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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Bruna Martins dos Santos
by GNSO Council via ICANN Jan. 18, 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

Full Name of Officer: Stephanie Perrin Officer Email Address: stephanie.perrin(a)mail.utoronto.ca Date Prepared: 18 January 2024 GNSO Organization: Non-Commercial Stakeholder Group Officer Position or Title: Councillor on behalf of Julf Helsingius NCSG Chair Name of Absent Councilor: Bruna Martins dos Santos Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: Unexpected absence Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: any required vote Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 19 January 2024 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). No 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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**Starting in 15 minutes | Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 18 January 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 18, 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

**starting in 15 minutes Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 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/OgG1E Check your time zone: http://tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3 [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3__;!!PtGJab4!90lQYoG5…> 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!9…> 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/7oAvEQ> 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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**REMINDER** Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 18 January 2024
by Julie Bisland Jan. 17, 2024

Jan. 17, 2024

Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 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/OgG1E Check your time zone: http://tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3 [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3__;!!PtGJab4!52DDGQrP…> 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…> 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/7oAvEQ> 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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Please read: Upcoming GNSO Council meeting prep 18 January 2024 at 05:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Jan. 16, 2024

Jan. 16, 2024

Dear all, A few reminders of prep for the Council meeting 18 January 2024 at 05:00 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. It is also attached to this email for your convenience. 1. All documents mentioned on the Council agenda<https://community.icann.org/x/OgG1E> will be listed on the Document wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/7oAvEQ> 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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FYI | FW: [Ext] Upcoming: Webinars to Provide First RDRS Metrics Report Findings and Gather Feedback
by Terri Agnew Jan. 15, 2024

Jan. 15, 2024

FYI [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=8bc7cb67-8903-4a52-8ada-c1c436f1bd06&a=112202…] Monday, 15 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 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 · ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing · REMINDER: ICANN Webinars to Provide First RDRS Metrics Report Findings and Gather Feedback · REMINDER:Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · 🔥 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 ICANN79 REMINDER: 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> Information Sharing REMINDER: ICANN Webinars to Provide First RDRS Metrics Report Findings and Gather Feedback The webinars will be offered at two time slots and you only need to register for one. Both sessions will be presented in English. Click on one of the links below to register. Webinar #1 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> | Wednesday, 24 January 2024 at 00:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> | Thursday, 25 January 2024 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> REMINDER: 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…>. 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 🔥 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 🔥 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 🔥 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> 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=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…>. Volume 6, Issue 4 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 18 January 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001qYExgrjaj1HTPd64…>

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For your review - Council Strategic Planning Session Meeting Report
by Caitlin Tubergen Jan. 11, 2024

Jan. 11, 2024

Dear Councilors, The GNSO Staff Support Team has worked with Council leadership on the Strategic Planning Session (SPS) Meeting Report, which you can find here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1685l5jXq-NW5SwYFp8FDAzPHM-zy63FZwid8J_4…. The SPS Report includes a number of proposed action items, which the Council reviewed during its meeting in December. Please review the report<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1685l5jXq-NW5SwYFp8FDAzPHM-zy63FZwid8J_4…>, particularly the proposed action items beginning on p. 20, to ensure the action items align with your recollection of the discussions. Please use the comment function to add any suggestions and/or proposed edits. If possible, please provide your input by Friday, January 19. Once the report is finalized, it will be publicly posted. Best regards, Steve, Terri, and Caitlin

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Fwd: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide
by Anne ICANN Jan. 11, 2024

Jan. 11, 2024

Dear Council Co-Chairs and Members, Please see comment below on the ICANN Grant Program Guidebook from Vanda Scartezini. Anne Anne Aikman-Scalese GNSO Councilor NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Vanda Scartezini <vanda(a)scartezini.org> Date: Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 12:28 PM Subject: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide To: Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> Cc: FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> Dear Giovanni, Xavier, former members First of all, again Happy New year, with huge success to you all. Thank you Giovanni and Xavier for your work on delivering the Grant Program guide book! Appreciate. I would like to raise the following question: Why members of Auction Proceed, who that never been involved with the details of the application guide book are not able to participate? We have worked as volunteers and our work have finished defining the model ICANN could have to manage such Grant program. We didn’t go further in defining any other requirements for the applicants. I am sure I didn’t. The DNS Women group where I am CEO would like to participate due to the kind of activities we perform among women in several countries related to the DNS. Auction Proceed members have dedicated their time to the Auction Proceed Working Group for years and we never have in mind this would be a reason for being excluded from this Program. Will it be the same restriction, for instance for everyone that has been participating in the new gTLD round ?? it was not the case in 2012! I really cannot see any conflict of interest based on the ICANN bylaws that prevent the volunteer members to participate in this new Grant pilot. Of course, if any former member had participated on the definition of this guidebook, then there would be conflict, otherwise, I certainly do not see any conflict and would like to know the reasons this impediment was stated. I appreciate your feedback! Thanks again for this new program !! *Vanda Scartezini * *Polo Consultores Associados * *São Paulo, Brazil* *vanda(a)scartezini.org <vanda(a)scartezini.org>* *Mobile: + 55 11 98181-1464* *From: *FormerMembersCCWG-AP <formermembersccwg-ap-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> *Date: *Monday, 8 January 2024 at 17:41 *To: *FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> *Subject: *[FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide Dear former members of the CCWG-AP, I would like to inform you that the ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide has been published at: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/icann-grant-program-applicant-g… The Grant Program webpage has been updated with the Applicant Guide as well as the FAQs and timeline: https://www.icann.org/grant-program-en Kind regards, Giovanni _______________________________________________ FormerMembersCCWG-AP mailing list FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/formermembersccwg-ap _______________________________________________ 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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FYI | Re: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Launches Grant Program Applicant Guide
by Terri Agnew Jan. 11, 2024

Jan. 11, 2024

FYI: Please note below (in addition to other topics) * ICANN Launches Grant Program Applicant Guide [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=74a04fd9-2e5b-4875-b116-5c6595c26386&a=112202…] Thursday, 11 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 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 · ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Launches Grant Program Applicant Guide · NEW: ICANN Webinars to Provide First RDRS Metrics Report Findings and Gather Feedback · NEW: ICANN Launches the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group · REMINDER:Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · NEW: Calling for NextGen@ICANN Applications for ICANN80 · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · 🔥 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 ICANN79 REMINDER: 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Launches Grant Program Applicant Guide This guide will provide prospective applicants with the information that they need on eligibility and application processes so they are well-prepared when the application window officially opens in late March of 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> Press Release. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> NEW: ICANN Webinars to Provide First RDRS Metrics Report Findings and Gather Feedback The webinars will be offered at two time slots and you only need to register for one. Both sessions will be presented in English. Click on one of the links below to register. Webinar #1 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> | Wednesday, 24 January 2024 at 00:00 UTC for 60 minutes Webinar #2 [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> | Thursday, 25 January 2024 at 15:00 UTC for 60 minutes Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> NEW: ICANN Launches the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group The ICANN community and leadership have appointed their representatives to the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG). The ICANN community has demonstrated great interest in contributing to the evolution of Organizational Reviews into a Continuous Improvement Program, with 21 out of 22 of the groups across the ICANN community represented in the CIP-CCG. Learn more here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> The group is being convened to help evolve ICANN Organizational Reviews into a Continuous Improvement Program (CIP) to implement Recommendation 3.6 of the Third Accountability and Transparency Review (ATRT3). The development of a Continuous Improvement Program is part of a larger effort to evolve the ICANN multistakeholder model, and is included in ICANN Interim President and CEO Goal 11 related to the management and refinement of Reviews. Please contact the ICANN org Review Support and Accountability team for questions: rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> REMINDER: 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…>. 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 NEW: 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 🔥 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 🔥 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> 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=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…>. Volume 6, Issue 3 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…> | Next Issue: Monday, 15 January 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Ct6E_W3jdOqX_-qy…>

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Fwd: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] [Ext] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide
by Anne ICANN Jan. 11, 2024

Jan. 11, 2024

Below is the ICANN Org response to Vanda's question. Anne Anne Aikman-Scalese GNSO Councilor NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> Date: Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 2:32 PM Subject: Re: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] [Ext] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide To: Vanda Scartezini <vanda(a)scartezini.org> Cc: FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> Dear Vanda, Thanks for the nice message on the work that the Grant Program team, with the great support and cooperation of many colleagues, has done to date. With reference to your consideration about members of the CCWG-AP, I have paste below a text that is included in the CCWG-AP Final Report (page 24): “There must be protections against self-dealing and measures to ensure that decisions are taken without conflict of interest. The following measures are recommended to be considered as part of the implementation process: ○ Prohibition on auction proceeds being awarded to businesses that are owned in whole or in part by ICANN Board members, executives or staff or their family members and awards that may be used to pay compensation to ICANN Board members, executives or staff or their family members. ○ Segregation of duties amongst those who develop the requirements and those who assist in the identification of potential recipients. ○ Prohibition on awards of assistance to businesses owned in whole or in part by the CCWG members (participating in any phase of the CCWG process), their family members, and awards that would be used to pay compensation to CCWG members or their family members.” Let me know if this is helpful. Best regards, Giovanni *From: *Vanda Scartezini <vanda(a)scartezini.org> *Date: *Wednesday, 10 January 2024 at 20:29 *To: *Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> *Cc: *Xavier Calvez <xavier.calvez(a)icann.org>, " FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org" <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> *Subject: *[Ext] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide Dear Giovanni, Xavier, former members First of all, again Happy New year, with huge success to you all. Thank you Giovanni and Xavier for your work on delivering the Grant Program guide book! Appreciate. I would like to raise the following question: Why members of Auction Proceed, who that never been involved with the details of the application guide book are not able to participate? We have worked as volunteers and our work have finished defining the model ICANN could have to manage such Grant program. We didn’t go further in defining any other requirements for the applicants. I am sure I didn’t. The DNS Women group where I am CEO would like to participate due to the kind of activities we perform among women in several countries related to the DNS. Auction Proceed members have dedicated their time to the Auction Proceed Working Group for years and we never have in mind this would be a reason for being excluded from this Program. Will it be the same restriction, for instance for everyone that has been participating in the new gTLD round ?? it was not the case in 2012! I really cannot see any conflict of interest based on the ICANN bylaws that prevent the volunteer members to participate in this new Grant pilot. Of course, if any former member had participated on the definition of this guidebook, then there would be conflict, otherwise, I certainly do not see any conflict and would like to know the reasons this impediment was stated. I appreciate your feedback! Thanks again for this new program !! *Vanda Scartezini * *Polo Consultores Associados * *São Paulo, Brazil* *vanda(a)scartezini.org <vanda(a)scartezini.org>* *Mobile: + 55 11 98181-1464* *From: *FormerMembersCCWG-AP <formermembersccwg-ap-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> *Date: *Monday, 8 January 2024 at 17:41 *To: *FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> *Subject: *[FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide Dear former members of the CCWG-AP, I would like to inform you that the ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide has been published at: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/icann-grant-program-applicant-g… The Grant Program webpage has been updated with the Applicant Guide as well as the FAQs and timeline: https://www.icann.org/grant-program-en Kind regards, Giovanni _______________________________________________ FormerMembersCCWG-AP mailing list FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/formermembersccwg-ap _______________________________________________ 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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[Council] FINAL REMINDER: Fellowship Program Mentor - Expression of Interest by 12 January
by Saewon Lee Jan. 10, 2024

Jan. 10, 2024

Dear Councilors, The GNSO is continuing to accept Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in serving as a Fellowship Program Mentor for ICANN81, ICANN82, and ICANN83. The deadline for submissions is 12 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. Interested individuals should apply by filling out the Expression of Interest<https://gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/eoi-form-gnso-nominated-mentor-f…> and submitting it to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org>. More details can be found here<https://gnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-03jan24-en.htm>, including the mentor guidelines and responsibilities. Please feel free to share this message with those who may be interested. Thank you. Kind regards, Caitlin and Saewon, on behalf of the GNSO staff support team.

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Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 18 January 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 10, 2024

Jan. 10, 2024

Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 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/OgG1E Check your time zone: http://tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3 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 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 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/7oAvEQ> 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 Portfolio Management Tool Suite - 18 January 2024 Meeting
by Steve Chan Jan. 9, 2024

Jan. 9, 2024

Dear all, Please see links below to the latest version of the GNSO Council’s Portfolio Management Tool Suite for the meeting on 18 January 2024. Agenda: * https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Final+Proposed+Agen… Motions: * https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Motions+2024-01-18 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/GNSO+Council+Small+… * ** 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: * EPDP_IDNs – Council to consider the ICANN Board Recommendations Report * SubPro_GGP – Council to consider the ICANN Board Recommendations Report * IP_FY25 – Council to review ICANN and IANA/PTI FY25 Planning and Budget Documents. * ICANN79 – Continue planning for ICANN Meeting in Puerto Rico. * EPDP_P1 – Registration Data policy publication notice; presently on-hold pending Urgent Request outcome. * RDA_ST – Council to deliberate next steps on Accuracy of Registration Data from Scoping Team. * GNSO_C – Council to review and confirm NomCom Job Description. * Active Project Packages: (note, no packages were created for this cycle given the close nature of the Dec/Jan Council meetings) * EPDP_IDN: https://community.icann.org/x/cYbOCg * GNSO_TPR: https://community.icann.org/x/MQDQCQ * IRT Status Page: https://www.icann.org/policy/implementation Key Project Activities for February/March 2024: * IDN_Diacritics – Council to consider possible Issue Report. * EDDP_PSR – Council to consider next steps on a Policy Status Report for Expiration Policy. * SSC – Refresh SSC roster and confirm Chair. * CCOICI – Council to determine next steps on Continuous Improvements. 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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GNSO Council Meeting
by ICANN Policy Calendar Jan. 9, 2024

Jan. 9, 2024

Meeting: GNSO Council Meeting Date/Time: Wednesday, 06 March 2024 at 17:15 UTC for 2 hours (13:15 local time | ICANN79) **See ICANN schedule for join information

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Fwd: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide
by Anne ICANN Jan. 9, 2024

Jan. 9, 2024

Dear Councilors - please see below re the ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide. (I have not read this yet.) Anne Anne Aikman-Scalese GNSO Councilor NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Giovanni Seppia <giovanni.seppia(a)icann.org> Date: Mon, Jan 8, 2024 at 1:41 PM Subject: [FormerMembersCCWG-AP] ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide To: FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org <FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org> Dear former members of the CCWG-AP, I would like to inform you that the ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide has been published at: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/icann-grant-program-applicant-g… The Grant Program webpage has been updated with the Applicant Guide as well as the FAQs and timeline: https://www.icann.org/grant-program-en Kind regards, Giovanni _______________________________________________ FormerMembersCCWG-AP mailing list FormerMembersCCWG-AP(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/formermembersccwg-ap _______________________________________________ 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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Updated GGP Report Re: Consent Agenda for January meeting
by Julie Hedlund Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

Dear Greg and Councilors, Please see the attached updated GGP for Applicant Support Final Recommendations Report with the addition of some minor details from our GDS colleagues in section 4. Period of time needed to implement recommendations, on page 5. Kind regards, Steve and Julie 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: Friday, January 5, 2024 at 7:38 PM To: "COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG" <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motions to approve the Recommendations Reports for the GGP and the EPDP on IDNs. These motions have been added to the consent agenda for the January meeting. The reports are also attached for your review. Have a great weekend! Thanks, Greg

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FW: [Ext] Retirement of Non-Policy Recommendations
by Terri Agnew Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

Hi GNSO Council, Please find attached a letter from Giovanni Seppia, Vice-President - Implementation Operations, ICANN. This letter will be posted shortly to the ICANN Correspondence page (https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/correspondence) Thank you. Kind regards, Terri

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Proposed Agenda | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 18 January 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

Dear all, Please find below the final proposed agenda for the GNSO Council Meeting taking place on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 UTC for 2 hours This has been posted on the agenda wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/OgG1E>. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO Draft GNSO Council Agenda 18 January 2024 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/OgG1E 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 15 March 2023. 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, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 UTC: http://tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3 21:00 Los Angeles (Wednesday); 00:00 Washington DC; 05:00 London; 06:00 Paris; 08:00 Moscow; 16:00 Melbourne GNSO Council Meeting Remote Participation: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92283565389?pwd=QnlHK1JSbzdiSFFZSjRjamxMTkNGdz09 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 16 November 2023 were posted on 01 December 2023. Minutes<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/minutes/minutes-gnso…> of the GNSO Council Meeting on 21 December 2023 were posted on 02 January 2024 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 (5 minutes) * Recommendations Report <https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-ggp-08ja…> for GNSO Guidance Process (“GGP”) for Applicant Support * Recommendations Report<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/draft-epdp-idn…> for EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names Phase 1 Final Report Item 4: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - SubPro Small Team Update on Non-Adopted Recommendations (20 minutes) In March 2023, the ICANN Board approved the majority of the recommendations contained in the Final Report on the new gTLD Subsequent PDP, but also placed some recommendations into a pending status. The Council convened a small team that worked collaboratively with the ICANN Board to resolve all pending recommendations. While the majority of the pending recommendations were able to be adopted by the ICANN Board, recommendations across six Topics were non adopted by the ICANN Board. With the primary task of addressing the pending recommendations now complete, the Council has tasked the Small Team Plus with an updated assignment form<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yDgWIwKZqKk0WY0q7CS2pf7aD4VupCWV/edit>. The Small Team Plus has committed to a work plan<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IhxKi0dvkS-a3ot7w8YG0iFxw4LiZuLz/edit> to address the recommendations not adopted by the Board. Following that plan, the Small Team initiated first steps (i.e., developed background materials, preliminary Supplemental Recommendation language, and issued a call for volunteers for the Small Team Plus). The Small Team Plus has begun developing Supplemental Recommendation language, beginning with Recommendation 17.2, Applicant Support, according to the above-mentioned work plan and has continued to make further progress. Here, the Council will receive an update on the work of the Small Team Plus. 4.1 - Introduction of Topic (Paul McGrady, Small Team Plus Lead) 4.2 - Council Discussion 4.3 - Next Steps Item 5: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - Communications Small Team Follow-up Conversation (20 minutes) The Communications Small Team began working in April 2023 with a goal of developing a communications plan for the Council. Within that overarching goal, the Small Team identified five objectives: 1. Perform a situation analysis of current communications efforts 2. Clarify overall objectives of Council communications 3. Identify the target audience 4. Recommend communications mechanisms that the Council could use 5. Determine how to measure success for these mechanisms During the 2023 GNSO Council Strategic Planning Session, Tomslin Samme-Nlar presented the outputs of the Small Team’s work. The Council thanked the Small Team for its work, and after having an initial discussion, requested additional time to discuss the outputs during a monthly Council meeting. Some of the questions Councilors noted for further consideration: * What is the best way to communicate with outsiders and make the information more understandable/readable? * How can/should the Council reach the “people who care about ICANN but do not have time to participate”? * Could/should the Council consider having a liaison to the broader community? (similar to the liaison to the GAC, ccNSO, etc.) * How can the Council effectively target fellows and get them to focus on the GNSO? Here, the Council will discuss the set of questions identified during the SPS and determine next steps. 5.1 - Introduction of Topic (Tomslin Samme-Nlar, Council Vice-Chair) 5.2 - Council Discussion 5.3 - Next Steps Item 6: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - Council Engagement with PDP Working Group Chairs (20 minutes) During the Council’s 2023 Strategic Planning Session, the Council agreed that updates from PDP Working Group Chairs and Council liaisons should be more purpose-driven. In discussing this, GNSO Support Staff provided background information on the GNSO Policy Webinar. Specifically, the webinars began in 2018 and were designed to provide the Council with an opportunity to directly engage with PDP chairs regarding the progress of their working groups. This engagement previously took place at ICANN meetings during GNSO working sessions; however, when the ICANN meeting schedule was shortened, these interactions were moved to a webinar format in an effort to allow the engagement to continue. After receiving this background information, some Councilors noted that if the purpose is for the Council to hear frank updates from Working Group Chairs, the webinar should be for Councilors rather than a larger community update. Additionally, Councilors noted it would be helpful to remove the webinar from the Prep Week schedule so that it can be geared specifically toward the GNSO Council. Some Councilors noted it would be helpful to review the current list of questions asked to Chairs during Council webinar briefings. The current list of questions is provided below: 1. Are there any new or recurring challenges that have emerged since your last update to the community? 2. How can the Council and/or community assist with these challenges? 3. What does the WG plan to discuss during the ICANN meeting? 4. Is there anything else you would like to update the Council on? Here, the Council will discuss if this list of questions is helpful to Councilors in their role as Manager of the PDP or if updates are needed. 6.1 - Introduction of Topic (Nacho Amadoz, Council Vice-Chair) 6.2 - Council Discussion 6.3 - Next Steps Item 7: COUNCIL DISCUSSION - Registration Data Accuracy (20 minutes) The Registration Data Accuracy (RDA) Scoping Team was initiated by the GNSO Council in July 2021 per the formation instructions<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/file/field-file-attach/registrat…>. The Scoping Team was tasked with considering a number of accuracy-related factors such as the current enforcement, reporting, measurement, and overall effectiveness of accuracy-related efforts. These considerations are to help inform the team’s deliberations and development of recommendations to the GNSO Council on whether any changes are recommended to improve accuracy levels, and, if so, how and by whom these changes would need to be developed (for example, if changes to existing contractual requirements are recommended, a PDP or contractual negotiations may be necessary to effect a change). The Scoping Team completed Assignment #1 (enforcement and reporting) and Assignment #2 (measurement of accuracy) and submitted its write up<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2022-September/025950.html> to the Council on 5 September 2022. In its write up, the Scoping Team suggested moving forward with two proposals that would not require access to registration data, namely a registrar survey (recommendation #1) and a possible registrar audit (recommendation #2) that may help further inform the team’s work on assignment #3 (effectiveness) and #4 (impact & improvements), while it awaits the outcome of the outreach to the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) by ICANN org in relation to proposals that would require access to registration data (recommendation #3). ICANN org provided an update to the Council during the 20 April meeting<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/gx322OsdypGMHjYVMzr4WbdyyeM7CPWvNzzrBJpx-NPg…>. During its meeting on 20 June 2023, the Council voted to extend the deferral of the consideration of recommendations #1 and #2, pending resolution of recommendation #3 (pausing the work on proposals that require access to registration data until there is clarity from ICANN org on if/how it anticipates the requesting and processing of registration data to be undertaken in the context of measuring accuracy). On 19 October 2023, ICANN org provided an update<https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/council/2023-October/027397.html> on Registration Data Accuracy efforts, and the Council discussed the update during its 16 November 2023 meeting. During that meeting, some Councilors noted that, barring (i) completion of the Data Processing Agreement, (ii) implementation of the NIS2 directive, or (iii) publication of the Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains (INFERMAL) Study, it may not be the appropriate time to reconvene the Accuracy Scoping Team. Now that six months have passed since the Council’s deferral of the accuracy scoping work, the Council will need to consider next steps. Here, the Council will consider whether a further deferral is appropriate or if other next steps are timely e.g., the consideration of the Scoping Team’s recommendations 1 and 2. 7.1 - Introduction of Topic (Greg DiBiase, Council Chair) 7.2 - Council Discussion 7.3 - Next Steps Item 8: ANY OTHER BUSINESS (30 minutes) 8.1 Update on ICANN79 planning and GNSO Draft schedule<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/draft/draft-gnso-ica…> 8.2 Update from SO/AC Roundtable 8.3 Update on Diacritic Study Request 8.4 Update on PPSAI Implementation (GDS will provide update) 8.5 Expected Standards of Behavior _______________________________ 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 05:00 UTC Local time between November and March in the NORTHERN hemisphere See https://www.timeanddate.com/time/change/ for Dates for Daylight Saving Time and Clock Changes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- California, USA (PST) UTC-8 21:00 (Wednesday) San José, Costa Rica (CST) UTC-6 23:00 New York/Washington DC, USA (EST) UTC-4 00:00 Buenos Aires, Argentina (ART) UTC-3 02:00 Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (WAT) UTC+1 06:00 Paris, France (CET) UTC+1 06:00 Moscow, Russia (MSK) UTC+3 08:00 Singapore (SGT) UTC+8 13:00 Melbourne, Australia (AEsT) UTC+11 16:00 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- For other places see http://www.timeanddate.com<http://www.timeanddate.com/> and http://tinyurl.com/y3a7xhu3

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FW: [Ext] Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award
by Julie Bisland Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, January 8, 2024 at 10:02 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=871675bf-35d0-4b13-a484-4187f1ccc1e7&a=112202…] Monday, 08 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> 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 · THIS WEEK: Sign up for a session slot-ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants · ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing · CLOSES TODAY Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award · NEW: ICANN Launches the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group · REMINDER:Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · CLOSES TODAY🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds · CLOSES TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · 🔥 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 ICANN79 THIS WEEK: Sign up for a session slot-ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants Want to introduce your group’s work to ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants? Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session on March 2-3, 2024. This outreach session is an opportunity to share information with the fellows and highlight the important work that your group does within ICANN. The deadline to sign up for a slot is 10 January 2024. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> to sign up for available slots. For any additional questions, please contact ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org<mailto:siranush.vardanyan@icann.org>. REMINDER: 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> Information Sharing CLOSING TODAY Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award The ICANN Community Excellence Award recognizes ICANN community members who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions and contributed substantively to the ICANN multistakeholder model. Deadline: 8 January 2024 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> NEW: ICANN Launches the Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group This work will serve the public interest by contributing to the fulfillment of ICANN's commitment to maintaining and improving its accountability and transparency. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> REMINDER: 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>. 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 CLOSES TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds ICANN is seeking Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Ombuds position. For additional information on the position, please refer to the Call for Expressions of Interest here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>. Expressions of Interest, which will be maintained as confidential, should be sent to ICANN-Ombuds-EOI-2023(a)icann.org<mailto:ICANN-Ombuds-EOI-2023@icann.org> by no later than 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. CLOSES TODAY 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> 🔥 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> NEW: 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> 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=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>. Volume 6, Issue 2 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 11 January 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001dM596d0d8sext8Mk…>

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Last reminder | Document and Motion deadline | Monday, 08 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 18 January 2024 at 05:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

**Reminder below Dear all, Reports, motions, and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Monday, 08 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC) of the GNSO Council Meeting on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 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/_IAvEQ Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO [signature_97236534]

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Re: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting
by Terri Agnew Jan. 8, 2024

Jan. 8, 2024

Hi Osvaldo, Thank you, we have it noted on the motions wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/_IAvEQ> for both. Happy Monday all! Terri From: council <council-bounces(a)gnso.icann.org> on behalf of Osvaldo Novoa via council <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Reply-To: Osvaldo Novoa <osvaldo.j.novoa(a)gmail.com> Date: Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 3:41 PM To: "DiBiase, Gregory" <dibiase(a)amazon.com>, "COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG" <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: Re: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting Hello all. I second both proposals. Best regards, Osvaldo Get Outlook for iOS [aka.ms]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/aka.ms/o0ukef__;!!PtGJab4!6nkIr01Y8Sdd6s…> ________________________________ From: council <council-bounces(a)gnso.icann.org> on behalf of DiBiase, Gregory via council <council(a)gnso.icann.org> Sent: Friday, January 5, 2024 9:36:26 PM To: COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motions to approve the Recommendations Reports for the GGP and the EPDP on IDNs. These motions have been added to the consent agenda for the January meeting. The reports are also attached for your review. Have a great weekend! Thanks, Greg

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Consent Agenda for January meeting
by DiBiase, Gregory Jan. 6, 2024

Jan. 6, 2024

Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motions to approve the Recommendations Reports for the GGP and the EPDP on IDNs. These motions have been added to the consent agenda for the January meeting. The reports are also attached for your review. Have a great weekend! Thanks, Greg

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Re: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting
by Terri Agnew Jan. 6, 2024

Jan. 6, 2024

Hi Greg, We will get both posted on the GNSO motions wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/_IAvEQ>. GNSO Councilors, we will need someone to second both. Please let us know if you are interested (and if not both, which one) Happy weekend all! 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: Friday, January 5, 2024 at 6:38 PM To: "COUNCIL(a)GNSO.ICANN.ORG" <COUNCIL(a)gnso.icann.org> Subject: [council] Consent Agenda for January meeting Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motions to approve the Recommendations Reports for the GGP and the EPDP on IDNs. These motions have been added to the consent agenda for the January meeting. The reports are also attached for your review. Have a great weekend! Thanks, Greg

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FW: [CORRESPONDENCE] ICANN Board on PICs/RVCs Community Consultation
by DiBiase, Gregory Jan. 4, 2024

Jan. 4, 2024

Hello Councilors, Please see the attached letter from the ICANN Board regarding the Community Consultation on Public Interest Commitments/Registry Voluntary Commitments. Thanks, Greg From: Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org<mailto:wendy.profit@icann.org>> Date: Thursday, December 7, 2023 at 12:41 PM To: "dibiase(a)amazon.com<mailto:dibiase@amazon.com>" <dibiase(a)amazon.com<mailto:dibiase@amazon.com>>, "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-chairs@icann.org>" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-chairs@icann.org>> Cc: "tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org<mailto:tripti.sinha@board.icann.org>" <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org<mailto:tripti.sinha@board.icann.org>>, Correspondence <Correspondence(a)icann.org<mailto:Correspondence@icann.org>>, Secretary <secretary(a)icann.org<mailto:secretary@icann.org>>, ICANN Board Ops <board-ops-team(a)icann.org<mailto:board-ops-team@icann.org>> Subject: [CORRESPONDENCE] ICANN Board on PICs/RVCs Community Consultation Dear Gregory DiBiase, Please find the attached letter from Tripti Sinha on behalf of the ICANN Board regarding the Community Consultation on Public Interest Commitments/Registry Voluntary Commitments. Thank you and best regards, Wendy Profit Board Operations Senior Manager ICANN

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award
by Terri Agnew Jan. 4, 2024

Jan. 4, 2024

FYI: [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=0cd79e3e-5207-4e5f-a24d-baa8c79b127c&a=112202…] Thursday, 04 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> 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 · Sign up for a session slot-ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants · ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 December 2023 · NEW: Reflecting on a Year of Change · NEW Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award · NEW: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions · REMINDER:Call for SOs/ACs to Nominate Fellowship Program Mentors Action Items · REMINDER: Questionnaire for the 20-year review of WSIS implementation · NEXT WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds · NEXT WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations Public Comment · Summary Report: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference · Draft Final Report of the 2023 Africa Domain Name Industry Study · Draft ICANN FY25 Plans · Draft PTI FY25 Operating Plan and Budget ICANN79 REMINDER: Sign up for a session slot-ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants Want to introduce your group’s work to ICANN79 Fellowship Program participants? Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session on March 2-3, 2024. This outreach session is an opportunity to share information with the fellows and highlight the important work that your group does within ICANN. The deadline to sign up for a slot is 10 January 2024. Click here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> to sign up for available slots. For any additional questions, please contact ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org<mailto:siranush.vardanyan@icann.org>. REMINDER: 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 21 December 2023 Please find the 21 December 2023 Approved Resolutions from the Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. NEW: Reflecting on a Year of Change From the outset, 2023 was a year of change and milestones for ICANN. We began the year with a new Interim President and CEO, and at the Annual General Meeting in October, we celebrated ICANN's 25th anniversary. Throughout 2023, we continued to achieve our goals and fulfill our mission to ensure a secure, stable, and unified global Internet. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> NEW Last Call: Nominations for the ICANN Community Excellence Award The ICANN Community Excellence Award recognizes ICANN community members who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions and contributed substantively to the ICANN multistakeholder model. Deadline: 8 January 2024 23:59 UTC Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> NEW: 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> REMINDER: 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. 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 🔥 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> NEXT WEEK🔥 ACTION ITEM: Call for Expressions of Interest: ICANN Ombuds ICANN is seeking Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Ombuds position. For additional information on the position, please refer to the Call for Expressions of Interest here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. Expressions of Interest, which will be maintained as confidential, should be sent to ICANN-Ombuds-EOI-2023(a)icann.org<mailto:ICANN-Ombuds-EOI-2023@icann.org> by no later than 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. NEXT WEEK 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The nomination period will close 8 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. The revised nomination period reflects that the presentation of the 2024 Community Excellence Award has been moved from the Policy Forum in June to the Community Forum in March. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> Public Comment Summary Report: Pilot Holistic Review Revised Draft Terms of Reference [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> 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=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> Open for Submissions: 12 December 2023 Closed for Submissions: 12 February 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>. Volume 6, Issue 1 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…> | Next Issue: Monday, 08 January 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001XpVliqMblLrqaAbf…>

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REMINDER: Fellowship Program Mentor - Expression of Interest by 12 January
by Saewon Lee Jan. 4, 2024

Jan. 4, 2024

Dear Councilors, Happy New Year! We hope this email finds you well. This is a friendly reminder that the GNSO is currently accepting Expressions of Interest from individuals interested in serving as a Fellowship Program Mentor for ICANN81, ICANN82, and ICANN83. Important information regarding the Fellowship Program Mentor includes: • 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 (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). The GNSO may nominate one individual for this role. Individual self-nominations will not be considered. Additional information and details about the opportunity can be found here<https://gnso.icann.org/en/announcements/announcement-03jan24-en.htm>, including the mentor guidelines and responsibilities. Interested individuals should apply by filling out the Expression of Interest<https://gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/eoi-form-gnso-nominated-mentor-f…> and submitting it to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> by 12 January 2024 at 23:59 UTC. Kindly note that the due date has been moved up from the previously posted dates. Please feel free to share this message with those who may be interested. Thank you. Kind regards, Caitlin and Saewon, on behalf of the GNSO staff support team.

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