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REMINDER | Action needed | Call for Volunteers | SPIRT Charter Drafting Team | Due by 05 February 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 30, 2024

Jan. 30, 2024

**Reminder: action needed by 05 February 2024 Dear GNSO Council, The Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Council seeks volunteers to serve on a Drafting Team that will develop a charter for the Standing Predictability Implementation Review Team (SPIRT). The SPIRT will be the body empowered to provide input to the GNSO Council, the ICANN Board, ICANN org, and the ICANN community on unforeseen issues arising for the Next Round of the New gTLD Program after the approval by the ICANN Board of the Applicant Guidebook (AGB). What This Drafting Team Will Do The Drafting Team is expected to develop a draft Charter for the SPIRT, which is a group recommended in the new gTLD Subsequent Procedures Final Report. The Drafting Team’s only task is to develop the draft Charter for the SPIRT, with the Charter being subject to GNSO Council approval. As background and for context, the SPIRT will utilize an output called the Predictability Framework, which will be an output of the implementation effort for New gTLD Subsequent Procedures as developed by ICANN org, in coordination with the Implementation Review Team (IRT). This Drafting Team will NOT be responsible for developing the Predictability Framework, but will be responsible for the limited task of determining how the SPIRT will utilize the Predictability Framework, by preparing the draft Charter. In developing the draft Charter, the Drafting Team will be expected to consider elements such as the composition of the SPIRT, detailing how issues are raised to the SPIRT procedurally, defining operating principles and decision-making, and other important aspects to support the proper functioning of the SPIRT. The New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Final Report included an annex [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/…> that provides detailed guidance on how the SPIRT should operate. The content included in this annex should serve as the starting point for the Drafting Team in developing the draft Charter, but the Drafting Team may determine that improvements can be made to what is suggested in that annex. The SPIRT Charter is a requirement for establishing the SPIRT. However, the SPIRT and the Predictability Framework are by definition, not intended to operate until the AGB is approved by the ICANN Board. Nevertheless, the Council anticipates that this Drafting Team should be able to complete its work in a timely manner (i.e., no more than 3 months), given the extensive existing details included in the annex. Who Should Join The GNSO Council invites interested parties within the GNSO community (i.e., GNSO's stakeholder groups and constituencies), as well as parties from other Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees to join the Drafting Team. The GNSO Council asks that volunteers take into account the expected membership criteria for this Drafting Team: · Possess basic knowledge of the New gTLD Program from 2012; · Be familiar with the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Final Report, especially Topic 2 on Predictability and Annex E on the Predictability Framework; · Be familiar with GNSO Working Group Guidelines [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/…> and Policy Development Process; · Be available to actively contribute to the discussion and activities of the Drafting Team for the duration of the effort; and, · Update your Statement of Interest in accordance with Section 5 of the GNSO Operating Procedures. How to Join GNSO community members who wish to join the Drafting Team should contact the GNSO Secretariat at gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> by 05 February 2024. Background For more information and to better prepare for participation on this Drafting Team, please read Topic 2: Predictability [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/…> in the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Final Report, as well as Annex E [gnso.icann.org]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/…>. Thank you. With best regards, Greg DiBiase, GNSO Chair Nacho Amadoz, GNSO Council Vice-Chair Tomslin Samme-Nlar, GNSO Council Vice-Chair On behalf of GNSO Council Leadership

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FW: [Ext] WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors
by Julie Bisland Jan. 29, 2024

Jan. 29, 2024

FYI From: ICANN Community Digest <andrea(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, January 29, 2024 at 11:12 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=df20e85a-f9f3-49d0-ac5e-6cc3a3d20b22&a=112202…] Monday, 29 January 2024 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=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 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 ICANN79 · TOMORROW: TRANSLATION DEADLINE Information Sharing · TOMORROW: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) · WEDNESDAY Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · WEDNESDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study · Draft ICANN FY25 Plans · Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use ICANN79 TOMORROW: TRANSLATION DEADLINE If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 30 JANUARY. 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. Please send materials to andrea.glandon(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Information Sharing TOMORROW: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) The roundtable will provide a review of the RDRS service. Speakers will explain how the services works, discuss experiences using the service, provide metrics on usage data of the RDRS, end user understanding and point of view, the At-Large position and broader community’s opinion, and answer any questions and respond to comments and discussion. Date: Tuesday, 30 January at 18:00 UTC Registration and Join Details [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors ICANN invites the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) to nominate volunteers to serve as Fellowship Program Mentors. Each group is welcome to nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. • Mentors generally must plan on a time commitment of approximately 30-40 hours before, during, and immediately after each ICANN Public Meeting. This includes extensive pre-meeting preparation, on-site support for their assigned fellows, and post-meeting reporting. • Mentors will serve a term that includes three consecutive ICANN Public Meetings, beginning with ICANN81 (from ICANN81 - ICANN83 inclusive). • Mentors are expected to follow Fellowship Program guidelines to help ensure consistency in capacity development opportunities for fellows and to help fellows actively participate in ICANN's work. • Mentors will receive travel funding support (if applicable). For more information on the guidelines and expectations, please read about the mentorship program here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. Mentors cannot serve on the Selection Committee at the same time they are serving as mentors. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor representative by 31 January 2024 and notify ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. Action Items WEDNESDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation Please consider responding to the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CTSD) regarding WSIS implementation by 31 January 2024. CSTD Submission form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the African region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN80 Policy Forum. ICANN80 is scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 10–13 June 2024. Deadline: 23 February 2024 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Public Comment Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 21 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 08 February 2024 Draft ICANN FY25 Plans [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. Volume 6, Issue 8 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 01 February 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>

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FW: [Ext] WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors
by Devan Reed Jan. 29, 2024

Jan. 29, 2024

FYI From: ICANN Community Digest <andrea(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, January 29, 2024 at 11:11 AM To: Devan Reed <devan.reed(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=df20e85a-f9f3-49d0-ac5e-6cc3a3d20b22&a=112202…] Monday, 29 January 2024 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=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 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 ICANN79 · TOMORROW: TRANSLATION DEADLINE Information Sharing · TOMORROW: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) · WEDNESDAY Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · WEDNESDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study · Draft ICANN FY25 Plans · Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use ICANN79 TOMORROW: TRANSLATION DEADLINE If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 30 JANUARY. 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. Please send materials to andrea.glandon(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Information Sharing TOMORROW: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) The roundtable will provide a review of the RDRS service. Speakers will explain how the services works, discuss experiences using the service, provide metrics on usage data of the RDRS, end user understanding and point of view, the At-Large position and broader community’s opinion, and answer any questions and respond to comments and discussion. Date: Tuesday, 30 January at 18:00 UTC Registration and Join Details [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> WEDNESDAY: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors ICANN invites the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) to nominate volunteers to serve as Fellowship Program Mentors. Each group is welcome to nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. • Mentors generally must plan on a time commitment of approximately 30-40 hours before, during, and immediately after each ICANN Public Meeting. This includes extensive pre-meeting preparation, on-site support for their assigned fellows, and post-meeting reporting. • Mentors will serve a term that includes three consecutive ICANN Public Meetings, beginning with ICANN81 (from ICANN81 - ICANN83 inclusive). • Mentors are expected to follow Fellowship Program guidelines to help ensure consistency in capacity development opportunities for fellows and to help fellows actively participate in ICANN's work. • Mentors will receive travel funding support (if applicable). For more information on the guidelines and expectations, please read about the mentorship program here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. Mentors cannot serve on the Selection Committee at the same time they are serving as mentors. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor representative by 31 January 2024 and notify ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. Action Items WEDNESDAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation Please consider responding to the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CTSD) regarding WSIS implementation by 31 January 2024. CSTD Submission form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the African region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN80 Policy Forum. ICANN80 is scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 10–13 June 2024. Deadline: 23 February 2024 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Public Comment Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 21 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 08 February 2024 Draft ICANN FY25 Plans [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>. Volume 6, Issue 8 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 01 February 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001vcELUBrFr7JCnZ_9…>

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SOI Update
by Paul McGrady Jan. 29, 2024

Jan. 29, 2024

Hi All, Hopefully, I will remember to mention this on our next call, but I just updated by SOI to remove past projects, e.g. liaison to GGP on Applicant Support, and add new roles, e.g. RDRS Standing Committee. I also noted that I have recently been appointed to the INTA PAC Board. Best, Paul [cid:image001.jpg@01DA5288.916EF990] Paul McGrady Partner Elster & McGrady 3847 N. Lincoln Avenue Second Floor Chicago, IL 60613 Office Direct: +1 (312) 515-4422 paul(a)elstermcgrady.com<mailto:paul@elstermcgrady.com> www.elstermcgrady.com<http://www.elstermcgrady.com/> Schedule a call: www.HuddleWithPaul.com<http://www.huddlewithpaul.com/> Download Contact Information and Read Bio<https://linqapp.com/paul_mcgrady?r=link>

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REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 05 February 2024 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 15 February 2024 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Jan. 29, 2024

Jan. 29, 2024

Dear all, Reports, motions, and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 05 February 2024 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 15 February 2024 at 21:00 UTC. Motions should be sent to the Council mailing list by a councilor and will then be posted on the Motions Wiki at: https://community.icann.org/x/9oAvEQ Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 25, 2024

Jan. 25, 2024

FYI [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=6d44153e-c6ec-4451-8257-359c480de7ce&a=112202…] Thursday, 25 January 2024 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=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> 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 ICANN79 · TOMORROW: ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications · 30 JANUARY 2023: TRANSLATION DEADLINE Information Sharing · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2024 · NEW: ICANN Board Seeks Input on the Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on IDNs · NEW: ICANN Seeks Feedback on Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · NEXT WEEK: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) · NEXT WEEK: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · NEXT WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · NEW PUBLIC COMMENT: Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · NEW PUBLIC COMMENT: Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study · Draft ICANN FY25 Plans · Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions ICANN79 TOMORROW: ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Grants of up to $750 per family are available for ICANN Public Meeting participants who meet the criteria, are bringing children, and will incur expenses associated with babysitting and/or local childcare services. Deadline: Friday, 26 January 2024, at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> 30 JANUARY 2023: TRANSLATION DEADLINE If your publication requires translation, please provide the final material(s) by 30 JANUARY. 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. Please send materials to andrea.glandon(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 January 2024 Please find the Approved Resolutions for the 21 January 2024 Regular Meeting of the ICANN Board here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…>. NEW: ICANN Board Seeks Input on the Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on IDNs This Public Comment proceeding is seeking input on the Phase 1 Final Report Recommendations from the Generic Name Supporting Organization Expedited Policy Development Process on Internationalized Domain Names for ICANN Board Consideration. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> NEW: ICANN Seeks Feedback on Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use ICANN is seeking feedback on whether the identified string meets the requirements of SAC113, or whether there are any other issues with the string that need to be considered prior to its reservation. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> NEXT WEEK: EURALO Roundtable on the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) The roundtable will provide a review of the RDRS service. Speakers will explain how the services works, discuss experiences using the service, provide metrics on usage data of the RDRS, end user understanding and point of view, the At-Large position and broader community’s opinion, and answer any questions and respond to comments and discussion. Date: Tuesday, 30 January at 18:00 UTC Registration and Join Details [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> NEXT WEEK: Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors ICANN invites the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs) to nominate volunteers to serve as Fellowship Program Mentors. Each group is welcome to nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. • Mentors generally must plan on a time commitment of approximately 30-40 hours before, during, and immediately after each ICANN Public Meeting. This includes extensive pre-meeting preparation, on-site support for their assigned fellows, and post-meeting reporting. • Mentors will serve a term that includes three consecutive ICANN Public Meetings, beginning with ICANN81 (from ICANN81 - ICANN83 inclusive). • Mentors are expected to follow Fellowship Program guidelines to help ensure consistency in capacity development opportunities for fellows and to help fellows actively participate in ICANN's work. • Mentors will receive travel funding support (if applicable). For more information on the guidelines and expectations, please read about the mentorship program here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…>. Mentors cannot serve on the Selection Committee at the same time they are serving as mentors. Interested SOs/ACs should select their respective Fellowship Program mentor representative by 31 January 2024 and notify ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org. Action Items NEXT WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation Please consider responding to the United Nations Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CTSD) regarding WSIS implementation by 31 January 2024. CSTD Submission form [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 ICANN wants to hear from university students living and studying in the African region who are interested in the future of the Internet and in participating in the ICANN80 Policy Forum. ICANN80 is scheduled to be held in Kigali, Rwanda, from 10–13 June 2024. Deadline: 23 February 2024 Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Selected individuals will have a unique opportunity to work with accomplished colleagues from around the globe to help shape the policy development and technical coordination of the Internet's unique identifiers. Deadline: 15 March 2024 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Public Comment NEW PROCEEDING: Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 NEW PROCEEDING: Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 21 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 08 February 2024 Draft ICANN FY25 Plans [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=00191haB--kSvZJ18Rj…>. 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FW: [Soac-leadership] Final - Process for Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations
by DiBiase, Gregory Jan. 24, 2024

Jan. 24, 2024

Dear Councilors, I am forwarding this note regarding the process for retirement of non-policy recommendations because it appears that feedback provided by the GNSO was incorporated. Thanks, Greg From: Soac-leadership <soac-leadership-bounces(a)icann.org> On Behalf Of Alperen Eken Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 8:12 AM To: soac-leadership(a)icann.org Cc: Mary Wong <mary.wong(a)icann.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] [Soac-leadership] Final - Process for Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations 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. Resending this email based on Alejandra’s feedback regarding the audience, accept my apologies if you receive this email twice. Dear SO/AC Leaders, I would like to thank you again for the opportunity to share the Proposed Process for Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations with you in September, and for the feedback we received in the ensuing consultation<https://community.icann.org/display/PTRNR>. We are pleased to inform you that the process has been refined to address the areas for improvement identified by the GNSO Council<https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/273454137/dibiase-to-seppi…>, and the ccNSO Council and its Guideline Review Committee Council<https://community.icann.org/download/attachments/273454137/ccNSO%20Comment%…>. More in details: * A new step 2 was added to allow for the issue paper to be sent to SO/AC leaders, along with a request to send any feedback from their communities. This earlier community engagement will allow ICANN org to gauge initial reaction, and will serve to better inform the relevant grouping(s) of the ICANN Board on whether to proceed with the next step, which entails submitting the paper to the community prioritization group. * The process was also modified to enable any SO/AC that selected members to the Specific Review or served as a Chartering Organization to the Cross-Community Working Group that generated the recommendation at issue, to request that ICANN org initiates the retirement process. Should you have any further questions about the process (see attached), please feel free to reach out to me or my team. (giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org<mailto:giovanni.seppia@icann.org>, alice.jansen(a)icann.org<mailto:alice.jansen@icann.org>) Sincerely, Alp Eken on behalf of Giovanni Seppia, Vice-President - Implementation Operations, ICANN

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FW: [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Jonathan Zuck and Greg DiBiase - Closed Generics
by DiBiase, Gregory Jan. 23, 2024

Jan. 23, 2024

Dear Councilors, Please see the attached letter from Tripti Sinha regarding Closed Generics. Thanks, Greg From: Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org> Sent: Monday, January 22, 2024 9:25 AM To: Jonathan Zuck <JZuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org>; DiBiase, Gregory <dibiase(a)amazon.com>; gnso-chairs(a)icann.org; gnso-secs(a)icann.org; ICANN At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Cc: tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org; Correspondence <Correspondence(a)icann.org>; Board Ops Team <board-ops-team(a)icann.org>; Secretary <secretary(a)icann.org> Subject: [EXTERNAL] [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Jonathan Zuck and Greg DiBiase - Closed Generics 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. Dear Jonathan Zuck and Greg DiBiase, Please find the attached letter from Tripti Sinha regarding Closed Generics. Thank you and best regards, Wendy Profit Board Operations Senior Manager ICANN

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Draft minutes of the Minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting 18 January 2024
by Devan Reed Jan. 23, 2024

Jan. 23, 2024

Dear Councilors, Attached, please find the draft minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting held on 18 January 2024. 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 02 February 2024 Thank you. Kind Regards, Devan

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Meeting Invitation | Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar | Monday, 26 February 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 23, 2024

Jan. 23, 2024

Dear all, The Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar is scheduled on Monday, 26 February 2024 at 21:00 UTC for 60 minutes. 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/lICtEQ Check your time zone: http://tinyurl.com/3y4sa69w GNSO Council members are expected to join and will be panelists. Questions will be taken from GNSO Council only. Observers are welcome and will be in listen-only mode. 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/92283565389?pwd=QnlHK1JSbzdiSFFZSjRjamxMTkNGdz09 [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/92283565389?pwd=QnlHK1JS…> Passcode: f!Ym9!npfN If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 922 8356 5389 Passcode: 6981311025 Or One tap mobile : +13462487799,,92283565389#,,,,*6981311025# US (Houston) +16699006833,,92283565389#,,,,*6981311025# US (San Jose) If you are joining via audio only: International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/adGHfYeA3T [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/u/adGHfYeA3T__;!!PtGJab4!5…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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