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Request for Review: Updated Draft GNSO CIP Assessment Framework
by Saewon Lee April 29, 2026

April 29, 2026

Dear SCCI Members, Pursuant to Action Item 2 from our last meeting (see notes below), please find the updated working document on CIP Framework Development: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… It now includes the proposed redlines and comments on GNSO/GNSO Council distinction and Criteria elimination issues, along with a few outstanding items that either remain unresolved or require further input. All other updates reflect agreement reached in prior meetings. Please note that the Table in p.1 maps the redundant Criteria to clearly illustrate those proposed for elimination; color codes indicate corresponding redundancies, and each cell is hyperlinked to the original Criterion below. To help LT/Staff prepare for the next meeting, we would appreciate your feedback by next Monday, 4 May 2026, at 18:00 UTC. That said, although a meeting is currently scheduled for Wednesday, 6 May, we will plan to cancel it if no substantive feedback is received that requires discussion; in that case, we will circulate the next steps to the SCCI via the mailing list. Much appreciated, Saewon From: Saewon Lee via Gnso-scci <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:27 PM To: "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: [Gnso-scci] Notes and Action Items | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear All, Please see the following action items and high-level notes from SCCI Meeting #5 [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC…> on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC. Kind regards, Saewon Notes and Action Items from SCCI Meeting #5 [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC…> on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC. [KEY OUTCOMES] 1. No Meeting on 29 April 2026. 2. P1-C2-I2 (GPI and its effectiveness) will remain as-is. 3. P4-C7-I1 (where appropriate) has been updated to satisfaction. [ACTION ITEMS] 1. LT/Staff will update changes within the Framework doc. pursuant to the purpose within the Bylaws and share with the SCCI by next meeting for review. 2. SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. [NOTES] * Slides available at the SCCI’s dedicated wiki agenda page here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC0Nw [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC…> 1. Welcome and SOIs * Manju shared updates regarding her SOI which can be viewed here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/B85dBg [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/B85…> 1. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items * Key Outcomes and AIs from Meeting #4 can be viewed in slide 5 [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…> and the agreements have all been incorporated as appropriate within the Framework doc. [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7…> (new version) 1. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators * Draft CIP Assessment Framework (new version) can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7…> * To provide context and facilitate discussions for the GNSO/GNSO Council distinction for Criteria/Indicators, LT/Staff presented the purpose of GNSO in relation to ICANN Bylaws via slide 8 [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…>; LT proposes that if there are no objections to adhering to this purpose within the Bylaws, the updated language within the doc. will be shared with the SCCI incorporating corresponding changes by next meeting – No objections from SCCI. * LT/Staff pointed out that “operative terms” have been highlighted within the Criteria to help guide (re)formulate the Indicators. * For the comment on GPI and effectiveness (P1-C2-I2), the SCCI agreed to maintain the current Indicator per the above guidance. Thomas also noted that it is not about complying with the GPI but demonstrating that we have considered it. * For the comment on measuring the implementability related to external factors (P2-C6-I2 and I3), Jen commented that maybe something – e.g., period, external factors – could be added to the Indicators to tighten them up. Chris noted that there may be a link between these Indicators and Board readiness work. * Re timeline question from Jen, LT suggested perhaps a milestone could be added to the Indicator for precision (e.g., After PDP 3.0, After Board Readiness work…). GNSO Staff can also check in with staff that supports CIP and see if they have any guidance for SCCI. * Re “where appropriate” on asking if there is a scenario where GNSO would disagree with any recommendations of a particular review (P4-C7-I1), Jen was satisfied with the current updated draft. (e.g., Indicator 1: The most recent GNSO Review was/is being duly considered; Indicator 2: The most recent GNSO Review was/is being implemented.) * Re too many “variables” or “characterstics” within an Indicator (P4-C8-I1), Steve noted that the operative word within the Criteria may help (i.e., in place) to understand why the 3 characteristics do not overload the Indicator. Chris suggested to change the corresponding Criteria to “The GNSO is able to assess, prioritize…” Steve noted that for CIP that is still a Pilot and may not be available for data collection at the time we are conducting this work may be a factor to consider. *Outcomes: 1) P1-C2-I2 (GPI and its effectiveness) will remain as-is; 2) P4-C7-I1 (where appropriate) has been updated to satisfaction. *Action Item: LT/Staff will update changes within the Framework doc. pursuant to the purpose within the Bylaws and share with the SCCI by next meeting for review. 1. Next Steps * No Meeting on 29 April (CPH Summit) * SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. * SCCI Members will only take the finalized doc. to their SG/Cs once it is confirmed by LT that the Framework (doc.) is stable – Not now. *Outcomes: No Meeting on 29 April. *Action Item: SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. 1. AOB * N/A From: Steve Chan <steve.chan(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 12:31 AM To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org>, "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: Re: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, In support of agenda item 3, please find our new working document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7…> You can see suggested redlines, which seek to capture agreements from last week’s meeting; we will talk review those agreements during agenda item 2. Apologies for the late delivery! You can see that redlines and comments were still being added as of today even. Best, Steve From: Saewon Lee via Gnso-scci <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:07 AM To: "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, Please see the proposed agenda for Meeting #5 for 2026, on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC: 1. Welcome and SOIs 2. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items 3. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators 4. Next Steps 5. AOB Kind regards, Saewon Saewon Lee Policy Development Support Manager for GNSO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 (310) 463-5541 Email: saewon.lee(a)icann.org<mailto:saewon.lee@icann.org> Skype: saewon.lee.icann Website: www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Notes and Action Items | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Saewon Lee April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

Dear All, Please see the following action items and high-level notes from SCCI Meeting #5<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC0Nw> on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC. Kind regards, Saewon Notes and Action Items from SCCI Meeting #5<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC0Nw> on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC. [KEY OUTCOMES] 1. No Meeting on 29 April 2026. 2. P1-C2-I2 (GPI and its effectiveness) will remain as-is. 3. P4-C7-I1 (where appropriate) has been updated to satisfaction. [ACTION ITEMS] 1. LT/Staff will update changes within the Framework doc. pursuant to the purpose within the Bylaws and share with the SCCI by next meeting for review. 2. SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. [NOTES] * Slides available at the SCCI’s dedicated wiki agenda page here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC0Nw 1. Welcome and SOIs * Manju shared updates regarding her SOI which can be viewed here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/B85dBg 1. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items * Key Outcomes and AIs from Meeting #4 can be viewed in slide 5<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/GNSOSCCI/pages/934576158/…> and the agreements have all been incorporated as appropriate within the Framework doc.<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj…> (new version) 1. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators * Draft CIP Assessment Framework (new version) can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… * To provide context and facilitate discussions for the GNSO/GNSO Council distinction for Criteria/Indicators, LT/Staff presented the purpose of GNSO in relation to ICANN Bylaws via slide 8<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/GNSOSCCI/pages/934576158/…>; LT proposes that if there are no objections to adhering to this purpose within the Bylaws, the updated language within the doc. will be shared with the SCCI incorporating corresponding changes by next meeting – No objections from SCCI. * LT/Staff pointed out that “operative terms” have been highlighted within the Criteria to help guide (re)formulate the Indicators. * For the comment on GPI and effectiveness (P1-C2-I2), the SCCI agreed to maintain the current Indicator per the above guidance. Thomas also noted that it is not about complying with the GPI but demonstrating that we have considered it. * For the comment on measuring the implementability related to external factors (P2-C6-I2 and I3), Jen commented that maybe something – e.g., period, external factors – could be added to the Indicators to tighten them up. Chris noted that there may be a link between these Indicators and Board readiness work. * Re timeline question from Jen, LT suggested perhaps a milestone could be added to the Indicator for precision (e.g., After PDP 3.0, After Board Readiness work…). GNSO Staff can also check in with staff that supports CIP and see if they have any guidance for SCCI. * Re “where appropriate” on asking if there is a scenario where GNSO would disagree with any recommendations of a particular review (P4-C7-I1), Jen was satisfied with the current updated draft. (e.g., Indicator 1: The most recent GNSO Review was/is being duly considered; Indicator 2: The most recent GNSO Review was/is being implemented.) * Re too many “variables” or “characterstics” within an Indicator (P4-C8-I1), Steve noted that the operative word within the Criteria may help (i.e., in place) to understand why the 3 characteristics do not overload the Indicator. Chris suggested to change the corresponding Criteria to “The GNSO is able to assess, prioritize…” Steve noted that for CIP that is still a Pilot and may not be available for data collection at the time we are conducting this work may be a factor to consider. *Outcomes: 1) P1-C2-I2 (GPI and its effectiveness) will remain as-is; 2) P4-C7-I1 (where appropriate) has been updated to satisfaction. *Action Item: LT/Staff will update changes within the Framework doc. pursuant to the purpose within the Bylaws and share with the SCCI by next meeting for review. 1. Next Steps * No Meeting on 29 April (CPH Summit) * SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. * SCCI Members will only take the finalized doc. to their SG/Cs once it is confirmed by LT that the Framework (doc.) is stable – Not now. *Outcomes: No Meeting on 29 April. *Action Item: SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, focusing on: 1) GNSO/GNSO Council distinction; and 2) Criteria that can be eliminated. 1. AOB * N/A From: Steve Chan <steve.chan(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 12:31 AM To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org>, "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: Re: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, In support of agenda item 3, please find our new working document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… You can see suggested redlines, which seek to capture agreements from last week’s meeting; we will talk review those agreements during agenda item 2. Apologies for the late delivery! You can see that redlines and comments were still being added as of today even. Best, Steve From: Saewon Lee via Gnso-scci <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:07 AM To: "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, Please see the proposed agenda for Meeting #5 for 2026, on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC: 1. Welcome and SOIs 2. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items 3. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators 4. Next Steps 5. AOB Kind regards, Saewon Saewon Lee Policy Development Support Manager for GNSO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 (310) 463-5541 Email: saewon.lee(a)icann.org<mailto:saewon.lee@icann.org> Skype: saewon.lee.icann Website: www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Post Call | GNSO Standing Committee on Continuous Improvement (SCCI) | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Terri Agnew April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

Dear all, All recordings for the SCCI call held on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 12:00 UTC can be found on the agenda wiki page <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HoC0Nw> and the GNSO Master calendar<https://gnso.icann.org/en/group-activities/calendar/2026>. These include: * Attendance * Audio recording * Zoom recording (including audio, visual, rough transcript, and chat.) * Transcript * Agenda and Notes/Action Items As a reminder only members and alternates can join the call as a Panelist, observers can join as an Attendee to listen. For additional information, you may consult the mailing list archives<https://lists.icann.org/hyperkitty/list/gnso-scci@icann.org/> and the main wiki page<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/FABbBg>. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Meeting Invitation | GNSO SCCI Call | Wednesday, 06 May 2026
by Terri Agnew April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

**Reminder, 29 April has been cancelled, please remove it from your calendars. See information below for next scheduled meeting. Dear all, The next meeting of the GNSO Standing Committee on Continuous Improvement (SCCI) will take place on Wednesday, 06 May 2026 at 12:00 UTC for 1 hour. Zoom Webinar link: : https://icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpMZHdNSlNSQkYrSG5MZmxQUT09<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpM…> Meeting ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: .&@z^zfSL1 Audio: Webinar ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: 0702315261 International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/ad6GAsKCUM ALL: Before joining the call: * Please send apologies to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> only * Please be sure you have read the ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.icann.org/resources/pages/expected-s…>, the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…>, and the ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/adopted-icann-community-partici…>. * Visit the 2026 Wiki Agenda pages: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQCPKQ Thank you, Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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**Starting in 15 minutes | Meeting Invitation | GNSO SCCI Call | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Terri Agnew April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

**Starting in 15 minutes Dear all, The next meeting of the GNSO Standing Committee on Continuous Improvement (SCCI) will take place on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 12:00 UTC for 1 hour. Zoom Webinar link: : https://icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpMZHdNSlNSQkYrSG5MZmxQUT09<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpM…> Meeting ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: .&@z^zfSL1 Audio: Webinar ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: 0702315261 International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/ad6GAsKCUM ALL: Before joining the call: * Please send apologies to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> only * Please be sure you have read the ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.icann.org/resources/pages/expected-s…>, the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…>, and the ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/adopted-icann-community-partici…>. * Visit the 2026 Wiki Agenda pages: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQCPKQ * Time conversion link: https://tinyurl.com/5bvwezzd Thank you, Kind regards, Julie Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Re: Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Steve Chan April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

Dear SCCI Members, In support of agenda item 3, please find our new working document: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p_d3rEr25NV7RkSAwh5HsTwXEXC4rDm2Uk__6Tj… You can see suggested redlines, which seek to capture agreements from last week’s meeting; we will talk review those agreements during agenda item 2. Apologies for the late delivery! You can see that redlines and comments were still being added as of today even. Best, Steve From: Saewon Lee via Gnso-scci <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Saewon Lee <saewon.lee(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:07 AM To: "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, Please see the proposed agenda for Meeting #5 for 2026, on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC: 1. Welcome and SOIs 2. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items 3. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators 4. Next Steps 5. AOB Kind regards, Saewon Saewon Lee Policy Development Support Manager for GNSO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 (310) 463-5541 Email: saewon.lee(a)icann.org<mailto:saewon.lee@icann.org> Skype: saewon.lee.icann Website: www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Saewon Lee April 21, 2026

April 21, 2026

Dear SCCI Members, Please see the proposed agenda for Meeting #5 for 2026, on Wednesday, 22 April at 12:00 UTC: 1. Welcome and SOIs 2. Recap of Meeting #4: Key Outcomes and Action Items 3. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators 4. Next Steps 5. AOB Kind regards, Saewon Saewon Lee Policy Development Support Manager for GNSO Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 (310) 463-5541 Email: saewon.lee(a)icann.org<mailto:saewon.lee@icann.org> Skype: saewon.lee.icann Website: www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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REMINDER | Meeting Invitation | GNSO SCCI Call | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Terri Agnew April 21, 2026

April 21, 2026

Dear all, The next meeting of the GNSO Standing Committee on Continuous Improvement (SCCI) will take place on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 12:00 UTC for 1 hour. Zoom Webinar link: : https://icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpMZHdNSlNSQkYrSG5MZmxQUT09<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpM…> Meeting ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: .&@z^zfSL1 Audio: Webinar ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: 0702315261 International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/ad6GAsKCUM ALL: Before joining the call: * Please send apologies to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> only * Please be sure you have read the ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.icann.org/resources/pages/expected-s…>, the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…>, and the ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/adopted-icann-community-partici…>. * Visit the 2026 Wiki Agenda pages: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQCPKQ * Time conversion link: https://tinyurl.com/5bvwezzd Thank you, Kind regards, Julie Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Notes and Action Items | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 15 April 2026
by Saewon Lee April 15, 2026

April 15, 2026

Dear All, Please see the following action items and high-level notes from SCCI Meeting #4 in 2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HgC1Nw> on Wednesday, 15 April at 12:00 UTC. Kind regards, Saewon Notes and Action Items from SCCI Meeting #4 in 2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HgC1Nw> on Wednesday, 15 April at 12:00 UTC. [KEY OUTCOMES] 1. Theme 1: Regarding the vague period/frequency topic, SCCI agreed to add a qualitative Indicator while adding other qualitative characters to certain Indicators – Agreement to line up the Indicators in the order of frequency, mechanism, and then effectiveness 2. Theme 3: SCCI agreed with “one or more” for the low baseline Indicators. [ACTION ITEMS] 1. LT/Staff to incorporate the agreements to the Indicator doc. and circulate it with the SCCI Members 2. SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, provide input if any, especially focusing on GNSO/GNSO Council distinction (Principle 3). [NOTES] * Slides available at the SCCI’s dedicated wiki agenda page here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HgC1Nw 1. Welcome and SOIs · N/A 1. Recap of Meeting #1: Key Outcomes and Action Items · SCCI Members agreed to the proposed approach and methodology to move forward with the Indicators – Thanks to all the members for the input to the draft Indicators. 1. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicators * SCCI comments for the CIP Assessment Framework can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ER4xnR6MNJ50LpkHhnng1tffVMslKsC0nX8MOOJ… * Manju reminded the SCCI Members of the CIP Phase 1 Work Plan via slide 7<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/HgC1Nw>; currently developing Indicators. * Prior to delving into individual comments via the doc., LT/Staff believed a level setting on CIP Assessment Framework Development assignment may be helpful, which is listed via slide 8<https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F_VdlKCo_OApnQCX38d3-wFaUl7u_5qH/ed…>: 1) At present, SCCI to focus only on reviewing Indicators; 2) the current agreed upon Indicators include a mixture of process/procedure/governance-based lists and quantifiable; 3) the expectation is not for Indicators to score 10/10 but to have areas to improve – we need to focus on questions rather than the answers; 4) data may not be easy to collect and need to consider the feasibility and usability; 5) the collection of data will eventually help GNSO determine areas of the greatest need for improvement. * Concern raised that the current Indicators may not be practical or useful, rather academic, and that most answers will come from the survey where we don’t know how this will be captured/formulated. Acknowledged the concerns and noted that the SCCI will be developing the survey together under the org guidance once the Assessment Framework is stabilized. * SCCI comments on Indicators by theme in slide 9<https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F_VdlKCo_OApnQCX38d3-wFaUl7u_5qH/ed…>: * Theme 1: Periodic Frequency and preciseness of the frequency request (e.g., regularly). Noted that we are asking the questions, not seeking answers which may seem like the questions or timing/frequency is vague. * Specifity may not be relevant as the Indicator will act as questions for SCCI’s data gathering purposes and the assessment will only occur after. * Suggestion: The GNSO Council engages effectively with SOs, ACs, SGs, and Cs. * Need for a qualitative Indicator (i.e., is it sufficient? Is it effective?) beyond the quantitative (i.e., frequency), you know, and you ask a question * Options: 1. Revise “regularly” to “effectively”; 2. Add a new Indicator with “effectively” * SCCI agreed not to combine many characteristics to one Indicator (effectively and regularly) since it will become blurry and more difficult to measure. * Indicator 2 can be revised to: “…one or mechanism to effectively seek input…” * Indicator 3 can add “…sufficiently engages…” • to review again next week. * Theme 3: Bar is too low with “at least one” and should be revised to “one or more” * With the current language (at least one), it does not actually identify what/any mechanisms asked, or how effective they are; Survey questions should talk about naming those mechanisms. Noted that the current language and intent was not to respond with only “yes/no” but to list out the mechanisms. * SCCI agreed to proceed with “one or more” * Not all Indicators need to be a part of the survey – i.e., frequency which can be calculated by org – and that makes the qualitative aspects more important for the survey. * Theme 2 – Statement Indicators to be revised into more measurable methods – was a path agreed upon in previous meetings. * Theme 4: GNSO Council and GNSO as a whole distinction (mainly in Principle 3). * Question raised if the Principle can include – or be separated – to ask questions on both GNSO and the GNSO Council. Noted that this needs more careful review and that each item will need to be examined. *Outcome: 1) Theme 1: Regarding the vague period/frequency topic, SCCI agreed to add a qualitative Indicator while adding other qualitative characters to certain Indicators – Agreement to line up the Indicators in the order of frequency, mechanism, and then effectiveness; 2) Theme 3: SCCI agreed with “one or more” for the low baseline Indicators. *Action Item: 1) LT/Staff to incorporate the agreement to the Indicator doc. and circulate it with the SCCI Members; 2) SCCI to review the doc. again, focusing on Principle 3. 1. Next Steps · Meeting on 22 April · SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, provide input if any, especially focusing on GNSO/GNSO Council distinction. *Action Item: SCCI Members to review the CIP Assessment Framework doc. again, provide input if any, especially focusing on GNSO/GNSO Council distinction. 1. AOB · N/A From: Steve Chan via Gnso-scci <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Reply-To: Steve Chan <steve.chan(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 2:10 PM To: "gnso-scci(a)icann.org" <gnso-scci(a)icann.org> Subject: [Gnso-scci] Proposed Agenda | SCCI Meeting | Wednesday, 15 April 2026 Dear SCCI Members, Please see the proposed agenda for meeting #2 for 2026, on Wednesday, 15 April at 12:00 UTC. 1. Welcome and SOIs 2. Recap of Meeting #1: Key Outcomes and Action Items 3. Review of SCCI Comments for Indicator: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ER4xnR6MNJ50LpkHhnng1tffVMslKsC0nX8MOOJ… [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1ER4xnR6MNJ50…> 4. Next Steps 5. AOB 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> Mobile: +1.310.339.4410

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Meeting Invitation | GNSO SCCI Call | Wednesday, 22 April 2026
by Julie Bisland April 15, 2026

April 15, 2026

Dear all, The next meeting of the GNSO Standing Committee on Continuous Improvement (SCCI) will take place on Wednesday, 22 April 2026 at 12:00 UTC for 1 hour. Zoom Webinar link: : https://icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpMZHdNSlNSQkYrSG5MZmxQUT09<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/j/96269931065?pwd=c0VKWkpM…> Meeting ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: .&@z^zfSL1 Audio: Webinar ID: 962 6993 1065 Passcode: 0702315261 International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/ad6GAsKCUM ALL: Before joining the call: * Please send apologies to gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> only * Please be sure you have read the ICANN Expected Standards of Behavior<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.icann.org/resources/pages/expected-s…>, the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…>, and the ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/adopted-icann-community-partici…>. * Visit the 2026 Wiki Agenda pages: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQCPKQ * Time conversion link: https://tinyurl.com/5bvwezzd Thank you, Kind regards, Julie Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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