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ICANN82 Fellowship Application Round Now Open
by Fahd Batayneh July 20, 2024

July 20, 2024

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann82-fellowship-applicati… Today, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) opened the application round for the ICANN Fellowship Program for the ICANN82 Community Forum, which is taking place 8 –13 March 2025 in Seattle, United States of America. The application deadline is 18 August 2024, 23:59 UTC. If ICANN82 is held virtually, the Fellowship Program will also be held virtually. Successful candidates will be announced on 31 October 2024 on the ICANN website.

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ICANN to Host Webinars on Applicant Support Program Outreach
by Fahd Batayneh July 18, 2024

July 18, 2024

https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-to-host-webinars-on-ap… The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) organization (org) will host two webinars this month to discuss the upcoming launch of the Applicant Support Program (ASP). The webinars will focus on how the ICANN volunteer community can participate in engagement and outreach efforts to support the ASP. The ASP is an initiative of the New Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Program: Next Round that will make gTLD application fees and evaluation processes more accessible to entities that may be interested in applying for a gTLD but are unable to because of financial or other resource constraints. The webinars will provide a high-level overview of the ASP and include information on what types of entities qualify for support, the different types of financial and nonfinancial support available, and key dates and resources. The webinars also will be an opportunity for ICANN org and the community to discuss how to collaborate on reaching as many potential applicants as possible. This includes discussion about target audiences, events, locations, and available outreach materials. Fostering diverse participation in the next round of new gTLDs is critical to the success of the New gTLD Program, and community involvement in global engagement and outreach efforts is essential. All ICANN community members, and anyone interested in the ASP or the New gTLD Program: Next Round, are encouraged to join. The webinars will be offered at two times, and you only need to register for one. Click on your preferred date to register: Webinar 1: Europe, Middle East, and Africa Regions Tuesday, 30 July 2024, at 15:30–16:30 UTC (This webinar will be presented in English with interpretation available in Arabic and French.) Webinar 2: The Americas Region Wednesday, 31 July 2024 at 16:00–17:00 UTC (This webinar will be presented in English with interpretation available in Spanish.) Please note that a webinar that accommodates the Asia-Pacific region will be held in August and announced shortly. For more information on the ASP and the New gTLD Program: Next Round visit the program website.

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WSIS+20 and Global Digital Compact Webinars
by Fahd Batayneh July 10, 2024

July 10, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, For those following the WSIS+20 and Global Digital Compact (GDC), here are two webinars that may interest you. Monday, 1 July, 12:00 UTC [icann.zoom.us] Speakers: Elizabeth Oluoch, ICANN Fiona Alexander, American University Lise Fuhr, Director of ETNO Chris Buckridge, ICANN Board Tuesday, 2 July, 00:00 UTC [icann.zoom.us] Speakers: Elizabeth Oluoch, ICANN Fiona Alexander, American University Israel Rosas, ISOC Annaliese Williams, auDA You may also want to join the mailing list so you can participate in future such webinars. Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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FW: Invitation to attend the first ccNSO Universal Acceptance Session at ICANN80
by Abdalmonem Galila May 30, 2024

May 30, 2024

Dears, I hope my email finds you well, this is a kind invitation for the UAC session that is scheduled for Wednesday, 12 June 2024 (09:00-10:15 local, 07:00-08:15 UTC), at the ICANN80 Policy Forum, where the session focusing on: * the UAC work plan, * introducing and promoting the use of the UAC Library and e-mail list, * raise awareness on UA Day for ccTLDs * Share the results of surveys to date on UA readiness for ccTLDs and the possible need for a dedicated survey. If there is any issue, do not hesitate to text me anytime. Have a nice days. Thanks a lot. All the Best, Abdalmonem Galila Manager , Numbering Planning, Market Governance Sector. EX : MCIT , IBM, Java Innovations [NTRA Logo 2016] National Telecommunication Regulatory Authority [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: 1365523405_telephone] Office Tel.: +2 02 35341582<tel:02%2035341582> - +2 02 35341300<tel:02%2035341300> [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Mobile] Mobile: +2 010 00049068<tel:010%2000049068> [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: ICON] Fax : +2 02 35370537<tel:02%2035370537> [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: oNLINE] Website : http:\\www.mcit.gov.eg<http://www.mcit.gov.eg/> : http:\\www.tra.gov.eg<http://www.mcit.gov.eg/> [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: 1365523294_email] E-mail : agalila(a)mcit.gov.eg<mailto:agalila@mcit.gov.eg> : atharwat(a)tra.gov.eg<mailto:atharwat@tra.gov.eg> [Description: 1447802547_skype] Skype : abdalmonem.galila [Description: static_qr_code_without_logo] [Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: Description: 1365523469_error]DISCLAIMER This e-mail and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to which they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify your system support manager. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the National Telecom Regulatory Authority (NTRA) . Finally, the recipient should check this email and any attachments for the presence of viruses. The NTRA accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. [Untitled2]SAVE A TREE! Please Don’t Print This E-Mail Unless You Really Need To From: Ccnso-members <ccnso-members-bounces(a)icann.org> On Behalf Of Joke Braeken via Ccnso-members Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2024 12:43 PM To: ccnso-members(a)icann.org; ccTLDcommunity(a)cctld-managers.org; ccnso-council <ccnso-council(a)icann.org> Subject: [External] [ccnso-members] Invitation to attend the first ccNSO Universal Acceptance Session at ICANN80 Dear All, I am forwarding the message below on behalf of Abdalmonem Galila (.مصر), UAC Chair and Regina Fuchsová (.eu, .ею and .ευ), UAC Vice Chair. Best regards, Joke Braeken = = = Date: 30 May 2024 Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to invite you or anyone else in your organization to the first session on universal acceptance organized by the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Committee (UAC). In this session, we will inform you about: * the UAC work plan, * the UA Library and dedicated email list, * the impact of a recent UA Day for ccTLDs and raise your awareness about the 2025 UA Days * the results of ccTLD UA and IDN readiness surveys to-date and the possible need for a dedicated survey. This UAC session is scheduled for Wednesday, 12 June 2024 (09:00-10:15 local, 07:00-08:15 UTC), at the ICANN80 Policy Forum, in Kigali, Rwanda. You can participate in-person or remotely, with simultaneous interpretation in EN, ES, FR. AR. For more details see: https://sched.co/1dr2X The UAC was established to provide the ccTLD community a platform to interact and share information at a global level on topics related to universal acceptance and internationalized domain names. The UAC does not set any policy or standards, recognizing that these are within scope of individual (IDN)ccTLDs and out of scope of the ccNSO. If you are interested in participating or would like more information about the committee or its activities, please don't hesitate to reach out to ccnsosecretariat(a)icann.org<mailto:ccnsosecretariat@icann.org>. Together we as ccTLD community can work towards a more inclusive and accessible internet for users everywhere. On behalf of the ccNSO Universal Acceptance Committee, Abdalmonem Galila, Chair UAC Regina Fuchsová, Vice-Chair UAC Joke Braeken joke.braeken(a)icann.org<mailto:joke.braeken@icann.org> ICANN80 Links to Bookmark Now ccNSO Schedule https://community.icann.org/x/GQBkEw ccNSO Session Highlights https://community.icann.org/x/wYCfEw Tech Day https://community.icann.org/x/OgBkEw

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ME Space Web Meeting Link
by Amin Hacha May 21, 2024

May 21, 2024

Dear friends and colleagues, We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who contributed to our preparation and participated in the ME Space web meeting on May 13. If you were unable to attend, we encourage you to visit the following link: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/GCg_s0RxIxV0MQ2TH0F-rkDUiQB6TS_eBau29PMSuH5… Thank you once again. Amin and Layal

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reminder : ME Space Webmeeting Monday 13 May 2024, at noon 12:00 UTC
by Amin Hacha May 12, 2024

May 12, 2024

Dear friends and Colleagues, We would like to remind you about the ME Space web meeting tomorrow Monday, May 13 - 2024, at noon 12:00 UTC, and we hope you can join us. Kindly register at the link below, and, If you have a moment, would you kindly spread the word by forwarding the web meeting invitation to your mailing lists? Thank you in advance, Take care, Amin and Layal --------------------------------------------- Friends and Colleagues, You are invited to take part in an enlightening and engaging ME Space web meeting. save the date and Join us: Date: Monday, May 13, 2024. Time: noon - 12:00 UTC Link for registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vf-uhrDMrGdTFbHZKmPuJLBtEv4HJ9mGu The agenda for the event is as follows: 12.00 – 12.03 | Welcome Remarks | Middle East Space Co-Chairs and Baher Esmat (ICANN) 12.03 – 12.33 | Applicant Support Program | Kristy Buckley, Outreach and Digital Inclusion Director, ICANN 12.33 – 12.43 | Registrants Rights and Responsibilities | Farzaneh Badii, Noncommercial Stakeholder Group representative and the Founder of Digital Medusa 12.43 – 12.58 | ICANN Grant Program | Shayna Robinson, Grant Program Director, ICANN 12.58 – 13.00 | Closing Remarks | Middle East Space Co-Chair We're looking forward to discussing the Applicant Support Program, Registrants Rights and Responsibilities, and the ICANN Grant Program. Your presence and input will greatly enrich the conversation. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We can't wait to connect with you and share ideas for the best of our region Space! Best regards, Amin and Layal ME Space Co-chairs

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Join Us for an Exciting Webmeeting, Monday 13 May 2024 at 12 00 UTC
by Amin Hacha May 9, 2024

May 9, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, You are invited to take part in an enlightening and engaging ME Space web meeting. save the date and Join us: Date: Monday, May 13, 2024. Time: noon - 12:00 UTC Link for registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0vf-uhrDMrGdTFbHZKmPuJLBtEv4HJ9mGu The agenda for the event is as follows: 12.00 – 12.03 | Welcome Remarks | Middle East Space Co-Chairs and Baher Esmat (ICANN) 12.03 – 12.33 | Applicant Support Program | Kristy Buckley, Outreach and Digital Inclusion Director, ICANN 12.33 – 12.43 | Registrants Rights and Responsibilities | Farzaneh Badii, Noncommercial Stakeholder Group representative and the Founder of Digital Medusa 12.43 – 12.58 | ICANN Grant Program | Shayna Robinson, Grant Program Director, ICANN 12.58 – 13.00 | Closing Remarks | Middle East Space Co-Chair We're looking forward to discussing the Applicant Support Program, Registrants Rights and Responsibilities, and the ICANN Grant Program. Your presence and input will greatly enrich the conversation. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further information. We can't wait to connect with you and share ideas for the best of our region Space! Best regards, Amin and Layal ME Space Co-chairs

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[Webinar] State of the Domain Name Industry
by Fahd Batayneh May 1, 2024

May 1, 2024

Friends and Colleagues, ICANN’s Contracted Parties House is organizing a webinar on the state of the domain name industry. When: Sunday, 5 May 2024 at 7:00–8:30 UTC Where: Virtually over Zoom at https://icann.zoom.us/j/95071224582?pwd=emkza0dtSHg1VzloRUJ6ZnRPek5FQT09 We look forward to seeing you at the webinar. Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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Input Needed: Finalizing Agenda for May 2024 Web Meeting
by Amin Hacha April 18, 2024

April 18, 2024

Dear ME Group Members, We hope this message finds you well. We want to share with you the diverse array of topics that have been proposed for discussion. Here are the proposed main topics: 1- Regulating Emerging Technologies: Exploring DMA as a Guideline 2- The Impact of Cyber Threats on ME Countries 3- KINDNS Initiative: Why Operators in the Region Should Join 4- AI Impact on ccTLD Operation 5- Strategies to Increase Domain Name Sales in Current Markets 6- Cybersecurity Enhancement and Awareness Furthermore, Baher has suggested two interesting topics/subjects: 1- Applicant Support Program 2- ICANN Grant Program For that, your input is crucial in finalizing the agenda and ensuring that our discussions are both enriching and productive. If you are interested in contributing to the topic selection process and assisting in agenda arrangement, please reply to this email or privately indicate your interest by Monday, April 14, 2024. Thank you in advance for your participation and dedication to advancing our collective goals. We await your responses and look forward to your assistance in the web meeting during May 2024. Regards, Amin and Layal

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Interactive Webinars on the Global Digital Compact Zero Draft
by Fahd Batayneh April 13, 2024

April 13, 2024

Hello, all. The WSIS+20 Outreach Network will host two one-hour interactive webinars to discuss the zero draft of the Global Digital Compact (GDC) and its implications. The webinars will provide a space for stakeholders to share information and engage in discussions on how to preserve and continue to evolve the multistakeholder model of Internet governance. Register now! Wednesday, 17 April 2024 | 14:00 UTC Thursday, 18 April 2024 | 01:00 UTC Thank you, Fahd Batayneh ICANN

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