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[Reminder] MEAC School on Internet Governance 2025 - Call for Applications
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 17, 2024

Nov. 17, 2024

Dear All, The Middle East and Adjoining Countries School on Internet Governance (MEAC-SIG) 2025 is offering a five-day in-person intensive program covering fundamental Internet governance issues. Where: Cairo, Egypt When: Week 2 or Week 3 of February 2025 The program integrates the political, legal, economic, sociocultural, and technological dimensions of Internet governance into a coherent curriculum, focusing on regional imperatives critical to the Middle East. Structurally, the program provides a pragmatic mix of theoretical foundations, presentation skills, practical participant engagement skills, and interactive activities. The MEAC-SIG faculty includes experts from academia, the technical community, civil society, governments, and the private sector with experience in the field of Internet governance. We invite academicians, representatives of civil society, government and the public sector, the technical community, and the private sector from the Middle East and Adjoining Countries (MEAC) (22 Arab States, Republic of Türkiye, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan) to participate in this unique program. Requirements for application: Applicants must be a nationality of the MEAC region and/or currently residing in the MEAC region; Applicant has not attended any SIGs previously; It is mandatory for applicants to attend all five days of the in-person program; and Applicants must fill out the below application form in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered. There is no cost to attend the MEAC-SIG 2025. The application period will be open from Friday 8 November 2024 until Friday 22 November, 2024 23:59 UTC. In selecting successful candidates, the organizers will ensure criteria such as gender balance, geographic balance, and academic research in the field of Internet governance are considered. More information about MEAC-SIG 2025 will be available at https://meacsig.org/. Application Form >> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRymOxSgwzKaiNIqZLL-IPdEPb-uvVg0Y… Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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MENOG'24 | Muscat, Oman | 1-5 December 2024
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 15, 2024

Nov. 15, 2024

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to invite you to MENOG 24, the Middle East Network Operators' Group Meeting and Peering Forum, taking place at the Grand Millennium in Muscat, Oman, on 4-5 December 2024. MENOG 24 is one of the largest gatherings of network engineers and operators in the region, providing a unique platform for networking, sharing insights, and fostering collaboration. Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in this important forum! For the draft agenda and more information on MENOG 24 and Peering Forum, please visit: www.menog.org/meetings/menog-24/ Register Now MENOG is open to everyone, and attendance is free of charge! Register here: www.menog.org/register MENOG 24 Workshops Registration | 1-3 December Sign up for workshops running prior to the main event: www.menog.org/meetings/menog-24/workshops/ MENOG 24 Day Zero Registration | 3 December Participate in Day Zero activities: www.menog.org/meetings/menog-24/day-zero-activities/ Submit a Presentation We are currently accepting content proposals from the community for presentations, panel sessions, and lightning talks. If you would like to contribute, please submit your talk in English, along with an abstract and a draft version of the slides, before 17 November 2024 at:www.menog.org/meetings/menog-24/cfp/ Sponsorship Opportunities Gain visibility for your organization by sponsoring MENOG 24! Sponsorship provides access to a diverse audience of key Internet industry players. Learn more about sponsorship packages here: www.menog.org/sponsors/sponsorship We look forward to welcoming you to MENOG 24 in Muscat! Best regards, The MENOG 24 Meeting Team www.menog.org Facebook: menog.org X: @MiddleEastNOG

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Zoom link / reminder
by Amin Hacha Nov. 14, 2024

Nov. 14, 2024

Join us today, to connect, collaborate, and contribute to impactful discussions with colleagues from across the region. ICANN Middle East Space session at ICANN81 in Istanbul. 📅 Date: Today, Thursday, 14 November 2024 🕐 Time: 13:15 Turkey (UTC+3), 10:15 UTC 📍 Location: Beylerbeyi (Secondary Ballroom) 📌 Session ID: 15928 Zoom Access for Virtual Attendees: • Zoom Meeting Link: [Join here]( https://icann.zoom.us/j/97198978496?pwd=VylIgNJ7t6ks69KeYtkmYcY6Ufe7ep.1) • Meeting ID: 971 9897 8496 • Passcode: s0Fe#@=mnU • International Dial-In Numbers: [Access here]( https://icann.zoom.us/u/adKnWVxQJC) • Phone Passcode: 031 107 8254 We look forward to connecting with you and having your valuable input in our session. Regards, Co-Chairs of ICANN ME Space

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Invitation to ICANN Middle-EAst Space Session at ICANN 81 / and session agenda
by Amin Hacha Nov. 13, 2024

Nov. 13, 2024

*Invitation to ICANN Middle-EAst Space Session at ICANN 81 - Hybrid meeting* Join us for our ICANN ME Space session during ICANN 81, where we’ll explore the latest developments and unique perspectives impacting the Middle East. This session promises to be a collaborative and forward-looking dialogue, engaging key voices on issues shaping our region’s digital future. 🗓 *Thursday, 14 November 2024* 🕒 *13:15 - 14:30 Turkey / 10:15 UTC* 📍* ICANN 81 – **Istanbul Congress Center. **ME Space Session Room - Beylerbeyi (Secondary Ballroom) ID#15928 * *Zoom Link*: will be send and shared same day of the session (Thursday 14 November 2024) Don’t miss this chance to connect, contribute, and be part of the conversation that drives change! Looking forwards! ME Space Co-chairs, Amin Hacha and Layal Jebran --------------------------------- ICANN Middle-East Space Session Agenda: 1. *Welcome and Opening Remarks* a. *Duration:* 5 minutes b. *Speakers:* · ME Space Co-Chairs: Amin Hacha and Layal Jebran. · Baher Osmat, ICANN Regional Vice President for stakeholder engagement in the Middle East and Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Regional Office 2. *Topic 1: New gTLD Applicant Support Program for Diversity in the DNS Industry* a. *Duration:* 25 minutes b. *Discussion:* · Provide an overview and discussion of the statement draft prepared by the drafting team. c. *Input:* · presenting the Draft Statement. · Sally Costerton, Interim ICANN President and CEO. · Kristy Buckley, ASP Program Lead. 3. *Topic 2: DNS Abuse Mitigation Program* a. *Duration:* 25 minutes b. *Speakers:* · Ram Mohan, SSAC Chairperson. · Adiel Akplogan, VP of technical engagement. · SSAC members: Hadia El Meniawi, and Layal Jebran. c. *Focus Areas:* · INFERMAL (Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains) · SIFT (Special Interest Forum on Technology) 4. *Q&A Session* a. *Duration:* 10 minutes b. *Format:* Open floor for questions from participants 5. *Session Remarks and Closing Remarks* a. *Duration:* 5 minutes b. Summary and final thoughts from Co-Chairs Amin Hacha and/or Layal Jebran <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free.www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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DNSSEC and Security Workshop | Wednesday 13 November 2024 | 06.00 - 13.00 UTC
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 13, 2024

Nov. 13, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, I trust this finds you well. The Domain Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC) and Security Workshop brings together those who are actively engaged in the deployment of DNS Security Extensions with those interested in the security of the Internet. Anyone with an interest in the deployment of DNSSEC – particularly registry, registrar, and Internet Service Provider representatives with technical, operational, and strategic planning roles – should attend the workshop. The DNSSEC and Security Workshop presentations for this meeting will include the continuation of the panel on DNSSEC provisioning and a presentation on the DNSSEC Deployment and Operational Guidelines for Corporate Executives and Operators in Japan. DNSSEC and Security Workshop (1 of 3) | 13 November, 9:00–10:00 TRT (6:00 UTC) DNSSEC and Security Workshop (2 of 3) | 13 November, 13:15–14:30 TRT (10:15 UTC) DNSSEC and Security Workshop (3 of 3) | 13 November, 15:00–16:00 TRT (12:00 UTC) Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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icann 81
by NP Kurtböke Nov. 12, 2024

Nov. 12, 2024

Dear members of the ME group, I'm at the conference venue everyday but I haven't been able to catch up with you. Please let me know how we could liaise before the meeting ends. Kind regards Nebiye Kurtböke

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[Paper] INFERMAL: Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 12, 2024

Nov. 12, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, This paper on INFERMAL: Inferential Analysis of Maliciously Registered Domains may be of interest to some. https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/inferential-analysis-maliciousl… Thank you, Fahd

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MEAC School on Internet Governance 2025 - Call for Applications
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 8, 2024

Nov. 8, 2024

Dear All, The Middle East and Adjoining Countries School on Internet Governance (MEAC-SIG) 2025 is offering a five-day in-person intensive program covering fundamental Internet governance issues. Where: Cairo, Egypt When: Week 2 or Week 3 of February 2025 The program integrates the political, legal, economic, sociocultural, and technological dimensions of Internet governance into a coherent curriculum, focusing on regional imperatives critical to the Middle East. Structurally, the program provides a pragmatic mix of theoretical foundations, presentation skills, practical participant engagement skills, and interactive activities. The MEAC-SIG faculty includes experts from academia, the technical community, civil society, governments, and the private sector with experience in the field of Internet governance. We invite academicians, representatives of civil society, government and the public sector, the technical community, and the private sector from the Middle East and Adjoining Countries (MEAC) (22 Arab States, Republic of Türkiye, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan) to participate in this unique program. Requirements for application: Applicants must be a nationality of the MEAC region and/or currently residing in the MEAC region; Applicant has not attended any SIGs previously; It is mandatory for applicants to attend all five days of the in-person program; and Applicants must fill out the below application form in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be considered. There is no cost to attend the MEAC-SIG 2025. The application period will be open from Friday 8 November 2024 until Friday 22 November, 2024 23:59 UTC. In selecting successful candidates, the organizers will ensure criteria such as gender balance, geographic balance, and academic research in the field of Internet governance are considered. More information about MEAC-SIG 2025 will be available at https://meacsig.org/. Application Form >> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRymOxSgwzKaiNIqZLL-IPdEPb-uvVg0Y… Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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Empowering Global Voices: ICANN's Internet Governance Initiative
by Fahd Batayneh Nov. 5, 2024

Nov. 5, 2024

https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/empowering-global-voices-icanns-inte… At ICANN, our mission is to ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. We are excited to help demonstrate our mission with the launch of our new Internet Governance Advocacy Project, a social media campaign that raises awareness, fosters inclusivity, and drives meaningful discussions about the future of the Internet. This initiative promotes the secure, global Internet ecosystem, and helps to ensure that multistakeholder governance remains central to Internet policymaking. Why This Project Matters Internet governance (IG) shapes how we communicate, access information, and conduct business, yet its complexity often leaves everyday users unaware of its relevance to daily life. Through this project, we want to help demystify IG, provide education on its importance and highlight the need for an inclusive, multistakeholder approach that represents the global community. Soon, we will share a series of video testimonials that showcase best practices and successful collaborations. These testimonials will highlight how governments, businesses, civil society, and technical communities work together to address key challenges in IG. We are grateful to our experts who contributed their global insights to this important video series, thereby encouraging viewers to connect with ICANN, to join the conversation, and to continue to raise awareness and inspire action toward a more balanced and inclusive approach. Engaging Our Global Community Beginning this month, we will launch a six-month campaign featuring 11 videos that explore topics ranging from the role of governments in IG to the importance of digital inclusivity. The videos are designed not only to educate, but also to encourage active engagement. By aligning our content with key global issues and ICANN's core focus areas, we encourage meaningful conversations with diverse global audiences, including policymakers, civil society, governments, the technical community, academia, and end users. Empowering Inclusive Internet Governance This advocacy project enhances accountability, improves security, and promotes a multistakeholder approach to IG. By educating stakeholders of the value of inclusive decision-making, we are working to strengthen the IG ecosystem and advocate for digital inclusivity. These efforts are essential to ensuring that the Internet remains a global resource that is accessible and beneficial to all. Through policies that emphasize transparency, inclusivity, and collaboration, we can help shape a future where the Internet continues to foster innovation and connect people around the world. Get Involved: Shaping the Future Together We invite you to be a part of this journey. Follow our video series, engage with our content, and share your thoughts on social media. Join the conversation that will shape the future of IG and help us work toward a more inclusive and digitally empowered world.

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Request for Input on "New gTLD Applicant Support Program for Diversity in the DNS Industry" Statement
by Amin Hacha Nov. 1, 2024

Nov. 1, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, Over the past few weeks, the drafting team has worked on the statement for the "New gTLD Applicant Support Program for Diversity in the DNS Industry." We are sharing the draft statement as an attached file to this email for your review. Your feedback is essential as we aim to finalize the document. The final draft statement will be discussed during our ME Space session on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 10:15 UTC, at the ICANN81 Annual General Meeting in Istanbul. We have one week until the ICANN81 Annual General Meeting, and we welcome your remarks and your inputs up until the date of the ME Space session. Thank you for your collaboration. Regards, Drafting Team: Tijani, Hadia, Wafa, Amin, and Omar.

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