September 2023 - council - lists.icann.org

Reminder: Input welcome on GNSO Council agenda for 2023 meetings
by Terri Agnew Sept. 29, 2023

Sept. 29, 2023

Dear councilors, A reminder to all that a Google doc<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> is open for all to add their suggestions and comments to the upcoming GNSO Council meeting agendas. This does not have to be in the form of a full agenda item proposal, simple comments and questions are equally welcome! You are welcome to add to the document<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> via the comments feature. Thank you! Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Document and Motion deadline | Sunday, 15 October 2023 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 25 October at 11:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 29, 2023

Sept. 29, 2023

Dear all, Reports, motions and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Sunday, 15 Otober 2023 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Wednedsay, 25 October at 11:00 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/uIXxDg Thank you. Terri

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Revised ALAC-GAC-GNSO Chair's Joint Letter
by John McElwaine Sept. 29, 2023

Sept. 29, 2023

Dear Councilors, Sebastien, Nico Caballero and Jonathan Zuck had a call last week to discuss the joint ALAC-GAC-GNSO Chairs' letter to the Board regarding the Facilitated Dialogue. Both the ALAC and GAC wanted to state that the status quo should be requested in the second bullet point. That said, the ALAC and GAC understood that the GNSO chair needs to remain neutral on this topic. We have attached a version of the letter reflecting this in the footnote. Keep in mind that this is a joint letter and primarily meant to communicate that work on the Facilitate Dialogue has reached an end but should not in any way delay the next round of new gTLDs. As this letter has been with Council for some time, we would ask that we have your comments, if any, by Thursday (9/28) at 20:00 UTC. Thanks, John [http://www.nelsonmullins.com/img/ecard-logo.png] JOHN C. MCELWAINE PARTNER john.mcelwaine(a)nelsonmullins.com<mailto:john.mcelwaine@nelsonmullins.com> LIBERTY CENTER | SUITE 600 151 MEETING STREET | CHARLESTON, SC 29401 T 843.534.4302 F 843.722.8700 101 CONSTITUTION AVENUE, NW | SUITE 900 WASHINGTON, D.C., 20001 T 202.689.2939 F 202.689.2860 NELSONMULLINS.COM<http://www.nelsonmullins.com> VCARD<http://www.nelsonmullins.com/people/john-mcelwaine/vcard> VIEW BIO<http://www.nelsonmullins.com/people/john-mcelwaine> 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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CCWG-AP Letter to Org
by John McElwaine Sept. 29, 2023

Sept. 29, 2023

Dear Councilors, As you will recall from my agenda item at September's Council Meeting, on 17 July 2023, Xavier Calvez sent a written update<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2023-August/027220.html> on the progress of ICANN org's implementation of the Cross Community Working Group's - Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP) Final Report. Specifically, the letter let us know of the Board's intention to direct ICANN org to change the implementation path of the CCWG-AP's Recommendation 7, which was focused on limiting the use of ICANN's accountability mechanisms to challenge individual application decisions made by the independent assessment panel. The CCWG-AP recommended that this limitation should be achieved through changing the ICANN Bylaws on the Reconsideration Request and Independent Review Processes to specify a carve out. Instead of touching ICANN's core accountability mechanisms in the Bylaws, the ICANN Board intends to now direct ICANN org to achieve this recommendation through the applicant terms and conditions that grant applicants will agree to when submitting their grant application. Because the Board is looking to direct ICANN org to implement the CCWG-AP's recommendation to limit access to ICANN's accountability mechanisms in a different manner than the CCWG-AP contemplated, the Board agreed it was important to give advance notice to those CCWG representatives who formed Recommendation 7 and at the same time wanted to provide transparency to the chartering organizations approved the CCWG-AP Final Report and its recommendations. The specific ask was to let ICANN Org know if the GNSO Council was comfortable in having ICANN Org engage with the former CCWG-AP members in this conversation or whether it should be held differently. There was a good discussion on this topic and on the Board's decision to change implementation of Recommendation 7, which we have summarized in the attached letter. If you have any comments or revisions, please provide them in a reply to this email. Kind regards, John [http://www.nelsonmullins.com/img/ecard-logo.png] JOHN C. MCELWAINE PARTNER john.mcelwaine(a)nelsonmullins.com<mailto:john.mcelwaine@nelsonmullins.com> LIBERTY CENTER | SUITE 600 151 MEETING STREET | CHARLESTON, SC 29401 T 843.534.4302 F 843.722.8700 101 CONSTITUTION AVENUE, NW | SUITE 900 WASHINGTON, D.C., 20001 T 202.689.2939 F 202.689.2860 NELSONMULLINS.COM<http://www.nelsonmullins.com> VCARD<http://www.nelsonmullins.com/people/john-mcelwaine/vcard> VIEW BIO<http://www.nelsonmullins.com/people/john-mcelwaine> 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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Draft minutes of the Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting 21 September 2023
by Devan Reed Sept. 28, 2023

Sept. 28, 2023

Dear Councilors, Attached, please find the draft minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting held on 21 September 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 08 October 2023 Thank you. Kind Regards, Devan

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Interim President and CEO Shares Goals for Fiscal Year 2024
by Terri Agnew Sept. 28, 2023

Sept. 28, 2023

FYI [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a942ca9e-654e-41ca-a5e1-f5cfeb7db000&a=112202…] Thursday, 28 September 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=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> 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 · Prep Week Schedule Now Available! · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Interim President and CEO Shares Goals for Fiscal Year 2024 · NEW: Join Us in Shaping ICANN's FY26-30 Strategic Plan · NEW: Chair’s Blog: September Board Workshop Recap · NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference · NEW: FY23 Report Captures Current State of UA-Readiness in Technology · NEW: ICANN’s “Day of DNS Abuse Discussions” Draws More Than 125 Participants Webinars · TODAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations Public Comment · TODAY: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · NEW: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference · NEXT WEEK: Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 Prep Week Schedule Now Available! ICANN78 Prep Week will be held from Monday, 9 October, to Wednesday, 11 October. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Interim President and CEO Shares Goals for Fiscal Year 2024 This year, the goals are grouped thematically to focus on specific aspects of fulfilling ICANN's mission. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> NEW: Join Us in Shaping ICANN's FY26-30 Strategic Plan During this session, ICANN will conduct an environmental scan and identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats that will inform its strategic planning efforts. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> NEW: Chair’s Blog: September Board Workshop Recap Please find the highlights from the September 2023 Board Workshop here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…>. NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference The Third Accountability and Transparency Review Team recommended the development of a new Specific Review, the Holistic Review. The ICANN Board approved the review as a pilot, "pursuant to a community-agreed Terms of Reference." Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> NEW: FY23 Report Captures Current State of UA-Readiness in Technology The information provided in the report can help determine whether your systems are UA-ready and provide the current resources and training materials to address and fix UA-related issues. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> NEW: ICANN’s “Day of DNS Abuse Discussions” Draws More Than 125 Participants The event's goal was for participants to gain a solid understanding of the proposed obligations and new tools to give them the confidence to support the pending contractual amendments and better combat DNS abuse. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Webinars TODAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars ICANN will host two webinars to go over early access and answer any questions registrars might have. Webinar #2: Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more and find the links to register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Application Deadline: 13 October 2023 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for the 2024 Mentor Program. This appointment will serve for the ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81 meetings. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, 1 November 2023. The community-nominated mentor will be responsible for overseeing the mentor process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…>. Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify Deborah Escalera, deborah.escalera(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…>. Public Comment TODAY: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 NEW: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Open for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 November 2023 NEXT WEEK: Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001OChG5v_62nSkkEDl…>. 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FYI | FW: [gnso-chairs] PLEASE READ - ICANN78 Stakeholders/Board sessions | Due by Wednesday 11 October, 2023.
by Terri Agnew Sept. 27, 2023

Sept. 27, 2023

Hello all, FYI, see below and due by Wednesday 11 October, 2023. Please respond to the council list for staff to send in the questions. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri From: Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Vinciane Koenigsfeld via Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Vinciane Koenigsfeld <vinciane.koenigsfeld(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 1:25 AM To: "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>, "sebastien(a)registry.godaddy" <sebastien(a)registry.godaddy>, "dibiase(a)amazon.com" <dibiase(a)amazon.com>, "john.mcelwaine(a)nelsonmullins.com" <john.mcelwaine(a)nelsonmullins.com> Cc: Matthew Shears <matthew.shears(a)board.icann.org>, Michelle Bright <michelle.bright(a)icann.org>, "becky.burr(a)icann.org" <becky.burr(a)icann.org> Subject: [gnso-chairs] PLEASE READ - ICANN78 Stakeholders/Board sessions Sent on behalf of Tripti Sinha, Chair, ICANN Board of Directors Dear Generic Names Supporting Organization Council Leaders, *Please reply no later than Wednesday 11 October 2023* ICANN78 is right at our doorstep, and the Board and I couldn’t be happier about the opportunity to meet with all of you in Hamburg from October 21st to 26th. This upcoming meeting is not only a chance for us to come together and discuss our common interests, but it’s also a momentous occasion as we celebrate ICANN’s remarkable 25th Anniversary. We’re diligently preparing for the upcoming Annual General Meeting, and we are equally excited about the celebration that awaits. Rest assured, we will share more details with you soon. In the meantime, I want to remind you of the positive changes we initiated during our time in Cancún, which were favorably received: 1. Tailored questions designed to cater to the unique needs of each stakeholder group. 2. A blog that highlighted key takeaways from the ICANN Meeting. 3. Summaries of bilateral sessions included in the Policy Outcomes Report published after the ICANN meeting. In the next few months, we will be suggesting additional improvements that we hope will enhance our partnership’s performance and transparency, all with your satisfaction in mind. Meanwhile though, it is important that we continue listening to your specific needs and therefore here is the question we would like to ask your Group ahead of our joint session in Hamburg: * Looking forward over the next 3 - 5 years, what are the key strategic issues ICANN and the ICANN ecosystem should be addressing in the FY26-30 Strategic plan, and why? We look forward to hearing your thoughts on this soon. We would be grateful if you could send to Board Operations (board-ops-team(a)icann.org<mailto:board-ops-team@icann.org>) the questions you would like the Board to address during our face-to-face meetings. Given the finite time available for these meetings, please list your questions in order of priority. We would also appreciate getting your questions no later than Wednesday 11 October, 2023. Looking forward to engaging discussions and shared celebrations in Hamburg! Best regards, Tripti Sinha Chair, ICANN Board of Directors

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For your information: CPH Nominates Greg DiBiase for GNSO Chair
by Terri Agnew Sept. 26, 2023

Sept. 26, 2023

Dear all, Please find below the Contracted Party House nomination of Greg DiBiase as candidate to the GNSO Chair election. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ From: "Demetriou, Samantha" <sdemetriou(a)verisign.com<mailto:sdemetriou@verisign.com>> Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 1:53 PM To: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org<mailto:terri.agnew@icann.org>>, "aheineman(a)godaddy.com<mailto:aheineman@godaddy.com>" <aheineman(a)godaddy.com<mailto:aheineman@godaddy.com>>, "chair(a)rysg.info<mailto:chair@rysg.info>" <chair(a)rysg.info<mailto:chair@rysg.info>> Cc: "secretariat(a)rysg.info<mailto:secretariat@rysg.info>" <secretariat(a)rysg.info<mailto:secretariat@rysg.info>>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org>" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org>>, "secretariat(a)icannregistrars.org<mailto:secretariat@icannregistrars.org>" <secretariat(a)icannregistrars.org<mailto:secretariat@icannregistrars.org>> Subject: Re: Re: [Ext] RE: Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline Just confirming that the RySG supports Greg’s nomination. Thanks Terri! -- Samantha Demetriou Senior Director - Policy sdemetriou(a)verisign.com<mailto:sdemetriou@verisign.com> 571-455-0668 From: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 1:45 PM To: "council(a)gnso.icann.org" <council(a)gnso.icann.org> Cc: "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Subject: FW: [Ext] RE: Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline Dear all, Please find below the Contracted Party House nomination of Greg DiBiase as candidate to the GNSO Chair election. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO From: "aheineman(a)godaddy.com" <aheineman(a)godaddy.com> Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 1:27 PM To: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org>, "Demetriou, Samantha" <sdemetriou(a)verisign.com>, "chair(a)rysg.info" <chair(a)rysg.info> Cc: Sue Schuler <secretariat(a)rysg.info>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org>, Zoe Bonython <secretariat(a)icannregistrars.org> Subject: [Ext] RE: Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline Hi Terri. Assuming I understand the “assignment” correctly, the RrSG nominates Greg DiBiase for Council Chair.

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ICANN78 prep week schedule is now published / How to Create your Prep Week Schedule
by Julie Bisland Sept. 26, 2023

Sept. 26, 2023

Dear all, The ICANN78 prep week schedule is now published! Please take a moment to read the information below to help create your prep week schedule and add sessions to your calendar. For the prep week schedule, go here: https://icann78.sched.com/ [icann78.sched.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann78.sched.com/__;!!PtGJab4!5PS-FK-94…> * Click Sign up or Log in and enter your information (email address and create password) * Once you “Join Event”, the schedule shows up with blank circular buttons to the left of each session. Hover over each button and click “ADD TO MY SCHEDULE” (see screenshot below) or just click in each circle to add the checkmark. [cid:image001.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] * Once you’ve selected all sessions, click the My Schedule link in the lower left corner or hover over your profile and select My Schedule. [cid:image002.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] Or [cid:image003.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] * You will see this message, “A copy of your schedule has been sent to your(a)email.com<mailto:your@email.com>.” To export the schedule, click the Phone icon: [cid:image004.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] * On the page that appears, notice the sections “Mobile” and “Calendar Sync for Google Calendar, Outlook & Apple Calendar”. In the “Calendar Sync …” section, select Export Calendar, and click the link next to “My Schedule”. When the .ics is exported, add it to the appropriate calendar (see screenshots below). Or, after exporting, drag and drop the .ics file directly into your calendar.. [cid:image005.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] [cid:image006.png@01D9F088.207FDF90] The ICANN78 Schedule<https://meetings.icann.org/en/icann78> will be posted 02 October 2023. Please email questions to us at: gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> and we will be more than happy to assist! Kind regards, Policy Team Supporting the GNSO -- Julie Bisland Policy Operations Sr. Coordinator (GNSO) Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Skype ID: 79613b691cb8a6c1 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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Jeff's Take on GAC-related issues for ICANN 78 (Long)
by jeff＠jjnsolutions.com Sept. 26, 2023

Sept. 26, 2023

All, Full credit here to Paul McGrady who asked me a question on what I personally thought the issues for the GAC would be at the upcoming ICANN meeting and what if anything I believed may be subject to GAC advice. I thought I would share this with the full Council list so that you all could have discussions on these issues and be prepared. Please note that my thoughts are based on discussions with the GAC Point of Contact and working on the agenda for ICANN 78. I am not speaking on behalf of the GAC PoC or the GAC as I cannot do that, nor do I have the ability to do so. This is being sent to you all with the huge caveat that everything is subject to change AND I have separated my personal take on the topics in blue. I am going to send out a more comprehensive version of this to the Council shortly before ICANN 78 which has the final agenda for the GAC/GNSO bilateral as well as some potential talking points. Some of these items below will likely be on the GAC/GNSO agenda, but likely not all of them due to time constraints. 1. SubPro Topics: a. Closed Generics - Status on the Facilitated Dialog and the future of Closed Generic discussions / implementation. Jeff's note: If you recall the original draft letter proposed by the GNSO/GAC/ALAC chairs recommended that the Board be instructed to maintain the moratorium on Closed Generics from the last round, but the GNSO discussed removing that from the letter. The GAC has a very strong interest in the issue of Closed Generics and does not believe they should be allowed absent consensus policy on the topic (which of course is developed with GAC input). b. IRT Progress on Next Round - Jeff's take: No known concerns here from GAC, just an update. c. Pending items still not addressed by the Board / Open Issues - PICs / RVCs: Jeff's Take: As most GAC Advice on new gTLDs is implemented as a PIC, or may be implemented as an RVC if Registries respond to Early Warnings or comments, it is important to the GAC that these be incorporated as contractual commitments into the agreements (See ICANN 77 Communique Advice 2(a). GAC agrees that such commitments must be enforceable by ICANN through clear contractual obligations, and that consequences for the failure to meet those obligations should be specified in the relevant agreements with the contracted parties. However, they are looking to understand (as we are) the changes being proposed by the ICANN Board to the language. - Private Auctions: Jeff's take: The GAC has previously expressed on several occasions, including as Advice in its ICANN 77 Communique that, ICANN "ban or strongly disincentivize private monetary means of resolution of contention sets, including private auctions." (ICANN 77 Communique 4(a)(ii). They also do not want to see ICANN auctions of last resort in contention sets involving non-commercial applicants. - Opening up small team to GAC participation (especially for items not accepted by the Board) Jeff's Take: GAC members want to make sure that they are participating in the process to determine both the processes used, as well as the substance, of revisions to recommendations, new recommendations, not pursuing existing recommendations, etc. This is especially true for all of the issues that the GAC has already issued advice on as well as items that they previously deemed were of importance to the GAC. - Applicant Support (more than financial) - Jeff's Take: Not surprisingly and also quite aligned with the GNSO, the GAC issued advice on Applicant Support (ICANN Communique 77, Advice #3). The Applicant Support program to be incredibly important to them and they want to make sure that applicants not only have access to financial assistance with the application, but also assistance in application preparation and ongoing registry management (including potentially a reduction in ICANN ongoing registry fees). They also want to make sure that the program is highly publicized to those that are the intended beneficiaries of the program. - GGP Initial Report - Jeff's Take: I would propose this gets combined with the topic above and may just be an update. - .quebec: Is this an issue for the GAC? Jeff's Take: This issue of course is of interest to the GAC Canadian Reps, but as of today this issue has not gotten on the GAC agenda as a whole. That is not an indication of whether this issue is important or not, there just have not been any GAC-wide discussions on the topic. Because it was discussed within the GNSO Council this week, I raised it at the meeting today and the GAC Point of Contact is going to see if this is an issue for the GAC at this ICANN meeting. 2. IGOs a. Implementation of Curative Rights (what is the status of the IRT) - Jeff's Take: I believe The GAC is supposed to get a briefing at ICANN78 from ICANN on the status of implementation of Curative Rights as well as the Watch Service (see below). They believe that these are must haves before ICANN should consider lifting the reservation of IGO Acronyms. This was in their GAC Communique as advice a couple of meetings ago. They want to discuss this with the GNSO. I do not expect further advice on this unless they affirm their previous advice or if it appears that ICANN is moving in a direction that is inconsistent with the previous GAC Advice. b. Question of Moratorium on IGO acronyms / watch service (which ICANN is supposed to develop) - See Above. 3. Future Policy Work on DNS Abuse? Jeff's Take: The GAC positions on this are well-known. They are supportive of the proposed contract amendments for the Contracted Parties but of course want to see more done on the policy front before the opening up of the next round. But I do not expect any advice here, just more of wanting an update on what is going on and making sure it is progressing. 4. WHOIS / Data Protection a. Access to non-public information / "urgent requests" - Jeff's Take LONG): This relates to the pilot being lunched soon by ICANN with the Registrars. On August 23, 2023, the GAC Chair sent a letter to the ICANN Board (https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/caballero-to-sinha-23a…) to express its concerns over the time line to respond to requests in select emergency situations ("Urgent Requests"). They do not like the proposed three (3) business days currently in the EPDP Phase 1 implementation report and want the ICANN Board to reconsider this. On September 8, 2023, the Registrars sent a letter to the ICANN Board (https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/heineman-to-sinha-08se…) providing some context to the 3 business days stating that this language has been in the text since September 2021, but in August 2022 the language changed to requiring a response, "no longer than two (2) business days from receipt" which was put out for comment. This was a change from the Implementation Pilot Team without consultation of the full IRT. Once that was published, there were several meetings of the full IRT to come up with a compromise solution. The Compromise language published following the July 24, 2023 meeting, which the Registrars agree with, was: "10.6. For Urgent Requests for Lawful Disclosure, Registrar and Registry Operator MUST respond, as defined in Section 10.7, without undue delay, generally within 24 hours of receipt. 10.6.1. If Registrar or Registry Operator cannot respond to an Urgent Request for Lawful Disclosure within 24 hours, it MUST notify the requestor within 24 hours of receipt of an Urgent Request for Lawful Disclosure of the need for an extension to respond. Registrar or Registry Operator’s extension notification to the requestor MUST include (a) confirmation that it has reviewed and considered the Urgent Request for Lawful Disclosure on its merits and determined additional time to respond is needed, (b) rationale for why additional time is needed, and (c) the time frame it will respond, as required by Section 10.7, which cannot exceed two (2) business days from the time of the initial receipt of the request. 10.6.2. In addition to the extension provided for in Section 10.6.1, if responding to an Urgent Request for Lawful Disclosure is complex, or a large number of requests are received by Registrar or Registry Operator, it MAY extend the time for response up to an additional one (1) business day provided it notifies the requestor within (2) business days from the time of the initial receipt of the request of the updated time frame to respond explaining the need for an additional extension of time. " So according to the registrars, they are only requesting 3 business days if they have notified the requestor within 24 hours that it needs more time and if it needs 3 business days it needs to notify the requestor again within 2 business days from receipt of the original request. Registrars do not agree with the GAC's interpretation that this will always be 3 business days and believes that the GAC should have given the Board the full context. It is my impression that the GAC may believe that because it allows 3 business days that this will become the default. This will be discussed by the GAC at ICANN 78. b. Accuracy Issue and status of DPAs between the Contracted Parties and ICANN (Since this has been the reason for delaying policy work on accuracy). Jeff's Take: Accuracy of Registration data is of utmost importance to the GAC and "remains committed to working within the Accuracy Scoping Team to assess the current state of accuracy under ICANN's contracts." The GAC welcomes the completion of a Data Protection Impact Assessment on a contractual compliance audit that could shed light on the current state of accuracy. Although I believe they were ok with the initial 6-month delay of the Scoping Team work waiting for the DPAs, they are looking for more meaningful updates on where ICANN is with the DPAs . They would like to see policy work ASAP. I am not sure if there will be Advice on this, but it certainly is an issue of importance. 5. SOI: Status of discussions on the representation of undisclosed clients. Jeff's Take: The GAC Is following this one closely and I believe they are aligned more with requiring disclosure of clients that are directly being represented in policy processes. Governments individually generally require full disclosure of clients when they engage in discussions with representatives of industry, the community, etc. Whether there will be advice on this at ICANN 78 or not, I don't think so. But it is an item of importance to them. Other GAC Activities / Issues (Jeff's Take) 1. I discussed the proposed Charter for the Standing Committee on RDRS to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations with the GAC PoC today. Specifically I discussed the composition which currently is made up of Councilors and members of the ePDP Phase 2 small team members. from the GAC, I believe Chris Lewis-Evans and Laureen Kapin had a "shared membership." Chris is no longer working with the Public safety working group and is in the private sector. So I am sure being able to appoint a replacement (not an alternate) will be important to them. 2. GAC is having two days of outreach sessions at ICANN 78 during the first weekend. The second day will focus on "emerging technologies" and getting briefings from ICANN Org on Blockchain in general and "alternative naming spaces" with an eye on trying to figure out what, if anything, is the GAC role. 3. GAC is also focused on the IANA Review, especially with respect to Articles 18 and 19 of the Bylaws. (https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-board-convenes-second-…) This review is taking a broader look athat includes identifying whether the requirements identified in the IANA contract SOW are still relevant or whether they need changing. This is defined in Section 18.3 of the Bylaws. 4. GAC will be looking at the Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms documentation (https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icanns-proposed-updates-to-e…) posted on August 24, 2023. 5. There are a couple of ccTLD items the GAC will discuss including input on ccNSO PDP4 (initial Report on (de-) selection of IDN ccTLDs (https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-seeks-input-on-ccnso-p…) and the proposed ccLD related Review mechanism Policy Proposal (https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-seeks-input-on-a-speci…)

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FW: [Ext] RE: DUE TODAY-Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline
by Terri Agnew Sept. 26, 2023

Sept. 26, 2023

Dear councilors, Please see below the communication from the Non-Contracted Party House regarding the GNSO Chair candidate nomination. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO From: "Cole, Mason (Perkins Coie)" <MCole(a)perkinscoie.com> Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 10:35 AM To: Andrea Glandon <andrea.glandon(a)icann.org>, Lori Schulman <lschulman(a)inta.org>, "philippe.fouquart(a)orange.com" <philippe.fouquart(a)orange.com>, Johan Helsingius <julf(a)julf.com>, Raoul Plommer <plommer(a)gmail.com>, Benjamin Akinmoyeje <benakin(a)gmail.com>, Brian King <brian.king(a)clarivate.com> Cc: Brenda Brewer <brenda.brewer(a)icann.org>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org>, Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] RE: DUE TODAY-Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline Andrea – On behalf of the NCPH, I report that we will not be advancing a candidate for GNSO Council chair. Please let Julf and me know if you require more in terms of documentation. We are now turning our attention to a vice chair candidate. Thanks – Mason Mason Cole | Perkins Coie LLP INTERNET GOVERNANCE ADVISOR 1120 N.W. Couch Street Tenth Floor D. +1.503.727.2074 E. MCole(a)perkinscoie.com<mailto:%20MCole@perkinscoie.com>

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Action Items - GNSO Council meeting 21 September 2023
by Terri Agnew Sept. 25, 2023

Sept. 25, 2023

Dear Councilors, Please find the action items, as stated during the meeting, below arising from the GNSO Council meeting held on Thursday, 21 September 2023. Please refer to the Action Item page<https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Action+Items> for updates on item completion progress. Please take note of the action items coming out of the Council meeting and the proposed timing for delivering on these actions. Please refer to this page for the recent status updates on the Action items. Please note that actions for all councilors are highlighted below. Item 5: COUNCIL VOTE - Charter for Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations (10 minutes) Action Items: 1. The GNSO Secretariat will confirm with the existing EPDP Phase 2 small team members if they are willing to continue as members of the RDRS Standing Committee and/or identify any alternates that may take their place in case of absence. For greater clarity, alternates mean in some cases replacements as required. 2. Prior to the launch of the RDRS Standing Committee, the GNSO Council will identify a Chair. 3. The GNSO Secretariat will reach out to the EPDP Phase 2 ICANN Board liaison and ICANN org liaison to confirm their willingness to continue in their role on the Standing Committee. If not, a new liaison(s) will be requested to be identified. 4. On behalf of the GNSO Council the GNSO Secretariat thanks the EPDP Phase 2 small team for its work to date and appreciates the willingness of its members to continue contributing to this important topic. Item 7: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - SubPro Small Team Updated Assignment Form (20 minutes) Action Items: As there were no questions, comments, or objections the GNSO Council is deemed to have accepted the updated Assignment Form. Item 8: ICANN78 Planning (15 minutes) Action Items: Staff to develop and distribute a list of agreed upon topics for the bilateral GNSO meetings at ICANN78 with At-Large, ccNSO, GAC, and ICANN Board. GNSO Councilors are encouraged to review and suggest additions or revisions. Item 9: Cross Community Working Group - Auction Proceeds Response (20 minutes) Action Items: GNSO Council Leadership to draft a response for Council review to the written update from Xavier Calvez on the progress of ICANN org’s implementation of the Cross Community Working Group’s - Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP) Final Report, including the concerns expressed during the Council meeting. Item 10: ANY OTHER BUSINESS (20 minutes) 10.1 GNSO Prep Week Webinar - Tuesday - 10 October at 13:00 UTC Action Items: GNSO Councilors should note that attendance at the GNSO Prep Week Webinar is mandatory. 10.4 Review of CCOICI pilot Action Items: The staff support team will work with the Chair of the CCOICI to identify the proposed approach for the review that will be shared with the GNSO Council for its input. 10.6 WS2 Community Coordination Group (CCG) (Manju Chen) Action Items: The Chair of the CCOICI will communicate to the CCOICI that it is expected to continue to assist with any remaining WS2 items from the CCG that may need a Council response or input. NEW 10.7 .québec Issue (Sebastien Ducos) Action Items: Council Leadership to consult with staff to determine the appropriate steps to initiate work on this issue. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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FW: [Ext] RE: Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline
by Terri Agnew Sept. 25, 2023

Sept. 25, 2023

Dear all, Please find below the Contracted Party House nomination of Greg DiBiase as candidate to the GNSO Chair election. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO From: "aheineman(a)godaddy.com" <aheineman(a)godaddy.com> Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 1:27 PM To: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org>, "Demetriou, Samantha" <sdemetriou(a)verisign.com>, "chair(a)rysg.info" <chair(a)rysg.info> Cc: Sue Schuler <secretariat(a)rysg.info>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org>, Zoe Bonython <secretariat(a)icannregistrars.org> Subject: [Ext] RE: Please submit names - 25 September deadline | GNSO Chair 2023 Election Timeline Hi Terri. Assuming I understand the “assignment” correctly, the RrSG nominates Greg DiBiase for Council Chair.

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FW: [Ext] TOMORROW and THURSDAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars
by Julie Bisland Sept. 25, 2023

Sept. 25, 2023

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, September 25, 2023 at 10:03 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] TOMORROW and THURSDAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a9b25cd6-37f8-493b-a1fd-68c3ff05828d&a=112202…] Monday, 25 September 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=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> 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 · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · ICANN Update on AFRINIC Webinars · TOMORROW and THURSDAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations Public Comment · WEDNESDAY: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · THURSDAY: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Update on AFRINIC ICANN has been closely following the legal proceedings in Mauritius involving the African Network Information Centre (AFRINIC), one of five RIRs, and AFRINIC's governance struggles. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> Webinars TOMORROW and THURSDAY: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars ICANN will host two webinars to go over early access and answer any questions registrars might have. Webinar #1: Tuesday, 26 September 2023 at 01:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2: Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more and find the links to register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Application Deadline: 13 October 2023 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for the 2024 Mentor Program. This appointment will serve for the ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81 meetings. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, 1 November 2023. The community-nominated mentor will be responsible for overseeing the mentor process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…>. Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify Deborah Escalera, deborah.escalera(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…>. Public Comment WEDNESDAY: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 September 2023 THURSDAY: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…>. Volume 5, Issue 70 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 28 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001RmqH_Hz3sUKn6Yzw…>

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FW: [gnso-chairs] [ECAdmin] Secretary's Notice to the Empowered Community
by DiBiase, Gregory Sept. 22, 2023

Sept. 22, 2023

Dear Councilors, Please see the ICANN Secretary's notice to the Empowered Community that the Board has 1) approved amendments to both standard and fundamental bylaws and 2) NomCom bylaws have been proposed for adoption. As a reminder, the following guideline was developed in 2019 by the GNSO to map out the expected steps in relation to Annex D, Article 1, Procedure for exercise of the EC’s rights to approve approval actions: https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/annex-d-a…. Specifically pages 6-9 map out the expected next steps and timeline. There will be further communications prior to the next Council meeting, including information regarding an Approval Action Community Forum. Thanks, Greg From: Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs-bounces(a)icann.org> On Behalf Of John Jeffrey via Gnso-chairs Sent: Friday, September 15, 2023 6:07 PM To: ecadmin(a)icann.org; aso-chairs(a)aso.icann.org; Jonathan Zuck <JZuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org>; Alejandra Reynoso <alejandra.reynoso(a)cctld.gt>; sebastien(a)registry.godaddy; gnso-chairs(a)icann.org; Nicolas Caballero <nicustkd(a)gmail.com> Cc: Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>; Sally Costerton <sally.costerton(a)icann.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] [gnso-chairs] [ECAdmin] Secretary's Notice to the Empowered Community CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you can confirm the sender and know the content is safe. Greetings, Attached please find the following Secretary’s Notice(s) to the Empowered Community: * Notice of Board Approval of Fundamental Bylaws Amendments * Notice of Board Approval of ICANN Standard Bylaws Amendments * NomCom Bylaws Proposed for Adoption – August 2023 Sent on behalf of John Jeffrey. Best, Peg -- Peg Rettino (she/her) Project Specialist & Executive Assistant to John Jeffrey ICANN 12025 Waterfront Dr, Ste 300 Los Angeles, CA 90094

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GNSO Council resolutions 21 September 2023
by Terri Agnew Sept. 22, 2023

Sept. 22, 2023

Dear all, Please find below the resolutions from the GNSO Council meeting on Thursday, 21 September 2023, which will be posted shortly on the GNSO Council resolutions <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/council/resolutions/20…> page. 20230921-1 Motion to adopt the recommendations of the Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement in relation to the review of the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) requirements - (WITHDRAWN) Submitted by Manju Chen Seconded by Desiree Miloshevic Whereas, 1. The CCOICI tasked<https://community.icann.org/display/CCFOICI/b.+Assignment> the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) Task Force (TF) to address the following questions: * Is the original objective of the SOI, as stated in the BGC WG Report, still valid? If not, why not and what should the current objective be? * Based on the response to question 1), is the requested information to be provided as part of the SOI still fit for purpose? If not, why not, and what would need to be changed to make it fit for purpose? * Are there any further measures that should be considered from an enforcement / escalation perspective, in addition or instead of those already included in the requirements? 2. The TF commenced its deliberations in February 2022, submitting the TF Recommendations Report<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/gnso-ccoici/attachments/20230427/565584b7/GN…> to the CCOICI on 27 April 2023. As the TF was not able to achieve full consensus on one essential element of its recommendations, namely whether there should be an exemption for those prevented by professional ethical obligations to disclose who they are representing in a specific effort, it recommended the CCOICI take on responsibility for resolving this specific issue as all other recommendations had achieved full consensus. 3. The CCOICI took up this issue in May of 2023 and considered it in detail as outlined in Annex A of the CCOICI Recommendations Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/correspondence/chen-…>. As the CCOICI was not able to resolve the different positions on the exemption language, the CCOICI agreed to revert to the current, existing exemption language in the SOI to allow the Council to consider all the other recommendations as outlined in section 2 and 3 of the CCOICI Recommendations Report. These recommendations achieved full consensus of the TF as well as the CCOICI. 4. The CCOICI submitted its Recommendations Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/correspondence/chen-…> to the GNSO Council on 14 August 2023. 5. The GNSO Council considered<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/presentation/present…> the CCOICI Recommendations Report during its August 2023 meeting. Resolved, 1. The GNSO Council adopts the recommendations as outlined in section #2 (SOI Recommendations) and #3 (Proposed Updates to the GNSO Operating Procedures), with the caveat that the proposed updates to the GNSO Operating Procedures will not be implemented until resolved #2 and #3 have been completed. 2. The GNSO Council requests that the GNSO Policy Development Support Staff develop a proposed implementation plan for these recommendations, recognising that exploring the technical options as well as the transition needs careful consideration. 3. The GNSO Council will consider the proposed implementation plan and as part of that consideration confirm when the proposed updates to the GNSO Operating Procedures are expected to take effect. 4. The GNSO Council thanks the members of the GNSO SOI TF as well as the CCOICI for its work. Vote results<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/vote-result/gnso-cou…> 20230921-2 Motion to adopt the Charter for a Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations Submitted by Sebastien Ducos Seconded by Osvaldo Novoa (updated with the friendly amendment proposed by Stephanie Perrin and accepted by Sebastien Ducos and Osvaldo Novoa) Whereas, 1. On 24 September 2020, the Generic Names Supporting Organization Council (GNSO Council or Council) voted to approve<https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/resolutions/2020#20200924-2> all of the recommendations in its Final Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/epdp-phas…> on the Expedited Policy Development Process on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data (EPDP) Phase 2. 2. On 25 March 2021, the ICANN Board directed the President and CEO<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> in office at the time, or their designee(s), to proceed with the Operational Design Phase (ODP) for GNSO Council-approved recommendations 1-18 from the EPDP Phase 2 Final Report on the System for Standardized Access/Disclosure (SSAD). 3. On 25 January 2022, ICANN organization (ICANN org) published its Operational Design Assessment<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/ssad-oda-25jan22-en.pdf> (ODA) of the SSAD. 4. On 4 April 2022, the Phase 2 Expedited Policy Development Process on the Temporary Specification for gTLD Registration Data Small Team (Small Team), which the GNSO Council tasked to assess the ODA, delivered its Preliminary Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2022/correspondence/ducos…> to the GNSO Council, recommending a "proof of concept" approach. 5. The GNSO Council and the ICANN Board consulted regarding the next steps for the SSAD and the GNSO Council requested on 27 April 2022<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/fouquart-to-botterman-…> that the ICANN Board pause its consideration of the recommendations concerning the SSAD while work continues on a "proof of concept". 6. On 13 September 2022, ICANN org published a WHOIS Disclosure System (System) Design Paper<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/whois-disclosure-system-design-…> based on the "proof of concept" approach outlined by the Small Team. 7. The GNSO Council informed the ICANN Board on 17 November 2022<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/ducos-to-sinha-17nov22…> that the Council unanimously accepted the Addendum to the Preliminary Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2022/correspondence/ducos…> (Addendum) prepared by the Small Team and supported the implementation of the System. 8. On 27 February 2023, the ICANN Board directed<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> ICANN org to “proceed to develop and launch the System as soon as possible”. The ICANN Board also “directed ICANN org to continue to engage with the Phase 2 Small Team throughout the development and operation of the System, and ensure periodic publication of the collected usage data, once operational". 9. On 15 March 2023, GNSO Council instructed<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> the small team to continue working with ICANN org on the implementation of the System as well as “provide the Council with a recommendation on the approach and format through which, following implementation of the system, data should be reviewed and analyzed to help inform subsequent decisions on how to proceed with the SSAD recommendations”. 10. On 7 September 2023, the small team shared<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2023-September/027247.html> with the GNSO Council the proposed charter for a Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations. 11. The GNSO Council considered the proposed charte<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-rdrs-sta…>r during its meeting on 21 September 2023. Resolved, 1. The GNSO Council adopts the Charter for the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations (see https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-rdrs-sta…) 2. Prior to the launch of the RDRS Standing Committee, the GNSO Council will identify a Chair. 3. The GNSO Council requests the GNSO Secretariat to confirm with the existing EPDP Phase 2 small team members if they are willing to continue as members of the RDRS Standing Committee and/or identify any alternates that may take their place in case of absence. For greater clarity, alternates mean in some cases replacements as required. Similarly, the GNSO Secretariat will reach out to the existing ICANN Board liaison and ICANN org liaison to confirm their willingness to continue in their role on the Standing Committee. If not, a new liaison(s) will be requested to be identified. 4. The GNSO Council expects that the RDRS Standing Committee will become operational upon the moment of the public RDRS launch. Until that time, the EPDP Phase 2 small team is expected to continue its engagement with the ICANN org team, as necessary, in fulfillment of its assignment. Upon the public launch of RDRS, the EPDP Phase 2 small team will cease to exist. Any remaining activities at that point will transition to the RDRS Standing Committee. 5. The GNSO Council thanks the EPDP Phase 2 small team for its work to date and appreciates the willingness of its members to continue contributing to this important topic. Vote results<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/vote-result/gnso-cou…> 20230921-3 Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations (DEFERRED to the October 2023 meeting) Submitted by Greg DiBiase Seconded by Whereas, 1. The GNSO Council adopted<https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/resolutions/2020-current#202102> the Final Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/final-rep…> of the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures (SubPro) PDP on 18 February 2021. 2. On 16 March 2023, the ICANN Board adopted the majority of the SubPro Outputs, as identified in Section A of the Scorecard<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-subpro-pdp-board-acti…>, while designating a select set of recommendations as pending, identified in Section B<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/scorecard-subpro-pdp-board-acti…> of the Scorecard. 3. The GNSO Council established a small team to carefully review the pending SubPro recommendations and identify the best path forward to seek to resolve the issues that were preventing Board adoption of the pending recommendations. 4. The GNSO Council’s small team benefited greatly from the open and frank dialogue with the co-leads of the Board’s Caucus on SubPro. 5. On 22 May 2023, the GNSO Council and ICANN Board discussed the expectation that for certain pending recommendations, a Clarifying Statement from the Council may be sufficient to mitigate the concerns preventing adoption of some of the pending recommendations. 6. At ICANN77, the GNSO Council and ICANN Board reached agreement on the specific set of pending recommendations that may be resolved via a Clarifying Statement from the Council. 7. The GNSO Council’s small team developed a draft Clarifying Statement<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-sub-pro-…> that was discussed with the Council during its July meeting and was subsequently shared with the ICANN Board for their consideration of whether the Clarifying Statement does indeed address the Board’s concerns. 8. The GNSO Council took into account the feedback from the ICANN Board and finalized the Council’s first Clarifying Statement<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-subpro-p…> by removing the text in the Clarifying Statement relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs and holding this over to a future Clarifying Statement, pending further feedback from the ICANN Board. 9. The GNSO Council approved the first Clarifying Statement<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-subpro-p…> durings its August 2023 meeting. 10. The ICANN Board’s SubPro caucus shared feedback on the recommendations relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs with the Council’s SubPro Pending Recommendations small team; the small team subsequently finalized the Council’s second Clarifying Statement (add link when available). 11. As with the first Clarifying Statement, this second Clarifying Statement should also be read as complementary to the relevant pending recommendation(s) and should be considered jointly with the recommendations for the purposes of implementation. Resolved, 1. The GNSO Council approves the second Clarifying Statement (add link when available) regarding select pending SubPro recommendations and stresses that the statement should be read as complementary to the relevant pending recommendation(s) and should be considered jointly with the recommendations for the purposes of implementation. 2. The GNSO Council requests that the GNSO Secretariat communicate resolved #1 to the ICANN Board and provide the Board with the Clarifying Statement. 3. The GNSO Council extends its thanks to the ICANN Board for its collegial, constructive, and pragmatic approach to addressing select pending recommendations and in particular, extends thanks to the co-leads of the Board’s Caucus on SubPro, Avri Doria and Becky Burr. Vote results<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/vote-result/gnso-cou…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Recordings | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023
by Terri Agnew Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

Dear all, Please find below the audio recording and zoom recording (audio, visual, rough transcript, and chat) of the GNSO Council Meeting that took place on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC. Audio only: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/Rfsx1AhVad3fr_nkuHDMgElryQBocYuo-4hrKD0e5IZX… Zoom Recording (includes chat, visual and rough transcript). See both tabs on recording page: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/NsXTXKFQ9BuckOpWO4FCl7PIYqb4oV06nilRZB9XR9J… The recordings and transcriptions of the calls are posted on the GNSO Calendar page. [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/calen…> Thank you. With kind regards, Terri

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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Farell Folly
by GNSO Council via ICANN Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

Full Name of Officer: Julf Helsingius Officer Email Address: julf(a)julf.com Date Prepared: 21 September 2023 GNSO Organization: Non-Commercial Stakeholder Group Officer Position or Title: Chair Name of Absent Councilor: Farell Folly Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: If Farell can't join, proxy is assigned to Manju Chen Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: Council meeting Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 22 September 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: Manju Chen 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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**Starting in 15 minutes | Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

**Starting in 15 minutes Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd__;!!PtGJab4!4zO3261…> . Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTitiNEVwd2UySEk1QkRESmlFZz09 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTiti…> Passcode: 5d$X0$^0L2 If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 978 9162 7902 Passcode: 9844091488 One tap mobile : US: +13126266799,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# or +13017158592,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# If you are joining via audio only: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free) or 888 788 0099 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0276 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0282 (Toll Free) International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI__;!!PtGJab4!4…> Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode. Please note that all documents<https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg> referenced in the agenda will be gathered on a Wiki page for convenient and easy access. Thank you. Kind Regards, Terri

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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Bruna Martins dos Santos
by GNSO Council via ICANN Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

Full Name of Officer: Julf Helsingius Officer Email Address: julf(a)julf.com Date Prepared: 21 September 2023 GNSO Organization: Non-Commercial Stakeholder Group Officer Position or Title: Chair Name of Absent Councilor: Bruna Martins dos Santos Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: Bruna Martins dos Santos is unable to attend. Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: Council meeting September 21 Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 22 September 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: Stephanie Perrin 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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GNSO Council Meeting-Part 2 (Admin)
by ICANN Policy Calendar Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

PLACEHOLDER Meeting: GNSO Council Meeting-Part 2 (Admin) Date/Time: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 at 13:15 UTC for 30 minutes (15:15-15:45 CEST) **See ICANN schedule for join information

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FW: [Ext] NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations Open
by Julie Bisland Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

FYI-- From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 10:04 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations Open [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a1eb7b77-b259-44d3-bc66-912cd06051e3&a=112202…] Thursday, 21 September 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=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> 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 · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN To Highlight Strength of Multistakeholder Model at Internet Governance Forum · NEW: ICANN Successfully Completes Sixth DNS Symposium (IDS) in Da Nang, Vietnam · NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations Webinars · TODAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years · TOMORROW: At-Large: Multistakeholder Governance for New Internet Infrastructures: SpaceX, IRIS2, and Equitable Internet Access for All · NEXT WEEK: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · NEXT WEEK: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · NEXT WEEK: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN To Highlight Strength of Multistakeholder Model at Internet Governance Forum ICANN is participating in the 18th annual Internet Governance Forum (IGF). The event will be held 8–12 October 2023 in Kyoto, Japan, under the overarching theme "The Internet We Want – Empowering All People" and is open to both on-site and virtual attendees. Read More. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> NEW: ICANN Successfully Completes Sixth DNS Symposium (IDS) in Da Nang, Vietnam The primary objective of IDS 2023 was to delve into the challenges and opportunities linked to integrating the DNS with emerging technologies, including challenges related to its security. The symposium welcomed researchers, developers, and operators to share insights on a range of subjects including blockchains, Internet of things, and novel uses of the DNS, such as IP-to-location translation, blocklists, and so on. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> NEW: NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program seeks nominations for the 2024 Mentor Program. This appointment will serve for the ICANN79, ICANN80, and ICANN81 meetings. Nominations must be submitted no later than Friday, 1 November 2023. The community-nominated mentor will be responsible for overseeing the mentor process. Communities may choose to appoint program alumni and are encouraged to appoint active community members who have an interest in mentoring students. Guidelines for the program can be found here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…>. Interested community groups should select their respective volunteers and notify Deborah Escalera, deborah.escalera(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…>. Webinars TODAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years The Board Strategic Planning Committee (BSPC) leads the strategic planning process on behalf of the Board, and ICANN org works closely with the BSPC and the Board to support this work. The outcome of this process will be a new five-year strategic plan. Please join the informational webinar on 21 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC. The webinar will include an overview of the strategic planning approach, process, timeline, and how to participate. Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> TOMORROW: At-Large: Multistakeholder Governance for New Internet Infrastructures: SpaceX, IRIS2, and Equitable Internet Access for All This cross-community session aims to explore the evolving landscape of new internet infrastructure, focusing on their potential impact on individual end users, their role in multistakeholder governance as well as the role of the community in ensuring equitable internet access globally Please join this webinar on 22 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC Find the agenda and registration here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> NEXT WEEK: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars ICANN will host two webinars to go over early access and answer any questions registrars might have. Webinar #1: Tuesday, 26 September 2023 at 01:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2: Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more and find the links to register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Application Deadline: 13 October 2023 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Public Comment NEXT WEEK: ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 September 2023 NEXT WEEK: ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…>. Volume 5, Issue 69 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…> | Next Issue: Monday, 25 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001IapJUmfM2mCdfe8R…>

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Please read | Upcoming GNSO Council meeting prep 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

Dear all, A few reminders of prep for the Council meeting 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC: 1. Please review the GNSO Council meeting Cheat Sheet <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1lQ9fqEjD-inZ…> in order to help you prepare for the session and also provide your input in suggestion mode 1. All documents mentioned on the Council agenda<https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg> will be listed on the Document wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg> for easy referral. If there are any topics you would like to see appear on future Council agendas, please do not hesitate to add them to the Council Topics Google doc. <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> 1. Please consult the Project Management Portfolio<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=150178769>, in particular the Action Decision Radar<https://community.icann.org/x/14vzC> and the Project List<https://community.icann.org/x/1YvzC> . 1. If you fear you may run into connectivity issues or may not make it on the call, please have an officer of your SG/C fill in the Council Absence Notification form<https://www.icann.org/forms/gnso_notification>. Thank you! Kind regards, Terri

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Motion to adopt the CCOICI SOI Recommendations
by 陳曼茹 Manju Chen Sept. 21, 2023

Sept. 21, 2023

Hi all, Kindly find attached the motion to adopt the Statement of Interest recommendations proposed by the Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement. Best, Manju

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REMINDER | Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Devan Reed Sept. 20, 2023

Sept. 20, 2023

Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd__;!!PtGJab4!4zO3261…> . Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTitiNEVwd2UySEk1QkRESmlFZz09 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTiti…> Passcode: 5d$X0$^0L2 If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 978 9162 7902 Passcode: 9844091488 One tap mobile : US: +13126266799,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# or +13017158592,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# If you are joining via audio only: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free) or 888 788 0099 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0276 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0282 (Toll Free) International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI__;!!PtGJab4!4…> Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode. Please note that all documents<https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg> referenced in the agenda will be gathered on a Wiki page for convenient and easy access. Thank you. Kind Regards, Terri

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Fwd: Rec 2.3 Next Steps
by 陳曼茹 Manju Chen Sept. 20, 2023

Sept. 20, 2023

Hello Councilors, As the GNSO Council representative to the WS2 Community Coordination Group (CCG), I'm forwarding this question from the WS2 CCG to seek your feedback. I propose we add this to the AOB for our Council meeting this Friday. As noted in Alperen's email below, the WS2 CCG was tasked to deal with WS2 rec 2.3. The problem is that rec 2.3 is sort of contingent on the completion of rec 2.1 and 2.2 by all SO/AC. (These recommendations are regarding the removal of individual ICANN Board Directors. Check the complete recommendations here starting from page 19: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/ccwg-acct-ws2-final-27mar18-en.… ) GNSO is not one of the SO/ACs that hasn't completed the WS2 recommendation 2.1 and 2.2 implementation. In December last year, the Council resolved <https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Motions+2022-12-15> to adopt the CCOICI WS2 Recommendations Report <https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2022/draft/draft-ccoici-w…>. In the report, the CCOICI marked all but one relevant recommendation as implementation completed; the only recommendation (2.1.2) marked as 'implementation planned' was implemented right after Council's adoption. Above is my poor attempt to provide context for the discussion later this week. My primary suggestion is to let the CCOICI handle this while we work on reviewing the CCOICI pilot, as CCOICI has dealt with the WS2 recommendations and is therefore familiar with the topics. Thanks! Best, Manju ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Alperen Eken <alperen.eken(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, Sep 18, 2023 at 7:06 PM Subject: Rec 2.3 Next Steps To: WS2 CCG <ws2-ccg(a)icann.org> Cc: Cheryl Langdon-Orr <langdonorr(a)gmail.com>, Jonathan Zuck < JZuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org>, McAuley, David <dmcauley(a)verisign.com>, Suada Hadzovic <shadzovic(a)rak.ba>, 陳曼茹 Manju Chen <manju(a)nii.org.tw>, Melissa Peters Allgood <melissa.allgood(a)icann.org>, Devan Reed <devan.reed(a)icann.org > Dear Community Coordination Group Participants, I hope this email finds you well. This group was created with the approval of SO and AC chairs and attached, you can find the Summary of Proposal for a Work Stream 2 Community Coordination Group, you can also find this on our wiki space. Below, you will find the relevant part of the proposal to Recommendation 2.3: *The WS2 Community Coordination Group will also be where the WS2 recommendations or topics that can benefit from a uniform, community-wide approach will be identified and addressed.Specifically, the CCWG recommendations that appear to benefit from community coordination are Recommendation 1.1(on seven proposed elements of diversity), Recommendation 1.7(on a process for handling complaints about diversity), and Recommendation 2.3(on a standalone framework for exercising Empowered Community powers).* And you can find the wording of the Recommendation 2.3 <https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/ccwg-acct-ws2-final-24jun18-en.…> (p.20) below for reference: *Rec 2.3.1**: A standard framework be developed and used to raise the issue of Board removal to the respective body – either the specific SO/AC who appointed the member or the Decisional Participant in the case of a NomCom appointee. The framework would be in the context of developing a broader framework for implementing community powers and entering into the discussions contemplated by WS1. This framework could be developed by a new group specifically formed for that purpose.* *Rec 2.3.2**: Implement the guidelines as a community best practice to apply to all discussions even if not covered by the indemnities contemplated under Article 20. There may be discussions around rejecting a budget or rejecting a proposed standard Bylaw that would benefit from a good faith process. The guidelines for engaging discussions around Board removal could be adopted as a universal standard given that they are broad enough to encompass any discussion.* Per the initial proposal for this group above, the group was tasked to handle the WS2 Rec 2.3. However, given that the rest of the recommendations (Rec 2.1 and Rec 2.2) were not completed for all groups yet, we would like to ask you the following questions. We are looking for responses from your respective groups’ leadership or relevant structures *by the end of October, *hence we would like to propose canceling our next meeting in 2 weeks and schedule one towards the end of November to discuss your responses, please let us know if you want to keep the next meeting. Also please note that this recommendation applies only to *ALAC, ASO, ccNSO, GAC and GNSO** (Relevant members are copied in the email.**)* 1. How does your group approach this recommendation, does your group intend to implement this good practice recommendation or not? Please note that implementation of this recommendation will require coordination within this group per the initial proposal. *Answer: * 1. Should the WS2 CCG discuss these recommendations immediately or should the group wait until each relevant AC and SO completes the WS2 Rec 2.1 and 2.2? *Answer: * 1. If your group thinks that this recommendation should be handled elsewhere, please include your suggestions. *Answer:* Best regards, Alp

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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Thomas Rickert
by GNSO Council via ICANN Sept. 18, 2023

Sept. 18, 2023

Full Name of Officer: Philippe Fouquart Officer Email Address: philippe.fouquart(a)orange.com Date Prepared: 18 September 2023 GNSO Organization: Internet Service Provider Constituency Officer Position or Title: ISPCP Chair Name of Absent Councilor: Thomas Rickert Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: Councilor unable to attend Council call on 21 September 2023 21:00-23:00 UTC Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: All votes and discussion items held during the GNSO Council meeting. Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 22 September 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: Osvaldo Novoa 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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FW: [Ext] THURSDAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years
by Julie Bisland Sept. 18, 2023

Sept. 18, 2023

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, September 18, 2023 at 10:03 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] THURSDAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a8a39b83-af67-4f02-af98-d2a19f620396&a=112202…] Monday, 18 September 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=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> 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 · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Webinars · TODAY: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable · THURSDAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years · ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> to learn more about how to register. Webinars TODAY: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable At-Large invites you to attend this exciting virtual Cross RALO Roundtable with honoured guest speakers on Monday, 18 September 2023 at 14:00 UTC. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> THURSDAY: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years The Board Strategic Planning Committee (BSPC) leads the strategic planning process on behalf of the Board, and ICANN org works closely with the BSPC and the Board to support this work. The outcome of this process will be a new five-year strategic plan. Please join the informational webinar on 21 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC. The webinar will include an overview of the strategic planning approach, process, timeline, and how to participate. Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars ICANN will host two webinars to go over early access and answer any questions registrars might have. Webinar #1: Tuesday, 26 September 2023 at 01:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2: Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more and find the links to register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Application Deadline: 13 October 2023 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Public Comment ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 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=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…>. Volume 5, Issue 68 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 21 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001hdzwIjzVSEP0SuKV…>

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Draft Guidance Statement on “.québec"
by Ariel Liang Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 2023

Dear GNSO Council, Following the discussion during the August meeting<https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Final+Proposed+Agen…> regarding “.québec”, the GNSO Council leadership, in coordination with staff, developed a draft guidance statement based on the general agreement from the Council. This statement is in response to EPDP-IDNs Team’s request with regard to whether the public comments related to “.québec” are within its scope to address. Please be so kind to review the statement attached. If no objection or concern is raised by any Councilor by EOB Wednesday, 13 September, it will be sent to the EPDP-IDNs Team as a formal guidance. Thank you, Ariel Ariel Xinyue Liang Policy Development Support Manager Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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FW: [Ext] NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 10 September 2023
by Julie Bisland Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 2023

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 10:02 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 10 September 2023 [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=722c17ef-63af-4482-bc98-381985f5c758&a=112202…] Thursday, 14 September 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=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> 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 · TOMORROW: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 10 September 2023 · NEW: ICANN Learn Course About the ccNSO · NEW: ICANN Board Convenes Second IANA Naming Function Review (IFR2) · NEW: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars · NEW: ICANN Announces 2024 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect Webinars · ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years · MONDAY: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 TOMORROW: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 10 September 2023 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 10 September 2023 Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…>. NEW: ICANN Learn Course About the ccNSO This new course provides an in-depth look at the role of the ccNSO in supporting country code top-level domains (ccTLDs) and its place within the ICANN community. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> NEW: ICANN Board Convenes Second IANA Naming Function Review (IFR2) The IFR is an accountability mechanism created as part of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) stewardship transition to ensure that ICANN's IANA work through Public Technical Identifiers (PTI) meets the needs and expectations of its naming customers. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> NEW: ICANN to Provide RDRS Early Access for Registrars and Supporting Webinars ICANN will host two webinars to go over early access and answer any questions registrars might have. Webinar #1: Tuesday, 26 September 2023 at 01:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2: Thursday, 28 September 2023 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more and find the links to register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> NEW: ICANN Announces 2024 Nominating Committee Chair and Chair-Elect ICANN announced that the ICANN Board has appointed Amir Qayyum to serve as the 2024 Nominating Committee (NomCom) Chair, and Paul Diaz to serve as the 2024 NomCom Chair-Elect. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Webinars ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years The Board Strategic Planning Committee (BSPC) leads the strategic planning process on behalf of the Board, and ICANN org works closely with the BSPC and the Board to support this work. The outcome of this process will be a new five-year strategic plan. Please join the informational webinar on 21 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC. The webinar will include an overview of the strategic planning approach, process, timeline, and how to participate. Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> MONDAY: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable At-Large invites you to attend this exciting virtual Cross RALO Roundtable with honoured guest speakers on Monday, 18 September 2023 at 14:00 UTC. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Public Comment ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 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=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…>. Volume 5, Issue 67 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…> | Next Issue: Monday, 18 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Womz7mEH4w4SJsOJ…>

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Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 14, 2023

Sept. 14, 2023

Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd. Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTitiNEVwd2UySEk1QkRESmlFZz09 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTiti…> Passcode: 5d$X0$^0L2 If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 978 9162 7902 Passcode: 9844091488 One tap mobile : US: +13126266799,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# or +13017158592,,97891627902#,,,,*9844091488# If you are joining via audio only: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 929 436 2866 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free) or 888 788 0099 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0276 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0282 (Toll Free) International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/u/abaexQvkCI__;!!PtGJab4!4…> Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode. Please note that all documents<https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg> referenced in the agenda will be gathered on a Wiki page for convenient and easy access. Thank you. Kind Regards, Terri

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Motion to adopt the Charter for a RDRS Standing Committee
by Sebastien＠registry.godaddy Sept. 13, 2023

Sept. 13, 2023

Dear Council Colleagues, I wanted to share the proposed Motion to adopt the Charter for a Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations ahead of the submission deadline to give everyone ample time to review it. Please note that the dates in items 10 and 11 of the Whereas remain to be filled to fit our next meeting (provided no objections). The link in reference in Item 1 of the Resolve is here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IFmCY1xEtWy7IoyM-uSYiRkzFkc0jLdM/edit?p… This charter has been reviewed by the Small Team to ensure it is fit for purpose. Kindly, Sebastien Ducos GoDaddy Registry | Senior Client Services Manager [signature_1937196166] +33612284445 France & Australia sebastien(a)registry.godaddy<mailto:sebastien@registry.godaddy>

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GNSO Council Portfolio Management Tool Suite - 21 September 2023 Meeting
by Steve Chan Sept. 12, 2023

Sept. 12, 2023

Dear all, Please see links below to the latest version of the GNSO Council’s Portfolio Management Tool Suite for the meeting on 21 September 2023. NOTE: We’ve attached the Action Decision Radar & Project List here for your convenience, as the Confluence wiki is experiencing performance issues. The PMT tool is too big to be attached. Agenda: * https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Final+Proposed+Agen… Links to the Program Suite: * Program/Project Management Framework (PPMF): https://community.icann.org/x/0YvzC * Portfolio Management Tool (PMT): https://community.icann.org/x/04vzC * **Action/Decision Radar (ADR): https://community.icann.org/x/14vzC * **Project List (PL): https://community.icann.org/x/1YvzC * **Action Items (AIs): https://community.icann.org/x/RgZlAg * Council Small Teams (CSTs): https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/2022-2023+GNSO+Coun… * ** denotes the required three work products for review by Councilors in preparation for monthly meetings Key Program Suite Structural Changes for this Period: * None for this period. Key Project Changes or Milestones for this Period: * CCOICI – Consideration of Statement of Interest report (task force: Assignment #6). * EPDP_P2 – Consideration on forming the RDRS Standing Committee * SubPro – Consideration on the clarifying statement on RVCs and PICs; Updated small team assignment form * Active Project Packages: * EPDP_IDN: https://community.icann.org/x/cYbOCg * GNSO_TPR: https://community.icann.org/x/MQDQCQ * SubPro_GGP: https://community.icann.org/x/EQOBDQ (no Sept. edition due to inactivity during Public Comment) Key Project Activities for October 2023: * EPDP_P1 – Registration Data policy publication notice. * EPDP_SubPro_CG – Council to consider near-term next steps for Closed Generics, if any. * Pilot Holistic Review – Updated Terms of Reference in public comment. * GNSO Liaison to GAC – Council to review Liaison’s annual report. * CCOICI – Council to begin reviewing efficacy of this standing committee. * GNSO Council Ops – Reset GNSO Council and elect new Chair and other matters. Please let staff know if you have any questions. Best, Steve Steven Chan  VP, Policy Development Support & GNSO Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) 12025 Waterfront Drive, Suite 300 Los Angeles, CA 90094-2536  Email: steve.chan(a)icann.org<mailto:steve.chan@icann.org> Skype: steve.chan55 Mobile: +1.310.339.4410 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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Re: [council] Motion for the Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations
by Terri Agnew Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Thank you for this Greg, we have added it to the motions wiki page for 21 September meeting<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg>. This motion will need a “Seconded by”, please send to council mailing list and we will add your name. Kindest regards, Terri From: council <council-bounces(a)gnso.icann.org> on behalf of "DiBiase, Gregory via council" <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Reply-To: "DiBiase, Gregory" <dibiase(a)amazon.com> Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 4:52 PM To: "COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG" <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] Motion for the Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations Hi All, Please see the attached draft motion for the Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations for consideration at our September meeting. Please note this is a placeholder motion given that the clarifying statement is still in progress. Thanks, Greg

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Motion for the Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations
by DiBiase, Gregory Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Hi All, Please see the attached draft motion for the Approval of the GNSO Council’s Clarifying Statement Regarding Select Pending SubPro Recommendations for consideration at our September meeting. Please note this is a placeholder motion given that the clarifying statement is still in progress. Thanks, Greg

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Re: [council] [Ext] RE: Proposed Agenda | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Hi Susan, Thank you for this, we will get this added to the 21 September agenda (and below). As a reminder, Leadership uses this anticipated topics for upcoming council meetings planning doc<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAzKcfltI7SWwzXda1NtKxfQ2k-t0o…> for meeting topics and councilors are encouraged to add topics to it at any time. All the best, Terri From: Susan Payne <susan.payne(a)comlaude.com> Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 1:47 PM To: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org>, "council(a)gnso.icann.org" <council(a)gnso.icann.org> Cc: "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org>, "liaison6c(a)gnso.icann.org" <liaison6c(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [Ext] RE: Proposed Agenda | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC Terri would it be possible to add “IGO next steps” as another AOB please. Attaching my email from last month as background. Thanks Susan Susan Payne Head of Legal Policy Com Laude T +44 (0) 20 7421 8250 Ext 255 [cid:image001.png@01D9E4BB.5FE87F30][comlaude.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/comlaude.com/__;!!PtGJab4!-9Sdg_wAB89Btw…> Follow us on Linkedin [t-uk.xink.io]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t-uk.xink.io/Tracking/Index/pRkAAGVfAADw…> and YouTube [t-uk.xink.io]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/t-uk.xink.io/Tracking/Index/bhkAAGVfAADw…> From: council <council-bounces(a)gnso.icann.org> On Behalf Of Terri Agnew via council Sent: Monday, September 11, 2023 2:45 PM To: council(a)gnso.icann.org; liaison6c(a)gnso.icann.org Cc: gnso-secs(a)icann.org Subject: [council] Proposed Agenda | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC Dear all, Please find below the final proposed agenda for the GNSO Council Meeting taking place on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. This has been posted on the agenda wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg>. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri ************* Please note that all documents referenced in the agenda have been gathered on a Wiki page for convenience and easier access: https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg This agenda was established according to the GNSO Operating Procedures [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/…> v3.5, updated on 24 October 2019. For convenience: * An excerpt of the ICANN Bylaws defining the voting thresholds is provided in Appendix 1 at the end of this agenda. * An excerpt from the Council Operating Procedures defining the absentee voting procedures is provided in Appendix 2 at the end of this agenda. GNSO Council meeting on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC: https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd__;!!PtGJab4!-9Sdg_w…>. 14:00 Los Angeles; 17:00 Washington DC; 22:00 London; 23:00 Paris; 00:00 Moscow (Friday); 07:00 Melbourne (Friday) GNSO Council Meeting Remote Participation: https://icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTitiNEVwd2UySEk1QkRESmlFZz09 [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTiti…> Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call. ___________________________________ Item 1: Administrative Matters (5 minutes) 1.1 - Roll Call 1.2 - Updates to Statements of Interest 1.3 - Review / Amend Agenda 1.4 - Note the status of minutes for the previous Council meetings per the GNSO Operating Procedures: Minutes [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> of the GNSO Council meeting on 20 July were posted on 06 August 2023. Minutes [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> of the GNSO Council meeting on 24 August 2023 were posted on 09 September 2023. Item 2: Opening Remarks / Review of Projects & Action List (0 minutes) 2.1 - Review focus areas and provide updates on specific key themes / topics, to include review of Projects List [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/council/project__;!!Pt…> and Action Item List. <https://community.icann.org/x/RgZlAg> Item 3: Consent Agenda (0 minutes) Item 4: COUNCIL VOTE - GNSO Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement (CCOICI) Recommendations Report on Review of the Statement of Interest (SOI) Requirements (10 minutes) The GNSO Framework for Continuous Improvement Pilot was initiated in June 2021 to determine whether the framework, as outlined here [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/drafts/continuous-impr…>, could serve as an approach for dealing with the various projects that are focused on improvements to GNSO processes and procedures. The CCOICI tasked<https://community.icann.org/x/NAAiCw> the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) Task Force to address the following questions: 1. Is the original objective of the SOI, as stated in the BGC WG Report, still valid? If not, why not and what should the current objective be? 2. Based on the response to question 1), is the requested information to be provided as part of the SOI still fit for purpose? If not, why not, and what would need to be changed to make it fit for purpose? 3. Are there any further measures that should be considered from an enforcement / escalation perspective, in addition or instead of those already included in the requirements? The Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement (CCOICI) submitted to the GNSO Council for consideration its Recommendations Report following its review of the Recommendations Report submitted to the CCOICI by the GNSO Statement of Interest Task Force based on their review of the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) Requirements as well as their review of the input received in response to the public comment forum. During the meeting in August 2023, Manju Chen presented an overview of the CCOICI Recommendations Report [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> on the SOI Requirements Here, the Council will vote on the CCOICI Recommendations Report [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> on the SOI Requirements. 4.1 – Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Manju Chen, CCOICI Chair) 4.2 – Council discussion 4.3 – Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 5: COUNCIL VOTE - Charter for Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations (10 minutes) On 13 September 2022, ICANN org published a WHOIS Disclosure System (System) Design Paper<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/whois-disclosure-system-design-…> based on the "proof of concept" approach outlined by the Small Team. The GNSO Council informed the ICANN Board on 17 November 2022<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/ducos-to-sinha-17nov22…> that the Council unanimously accepted the Addendum to the Preliminary Report [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> (Addendum) prepared by the Small Team and supported the implementation of the System. On 27 February 2023, the ICANN Board directed<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> ICANN org to “proceed to develop and launch the System as soon as possible”. The ICANN Board also “directed ICANN org to continue to engage with the Phase 2 Small Team throughout the development and operation of the System, and ensure periodic publication of the collected usage data, once operational". On 15 March 2023, GNSO Council instructed [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> the small team to continue working with ICANN org on the implementation of the System as well as “provide the Council with a recommendation on the approach and format through which, following implementation of the system, data should be reviewed and analyzed to help inform subsequent decisions on how to proceed with the SSAD recommendations”. On 8 September, the small team shared with the GNSO Council the proposed charter [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1IFmCY1xEtWy7…> for a Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations. Here, the Council will vote on the charter for the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee 5.1 - Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Sebastien Ducos, Chair of EPDP Phase 2 Small Team) 5.2 - Council Discussion 5.3 - Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 6: COUNCIL VOTE - SubPro Clarifying Statement on Registry Voluntary Commitments (RVCs) and Public Interest Commitments (PICs) (20 minutes) During its informal session at ICANN76 and the subsequent Council meeting, the Council discussed and agreed [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> to task a small team of interested councilors to review the recommendations that the Board placed in a pending status and suggest to the full Council how the underlying concerns that caused the pending status can be best addressed (i.e., a limited triage exercise). Since ICANN76, the Council SubPro Small Team has met several times and has completed a comprehensive review of the issues chart, with Board member input on why the Board placed specific recommendations into a pending status. The Council discussed the main output of that triage effort, the proposed paths forward for each pending recommendation, during an Extraordinary Meeting on 4 May. During that meeting, the Council agreed to further task the small team with taking interim steps (e.g., provision of clarifying information, developing speaking points) in order to support the Council’s dialogue with the ICANN Board on 22 May<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=240617931>. The Council debriefed after the dialogue with the ICANN Board and discussed next steps. During the ICANN77 Day 0 Session, the Council heard from the members of the Board regarding the Board’s views on potential “landing spots” on the pending recommendations. During its August meeting, the Council approved a clarifying statement for a number of pending recommendations, though it removed text in the Clarifying Statement relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs and holding this over to a future Clarifying Statement, pending further feedback from the ICANN Board. Additional feedback was delivered to the small team and subsequently considered. Here, the Council will vote on the clarifying statement relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs. 6.1 – Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Paul McGrady, SubPro Small Team Chair) 6.2 – Council discussion 6.3 - Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 7: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - SubPro Small Team Updated Assignment Form (20 minutes) During its informal session at ICANN76 and the subsequent Council meeting, the Council discussed and agreed [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/polic…> to task a small team of interested councilors to review the recommendations that the Board placed in a pending status and suggest to the full Council how the underlying concerns that caused the pending status can be best addressed (i.e., a limited triage exercise). Since ICANN76, the Council SubPro Small Team has met several times and has completed a comprehensive review of the issues chart, with Board member input on why the Board placed specific recommendations into a pending status. The Council discussed the main output of that triage effort, the proposed paths forward for each pending recommendation, during an Extraordinary Meeting on 4 May. During that meeting, the Council agreed to further task the small team with taking interim steps (e.g., provision of clarifying information, developing speaking points) in order to support the Council’s dialogue with the ICANN Board on 22 May<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=240617931>. The Council debriefed after the dialogue with the ICANN Board and discussed next steps. During the ICANN77 Day 0 Session, the Council heard from the members of the Board regarding the Board’s views on potential “landing spots” on the pending recommendations. As the triage exercise is now complete, the Small Team’s assignment form has been updated to reflect the updated assignment regarding how the non-adopted recommendations should be handled, e.g., supplemental recommendation, Section 16, etc. Here, the Council will hear an update on the proposed updated assignment form. 7.1 - Introduction of Topic (Paul McGrady, Chair of SubPro Small Team) 7.2 - Council Discussion 7.3 - Next Steps Item 8: ICANN78 Planning (15 minutes) During ICANN78, the GNSO Council has the following meetings and events scheduled: Saturday, 21 October * 13:15-14:30 - Joint At-Large & GNSO meeting * 15:00-16:00 - GNSO Council small team - SubPro Pending Recommendations * 16:30-18:00 - GNSO celebration session (16:30-17:30 event & 17:30-18:00 cocktail) * Time TBD: GNSO Council dinner Sunday, 22 October * 09:00-10:00 - GNSO Working Session 1 of 2 * 10:30-12:00 - GNSO Working Session 2 of 2 * 13:15-14:30 - Joint ccNSO & GNSO meeting Monday, 23 October * 15:00-16:00 - Joint GAC GNSO meeting Tuesday, 24 October * 17:45-18:45 - GNSO Council Informal meeting [closed] Wednesday, 25 October * 09:00-10:00 - ICANN Board & GNSO Council * 13:00-15:00- GNSO Council Meeting * 15:15-15:45 – GNSO Council Admin Thursday, 26 October * 13:15-14:30 – GNSO Council Wrap-up Here, the Council will receive an overview of the current block schedule and plan for its in-person meetings. 8.1 - Introduction of Topic (Greg DiBiase, Council Vice Chair) 8.2 - Council Discussion 8.3 - Next Steps Item 9: Cross Community Working Group - Auction Proceeds Response (20 minutes) On 17 July 2023, Xavier Calvez sent a written update<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2023-August/027220.html> on the progress of ICANN org’s implementation of the Cross Community Working Group’s - Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP) Final Report. The update noted the implementation work will result in the launch of the ICANN Grant Program at the end of the first quarter of 2024. The program will distribute the 2012 New gTLD Program [newgtlds.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/newgtlds.icann.org/en/about/program__;!!…> Auction Proceeds in line with the recommendations, as adopted by the ICANN Board<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> in June 2022. As implementation progresses, ICANN org has considered organizing a meeting, with former members of the CCWG-AP, should any of the former members be interested and available to participate. This will help to ensure that implementation preserves the intent of the group’s recommendations. Here, the Council will discuss a response to this message. 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Proposed Agenda | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Dear all, Please find below the final proposed agenda for the GNSO Council Meeting taking place on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. This has been posted on the agenda wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/r4XxDg>. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri ************* Please note that all documents referenced in the agenda have been gathered on a Wiki page for convenience and easier access: https://community.icann.org/x/rIXxDg This agenda was established according to the GNSO Operating Procedures<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/op-proced…> v3.5, updated on 24 October 2019. For convenience: * An excerpt of the ICANN Bylaws defining the voting thresholds is provided in Appendix 1 at the end of this agenda. * An excerpt from the Council Operating Procedures defining the absentee voting procedures is provided in Appendix 2 at the end of this agenda. GNSO Council meeting on Thursday, 21 September 2023 at 21:00 UTC: https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd. 14:00 Los Angeles; 17:00 Washington DC; 22:00 London; 23:00 Paris; 00:00 Moscow (Friday); 07:00 Melbourne (Friday) GNSO Council Meeting Remote Participation: https://icann.zoom.us/j/97891627902?pwd=RURCTitiNEVwd2UySEk1QkRESmlFZz09 Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call. ___________________________________ Item 1: Administrative Matters (5 minutes) 1.1 - Roll Call 1.2 - Updates to Statements of Interest 1.3 - Review / Amend Agenda 1.4 - Note the status of minutes for the previous Council meetings per the GNSO Operating Procedures: Minutes<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> of the GNSO Council meeting on 20 July were posted on 06 August 2023. Minutes<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> of the GNSO Council meeting on 24 August 2023 were posted on 09 September 2023. Item 2: Opening Remarks / Review of Projects & Action List (0 minutes) 2.1 - Review focus areas and provide updates on specific key themes / topics, to include review of Projects List<https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/project> and Action Item List. <https://community.icann.org/x/RgZlAg> Item 3: Consent Agenda (0 minutes) Item 4: COUNCIL VOTE - GNSO Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement (CCOICI) Recommendations Report on Review of the Statement of Interest (SOI) Requirements (10 minutes) The GNSO Framework for Continuous Improvement Pilot was initiated in June 2021 to determine whether the framework, as outlined here<https://gnso.icann.org/en/drafts/continuous-improvement-oversight-implement…>, could serve as an approach for dealing with the various projects that are focused on improvements to GNSO processes and procedures. The CCOICI tasked<https://community.icann.org/x/NAAiCw> the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) Task Force to address the following questions: 1. Is the original objective of the SOI, as stated in the BGC WG Report, still valid? If not, why not and what should the current objective be? 2. Based on the response to question 1), is the requested information to be provided as part of the SOI still fit for purpose? If not, why not, and what would need to be changed to make it fit for purpose? 3. Are there any further measures that should be considered from an enforcement / escalation perspective, in addition or instead of those already included in the requirements? The Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement (CCOICI) submitted to the GNSO Council for consideration its Recommendations Report following its review of the Recommendations Report submitted to the CCOICI by the GNSO Statement of Interest Task Force based on their review of the GNSO Statement of Interest (SOI) Requirements as well as their review of the input received in response to the public comment forum. During the meeting in August 2023, Manju Chen presented an overview of the CCOICI Recommendations Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/correspondence/chen-…> on the SOI Requirements Here, the Council will vote on the CCOICI Recommendations Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/correspondence/chen-…> on the SOI Requirements. 4.1 – Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Manju Chen, CCOICI Chair) 4.2 – Council discussion 4.3 – Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 5: COUNCIL VOTE - Charter for Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations (10 minutes) On 13 September 2022, ICANN org published a WHOIS Disclosure System (System) Design Paper<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/whois-disclosure-system-design-…> based on the "proof of concept" approach outlined by the Small Team. The GNSO Council informed the ICANN Board on 17 November 2022<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/ducos-to-sinha-17nov22…> that the Council unanimously accepted the Addendum to the Preliminary Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2022/correspondence/ducos…> (Addendum) prepared by the Small Team and supported the implementation of the System. On 27 February 2023, the ICANN Board directed<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> ICANN org to “proceed to develop and launch the System as soon as possible”. The ICANN Board also “directed ICANN org to continue to engage with the Phase 2 Small Team throughout the development and operation of the System, and ensure periodic publication of the collected usage data, once operational". On 15 March 2023, GNSO Council instructed<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> the small team to continue working with ICANN org on the implementation of the System as well as “provide the Council with a recommendation on the approach and format through which, following implementation of the system, data should be reviewed and analyzed to help inform subsequent decisions on how to proceed with the SSAD recommendations”. On 8 September, the small team shared with the GNSO Council the proposed charter<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IFmCY1xEtWy7IoyM-uSYiRkzFkc0jLdM/edit?p…> for a Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee to help inform the next steps on the SSAD policy recommendations. Here, the Council will vote on the charter for the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Standing Committee 5.1 - Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Sebastien Ducos, Chair of EPDP Phase 2 Small Team) 5.2 - Council Discussion 5.3 - Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 6: COUNCIL VOTE - SubPro Clarifying Statement on Registry Voluntary Commitments (RVCs) and Public Interest Commitments (PICs) (20 minutes) During its informal session at ICANN76 and the subsequent Council meeting, the Council discussed and agreed<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> to task a small team of interested councilors to review the recommendations that the Board placed in a pending status and suggest to the full Council how the underlying concerns that caused the pending status can be best addressed (i.e., a limited triage exercise). Since ICANN76, the Council SubPro Small Team has met several times and has completed a comprehensive review of the issues chart, with Board member input on why the Board placed specific recommendations into a pending status. The Council discussed the main output of that triage effort, the proposed paths forward for each pending recommendation, during an Extraordinary Meeting on 4 May. During that meeting, the Council agreed to further task the small team with taking interim steps (e.g., provision of clarifying information, developing speaking points) in order to support the Council’s dialogue with the ICANN Board on 22 May<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=240617931>. The Council debriefed after the dialogue with the ICANN Board and discussed next steps. During the ICANN77 Day 0 Session, the Council heard from the members of the Board regarding the Board’s views on potential “landing spots” on the pending recommendations. During its August meeting, the Council approved a clarifying statement for a number of pending recommendations, though it removed text in the Clarifying Statement relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs and holding this over to a future Clarifying Statement, pending further feedback from the ICANN Board. Additional feedback was delivered to the small team and subsequently considered. Here, the Council will vote on the clarifying statement relating to the enforceability of PICs and RVCs. 6.1 – Presentation of motion<https://community.icann.org/x/sYXxDg> (Paul McGrady, SubPro Small Team Chair) 6.2 – Council discussion 6.3 - Council Vote (voting threshold: simple majority) Item 7: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - SubPro Small Team Updated Assignment Form (20 minutes) During its informal session at ICANN76 and the subsequent Council meeting, the Council discussed and agreed<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> to task a small team of interested councilors to review the recommendations that the Board placed in a pending status and suggest to the full Council how the underlying concerns that caused the pending status can be best addressed (i.e., a limited triage exercise). Since ICANN76, the Council SubPro Small Team has met several times and has completed a comprehensive review of the issues chart, with Board member input on why the Board placed specific recommendations into a pending status. The Council discussed the main output of that triage effort, the proposed paths forward for each pending recommendation, during an Extraordinary Meeting on 4 May. During that meeting, the Council agreed to further task the small team with taking interim steps (e.g., provision of clarifying information, developing speaking points) in order to support the Council’s dialogue with the ICANN Board on 22 May<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=240617931>. The Council debriefed after the dialogue with the ICANN Board and discussed next steps. During the ICANN77 Day 0 Session, the Council heard from the members of the Board regarding the Board’s views on potential “landing spots” on the pending recommendations. As the triage exercise is now complete, the Small Team’s assignment form has been updated to reflect the updated assignment regarding how the non-adopted recommendations should be handled, e.g., supplemental recommendation, Section 16, etc. Here, the Council will hear an update on the proposed updated assignment form. 7.1 - Introduction of Topic (Paul McGrady, Chair of SubPro Small Team) 7.2 - Council Discussion 7.3 - Next Steps Item 8: ICANN78 Planning (15 minutes) During ICANN78, the GNSO Council has the following meetings and events scheduled: Saturday, 21 October * 13:15-14:30 - Joint At-Large & GNSO meeting * 15:00-16:00 - GNSO Council small team - SubPro Pending Recommendations * 16:30-18:00 - GNSO celebration session (16:30-17:30 event & 17:30-18:00 cocktail) * Time TBD: GNSO Council dinner Sunday, 22 October * 09:00-10:00 - GNSO Working Session 1 of 2 * 10:30-12:00 - GNSO Working Session 2 of 2 * 13:15-14:30 - Joint ccNSO & GNSO meeting Monday, 23 October * 15:00-16:00 - Joint GAC GNSO meeting Tuesday, 24 October * 17:45-18:45 - GNSO Council Informal meeting [closed] Wednesday, 25 October * 09:00-10:00 - ICANN Board & GNSO Council * 13:00-15:00- GNSO Council Meeting * 15:15-15:45 – GNSO Council Admin Thursday, 26 October * 13:15-14:30 – GNSO Council Wrap-up Here, the Council will receive an overview of the current block schedule and plan for its in-person meetings. 8.1 - Introduction of Topic (Greg DiBiase, Council Vice Chair) 8.2 - Council Discussion 8.3 - Next Steps Item 9: Cross Community Working Group - Auction Proceeds Response (20 minutes) On 17 July 2023, Xavier Calvez sent a written update<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2023-August/027220.html> on the progress of ICANN org’s implementation of the Cross Community Working Group’s - Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP) Final Report. The update noted the implementation work will result in the launch of the ICANN Grant Program at the end of the first quarter of 2024. The program will distribute the 2012 New gTLD Program<https://newgtlds.icann.org/en/about/program> Auction Proceeds in line with the recommendations, as adopted by the ICANN Board<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> in June 2022. As implementation progresses, ICANN org has considered organizing a meeting, with former members of the CCWG-AP, should any of the former members be interested and available to participate. This will help to ensure that implementation preserves the intent of the group’s recommendations. Here, the Council will discuss a response to this message. Specifically, the Council is asked to consider if it is comfortable with former CCWG-AP members engaging in a conversation with ICANN org or whether the discussion should be conducted differently . 9.1 - Introduction of Topic (John McElwaine, Council Vice Chair) 9.2 - Council Discussion 9.3 - Next Steps Item 10: ANY OTHER BUSINESS (20 minutes) 10.1 GNSO Prep Week Webinar - Tuesday - 10 October at 13:00 UTC 10.2 Planning for GNSO Council Strategic Planning Session 10.3 ccNSO [& GAC] Liaison updates 10.4 Review of CCOICI pilot _______________________________ Appendix 1: GNSO Council Voting Thresholds (ICANN Bylaws, Article 11, Section 11.3(i)) See https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/governance/bylaws-en/#article11. Appendix 2: GNSO Council Absentee Voting Procedures (GNSO Operating Procedures, Section 4.4) See https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/op-proced… References for Coordinated Universal Time of 21:00 UTC Local time between March and October in the NORTHERN hemisphere See https://www.timeanddate.com/time/change/ for Dates for Daylight Saving Time and Clock Changes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- California, USA (PDT) UTC-7 14:00 San José, Costa Rica (CDT) UTC-6 15:00 New York/Washington DC, USA (EDT) UTC-4 17:00 Buenos Aires, Argentina (ART) UTC-3 18:00 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (WAT) UTC+1 22:00 Paris, France (CEST) UTC+2 23:00 Moscow, Russia (MSK) UTC+3 00:00 (Friday) Singapore (SGT) UTC+8 05:00 (Friday) Melbourne, Australia (AEST) UTC+10 07:00 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- US and Canada: DST starts on Sunday 12 March 2023 (with exceptions) European countries: DST starts on Sunday 26 March 2023 (with exceptions) DST ends on Sunday 29 October 2023 for most European countries DST ends on Sunday 05 November 2023 for most of the US and Canada Some parts of Australia: DST ends on Sunday 02 April 2023 Some parts of Australia: DST starts on Sunday 01 October 2023 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For other places see http://www.timeanddate.com<http://www.timeanddate.com/> and https://tinyurl.com/3h2a9edd.

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FW: [Ext] ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years
by Julie Bisland Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, September 11, 2023 at 10:02 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=a1793ac1-eec6-42cd-8ad3-82a2488bff1c&a=112202…] Monday, 11 September 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=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> 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 · WEDNESDAY: Translation Deadlines · FRIDAY: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years · NEW: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable Action Items · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 WEDNESDAY: 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 FRIDAY: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Board Launches Strategic Planning Process for the Next Five Years The Board Strategic Planning Committee (BSPC) leads the strategic planning process on behalf of the Board, and ICANN org works closely with the BSPC and the Board to support this work. The outcome of this process will be a new five-year strategic plan. Please join the informational webinar on 21 September 2023 at 16:00 UTC. The webinar will include an overview of the strategic planning approach, process, timeline, and how to participate. Register here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> NEW: Cross RALO ICANN 25th Anniversary Roundtable At-Large invites you to attend this exciting virtual Cross RALO Roundtable with honoured guest speakers. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Action Items 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> 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=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 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=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>. Volume 5, Issue 66 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 14 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0011rb6gRFl_jIJqBwt…>

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Final Reminder | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 11 September 2023 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 21 September at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 11, 2023

Sept. 11, 2023

Dear all, Reports, motions and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 11 September 2023 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 21 September at 21:00 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/sYXxDg Thank you. Terri

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EPDP-IDNs Self-Assessment Survey Result
by Ariel Liang Sept. 8, 2023

Sept. 8, 2023

Hello everyone, As you may recall, in March 2023, the GNSO Council approved a process and questionnaire for Working Groups to conduct periodic Self-Assessments during their lifecycle. These periodic surveys are intended to supplement Self-Assessments that already occur when a Working Group closes. The goal is to provide the GNSO Council with important information about how its Working Groups are functioning and whether there are any issues that may need to be addressed as the Working Group proceeds. After the EPDP-IDNs Team delivered its Phase 1 Initial Report for public comment, this Self-Assessment survey was conducted as an opportunity for the Team to reflect on how it is functioning and whether there are areas that may benefit from improvement. The survey was closed on 3 July 2023. Please find attached the report summarizing the aggregated responses to all the survey questions. This report was shared with the GNSO Council leadership and the EPDP-IDNs Team on 12 July and posted on the EPDP public wiki. For transparency and accountability purposes, this report is now shared with the full GNSO Council upon the leadership request. Please be so kind to review and share any questions or concerns you may have. Thank you, Ariel Ariel Xinyue Liang Policy Development Support Manager Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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SubPro Small Team updated assignment form
by DiBiase, Gregory Sept. 7, 2023

Sept. 7, 2023

Dear All, Please find here<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yDgWIwKZqKk0WY0q7CS2pf7aD4VupCWV/edit> the proposed updated SubPro small team assignment form that has been put forward by the small team following the feedback received from Council during its last meeting. We'll have an opportunity to further review this during our upcoming meeting, should there be any questions or concerns. I would like to request at this stage whether there any objection for the small team continuing its work between now and the next Council meeting on the assumption that the Council will be supportive of the updated assignment so it can keep the momentum going. FWIW, the next SubPro small team meeting is scheduled for coming Monday 11 September. Thanks, Greg

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FW: Updated GDS Liaison Guidelines
by Marika Konings Sept. 7, 2023

Sept. 7, 2023

Dear All, Please see the message below from our GDS colleagues in relation to the updated GDS Liaison Guidelines. Best regards, Marika ================== Dear Council Members, Based on feedback provided by Council members at ICANN76, ICANN org has updated the “Guidelines for ICANN org Global Domains & Strategy Liaisons to the Policy Development Process<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/guideline…>”. Please find attached the updated version (dated 6 September 2023) as well as a redlined version. The updated version includes additions to the “Role of the GDS Liaison” related to the coordination between the GDS and Board Liaisons as well as the identification of dependencies with other ongoing PDPs or community work. ICANN org welcomes your feedback on these updates and will plan to provide an overview during the Policy Implementation update at the GNSO Council working session at ICANN78. Thank you, Jared Erwin

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: Chair’s Blog: September Board Workshop Preview
by Terri Agnew Sept. 7, 2023

Sept. 7, 2023

FYI [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=cc259fdd-bb55-483f-ac89-8c4981384246&a=112202…] Thursday, 07 September 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=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> 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 · NEXT WEEK: Translation Deadlines · NEXT WEEK: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open · Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Executive Team Announcement · NEW: Chair’s Blog: September Board Workshop Preview Action Items · NEW 🔥 ACTION I: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 Public Comment · GNSO Guidance Process Applicant Support Guidance Recommendation Initial Report · ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs · ccNSO Proposed Policy for a Specific ccTLD Related Review Mechanism · Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation ICANN78 NEXT WEEK: 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 NEXT WEEK: ICANN78 Community Childcare Grants Program Application Now Open The program facilitates in-person participation of community members with children who are 12 years old or younger at ICANN public meetings and eligible ICANN events. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 | Application form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Registration for ICANN78 is Now Open Registration is now open for the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting, which will be held both virtually and in-person from 21-26 October 2023 in Hamburg, Germany. ICANN78 will mark the organization's 25th Annual General Meeting. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> to learn more about how to register. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Executive Team Announcement Gina Villavicencio, Senior Vice President of Global Human Resources, has resigned. Her last day was Tuesday, 5 September. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> NEW: Chair’s Blog: September Board Workshop Preview The Board Workshop takes place 8–10 September in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye. While there, the Board will have the opportunity to meet with ICANN organization (org) staff at the Istanbul Regional Office, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Action Items NEW 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN79 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the North American region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN79 Community Forum Meeting. ICANN79 is scheduled to be held in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 2–7 March 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> 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=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Open for Submissions: 31 July 2023 Closed for Submissions: 11 September 2023 ccNSO PDP4 Initial Report on the (de-)selection of IDN ccTLDs [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Open for Submissions: 16 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 27 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=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Open for Submissions: 01 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 28 September 2023 Proposed Updates to Existing Rights Protection Mechanisms Documentation [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> Open for Submissions: 24 August 2023 Closed for Submissions: 03 October 2023 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…>. Volume 5, Issue 65 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…> | Next Issue: Monday, 11 September 2023 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001nj5fAlD16BbdePUO…>

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UPDATED PLACEHOLDER | ICANN78 Prep-week | GNSO Policy Webinar
by ICANN Policy Calendar Sept. 6, 2023

Sept. 6, 2023

Meeting: ICANN78 GNSO Prep Week Webinar Date/Time: Tuesday, 10 October 2023 at 13:00 UTC for 1 hour **Presenters: Make sure all have registered for ICANN78– link below. Participation Links Zoom participation links will be published 24 hours before the session starts. For more information on how to participate, visit: https://meetings.icann.org/en/icann78 Prep Week schedule will be scheduled on 25 September 2023.

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Reminder: Input welcome on GNSO Council agenda for 2023 meetings
by Terri Agnew Sept. 6, 2023

Sept. 6, 2023

Dear councilors, A reminder to all that a Google doc<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> is open for all to add their suggestions and comments to the upcoming GNSO Council meeting agendas. This does not have to be in the form of a full agenda item proposal, simple comments and questions are equally welcome! You are welcome to add to the document<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> via the comments feature. Thank you! Kind regards, Terri

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REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 11 September 2023 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 21 September at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Sept. 6, 2023

Sept. 6, 2023

Dear all, Reports, motions and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 11 September 2023 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 21 September at 21:00 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/sYXxDg Thank you. Terri

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Re: [council] [Ext] Re: Draft minutes of the Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting 24 August 2023
by Devan Reed Sept. 5, 2023

Sept. 5, 2023

Hi Kurt, Thank you so much for your review. The minutes will be updated! Kind regards, Devan From: "kurt kjpritz.com" <kurt(a)kjpritz.com> Date: Friday, September 1, 2023 at 8:31 PM To: Devan Reed <devan.reed(a)icann.org> Cc: "council(a)gnso.icann.org" <council(a)gnso.icann.org>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] Re: [council] Draft minutes of the Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting 24 August 2023 Thank you Devan: I think (unless others have a different recollection) my intervention in the closed generics discussion: Kurt Pritz, RySG, commented that this niche issue has taken up hundreds of hours of community time rather than on discussions about Web 3.0, UN discussions on internet governance, or internet fragmentation. Kurt Pritz, RySG, also commented that the SubPro Final Report was unsure of the status quo regarding Closed Generics, and noted that contradicting the Final Report is inappropraite (sic). Could be, Kurt Pritz, RySG, commented that this niche issue has taken up hundreds of hours of community time rather than on discussions about Web 3.0, UN discussions on internet governance, or internet fragmentation. Kurt Pritz, RySG, also commented that the proposed letter, as written, inappropriately changed the SubPro Final Report recommendations, which left the issue on whether to delegate Closed Generics to the Board. Kurt cited the ICANN staff letter to the Facilitated Discussion team that indicated if the Facilitated discussion did not result in a framework, the issue needed to be decided by the Board. If others have a different or clearer recollection, I welcome comments. Regards, Kurt On 31 Aug 2023, at 5:06 am, Devan Reed via council <council(a)gnso.icann.org<mailto:council@gnso.icann.org>> wrote: Dear Councilors, Attached, please find the draft minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting held on 24 August 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 09 September 2023 Thank you. Kind Regards, Devan <24 August 2023 Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting .docx>_______________________________________________ council mailing list council(a)gnso.icann.org<mailto:council@gnso.icann.org> https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/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.

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FW: [gnso-chairs] FW: Update on the Grant Program Implementation
by Marika Konings Sept. 5, 2023

Sept. 5, 2023

Dear All, Per the action item from the last Council meeting, please review the information below and consider the ask: “please let us know if you are comfortable in having them [former CCWG-AP members] engage in this conversation or whether it should be held differently”. You are encouraged to share your feedback on the mailing list so that Council leadership can provide a response to Xavier. Best regards, Marika From: Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org> Reply to: "Sebastien(a)registry.godaddy" <Sebastien(a)registry.godaddy> Date: Friday, 18 August 2023 at 11:04 To: "COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG" <council(a)gnso.icann.org>, "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Subject: [gnso-chairs] FW: Update on the Grant Program Implementation Dear Council Colleagues, Please find below an email I received from Xavier Calvez with updates on the Grant Program Implementation. This will be discussed as our last AOB next week. Given our usual time squeeze at the end of our meetings, please make sure you come ready with questions – possibly sending them in advance to ensure we can source answers. Kindly, Sebastien Ducos GoDaddy Registry | Senior Client Services Manager [signature_1974744916] +33612284445 France & Australia sebastien(a)registry.godaddy<mailto:sebastien@registry.godaddy> From: Xavier Calvez <xavier.calvez(a)icann.org> Date: Saturday, 12 August 2023 at 01:22 To: XXX Cc: Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Maarten Botterman <maarten.botterman(a)board.icann.org>, Sally Costerton <sally.costerton(a)icann.org>, David Olive <david.olive(a)icann.org>, Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> Subject: Update on the Grant Program Implementation Dear SO/AC Chairs, I am contacting you in your capacity as Chairs of the Chartering Organizations of the Cross-Community Working Group on Auction Proceeds (CCWG-AP). After the CCWG-AP concluded its work in 2020, each Chartering Organization approved the report before it was provided to the ICANN Board for consideration. As you may have seen in blog posts and community sessions, the ICANN Board adopted the CCWG-AP recommendations, and ICANN org is working toward implementation. Attached you will find an update that I sent to the former members of the CCWG-AP (as appointed by your organizations). Last month, the ICANN Board Chair also sent an email to the former members of the CCWG-AP to inform them of the Board’s intention to direct ICANN org to change the implementation path of the CCWG-AP’s Recommendation 7, which was focused on limiting the use of ICANN’s accountability mechanisms to challenge individual application decisions made by the independent assessment panel. As part of its recommendation, the CCWG-AP included that this limitation should be achieved through changing the ICANN Bylaws on the Reconsideration Request and Independent Review Processes to specify this carve out. Instead of touching ICANN’s core accountability mechanisms in the Bylaws, the ICANN Board intends to now direct ICANN org to achieve this recommendation through the applicant terms and conditions that grant applicants will agree to when submitting their grant application. More information can be found in the attached email. Because the Board is looking to direct ICANN org to implement the CCWG-AP’s recommendation to limit access to ICANN’s accountability mechanisms in a different manner than the CCWG-AP contemplated, the Board agreed it was important to give advance notice to those who formed that recommendation. At the same time, acknowledging that the chartering organizations approved the CCWG-AP Final Report and its recommendations, we are also providing this information directly to the Chartering Organizations. In addition, we will make sure that an email exchange with one of the former CCWG-AP members in response to the Chair’s email is moved to a publicly archived mailing list so that there is a transparent record of these communications. A copy of that exchange is also provided for your reference. The Board recognizes the significance of its forthcoming action - both in terms of maintaining the community working group’s recommendation to limit access to ICANN’s accountability mechanisms and in identifying a new, limited path forward to doing so that does not involve changes to these most fundamental of ICANN Bylaws. When taken, the Board’s resolution will be accompanied by a detailed rationale acknowledging the uniqueness of this situation along with the Board’s acknowledgement that contracts should only be considered as tools for limiting the use of ICANN’s accountability mechanism when the community has recommended that access to accountability mechanisms be limited in specific circumstances. The ICANN org team looks forward to providing further public updates on the progress of the ICANN Grant Program across various communication avenues. The creation of the former CCWG-AP members list is one of them, as is this email to you. Recognizing that the former members of the CCWG-AP now act in their individual capacity, please let us know if you are comfortable in having them engage in this conversation or whether it should be held differently. Please let me know any question you may have. Kind regards, Xavier In copy: Tripti Sinha, ICANN Board chair Maarten Botterman, ICANN Board member, chair of the Board Caucus on the Grant Program Sally Costerton, ICANN President and CEO David Olive, SVP Policy Development and Support Giovanni Seppia, VP Implementation Operations 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

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FW: [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Sebastien Ducos - RE: GNSO Council’s 2022-23 Strategic Planning Session
by Sebastien＠registry.godaddy Sept. 5, 2023

Sept. 5, 2023

Dear Council Colleagues, Please find attached a correspondence from the Board in response to our February report on our last SPS. Kindly, Sebastien Ducos GoDaddy Registry | Senior Client Services Manager [signature_111413363] +33612284445 France & Australia sebastien(a)registry.godaddy<mailto:sebastien@registry.godaddy> From: Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Wendy Profit via Gnso-chairs <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org> Date: Sunday, 3 September 2023 at 4:41 pm To: gnso-chairs(a)icann.org <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>, gnso-secs(a)icann.org <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Cc: Secretary <secretary(a)icann.org>, Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Correspondence <Correspondence(a)icann.org>, Board Ops Team <board-ops-team(a)icann.org> Subject: [gnso-chairs] [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Sebastien Ducos - RE: GNSO Council’s 2022-23 Strategic Planning Session Caution: This email is from an external sender. Please do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Forward suspicious emails to isitbad@. Dear Sebastien Ducos, Please find the attached letter from Tripti Sinha regarding the GNSO Council’s 2022-2023 Strategic Planning Session. Thank you and best regards, Wendy Profit Board Operations Senior Manager ICANN

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Proposed draft ALAC-GAC-GNSO Chairs' letter to the Board
by John McElwaine Sept. 3, 2023

Sept. 3, 2023

Dear Councilors, Based upon discussions on the list and at the Council Meeting on Thursday, August 25, GNSO Council Leadership and staff have prepared the attached letter edited in a way that we believe to be in line with the Council's discussions. Please provide any revisions, questions or comments in a reply to the list, keeping in mind this remains a joint GNSO/GAC/ALAC statement. Once the Council has a draft, we will send this to the ALAC and GAC chairs. Please provide your comments by Tuesday, September 5 at 22:00 UTC. 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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