an important matter, both procedurally and as represented by the potential content of a council communication. The BC's Councilors are happy to work with colleagues to arrive at a procedure that meets the needs of all groups making up the GNSO. >> >> -- >> Mark W. Datysgeld [markwd.website] >> Director at Governance Primer [governanceprimer.com] >> ICANN GNSO Councilor >> This email originated from outside the firm. Please use caution.

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FYI: FW: [Ext] 🥳 ICANN Board Accepts Next Round Implementation Plan from ICANN Org 🥳
by Terri Agnew Aug. 3, 2023

Aug. 3, 2023

FYI [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a9d457e5-70ae-40ba-9121-406c87d6413e&a=112202…] Thursday, 03 August 2023 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] 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 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN78 · Design and Translation Deadlines Information Sharing · 🥳 ICANN Board Accepts Next Round Implementation Plan from ICANN Org 🥳 · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 27 July 2023 · NEW: APAC DNS Forum 2023 Highlights Importance of DNS for Digital Economy · NEW ICANN Learn Course About the Root Server System · NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism Policy Proposal · NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on GGP Applicant Support Initial Report Action Items · LAST CALL 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest Public Comment · NEW: GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · NEW: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism ICANN78 23 AUGUST 2023 DESIGN DEADLINE: If you require design assistance for your publication, you need to provide all the text, images, layout, and publication type/size requirements (i.e. one-pager vs. trifold, etc.). You will receive a maximum of 2 iterations of the publication. Please provide everything to Andrea Glandon [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> by 23 AUGUST. Please keep in mind that all materials, new or updated, need to be evergreen. 13 SEPTEMBER 2023 TRANSLATION DEADLINE: If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) to Andrea Glandon<mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org> 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 Information Sharing 🥳 ICANN Board Accepts Next Round Implementation Plan from ICANN Org 🥳 This is a significant step in the preparation for the New gTLD Program: Next Round, as directed in the Board resolution [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> approved at the ICANN76 Community Forum in Cancún, Mexico, in March 2023. Read more [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 27 July 2023 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 27 July 2023 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. NEW: APAC DNS Forum 2023 Highlights Importance of DNS for Digital Economy We're pleased that we've achieved our key objective: bringing the regional community together to network and discuss key issues related to the DNS, such as digital transformation, cybersecurity, and the latest technological developments. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> NEW: ICANN Learn Course About the Root Server System This course explains root servers and their role in the Domain Name System resolution process. It also explores common misconceptions about the RSS and the difference between root server instances and identifiers. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism Policy Proposal This is in regard to the final policy recommendations of the Country Code Names Supporting Organization's policy development process on the introduction of a review mechanism for specific decisions pertaining to the delegation, transfer, revocation, and retirement of country code top-level domains. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on GGP Applicant Support Initial Report This report is the output of the efforts of the GGP Team to provide guidance recommendations relating to the identification and prioritization of Applicant Support Program metrics, including indicators of success, as well as those relating to financing the program when qualified applicants exceed allocated funds. Read more [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> Action Items LAST CALL 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Opens Nomination Period for Dr. Tarek Kamel Award for Capacity Building The ICANN Board will evaluate a shortlist of candidates. Please submit nominations via this nomination form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> by 4 August 2023 23:59 UTC. Any additional information in support of nominations or questions about the award process may be submitted via email to kamelaward(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN79 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN79 Community Forum is taking place 2–7 March 2024 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The application deadline is 18 August 2023 at 23:59 UTC. If ICANN79 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Official Announcement [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> | Fellowship Program Flyer [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Policy Transition Program on gTLD Registration Data Launches Expression of Interest The ICANN Policy Transition Program 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 Transition Program 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 The Policy Transition Program expression of interest is now open here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. You can also find this information on the Policy Transition Program wiki page [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. The submission deadline is 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023. Public Comment NEW: GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 NEW: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001S7a9SlfL3-xNPC20…>. 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FW: Status of Data Processing Agreement (DPA) negotiations
by Terri Agnew Aug. 3, 2023

Aug. 3, 2023

Hello all, We just sent the Status of Data Processing Agreement (DPA) negotiations letter to Ashley Heineman, Chair, Registrar Stakeholder Group, Samantha Demetriou, Chair, Registry Stakeholder Group, and Theresa Swinehart, Senior Vice President of Global Domains and Strategy, ICANN org. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri From: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023 at 7:06 AM To: Ashley Heineman <aheineman(a)godaddy.com>, "Demetriou, Samantha" <sdemetriou(a)verisign.com>, "chair(a)rysg.info" <chair(a)rysg.info>, Theresa Swinehart <theresa.swinehart(a)icann.org> Cc: Board Ops Team <board-ops-team(a)icann.org>, Sue Schuler <secretariat(a)rysg.info>, Zoe Bonython <secretariat(a)icannregistrars.org>, "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Subject: Re: Status of Data Processing Agreement (DPA) negotiations Dear Ashley, Samantha, and Theresa, Please find attached a letter from Sebastien Ducos, GNSO Chair on the Status of Data Processing Agreement (DPA) negotiations. This has been posted to the GNSO Correspondence page<https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/correspondence/2023>. Thank you. With kind regards, Terri --- Terri Agnew Policy Team Supporting the GNSO Policy Operations Specialist (GNSO) Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Skype ID: terri.agnew.icann Find out more about the GNSO by visiting: https://learn.icann.org/<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__learn.icann.org_&d=DwM…> Follow @GNSO on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ICANN_GNSO<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANN-5FGN…> Transcripts and recordings of GNSO Working Group and Council events are located on the GNSO Master Calendar <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__gnso.icann.org_en_grou…>

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Draft minutes of the Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting 20 July 2023
by Devan Reed Aug. 2, 2023

Aug. 2, 2023

Dear Councilors, Attached, please find the draft minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting held on 20 July 2023. If there are no comments, these minutes will be published on the website as approved, according to the GNSO Rules of Procedure <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__gnso.icann.org_en_coun…> section 3.5 "If no objections are received within 10 days, the minutes will be deemed to have been approved for posting" on 06 August 2023 Thank you. Kind Regards, Devan

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