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FW: [Ext] NEW: Looking Ahead to the March Board Workshop and ICANN79
by Julie Bisland March 4, 2024

March 4, 2024

FYI-- From: ICANN Community Digest <andrea(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 10:05 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: Looking Ahead to the March Board Workshop and ICANN79 [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=ef9a481f-849f-45a9-b657-59c39b6334fd&a=112202…] Thursday, 29 February 2024 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] The next issue of the ICANN Community Digest will be published on 11 March 2024. 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=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> 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 · Status Update: New gTLD Program: Next Round · ICANN79 GAC ‘Open Mic’ Session · ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report · ICANN79 Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Zoom Backgrounds · Engagement Booth Outreach · NEW: Looking Ahead to the March Board Workshop and ICANN79 Information Sharing · NEW: Enhancing Accessibility on the Information Transparency Platform · NEW: A New ICANN Project to Measure Metadata on Domain Names · NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Proposed Amendment to Article 4 of the Bylaws · NEW: ICANN to Generate New DNS Cryptographic Key at April 2024 Ceremony · NEW: IFR2 Team Starts Review of Key ICANN Function · Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review Action Item · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 Webinars · ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar Public Comment · NEW: Proposed Bylaws Updates to Limit Access to Accountability Mechanisms · Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · String Similarity Review Guidelines ICANN79 ICANN79 Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Zoom Backgrounds [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> New gTLD Program Status Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> GAC Open Mic Session [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> PRSP Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> GNSO Policy Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Engagement Booth Outreach You are welcome to come and do outreach at the ICANN Engagement booth @ICANN79. The ICANN Engagement booth is in place for Newcomers, ICANN org and the ICANN community to engage in discussions. It is supported by volunteers from the community, including members of ICANN’s Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. We would like to offer 1-hour slots during the ICANN79 meeting week. Sign up here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> NEW: Looking Ahead to the March Board Workshop and ICANN79 Whether you are attending this Community Forum in person or joining us online, your participation underscores the strength of our shared commitment to the future of ICANN and to a secure, stable, and unified global Internet. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Information Sharing NEW: Enhancing Accessibility on the Information Transparency Platform Findings and recommended changes from the accessibility audit report have been categorized and are being addressed based on priority, with the most critical areas largely addressed. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> NEW: A New ICANN Project to Measure Metadata on Domain Names ICANN Domain Metrica is designed to be modular, extensible, and transparent. It will grow over time with new data points on domain names, as we incorporate new data sources and the output of our research. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> NEW: ICANN Seeks Input on Proposed Amendment to Article 4 of the Bylaws The proposed Bylaws amendment sets out the process through which the ICANN community can limit access to ICANN's Reconsideration Request and Independent Review Processes (collectively, "Accountability Mechanisms") in specific circumstances, and in a streamlined manner. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> NEW: ICANN to Generate New DNS Cryptographic Key at April 2024 Ceremony Generating the new key is slated for 26 April 2024 as part of the 53rd KSK Ceremony. The key will be replicated to an alternate facility in the third quarter of 2024. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> NEW: IFR2 Team Starts Review of Key ICANN Function The review team has determined an initial methodology for conducting detailed fact-finding. An outreach plan to get input from the direct customers of the IANA Naming Function Process, as well as the broader ICANN community, is under development. Read more [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…>. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review ICANN org is initiating consultation with the community to seek input on the timing of the Fourth Accountability and Transparency Review (ATRT4) and whether there is a need for a deferral of the ATRT4 for a limited time. A consultation approach is being used because it will allow for a targeted conversation with the SO/AC Chairs and their constituencies. While ATRT4 is of general interest to the entire ICANN community, it is important for the Board and org to understand whether the SO/ACs would be available to come together to populate, perform and deliver the recommendations within the ATRT4 while carrying out their other work. Members of the ICANN org Review Support and Accountability team are available to meet with interested community groups during ICANN79 or after to address questions about ATRT4 Timing and other Review Topics. To schedule a meeting to discuss, please contact: rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org<mailto:rsa-coordinators@icann.org> Community consultation and engagement activities leading up to and during ICANN79 include: - ICANN79 Prep Week Webinar (Thursday, 22 February) - ICANN79 Community Session on ATRT4 Deferral and Pilot Holistic Review (Tuesday, 5 March) - ICANN79 briefings (at the request of your community group) Action Items 🔥 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=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 The application window for the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) 2024 will open on Monday, 26 February 2024 00:00 KST (UTC+9). Deadline: Sunday, 24 March 2024 23:59 KST (UTC+9) Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Webinars ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar "ICANN for Beginners: Policy and Advice Development," will introduce newcomers to policy and advice development at ICANN. Register for the one that suits you best: 3 April 2024 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> 4 April 2024 at 6:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Public Comment NEW: Proposed Bylaws Updates to Limit Access to Accountability Mechanisms [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 27 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 15 April 2024 Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 01 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 19 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 String Similarity Review Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 07 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 27 March 2024 Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…> Open for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 02 April 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001jOr476R7YRPO9wgZ…>. 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Update on ICANN org work on the IGO Program (on aspects other than implementation of the Curative Rights policy)
by Mary Wong Feb. 29, 2024

Feb. 29, 2024

Dear all, Ahead of your meetings at ICANN79, I am writing to follow up on an action item for ICANN org from the ICANN78 Annual General Meeting. This was for ICANN org to share a preliminary timeline for all the current work streams relating to IGO protections, including preparatory work towards the release of the temporarily-reserved IGO acronyms. The IGO Program team had originally thought we could include this update during the GNSO Council’s session with the Global Domains & Strategy (GDS) team at the GNSO Working Session on Sunday 3 March. However, given the number of topics to be covered in that session, which we also understand will be focused on current GDS policy implementation projects, we thought it might be more appropriate to provide an email update. To recap, ICANN org’s ongoing work streams relating to IGO second-level protections are: 1. implementing the Board-adopted recommendations from the two completed GNSO policy efforts * These are the four GNSO Council-approved recommendations from the 2019 PDP on IGO-INGO Access to Curative Rights Protection Mechanisms and the five recommendations from the 2022 EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections for IGOs. 2. work directed towards releasing the currently-reserved acronyms of those IGOs on the list that the GAC submitted to ICANN in 2013 * This includes the development of a permanent system to notify IGOs on the GAC’s list when a third party registers a second-level domain name that matches that IGO’s acronym as well as work to ensure that the IGO contact list for this purpose is updated and accurate. Our GDS colleagues will cover item (1) as part of their implementation updates at the GNSO Working Session this Sunday. On item (2), the IGO Program team continues to support the Board in its discussion and review of the GAC’s advice in the ICANN76 Cancun Communique<https://gac.icann.org/advice/communiques/icann76-cancun-communique-es.pdf> (March 2023) to “maintain the current moratorium on the registration of IGO acronyms as domain names in New gTLDs presently in place until the full implementation of the recommendations of the EPDP on Specific Curative Rights Protections.” This advice follows from the GAC’s ICANN71 Communique<https://gac.icann.org/contentMigrated/icann71-gac-communique> as well as subsequent correspondence<https://gac.icann.org/contentMigrated/gac-response-to-board-clarifying-ques…> where the GAC clarified its intention that the IGO acronyms should remain reserved until implementation of the Curative Rights policy recommendations is completed. At this time, we are therefore not in a position to provide an estimated timeline for when the IGO acronyms can be released from reservation. We do, however, wish to let you know that ICANN org’s work on the proposed<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> IGO notification system continues. and we are also working to ensure that the IGO contact list is updated and accurate, as this will be necessary to ensure effective operationalization of the planned notification system when it is launched. The team is confident that we will complete these work streams in a timely manner, such that they will not delay any expected action by the Board to release the IGO acronyms from the reserved list. In this regard, we note that ICANN org has stated<https://newgtlds.icann.org/sites/default/files/new-gtld-next-round-implemen…> publicly that developing the notification system is a strategic dependency for delegating the first new gTLDs in the next round. We understand that members of the community wish to understand more clearly the dependencies and considerations around the scope and timelines of all these work streams. The IGO Program team will be happy to meet with the GNSO Council and community to discuss the matter further, at your convenience. Thank you. Best regards, Mary

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Joining ICANN79 Via Zoom Only
by Anne ICANN Feb. 28, 2024

Feb. 28, 2024

Dear Councilors, Will miss seeing you all in person in Puerto Rico. I'll be zooming in. Have managed to injure a tendon in my leg and will be in rehab for two months. Have a great time in San Juan! Anne Anne Aikman-Scalese GNSO Councilor NomCom Non-Voting 2022-2024 anneicanngnso(a)gmail.com

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Fw: GAC/GNSO Council Talking Points/Questions - ICANN79
by Jeff Neuman Feb. 28, 2024

Feb. 28, 2024

Dear Council, Please find enclosed the "GAC Talking Points" from the GAC in preparation for the Bilateral meeting at ICANN 79. I will within the next 24 hours send around my initial thoughts, but I wanted to send this around as quickly as I could so that some of you can review during your travels. Sincerely, Jeff Neuman GNSO Liaison to GAC [cid:5264fb7c-a49c-4fea-a834-189788ea4023] ________________________________ From: Benedetta Rossi <benedetta.rossi(a)icann.org> Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 5:19 AM To: gnso-chairs(a)icann.org <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>; GAC Leadership <gac-leadership(a)icann.org>; jeff(a)jjnsolutions.com <jeff(a)jjnsolutions.com> Subject: GAC/GNSO Council Talking Points/Questions - ICANN79 Dear GNSO Council Leadership and GNSO Liaison to the GAC, In preparation for the upcoming GAC bilateral with the GNSO Council taking place on Wednesday, 6 March 2024, please find below the questions/talking points submitted by the GAC on the agenda items identified by GAC and GNSO Council Leaderships. Thank you, Kind regards, Benedetta -- Benedetta Rossi | Policy Development Support Director (GAC) benedetta.rossi(a)icann.org<mailto:benedetta.rossi@icann.org> | +32.491.90.42.50 ICANN | Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers ICANN79 GAC/GNSO Bilateral (6 March 2024) | GAC Questions/Talking Points New gTLD Program Next Round a. Update on small team “plus” work The GAC welcomes an update from the GNSO Council on the Small Team Plus work in preparation for the New gTLD Program Next Round. Are there any specific points where a policy decision is pending that would affect the GAC? 1. Status update on the work being done on Latin Script Diacritics in New gTLDs, including a tentative timeline for decisions and actions Following the GNSO’s response<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/dibiase-to-sinha-21dec…> to the ICANN Board regarding the ICANN78 GAC Advice and issues of importance, the GAC wishes to request a status update on the work being done on Latin Script Diacritics in New gTLDs, including a tentative timeline for decisions and actions. Furthermore, while the “.quebec” TLD issue has become the de facto case study, the issue is much broader in that it identifies a substantial gap in policy that is counter to the narrative of supporting multilingual internet. French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, etc. languages could all face related issues in the future. 1. Standing Predictability Implementation Review Team (SPIRT) charter The GAC welcomes a GNSO Council’s update on the SPIRT Charter Drafting Team, recognizing a meeting took place to date. The GAC finds this cross community work to be extremely important and is looking to appoint GAC representation to the SPIRT Charter Drafting Team as soon as possible. Could the GNSO Council provide an overview on the SPIRT Charter Drafting Team for GAC membership (e.g. timeline, output and approval process, expectations from members including cadence of meetings and time commitment)? GNSO Statements of Interest (SOIs) status and next steps * ICANN’s processes should be fair and transparent to ensure the trust and confidence of all stakeholders, including governments, in the multistakeholder system of Internet governance. The importance of transparency is enshrined in ICANN’s Bylaws. * In its ICANN76 and ICANN78 Communiqués, as an issue of importance, the GAC addressed the exception within the GNSO’s Operating Procedures that permits participants to refrain from disclosing the individuals or entities that they represent at ICANN. * These exceptions ignore globally established norms in policymaking, where representatives are required to disclose client identities when engaging in policymaking processes. * The GAC firmly supports transparency at ICANN and, in its view, considers this exception in conflict with the ICANN Bylaws. * The GAC hopes to see further opportunities to review this issue so community members can advocate for changes that promote greater transparency at ICANN. DNS Abuse Mitigation a. Potential post contractual amendments policy developments on DNS Abuse, including botnets and phishing The GAC was pleased to hear that the DNS Abuse amendments to the RA and RAA were approved by the Board and will become effective on April 5th. In the GAC’s public comment<https://itp.cdn.icann.org/public-comment/proceeding/Amendments%20to%20the%2…> on the amendments, the GAC noted several potential areas for further work on DNS abuse, including, for example: * Guidance on Key Terms in the Amendments, such as “appropriate,” “prompt,” “actionable,” and “reasonable;” * Due Process Considerations, in the event that a registrant maintains that registrar/registry action taken pursuant to the new obligations was unwarranted; and/or * Policy options designed to address registrants that are “repeat offenders” in the DNS abuse category, which could include identifying thresholds of abuse complaints at which compliance inquiries are automatically triggered, or positive incentives for registrars to achieve positive results in DNS abuse mitigation. The GAC also understands that interest has been expressed in exploring different policy approaches for addressing maliciously-registered domains versus compromised domains. Recognizing that some time must pass in order to observe the effect and impact of the new provisions, what are the thoughts of the GNSO on any prospective Policy Development Processes pertaining to DNS abuse which build upon the foundation created by the new contract obligations, and in advance of the next round of new gTLD applications? How can GAC representatives participate in future discussions on potential policy work and PDPs on DNS Abuse issues? 1. Update on GNSO Council Small Team on DNS Abuse Could the GNSO kindly provide an update on the Small Team on DNS Abuse? Is any further work envisioned? WHOIS/Data Protection a. Data accuracy / Data Processing Agreements between ICANN and Contracted Parties The GAC would welcome a status update from the GNSO Council on where we stand on these issues, where the GAC has repeatedly stated its concern. AOB * The GAC welcomes a GNSO Council Update on “urgent requests” and highlights the need to start work as soon as possible on this important issue. What is the timeline contemplated for this work? * The GAC also welcomes an update on the status of Privacy Proxy Accreditation Implementation. When will work begin on assessing what policies remain fit for purpose in light of other policy developments related to GDPR? What is the timeline contemplated for this work?

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FW: [gnso-secs] [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Greg DiBiase, GNSO Chair - GNSO SPS Report
by Terri Agnew Feb. 27, 2024

Feb. 27, 2024

Hi all, Please see attached letter. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO From: Gnso-secs <gnso-secs-bounces(a)icann.org> on behalf of Wendy Profit via Gnso-secs <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, February 26, 2024 at 5:12 PM To: "DiBiase, Gregory" <dibiase(a)amazon.com>, "gnso-chairs(a)icann.org" <gnso-chairs(a)icann.org>, "gnso-secs(a)icann.org" <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Cc: Secretary <secretary(a)icann.org>, Tripti Sinha <tripti.sinha(a)board.icann.org>, Board Ops Team <board-ops-team(a)icann.org>, Correspondence <correspondence(a)ces.icann.org> Subject: [gnso-secs] [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to Greg DiBiase, GNSO Chair - GNSO SPS Report Dear Greg DiBiase, Please find the attached letter from ICANN Board Chair Tripti Sinha in response to your letter of 6 February 26, 2024 regarding the GNSO Council’s report on your November 2023 Strategic Planning Session (SPS). Thank you and best regards, Wendy Profit Board Operations Senior Manager ICANN [ICANN]

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GNSO Council Absence Notification Form: Osvaldo Novoa
by GNSO Council via ICANN Feb. 27, 2024

Feb. 27, 2024

Full Name of Officer: Philippe Fouquart Officer Email Address: philippe.fouquart(a)orange.com Date Prepared: 27 February 2024 GNSO Organization: Internet Service Provider Constituency Officer Position or Title: Chair Name of Absent Councilor: Osvaldo Novoa Voting Remedy: Proxy Proxy Information Reason(s) for or condition(s) leading to the remedy: Osvaldo Novoa will be attending ICANN79 remotely. The proxy is to be used if connectivity issues arise and Osvaldo is absent during the GNSO Council Meeting on Wednesday, 06 March 2024. Specific subject(s)/measure(s)/motion(s)/action(s) of the Council for which the remedy is being exercised: Any topic/motion which would require a vote from the ISPCP GNSO Councilors. Date upon which the remedy will expire or terminate: 7 March 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). Yes Full Name of GNSO Councilor Serving as Voting Proxy: Thomas Rickert 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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Notice of GAC open mic session at ICANN79 | FW: [Ext] NEW: Executive Team Update
by Terri Agnew Feb. 27, 2024

Feb. 27, 2024

Hello all, Please note below, under the ICANN79 section, the GAC Open Mic session button. To leverage the “Community Forum” format of the ICANN79 Public Meeting, GAC Members have created the opportunity for members of the ICANN community to gather in the GAC meeting room on Tuesday March 5 at 13:00 UTC (09:00 local San Juan time) to share their news and views with committee delegates in-person and on-line during the meeting. This session will serve as an ‘open hour’ where individuals from different constituencies across the ICANN community are invited to register for a short remark time slot and "take the mic" to present questions or comments to the GAC. The GAC will be in "listening" mode during this session and may then reflect on any particular points raised in a subsequent session at ICANN79 or at a future ICANN Public Meeting. Please use this link to sign-up: https://go.icann.org/GACOpenMic <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001waBrt2HkNLCpS4v0…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri From: ICANN Community Digest <andrea(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, February 26, 2024 at 10:03 AM To: Terri Agnew <terri.agnew(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: Executive Team Update [https://r20.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=335e82e3-c4ca-4ca0-bc57-d1db71e6d021&a=112202…] Monday, 26 February 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=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> 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 · Status Update: New gTLD Program: Next Round · ICANN79 GAC ‘Open Mic’ Session · ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report · ICANN79 Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN79 Zoom Backgrounds · NEW: Engagement Booth Outreach Information Sharing · NEW: Executive Team Update · NEW: Phase 2 Officially Opens: Expansion of ICANN Managed Root Server Singles in Africa · Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review Action Item · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions · 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 Webinars · ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar Public Comment · Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program · Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions · Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names · Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook · Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use · String Similarity Review Guidelines ICANN79 ICANN79 Schedule [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Zoom Backgrounds [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> ICANN79 Policy Outlook Report [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> New gTLD Program Status Update [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> GAC Open Mic Session [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> PRSP Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> GNSO Policy Briefing [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> NEW: Engagement Booth Outreach You are welcome to come and do outreach at the ICANN Engagement booth @ICANN79. The ICANN Engagement booth is in place for Newcomers, ICANN org and the ICANN community to engage in discussions. It is supported by volunteers from the community, including members of ICANN’s Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees. We would like to offer 1-hour slots during the ICANN79 meeting week. Sign up here. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Information Sharing NEW: Executive Team Update David Olive, Sr. Vice President, Policy Development & Support, will retire at the end of May. His contributions and impact on ICANN have been immeasurable. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> NEW: Phase 2 Officially Opens: Expansion of ICANN Managed Root Server Singles in Africa In collaboration with the Association of African Universities, we invite Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible organizations interested in hosting an Africa-based IMRS single server instance. This collaboration aims to broaden the initiative's reach and effectiveness in raising awareness throughout the continent. Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Community Consultation On Timing and Potential Deferral of ATRT4 Review ICANN org is initiating consultation with the community to seek input on the timing of the Fourth Accountability and Transparency Review (ATRT4) and whether there is a need for a deferral of the ATRT4 for a limited time. A consultation approach is being used because it will allow for a targeted conversation with the SO/AC Chairs and their constituencies. While ATRT4 is of general interest to the entire ICANN community, it is important for the Board and org to understand whether the SO/ACs would be available to come together to populate, perform and deliver the recommendations within the ATRT4 while carrying out their other work. Members of the ICANN org Review Support and Accountability team are available to meet with interested community groups during ICANN79 or after to address questions about ATRT4 Timing and other Review Topics. To schedule a meeting to discuss, please contact: rsa-coordinators(a)icann.org<mailto:rsa-coordinators@icann.org> Community consultation and engagement activities leading up to and during ICANN79 include: - ICANN79 Prep Week Webinar (Thursday, 22 February) - ICANN79 Community Session on ATRT4 Deferral and Pilot Holistic Review (Tuesday, 5 March) - ICANN79 briefings (at the request of your community group) Action Items 🔥 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=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> 🔥 ACTION ITEM: ICANN Invites Applications for Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy 2024 The application window for the Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) 2024 will open on Monday, 26 February 2024 00:00 KST (UTC+9). Deadline: Sunday, 24 March 2024 23:59 KST (UTC+9) Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Webinars ICANN for Beginners: Join the Policy and Advice Development Webinar "ICANN for Beginners: Policy and Advice Development," will introduce newcomers to policy and advice development at ICANN. Register for the one that suits you best: 3 April 2024 at 14:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> 4 April 2024 at 6:00 UTC | Register to attend [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Read more. [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Public Comment Draft NCAP Study 2 Report and Responses to Questions Regarding Name Collisions [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 19 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 28 February 2024 Phase 1 Final Report of the EPDP on Internationalized Domain Names [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 23 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 12 March 2024 Proposed Language for Draft Sections of the Next Round Applicant Guidebook [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 01 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 19 March 2024 Proposed Top-Level Domain String for Private Use [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 24 January 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2024 String Similarity Review Guidelines [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 07 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 27 March 2024 Review of the Draft Applicant Support Program (ASP) Handbook – New gTLD Program [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…> Open for Submissions: 12 February 2024 Closed for Submissions: 02 April 2024 See upcoming proceedings [r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001NYystNJl8bRidu42…>. 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GNSO Council Portfolio Management Tool Suite - 06 March 2024 Meeting
by Steve Chan Feb. 26, 2024

Feb. 26, 2024

Dear all, Please see links below to the latest version of the GNSO Council’s Portfolio Management Tool Suite for the meeting on 06 March 2024. As you’re likely aware, reviewing the Project List and Action Decision Radar are of particular importance this cycle, given the intended focus of the GNSO’s working sessions on Sunday, 3 March. Agenda: * https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Final+Proposed+Agen… Motions: * https://community.icann.org/display/gnsocouncilmeetings/Motions+2024-03-06 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_P1 – Registration Data policy publication notice sent 21 FEB 2024 * GNSO_Comms – Consideration of the GNSO Council Small Team on Communication report * Active Project Packages: (note, no packages were created for this cycle and will be provided in preparation for ICANN79) * 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 April/May 2024: * EPDP_IDN_P2 – Informational – Phase 2 Initial Report for Public Comment * EDDP_PSR – Council to consider next steps on a Policy Status Report for Expiration Policy. * IDN_Diacritics – Council to consider possible Issue Report. * 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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Recordings | Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar | Monday, 26 February 2024
by Terri Agnew Feb. 26, 2024

Feb. 26, 2024

Dear all, Please find below the audio recording and zoom recording (audio, visual, rough transcript, and chat) of the Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar that took place on Monday, 26 February 2024 at 21:00 UTC. Additional information can be found on the wiki agenda page<https://community.icann.org/x/lICtEQ>. Audio only: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/RSwX0XtnI4uHmufBKaMXybrV5JEMORLIifilucJ1mbCJ… Zoom Recording (includes chat, visual and rough transcript). See both tabs on recording page: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/wRFqtfoAkIrZHq0pOqE1e2gQKXlarC9nbhndAk-REZ5… The recordings and transcriptions of the calls are posted on the GNSO Calendar page. <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/calen…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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**Starting in 15 minutes | Meeting Invitation | Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar | Monday, 26 February 2024
by Terri Agnew Feb. 26, 2024

Feb. 26, 2024

**Starting in 15 minutes Dear all, The Pre-ICANN79 GNSO Council Webinar is scheduled on Monday, 26 February 2024 at 21:00 UTC for 60 minutes. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/lICtEQ Check your time zone: http://tinyurl.com/3y4sa69w <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/tinyurl.com/3y4sa69w__;!!PtGJab4!_iTnf1ao…> GNSO Council members are expected to join and will be panelists. Questions will be taken from GNSO Council only. Observers are welcome and will be in listen-only mode. Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92283565389?pwd=QnlHK1JSbzdiSFFZSjRjamxMTkNGdz09 <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 <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/u/adGHfYeA3T__;!!PtGJab4!5…> Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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