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by Osvaldo Novoa Jan. 19, 2024

Jan. 19, 2024

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GNSO Council resolutions 18 January 2024
by Terri Agnew Jan. 18, 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

Dear all, Please find below the resolutions from the GNSO Council meeting on Thursday, 18 January 2024, which will be posted shortly on the GNSO Council resolutions <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/council/resolutions/20…> page. 20240118-1 Consent Agenda: GNSO Council Motion to Approve the GNSO Council Recommendations Report to the ICANN Board regarding the GNSO Guidance Process on Applicant Support Submitted by: Greg DiBiase Seconded by: Osvaldo Novoa Whereas: 1. On 22 December 2023, the GNSO Council approved the nine (9) Full Consensus recommendations from the GNSO Guidance Process (GGP) on Applicant Support by a GNSO Supermajority; 2. On 8 January 2024, as required under the ICANN Bylaws, a GNSO Council Recommendations Report to the ICANN Board on the approved GGP recommendations was submitted to the GNSO Council for its consideration. Resolved: 1. The GNSO Council approves the Recommendations Report for the GGP on Applicant Support<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2023/draft/ggp-applicant-…> and instructs the GNSO Secretariat to transmit the report to the ICANN Board and communicate the outcomes from the GNSO Council’s decisions as appropriate. Vote results<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/vote-result/gnso-cou…> 20240118-2 Consent Agenda: GNSO Council Motion to Approve the GNSO Council Recommendations Report to the ICANN Board regarding the Expedited Policy Development Process on Internationalized Domain Names Submitted by: Greg DiBiase Seconded by: Osvaldo Novoa Whereas: 1. On 22 December 2023, the GNSO Council approved the sixty nine (69) Full Consensus recommendations from the Expedited Policy Development Process (EPDP) on Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) by a GNSO Supermajority; 2. On 8 January 2024, as required under the ICANN Bylaws, a GNSO Council Recommendations Report to the ICANN Board on the approved EPDP recommendations was submitted to the GNSO Council for its consideration. Resolved: 1. The GNSO Council approves the Recommendations Report for the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs)<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/draft/epdp-idns-repo…> and instructs the GNSO Secretariat to transmit the report to the ICANN Board and communicate the outcomes from the GNSO Council’s decisions as appropriate. Vote results<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/vote-result/gnso-cou…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Launches RDRS, Releases First Metrics Report
by Julie Bisland Jan. 18, 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <david.olive(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, January 18, 2024 at 10:04 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Launches RDRS, Releases First Metrics Report [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=6cb0ce70-11db-4771-a683-445504376759&a=112202…] Thursday, 18 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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 · NEXT WEEK: ICANN79 Community Childcare Grants Program: Now Accepting Applications Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Launches RDRS, Releases First Metrics Report · NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Preview · NEW: ICANN announces ICANN Grant Program · NEW PUBLICATION: ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide · NEXT WEEK: 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 NEXT WEEK: 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Launches RDRS, Releases First Metrics Report We are encouraged by the level of interest in the service just one month since the launch. ICANN organization (org) staff will continue outreach and engagement efforts to support registrars and potential requestors, including providing training and educational materials. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> NEW: Chair’s Blog: January Board Workshop Preview The year has only just begun, and the members of the ICANN Board of Directors already are hard at work. Please read the Chair's Blog [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>to learn more about the January Board workshop on 19-21 January 2024. NEW: ICANN announces ICANN Grant Program Last week, ICANN announced the ICANN Grant Program. The program will make millions of dollars in funding available for projects that support the growth of a single, open, and globally interoperable Internet. Read the Press Release here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> NEW PUBLICATION: ICANN Grant Program Applicant Guide ICANN released the Applicant Guide for the ICANN Grant Program. Read Sally Costerton’s blog on this exciting milestone and the program here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> and view the Applicant Guide on the Grant Program webpage here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>. NEXT WEEK: 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> | 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> | 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>. 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 🔥 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 🔥 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> 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=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>. See other public consultations [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>. Volume 6, Issue 5 | Archive [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…> | Next Issue: Monday, 22 January 2024 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Sk7tH8HMcznxoh4p…>

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Updated ICANN79 GNSO Draft Schedule and Community requests
by Terri Agnew Jan. 18, 2024

Jan. 18, 2024

Dear GNSO Council, Please find below the link to the updated ICANN79 GNSO Draft Schedule and Community requests. This is located on the GNSO Drafts and Working Documents webpage<https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/drafts>. Updated link: https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2024/draft/gnso-updated-i… The “How to get Organized” email will be sent closer to the meeting with instructions for you to put ICANN79 meetings on your own calendar. * Please remember, for security purposes, participation links will be posted 24-hours prior to the session start times. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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

Jan. 18, 2024

Dear all, Please find below the audio recording and zoom recording (audio, visual, rough transcript, and chat) of the GNSO Council Meeting that took place on Thursday, 18 January 2024 at 05:00 UTC. Audio only: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/HKc9pVRJygf3uvPmZwUBHI4dER766Jff_uXUizxeQQfA… Zoom Recording (includes chat, visual and rough transcript). See both tabs on recording page: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/h70LwqqrYUSSn4b6Z21CjiWdfthWZpBeWtKnmmkV3Q3… The recordings and transcriptions of the calls are posted on the GNSO Calendar page.<https://gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/calendar> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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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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