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ICANN59: GNSO Sessions How to Get Organized and Remote Participation Details
by Chantelle Doerksen June 9, 2017

June 9, 2017

On behalf of the GNSO SO/AC Support staff, please see below. Dear all, GNSO SO/AC Support staff have created a remote participation landing page for all GNSO open and public meetings should you not be travelling to Johannesburg. This gives you Adobe Connect room information, but equally, given that Adobe Connect audio will not be activated (streaming only), dial in information is provided for you to connect to the sessions via your telephone (information for closed sessions has been sent to groups concerned only). In addition to this, the ICANN meetings website provides you with an easy to navigate schedule and the possibility of downloading all GNSO-related meetings to your inbox calendar in one go. 2 LINKS TO BOOKMARK NOW: ICANN59 Meeting Schedule<https://icann59johannesburg2017.sched.com/> GNSO Remote Participation wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/aSTwAw> Step 1 Go to the Meeting Schedule webpage, and if not done yet, create a log in when prompted. To get a general description of the session, please hover your mouse over the session title and a summary of the session will appear as well as an Add to my Schedule option. Once you have completed your schedule, you can visit this page to configure your account to receive session information directly on your calendars: https://icann59johannesburg2017.sched.com/mobile-site Step 2 Please download the ICANN59 Mobile App to automatically receive the latest updates to your schedule (available on Apple and Android products, look for “ICANN59”) Step 3 All Adobe Connect rooms (which can be found on the session information on the Meeting Schedule and on the GNSO Remote Participation wiki page) will provide audio streaming. If you cannot join an Adobe Connect room for a session, and will need to dial in with your phone, please refer to the GNSO Remote Participation wiki page for the audio pass codes and dial in numbers. Please also follow the previous steps if you wish to take part in the session over the phone. Terri Agnew and Nathalie Peregrine will be onsite to assist you directly. For all GNSO meeting related queries (RP or others), please email us at: gnso-secs(a)icann.org<applewebdata://FB60497E-61D8-4FE9-BF9C-EB238191E416/gnso-secs@icann.org> and we will be more than happy to assist! Kind regards, GNSO SO/AC Support team

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ICANN59 Johannesburg: Public Schedule Posted
by Greg Shatan June 7, 2017

June 7, 2017

The public schedule for ICANN59 in Johannesburg is now posted at https://schedule.icann.org*.* David A. Olive Senior Vice President Policy Development Support Managing Director ICANN Regional Office –Istanbul Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Direct Line: +90.212.999.6212 Mobile: + 1. 202.341.3611 <+%201.%20202.341.3611> Mobile: +90.533.341.6550 _______________________________________________ Soac-leaders-icann59 mailing list Soac-leaders-icann59(a)icann.org https://mm.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/soac-leaders-icann59

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ICANN's Travel Notes for ICANN59 Johannesburg
by Greg Shatan June 3, 2017

June 3, 2017

All, Here are the notes that ICANN sent to "supported travelers". Others traveling to Jo'burg should find them useful as well. *NOTES: * ICANN will implement a 24/7 Health and Safety Center (HSC) providing resources on the ground to help with any security or medical questions, concerns and incidents. Contact information for the HSC can be found in the Emergency Numbers section below. *BEFORE YOU TRAVEL* *MEDICAL* Before traveling, consult with a travel health professional about any medical preparations required, including vaccinations. See the CDC website for more information about recommended vaccinations for travel to South Africa. Additionally, a yellow fever vaccine is required for anyone coming from or traveling through WHO-designated yellow fever countries. Make sure that you have an adequate supply of any regular medications. Work with your health professional to determine if your medications are available in South Africa, and if not, any alternate medications you can take if your medications are lost or stolen. Always carry your medications in your carry-on baggage. *PASSPORT* Make color copies of your passport and visa (if applicable) and carry them with you. Keep originals in a safe location at all times. It's also a good idea to leave a copy with someone at home. *STAYING IN JOHANNESBURG* OR (Oliver Reginald) TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (JNB) OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) is situated in Kempton Park in Gauteng near Johannesburg and is the largest airport in Africa. It is the hub for most international and domestic travel from and within South Africa. The airport is roughly 13 miles (21km) east of the city center. Both the international and domestic terminals are well policed and unauthorized personnel are restricted from entering the building. Airport facilities include banks, shops, car rental outlets and an express train into the city. Due to security concerns, it is not recommended to use ATMs at the airport. For more information about moving between the airport and the hotels, see the Transportation section below. *EMERGENCY NUMBERS* Fire/Police/Ambulance: 112 or 10111 Country Code: 27 *ICANN Health and Safety Center:* • Main Line: +1 424 488 6710 <(424)%20488-6710> (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) • Local Line: 72 617 6702 (FROM LOCAL PHONE) / +27 72 617 6702 <+27%2072%20617%206702> (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) • Email: Meeting-Assistance(a)icann.org *LANGUAGE* There are 11 official languages in South Africa, but English and Afrikaans are most commonly used throughout the country. The vast majority of South Africans speak English – especially hotel and service staff. *MONEY* South Africa’s currency is the rand (ZAR or R). Banks typically offer the best currency conversion rates, though using a hotel or exchange desk may be more convenient. Banks and most major hotels accept traveler's checks. Bank/credit cards are widely accepted, and ATMs are widespread. However, it is strongly recommended to use ATMs only in secure locations (see the Financial section of General Travel Safety Guidance below). Most establishments accept major credit cards such as MasterCard, Visa, and American Express. Please note that some vendors may not accept cards that do not have a security chip. *TIPPING* Tipping is common in South Africa. Service staff generally expect a tip of 10-15% or as travelers deem appropriate. *TRANSPORTATION* The Gautrain (pronounced how-train), a high speed rail line, links OR Tambo Airport to the Sandton suburb (approximately 25-minute ride), with a station approximately 1km from the Sandton Convention Center. The train service is modern and efficient, running every 12 minutes during peak hours, and includes plenty of room for riders with luggage. A shuttle runs continuously from 06:00 to 21:30 each day between the Sandton station and the Sandton hotels listed on the ICANN59 Meeting website. The shuttle pickup point is on the PT (Public Transport) Level of the station. Gautrain cards can be purchased at a station using cash or credit/debit card, except American Express. This is the most preferred, reliable and fastest method of transport between the airport and the hotels. The alternative mode of transport from the airport to the hotel is a pre-booked, private car service through ICANN’s contracted Destination Management Company (DMC), details of which, such as the custom email address for booking requests, can be found on the ICANN59 Meeting website. Hotel or DMC-organized cars are the preferred methods for everyday travel throughout the city. These can be ordered beforehand through the hotel reception or the DMC desk at the venue. While locals frequently use taxis and Uber, there are risks associated with these services and they are therefore not recommended. These include petty crime, and sometimes confrontations between taxi and Uber drivers stemming from competition over passengers. For more information, please visit: https://meetings.icann.org/en/ johannesburg59#transportation *SECURITY OVERVIEW* Johannesburg (colloquially known as Jo'burg or Jozi) is the largest commercial, financial, and industrial center in southern Africa. The Sandton Convention Center, the attached hotels, and the Sandton City mall complex (including Nelson Mandela Square) are all secure and offer a vast array of restaurants, shopping, and entertainment options. The Hyde Park and Rosebank areas are also generally safe and contain a number of excellent restaurants. It is strongly advised that attendees prefer these venues for lunch and evening events. The DMC has also suggested a range of restaurants within these areas for which reservations can be made, space permitting. Additionally, ICANN Health and Safety personnel will be available in these areas to provide assistance as needed. *GENERAL TRAVEL SAFETY GUIDANCE* Each traveler is responsible for their own safety during any trip abroad. The following guidance is intended to help improve situational awareness and reduce travel risks. *Pre-Travel Preparations* • Consider vacuum-wrapping/locking luggage where local regulations permit. • Keep all valuables in your carry-on luggage. *At the Airport* • Keep an eye on your belongings as you move through the airport. Avoid offers from strangers to carry your bags. • Avoid offers to hail a taxi or car on your behalf. Follow signs to the Gautrain station – see the Transportation section for more information. • When you reach the arrival terminal, orient yourself quickly and move with confidence. The ICANN assistance desk is located just to the right after you exit customs and walk into the arrival terminal. *Moving Around* • As when traveling to any foreign country, maintain situational awareness and pay attention to your surroundings to minimize travel risks. • Avoid outward displays of wealth such as watches, bags, jewelry, etc., or frequent display or use of your smartphone. • Avoid walking alone; move in groups whenever possible. • Maintain heightened security awareness in touristic sites and crowded transit facilities to deter opportunistic crimes such as pickpocketing or bag snatching. Keep your belongings on or with you at all times. • While walking around, remain alert and undistracted, especially by your cell phone. Pay attention to your surroundings, especially when walking on the street. • Carry a cell phone with useful and emergency contact numbers, including the ICANN Health and Safety Center numbers (see above). This information is also printed on the back of your registration badge. • When in a car, keep the windows rolled up and remain alert, especially at traffic lights or stops. Keep valuables such as cell phones, jewelry, and hand bags out of sight. • Never get into a taxi that already has a passenger, or allow your taxi to pick up additional passengers en route. *Financial* • Use ATMs within secure locations, such as the Sandton City mall (attached to Convention Center) instead of ATMs on the street. This will decrease the likelihood of card skimming and robbery. We strongly advise against using ATMs at the airport, on the street, or in small shops. • When using your credit/debit card at shops or restaurants, maintain visibility of your card at all times to minimize fraud opportunities. *GOVERNMENT TRAVEL ADVICE* • We encourage you to refer to your countries’ traveler advice resources, where available, such as: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/country/south-africa.html https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-africa/safety-and-security

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ICANN Responses to GAC Copenhagen Communique
by Greg Shatan May 31, 2017

May 31, 2017

All, I think you will find some interesting material in the ICANN response to the questions in the GAC Copenhagen Communique -- it's almost entirely devoted to WHOIS, Contractual Compliance and Abuse related issues. This was posted by ICANN on their correspondence page under the rather opaque title of "Letter from Goran Marby to Thomas Schneider." Greg

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ICANN History Project
by Greg Shatan May 30, 2017

May 30, 2017

All, ICANN has launched The ICANN History Project. So far, it includes video interviews with several significant participants in various eras of ICANN history. (However, if I'm not mistaken, there have been no members of the multistakeholder community, unless they served on the ICANN Board or worked for ICANN. Hopefully, this will change over time. It might make sense for some IPC members who have been involved for many years to volunteer to be interviewed, to help make this a more "bottom up" project.) For more information: https://www.icann.org/news/blog/a-look-back-the-icann-history-project Greg -- *Greg Shatan *C: 917-816-6428 S: gsshatan gregshatanipc(a)gmail.com

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Icann LA Visit May 2017.
by Aslam Mohamed May 26, 2017

May 26, 2017

Hi Guys Just getting back to NYC after a visit to ICANN LA HQ. Happy meetings with many. Thanks to Chantelle for arranging it. See you all in Johannesburg. Best Aslam G Mohamed RNA IP Attorneys India US +1 646 243 9857 HQ +91 124 2841222 [cid:9465C527-B622-4C5A-A8BB-44E5A53B33E5] On 26-May-2017, at 05:09, Jannik Skou <js(a)thomsentrampedach.com<mailto:js@thomsentrampedach.com>> wrote: Hi Brian Back from INTA Barcelona - I see your email with the idea for a call Tuesday/Wed. Did you guys have a call? (Sorry for missing out on that). was a hectic week as always during INTA. I see there a comments posted by INTA/BRG/BC https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/comments-subsequent-procedures-22mar17/2017-… Kind regards | Mit freundlichem Gruss, Jannik Skou, MBA Partner Thomsen Trampedach GmbH Grundstrasse 22a 6343 Rotkreuz Switzerland T +45.22275696 M js(a)thomsentrampedach.com<mailto:js@thomsentrampedach.com> W http://thomsentrampedach.com On 19 May 2017, at 23:14, Brian Scarpelli <BScarpelli(a)actonline.org<mailto:BScarpelli@actonline.org>> wrote: Dear IPC colleagues – apologies in advance for sending on a Friday afternoon but just a quick update/request re: IPC comments on the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG’s ‘Community Comment 2’ (background document and specific questions both attached), due on May 22. [I have attached the CC2 docs, and the IPC comments on CC1 are accessible at: http://bit.ly/2q53diK] We have not been able to get a draft comment together for IPC review yet and because of the approaching May 22 deadline would like to renew our request for volunteers to help us potentially put something together quickly on critical IPC issues. Would any further IPC members be able to help out with this? Also I have checked w Greg and we should be good to have our comments accepted if they are a little late (this is not a formal ICANN comment also). If it can help, we could hold a call if needed, so I created a quick doodle poll for next Tues and Wed afternoons: http://doodle.com/poll/cu5daq9f8wfzvgkt. If anyone wants to help out and can indicate times that work for them we can have a call to put our heads together on this comment during this call? -Brian From: Jannik Skou [mailto:js@thomsentrampedach.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 18, 2017 7:54 AM To: Brian Scarpelli <BScarpelli(a)actonline.org<mailto:BScarpelli@actonline.org>> Cc: Mike Rodenbaugh <mike(a)rodenbaugh.com<mailto:mike@rodenbaugh.com>>; Kiran Malancharuvil <Kiran.Malancharuvil(a)markmonitor.com<mailto:Kiran.Malancharuvil@markmonitor.com>>; Ariel Manoff <amanoff(a)vmf.com.ar<mailto:amanoff@vmf.com.ar>>; Aslam Mohamed <aslam(a)rnaip.com<mailto:aslam@rnaip.com>>; Greg Shatan <gregshatanipc(a)gmail.com<mailto:gregshatanipc@gmail.com>>; Chantelle Doerksen (chantelle.doerksen(a)icann.org<mailto:chantelle.doerksen@icann.org>) <chantelle.doerksen(a)icann.org<mailto:chantelle.doerksen@icann.org>>; listserv(a)ipconstituency.org<mailto:listserv@ipconstituency.org> Subject: Re: [IPC Discussion List] Drafting IPC Comments re: New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG Community Comment Request (due May 1) Hi Brian, Mike, Kiran, Paul, Hector and Aslam Please find attached my own comments already submitted. Your spread sheet makes sense. It seems very likely that the deadline will be extended to May 22nd. (see email from Jeff today) as the GAC has requested more time, as I understood it. I would suggest we organise a short call to discuss how we best put the comments together. Also maybe we could meet during GDD in Madrid and then discuss any points we seem to disagree on? (Provided the deadline is extended of course). I suggest a native US/UK member take the lead (also) on drafting final text :-) Kind regards | Mit freundlichem Gruss, Jannik Skou, MBA Partner Thomsen Trampedach GmbH Grundstrasse 22a 6343 Rotkreuz Switzerland T +45.22275696 M js(a)thomsentrampedach.com<mailto:js@thomsentrampedach.com> W http://thomsentrampedach.com On 18 Apr 2017, at 13:14, Brian Scarpelli <BScarpelli(a)actonline.org<mailto:BScarpelli@actonline.org>> wrote: (copying entire IPC in case we have additional volunteers) Dear Mike, Jannik, Paul, Kiran, Héctor & Aslam – thanks very much for volunteering to help with IPC input on the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG’s ‘Community Comment 2’ (background document and specific questions both attached). This comment is due May 1. I have created a pretty basic shared spreadsheet that we can use to organize input if that is helpful:http://bit.ly/2pM6FPN. Would anyone be interested in taking the lead in drafting for this comment? If I could help us get a call together I’m happy to do that. If it is helpful here’s a link to the IPC’s comments from August last year re: ‘Community Comment 1’: · IPC Response to the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures Working Group’s First Request for Community Comments (19 August 2016) Lastly, for anyone who wants to take a look at the different comment opportunities for the IPC that we’ve been tracking, filed on, or are considering filing on, please visit: http://bit.ly/2oBY18z -Brian Brian Scarpelli Senior Policy Counsel 517-507-1446 | bscarpelli(a)actonline.org<mailto:bscarpelli@actonline.org> ACT | The App Association From: listserv(a)ipconstituency.simplelists.com<mailto:listserv@ipconstituency.simplelists.com> [mailto:listserv@ipconstituency.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of Brian Scarpelli Sent: Wednesday, March 22, 2017 7:37 AM To: listserv(a)ipconstituency.org<mailto:listserv@ipconstituency.org> Cc: Greg Shatan <gregshatanipc(a)gmail.com<mailto:gregshatanipc@gmail.com>>; Chantelle Doerksen (chantelle.doerksen(a)icann.org<mailto:chantelle.doerksen@icann.org>) <chantelle.doerksen(a)icann.org<mailto:chantelle.doerksen@icann.org>> Subject: [IPC Discussion List] Request for Volunteers -- New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG Community Comment Request (due May 1) IPC colleagues – The leadership team of the New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG is seeking community input through Community Comment 2, with comments requested by May 1. Please see attached for (1) a backgrounder and survey of subjects comments are requested on, and (2) specific questions the PDP WG is seeking responses to [both PDF and Word]. I plan to circulate a template for gathering our input soon. This survey is extensive and the IPC may only wish to provide answers to certain questions that relate to its own particular interests or concerns. Please let myself and Chantelle know if you are interested in helping with an IPC response to this survey. Brian Brian Scarpelli Senior Policy Counsel 517-507-1446 | bscarpelli(a)actonline.org<mailto:bscarpelli@actonline.org> ACT | The App Association <Community Comment 2 letter_IPC_20 March 2017.pdf><New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG Community Comment 2.pdf> <Community Comment 2 letter_IPC_20 March 2017.pdf><New gTLD Subsequent Procedures PDP WG Community Comment 2.pdf> ________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTICE - The contents of this email and attachments are confidential and may be subject to legal privilege. Copying or communicating any part of it to others is prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the intended recipient you must not use, copy, distribute or rely on this email and should please return it immediately or notify us by telephone. While we take every reasonable precaution to screen out computer viruses from emails, attachments to this email may contain such viruses. We cannot accept liability for loss or damage resulting from such viruses. 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Designation of Matthew Shears to Board Seat 14
by Greg Shatan May 25, 2017

May 25, 2017

All: The Empowered Community, in its role as "Designator," has formally designated Matthew Shears to sit on Board Seat 14. The correspondence may be seen here, along with designation documents for Leon Sanchez and Chris Disspain: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/bm/secretarys-notice-redacted-23may17… Greg Shatan IPC President

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Pre-ICANN59 Policy Update Webinar Thursday, 15 June 2017 at 10:00 UTC and 19:00 UTC
by Chantelle Doerksen May 22, 2017

May 22, 2017

https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2017-05-22-en Please RSVP via this form by 13 June 2017. You will receive remote participation details the week of 12 June 2017. The ICANN Policy Development Support Team will host a Policy Update Webinar on Thursday, 15 June 2017 at 10:00 and 19:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), in preparation for the upcoming ICANN59 Policy Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa. The purpose of the webinar is to summarize policy activities across the ICANN policy development community and to brief the community on the Empowered Community consultation and cross-community sessions taking place in Johannesburg. Briefings on the Empowered Community Consultation and Cross-Community Sessions: · Special session on the Proposed Fundamental Bylaws Amendments · Next-Generation Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Registration Directory Services (RDS) policy requirements · General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) · Geographic names · Operational side of ICANN's Operating Plan and Budget · Who sets ICANN's priorities? Updates on Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees: · Address Supporting Organization (ASO) and regional Internet registries (RIR) policy development · Country Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO) · Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) · At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) and At-Large Community · Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) · Root Server System Advisory Committee (RSSAC) · Security and Stability Advisory Committee (SSAC) The two sessions are duplicates, scheduled to accommodate different time zones. Each session runs in English for 90 minutes. The webinar will be conducted via Adobe Connect along with a dial-in conference bridge for audio. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of each session. During the course of the webinar, participants may submit questions using the chat function in Adobe Connect. Recordings of the webinars will be made available here. The Policy Development Support Team is always available to answer any questions via email at policyinfo(a)icann.org. Please RSVP via this form by 13 June 2017. You will receive remote participation details the week of 12 June 2017.

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Complaints Office New FAQ
by Greg Shatan May 20, 2017

May 20, 2017

All, The Complaints Office issued an FAQ on May 18, which can be found here: https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/complaints-office-faqs-18may17-… The FAQ is short (2 pages, though it has links to other resources) and fairly high-level. Nonetheless, it's important reading for all those who might have or be interested in complaints regarding ICANN. Greg -- *Greg Shatan *C: 917-816-6428 S: gsshatan gregshatanipc(a)gmail.com

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ICANN call for Trusted Community Representatives for KSK Process
by Greg Shatan May 20, 2017

May 20, 2017

ICANN has issued a call for Trusted Community Representatives (TCRs), who hold portions of the cryptographic Key Signing Key (KSK) used to maintain the security of the root zone, or act as back-ups to those who do. The main active responsibility is to attend KSK Ceremonies and provide the portion of the KSK as required. The TCRs are supposed to act as "ambassadors on behalf of the technical and operational communities," so it is not clear if IPC members (who were not also members of the "operational community") would be eligible to serve. But if anyone's interested, they can ask, or I'd be happy to ask as a general matter. For more information see: https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2017-05-18-en Greg -- *Greg Shatan *C: 917-816-6428 S: gsshatan gregshatanipc(a)gmail.com

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