November 2014 - NA-Discuss - lists.icann.org

Call For Volunteers: Join A Generation Panel, Speak Up for Your Language
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 18, 2014

Nov. 18, 2014

Dear All, Satish Babu, Co-Chair of the At-Large Internationalized Domain Name (IDN) Policy Working Group, in collaboration with Sarmad Hussain, Senior Manager of the ICANN IDN Program, has requested a call for volunteers in the Generation Panel. Kindly see the details below. ** Speak up for your Language! Join a Panel Today In the past, labels in the Internet's Root Zone could only contain ASCII characters. The rules for creating new top-level domain labels were simple: labels must (i) only be composed of letters in the English alphabet, and (ii) consist of two to 63 characters. All of that is changing now. The future holds a multilingual Internet, where a user from anywhere across the world can navigate entirely in his or her native language. Be a part of this historic change! ICANN is calling for volunteers to serve on one of several panels that will define the rules for generating new top-level domain labels for the script or writing systems for their community. Join a Generation Panel today by emailing idntlds(a)icann.org. Make sure to tell us the language you speak and the script or writing system you want to get involved with. Please help inform and motivate others to join as well. The goal of these panels is to support the use of Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) by determining what is a valid top-level domain label in each script or writing system. This involves answering three questions: (i) which subset of characters from the various scripts can be used to form a label*, (ii) which of these characters (if any) may be considered confusable or variants by end users, and (iii) what are additional constraints** on these labels? As there is a single Root Zone, all such label generation rules for all the scripts must be merged into a single reference, which is called the Label Generation Rule-set (LGR). The ICANN community has established a procedure<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/lgr-procedure-20mar13-en.pdf> to develop the LGR for the Root Zone. This procedure is divided into three steps: 1. The basis is a subset of Unicode code points which may be appropriate for the Root Zone and called the Maximal Starting Repertoire (MSR). 2. Communities representing various scripts (e.g., Arabic, Cyrillic, Devanagari, Greek, Chinese, Latin, Thai, etc.) are invited to organize into Generation Panels to start from the MSR and propose the label generation rules (which contains the three types of rules defined above) for their respective scripts. 3. The script-based proposals developed by the communities are reviewed by a panel of experts called the Integration Panel. Proposals that meet the criteria in the procedure<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/lgr-procedure-20mar13-en.pdf> are integrated into the LGR by the Integration Panel. The LGR is incrementally built upon until it contains all the necessary scripts. For Step 1, ICANN recently released the Maximal Starting Repertoire (MSR-1)<https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2-2014-06-20-en>, covering 22 scripts (Arabic, Bengali, Cyrillic, Devanagari, Georgian, Greek, Gujarati, Gurmukhi, Han, Hangul, Hebrew, Hiragana, Kannada, Katakana, Lao, Latin, Malayalam, Oriya, Sinhala, Tamil, Telugu and Thai) and containing 32,790 code points short-listed from 97,973 allowable code points from Unicode version 6.3. Work on additional scripts will be completed soon. Step 2 is now underway; ICANN needs your help in developing proposals to extend the Root Zone LGR to cover each of these scripts. There is a role for everyone: general script community representation as well as volunteers with knowledge of scripts, linguistics, Unicode, IDNA/DNS or policy. Volunteering is easy; just send an email to idntlds(a)icann.org. Join a Generation Panel today. Help ICANN support top-level domain names in your language! Note: *Code points appropriate for labels must be letters and should be in widespread modern use. **For example, a label cannot be formed entirely by combining marks and must contain at least two letters Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Terri Agnew ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge> Twitter: @ICANN_AtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANN_AtLarge>

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Volunteers
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 18, 2014

Nov. 18, 2014

Hi All We have Imran and Marie are willing to step up to represent NARALO for the CCWG on Enhancing Accountability. NARALO is the only RALO missing representation Judith has stepped down and I will remain on the committee providing our required three names Please respond to me and Olivier to voice your opinion We need an answer as soon as possible. Thanks Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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Vacancy on Selection committee
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 17, 2014

Nov. 17, 2014

We need someone to volunteer for the selection committee for the CCWG on Enhancing Accountability. Three reps per region and we have Glenn and Judith already volunteering and we need one more. Please respond ASAP‏ Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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New NARALO ALS Application
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 12, 2014

Nov. 12, 2014

We received finally after months of followup with this organization Consumers Council of Canada. It is based in Toronto, Canada They have been doing some interesting research funded by CIRA http://www.cira.ca/about-cira/community-investment-program/ Consumers Council of CanadaDevelop practical guidelines for the display of findable, usable and relevant online agreements (i.e., End User License Agreement, Terms of Use/Service, Privacy Policy) to improve understanding of increasingly important terms and conditions and privacy considerations relevant to most Canadians, expanding the trust required for a healthy, sustainable Internet environment. Glenn Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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New ALS Application received
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 12, 2014

Nov. 12, 2014

Dear all, This is to inform you that we received an ALS application from the Consumers Council of Canada. It is based in Toronto, Canada, and would be a member of NARALO if accepted. Please find the application form attached. Staff are preparing the Due Diligence. -- -- Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Terri Agnew ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge Twitter: @ICANN_AtLarge

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PLEASE IGNORE - LUNCH - 1:10 PM
by Gisella Gruber Nov. 10, 2014

Nov. 10, 2014

Dear All, Please ignore this email. My iPhone seems to be sending old emails and/or drafts! Thank you. Kind regards, Gisella On 10/11/2014 18:35, "Gisella Gruber" <Gisella.Gruber(a)icann.org> wrote: >Dear All > >Lunch is kindly sponsored by PIR. > >Afilias was last night > >Thank you >Kind regards >Gisella > > > >> On 22 Jun 2014, at 10:42, "Garth Bruen" <gbruen(a)knujon.com> wrote: >> >> Provided by Afilias! >> >> Meeting point at 13h10 - after our morning session - Hotel Hilton >>Metropole >> EAST WING lobby (by check-in/reception and NOT on the registration side >>...) >> >> Check in with me and let me know how everything is going and if you are >> having any problems!!! >> >> ------------------------------------- >> >> Garth Bruen >> gbruen(a)knujon.com >> >> 617-947-3805 >> http://www.knujon.com >> Chair of ICANN At-Large North America (naralo.org) >> http://www.linkedin.com/pub/4/149/724 >> Blog: >> >>http://www.digitalcitizensalliance.org/cac/alliance/blog.aspx?ident=garth >> Twitter: @Knujon >> Skype: gobruen >> >> ³If history is deprived of the Truth, we are left with nothing but an >>idle, >> unprofitable tale² -Polybius >> >> >>

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LUNCH - 1:10 PM
by Garth Bruen Nov. 10, 2014

Nov. 10, 2014

Provided by Afilias! Meeting point at 13h10 - after our morning session - Hotel Hilton Metropole EAST WING lobby (by check-in/reception and NOT on the registration side ...) Check in with me and let me know how everything is going and if you are having any problems!!! ------------------------------------- Garth Bruen gbruen(a)knujon.com 617-947-3805 http://www.knujon.com Chair of ICANN At-Large North America (naralo.org) http://www.linkedin.com/pub/4/149/724 Blog: http://www.digitalcitizensalliance.org/cac/alliance/blog.aspx?ident=garth Twitter: @Knujon Skype: gobruen If history is deprived of the Truth, we are left with nothing but an idle, unprofitable tale -Polybius

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ICANN Quarterly Stakeholder Report - Register for the Q1 call on 20 November 2014
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 6, 2014

Nov. 6, 2014

**VERSION FRANÇAISE À LA SUITE DE LA VERSION ANGLAISE ** **VERSION ESPAÑOL DESPUES DE LA VERSION FRANCESA** **下面中国版西班牙语版本** Dear All, ICANN announced at its Los Angeles meeting a new, regular, Quarterly Stakeholder report and call to share its progress against its strategic and operating plans. The FY15 Q1 call covering the Quarter ending 30 September will be held on 20 November 16:00-17:30 UTC and is open to anyone, including press. Please register if you wish to attend. More details at https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2014-10-28-en ** Bonjour à tous, A la 51ème réunion à Los Angeles ICANN avait annoncé la diffusion de rapport trimestriels pour informer la communuaté par rapport à ses plans stratégiques et operationnels. La conférence virtuelle de l'année fiscale FY15 pour la période finissant le 30 septembre 2014 aura lieu le 20 Novembre 2014 de 16:00 à 17h00 UTC. Toute personne désireuse d'y participer est priée de s'inscrire en ligne. Plus d'information sur cette rencontre virtuelle est disponibe à l'adresse: https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2014-10-28-en ** Estimados todos, ICANN anuncio en su reunión de Los Angeles un nuevo reporte trimestral y un llamado a compartir su progreso con relación a sus planes operativos y estratégicos. La Teleconferencia que tratara del año fiscal 2015 ( FY15 Q1 ) el cual cubre el trimestre que termina el 30 Septiembre será el 20 de Noviembre 16:00-17:30 UTC y está abierta a todos, incluyendo a la prensa. Por favor registrese si desea participar en esta llamada. Para mayores detalles vea https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2014-10-28-en Gracias, ** 在洛杉矶大会期间，ICANN发布了一个新的、定期的、利益相关方季度报告，并呼吁分享其战略和运营计划的进展。2015财年第一季度（9月30日截止）发布会将在11月20日16:00－17:30 UTC举行。此会议对公众开放，包含媒体。若想参与，请注册。更多详情请见 https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2014-10-28-en。 ** Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Terri Agnew ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<applewebdata://68497759-1B04-4F9B-84B7-B9445B8F305F/Regards,%20Heidi%20Ullrich,%20Silvia%20Vivanco,%20Matt%20Ashtiani,%20Ariel%20Liang,%20Gisella%20Gruber,%20Nathalie%20Peregrine%20and%20Julia%20Charvolen%20ICANN%20Policy%20Staff%20in%20support%20of%20ALACmailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge> Twitter: @ICANN_AtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANN_AtLarge>

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Meeting Invitation / NARALO TELECONFERENCE - Monday, 10 November 2014 @ 20:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 5, 2014

Nov. 5, 2014

Dear All, The next NARALO teleconference is scheduled for Monday, 10 November 2014 at 20:00 UTC. For other times: http://tinyurl.com/lnebnm8 The agenda (to be updated) and call details can be found at: https://community.icann.org/x/rirxAg Conference Bridge: 1638 Toll-free access number (US and Canada): 800 550 6865 Other toll free numbers: http://adigo.com/icann/ Adobe Connect: http://icann.adobeconnect.com/naralo/ NARALO Wiki Space: https://community.icann.org/x/N5Qi If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, Ariel Liang, Gisella Gruber, Nathalie Peregrine and Terri Agnew ICANN Policy Staff in support of ALAC E-mail: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<applewebdata://68497759-1B04-4F9B-84B7-B9445B8F305F/Regards,%20Heidi%20Ullrich,%20Silvia%20Vivanco,%20Matt%20Ashtiani,%20Ariel%20Liang,%20Gisella%20Gruber,%20Nathalie%20Peregrine%20and%20Julia%20Charvolen%20ICANN%20Policy%20Staff%20in%20support%20of%20ALACmailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Facebook: www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icann.atlarge> Twitter: @ICANN_AtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANN_AtLarge> ------ NA-Discuss mailing list NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org<mailto:NA-Discuss@atlarge-lists.icann.org> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org

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