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IMPORTANT - FIRST ATLAS III Webinars in EN with ES, FR interpretation
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 22, 2019

April 22, 2019

Español después de la version en inglés Version francaise en bas du mail ********************* Dear All, On behalf of Joanna Kulesza and Alfredo Calderon, Co-Chairs of the ATLAS III Capacity Building Sub Group, we would like to invite you to join the first webinars of the mandatory ATLAS III Webinars<https://community.icann.org/x/wh1IBg>: Domain Names, which will be held in English with French and Spanish interpretation. The trainers are Alan Greenberg<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/Alan+Greenberg+SOI> and Olivier Crépin-Leblond<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=36211634>. The replicated webinars are scheduled on: 1. Tuesday 23 April at 21:00 UTC – for other times: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_yyffk4us&d…> * Call details: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 1. Wednesday 24 April at 12:00 UTC – for other times: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_y289axqq&d…> * Call details: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg To meet the attendance requirements for ATLAS III, participants must join both the Adigo Bridge as well as the Adobe Connect Room no more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. There will be questions asked at the end of each webinar. These are compulsory if you want to complete the courses in French or Spanish. (note Application Guidelines<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> under ATLAS III Prep Courses), Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 Conference IDs: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 If you require a dial-out, please contact At-Large Staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<applewebdata://7A10FE21-3394-495B-A5F0-7E30855046D9/staff@atlarge.icann.org> (do not reply to all) with: * date and time of the webinar * language channel * your preferred telephone number. Thank you. Kind regards, ******************* Queridos todos, En nombre de Joanna Kulesza y Alfredo Calderón, Copresidentes del Subgrupo de Desarrollo de Capacidades de ATLAS III, nos gustaría invitarlos a participar en el primer seminario web de los seminarios web obligatorios de ATLAS III: Nombres de dominio, que se celebrarán en inglés y la interpretación en español y en francés. Los presentadores estaràn Alan Greenberg y Olivier Crépin-Leblond. Los webinars replicados están programados en: 1. Martes 23 de abril a las 21:00 UTC - para otros horarios: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_yyffk4us&d…> a. Detalles de la llamada: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 2. Miércoles 24 de abril a las 12:00 UTC, para otros horarios: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_y289axqq&d…> a. Detalles de la llamada: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg Para cumplir con los requisitos de asistencia para ATLAS III, los participantes deben unirse tanto a Adigo Bridge como a Adobe Connect Room no más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio programada. Habrá preguntas al final de cada seminario web. Estos son obligatorios si desea completar los cursos en francés o español. (tome nota de las Pautas de aplicación<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> bajo los cursos de preparación ATLAS III). Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 ID de conferencia: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 Si necesita una llamada de salida, comuníquese con el personal de At-Large en staff(a)atlarge.icann.org (no responda a todos) con: * fecha y hora del webinar * canal de idioma * Su número de teléfono preferido. Gracias. Saludos cordiales, ******************* Chers tous, Au nom de Joanna Kulesza et Alfredo Calderon, co-présidents du sous-groupe de renforcement des capacités d'ATLAS III, nous vous invitons à participer au premiers webinaires des webinaires obligatoires d'ATLAS III: Noms de Domaines, qui se dérouleront en anglais avec interpretation en français et espagnol. Les présentateurs seront Alan Greenberg et Olivier Crépin-Leblond. Les webinaires répliqués sont programmés: 1. Mardi 23 avril à 21h00 UTC - pour les autres heures: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_yyffk4us&d…> * Détails de l'appel: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 1. Mercredi 24 avril à 12h00 UTC - pour les autres heures: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq [tinyurl.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__tinyurl.com_y289axqq&d…> * Détails de l'appel: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg Pour répondre aux critères de participation à ATLAS III, les participants doivent se joinder à la ligne Adigo et la salle Adobe Connect au plus tard 10 minutes après l'heure de début prévue. Des questions seront posées à la fin de chaque webinaire. Celles-ci sont obligatoires si vous souhaitez compléter les cours en français ou en espagnol. (notez les directives d’application<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> dans les cours de préparation au ATLAS III) Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 ID de conférence: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 Si vous avez besoin qu’une opératrice vous connecte, veuillez contacter le personnel At-Large à staff(a)atlarge.icann.org (ne pas répondre à tous) avec: * La date et heure du wébinaire * Langue * Votre numéro de téléphone préféré. Nous vous en remercions. Cordialement, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org [atlarge.icann.org]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__atlarge.icann.org_&d=D…> Facebook: facebook.com/icann [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…>atlarge [facebook.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.facebook.com_icann…> Twitter: @ [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…>ICANNAtLarge [twitter.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__twitter.com_ICANNAtLar…>

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IMPORTANT - FIRST ATLAS III Webinars in EN with ES, FR interpretation
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 18, 2019

April 18, 2019

Español después de la version en inglés Version francaise en bas du mail ********************* Dear All, On behalf of Joanna Kulesza and Alfredo Calderon, Co-Chairs of the ATLAS III Capacity Building Sub Group, we would like to invite you to join the first webinars of the mandatory ATLAS III Webinars<https://community.icann.org/x/wh1IBg>: Domain Names, which will be held in English with French and Spanish interpretation. The trainers are Alan Greenberg<https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/Alan+Greenberg+SOI> and Olivier Crépin-Leblond<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=36211634>. The replicated webinars are scheduled on: 1. Tuesday 23 April at 21:00 UTC – for other times: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us * Call details: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 1. Wednesday 24 April at 12:00 UTC – for other times: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq * Call details: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg To meet the attendance requirements for ATLAS III, participants must join both the Adigo Bridge as well as the Adobe Connect Room no more than 10 minutes after the scheduled start time. There will be questions asked at the end of each webinar. These are compulsory if you want to complete the courses in French or Spanish. (note Application Guidelines<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> under ATLAS III Prep Courses), Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 Conference IDs: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 If you require a dial-out, please contact At-Large Staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<applewebdata://7A10FE21-3394-495B-A5F0-7E30855046D9/staff@atlarge.icann.org> (do not reply to all) with: * date and time of the webinar * language channel * your preferred telephone number. Thank you. Kind regards, ******************* Queridos todos, En nombre de Joanna Kulesza y Alfredo Calderón, Copresidentes del Subgrupo de Desarrollo de Capacidades de ATLAS III, nos gustaría invitarlos a participar en el primer seminario web de los seminarios web obligatorios de ATLAS III: Nombres de dominio, que se celebrarán en inglés y la interpretación en español y en francés. Los presentadores estaràn Alan Greenberg y Olivier Crépin-Leblond. Los webinars replicados están programados en: 1. Martes 23 de abril a las 21:00 UTC - para otros horarios: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us a. Detalles de la llamada: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 2. Miércoles 24 de abril a las 12:00 UTC, para otros horarios: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq a. Detalles de la llamada: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg Para cumplir con los requisitos de asistencia para ATLAS III, los participantes deben unirse tanto a Adigo Bridge como a Adobe Connect Room no más de 10 minutos después de la hora de inicio programada. Habrá preguntas al final de cada seminario web. Estos son obligatorios si desea completar los cursos en francés o español. (tome nota de las Pautas de aplicación<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> bajo los cursos de preparación ATLAS III). Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 ID de conferencia: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 Si necesita una llamada de salida, comuníquese con el personal de At-Large en staff(a)atlarge.icann.org (no responda a todos) con: * fecha y hora del webinar * canal de idioma * Su número de teléfono preferido. Gracias. Saludos cordiales, ******************* Chers tous, Au nom de Joanna Kulesza et Alfredo Calderon, co-présidents du sous-groupe de renforcement des capacités d'ATLAS III, nous vous invitons à participer au premiers webinaires des webinaires obligatoires d'ATLAS III: Noms de Domaines, qui se dérouleront en anglais avec interpretation en français et espagnol. Les présentateurs seront Alan Greenberg et Olivier Crépin-Leblond. Les webinaires répliqués sont programmés: 1. Mardi 23 avril à 21h00 UTC - pour les autres heures: https://tinyurl.com/yyffk4us * Détails de l'appel: https://community.icann.org/x/GAJ1Bg 1. Mercredi 24 avril à 12h00 UTC - pour les autres heures: https://tinyurl.com/y289axqq * Détails de l'appel: https://community.icann.org/x/GwJ1Bg Pour répondre aux critères de participation à ATLAS III, les participants doivent se joinder à la ligne Adigo et la salle Adobe Connect au plus tard 10 minutes après l'heure de début prévue. Des questions seront posées à la fin de chaque webinaire. Celles-ci sont obligatoires si vous souhaitez compléter les cours en français ou en espagnol. (notez les directives d’application<https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> dans les cours de préparation au ATLAS III) Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/atlas3 ID de conférence: EN: 1638 ES: 1738 FR: 1838 Si vous avez besoin qu’une opératrice vous connecte, veuillez contacter le personnel At-Large à staff(a)atlarge.icann.org (ne pas répondre à tous) avec: * La date et heure du wébinaire * Langue * Votre numéro de téléphone préféré. Nous vous en remercions. Cordialement, ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icann<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge>atlarge<https://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>ICANNAtLarge<https://twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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IMPORTANT: ATLAS III Application Period - NOW OPEN UNTIL 31 MAY 2019
by ICANN At-Large Staff April 15, 2019

April 15, 2019

** Version Française à la suite de la version Anglaise ** ** La version en Español esta bajo la version en Frances ** ** Dear All, On behalf of Maureen Hilyard, ALAC Chair, this is to announce that the application period for the third At-Large Summit (ATLAS III) scheduled to take place 4-7 November 2019 during ICANN66 in Montreal is now open until 23:59 UTC on 31 May 2019. ATLAS III will be an assembly of the future leaders of At-Large, focused on developing and nurturing their abilities to become thought leaders and change agents who will effectively implement what has resulted from the At-Large Review Process. A total of 60 At-Large community members will be selected to participate in ATLAS III in addition to the regular At-Large leadership. Current and incoming At-Large leaders do not need to complete an application. IMPORTANT: All the key information that you will need to apply for participation in ATLAS III is available on the ATLAS III Application Guidelines<https://community.icann.org/display/ATLAS3/ATLAS+III+Application+Guidelines> Workspace. The application is divided into two parts. 1. The first part is critical as it assesses whether you belong to At-Large; you are already an active member within At-Large or in another section of ICANN, on behalf of At-Large; and you have completed a series of compulsory ATLAS III prep courses<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=105389506> about ICANN and what it does. You will only qualify to move onto the second section if you answer these first questions appropriately. 2. The second part will assess your experience and potential capacity for a set of criteria that were considered important skills and abilities for our policy leaders in At-Large. The ATLAS III prep webinars will begin the week of 22 April 2019. An ATLAS III Selection Committee will select the participants based on a review of the applications. At-Large members are encouraged to consult their Regional Leaders on any questions they may have related to the selection criteria or their application. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ** Chers Tous, Au nom de Maureen Hilyard, Présidente de l’ALAC, nous vous annonçons que la période de candidature pour le troisième sommet At-Large (ATLAS III), prévu du 4 au 7 novembre 2019 à l’occasion d’ICANN66 à Montréal, est désormais ouverte jusqu’à 23h59 UTC, le 31 mai 2019. ATLAS III sera une assemblée des futurs dirigeants d’At-Large, centrée sur le développement de leurs capacités à devenir des leaders d’opinion et des agents de changement capables de mettre en œuvre efficacement les résultats du processus d’examen d’At-Large (At-Large Review Process). Au total, 60 membres de la communauté At-Large seront sélectionnés pour participer à ATLAS III en plus de la direction régulière d’At-Large. Les leaders actuels et futurs/entrants d’At-Large n’ont pas besoin de remplir une demande. IMPORTANT : Toutes les informations essentielles dont vous aurez besoin pour postuler à la participation à ATLAS III sont disponibles dans l’espace de travail « Directives d’Application à l’ATLAS III <https://community.icann.org/x/cgB1Bg> ». L’application est divisée en deux parties. 1. La première est essentielle car elle permet d’évaluer votre appartenance à At-Large ; vous êtes déjà un membre actif au sein d’At-Large ou dans une autre section d’ICANN, au nom d’At-Large ; et vous avez suivi une série de formations obligatoires de préparation à ATLAS III<https://community.icann.org/x/wh1IBg> sur l’ICANN et ses activités. Vous ne pourrez passer à la deuxième section que si vous répondez de façon appropriée à ces premières questions. 2. La deuxième partie évaluera votre expérience et votre capacité potentielle pour un ensemble de critères qui ont été considérés comme des compétences et des capacités importantes pour nos responsables politiques d’At-Large. Les webinaires de préparation à ATLAS III débuteront la semaine du 22 avril 2019. Une comité de sélection ATLAS III sélectionnera les participants sur la base d’un examen des candidatures. Les membres At-Large sont encouragés à consulter leurs responsables régionaux pour toute question relative aux critères de sélection ou à leur candidature. Cordialement, Personnel At-Large ** Estimados todos, En nombre de Maureen Hilyard, Presidenta del ALAC, anunciamos que el período de solicitud para la tercera Cumbre de alcance (ATLAS III) programada para el 4 al 7 de noviembre de 2019 durante la ICANN66 en Montreal está abierto hasta el 31 de mayo de 2019 a las 23: 59 UTC. ATLAS III será una asamblea de los futuros líderes de At-Large, enfocada en desarrollar y fomentar sus habilidades para convertirse en líderes de opinión y agentes de cambio que implementarán de manera efectiva lo que ha resultado del Proceso de Revisión de At-Large. Un total de 60 miembros de la comunidad de At-Large serán seleccionados para participar en ATLAS III además del liderazgo regular de At-Large. Los líderes actuales y entrantes de At-Large no necesitan completar una solicitud. IMPORTANTE: toda la información clave que deberá solicitar para participar en ATLAS III está disponible en el espacio de trabajo de las Pautas de solicitud de ATLAS III<https://community.icann.org/display/ATLAS3/ATLAS+III+Application+Guidelines>. La solicitud se divide en dos partes. 1. La primera parte es esencial ya que evalúa si usted pertenece a At-Large; ya es miembro activo de At-Large o en otra sección de la ICANN, en nombre de At-Large; y usted ha completado una serie de cursos de preparación obligatorios de ATLAS III<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=105389506> sobre ICANN y lo que hace. Solo calificará para pasar a la segunda sección si responde a estas primeras preguntas de manera adecuada. 1. La segunda parte evaluará su experiencia y capacidad potencial para un conjunto de criterios que se consideraron habilidades y capacidades importantes para nuestros líderes de políticas en At-Large. Los seminarios web de preparación de ATLAS III comenzarán la semana del 22 de abril de 2019. Un Comité de selección de ATLAS III seleccionará a los participantes basándose en una revisión de las solicitudes. Se alienta a los miembros de At-Large a consultar a sus Líderes Regionales sobre cualquier pregunta que puedan tener en relación con los criterios de selección o su solicitud. Saludos cordiales, Personal de At-Large ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<http://atlarge.icann.org/> Facebook: facebook.com/icannatlarge<http://www.facebook.com/icannatlarge> Twitter: @ICANNAtLarge<http://www.twitter.com/ICANNAtLarge>

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Benton Foundation Newsletter
by Glenn McKnight April 15, 2019

April 15, 2019

Here is the Benton Foundation Newsletter as a Ebook http://online.fliphtml5.com/gnel/zkzn/ G Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 .

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Digital Equity Act in US
by Glenn McKnight April 13, 2019

April 13, 2019

United States Senate For Immediate Release Thursday, April 11th, 2019 Contact: Michael J. Brewer <michael_brewer(a)murray.senate.gov>(Murray) *Senator Murray, Senate Democrats Introduce New Legislation to Tackle Nationwide Digital Equity Gap* *Led by Senator Murray, Senate Democrats introduced the *Digital Equity Act of 2019*to help close the digital divide impacting communities across the nation* *The *Digital Equity Act* builds on recent efforts to increase access to broadband by prioritizing “digital inclusion”—activities that seek to provide individuals and communities with the skills, supports, and technologies necessary to take full advantage of a broadband internet connection when they have one* *Legislation creates two new $125M grant programs aimed at promoting#DigitalEquityNow <https://twitter.com/PattyMurray/status/1116385656652095488> and supporting digital inclusion programs for students, families, and workers* *Pew Research Center**: “Nearly one-in-five teens can’t always finish their homework because of the digital divide” – MORE HERE <https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/10/26/nearly-one-in-five-teens-c…>* *Learn more from Senator Murray’s new Medium Post: *“*Why We Need the Digital Equity Act*” – LINK <https://medium.com/@PattyMurray/why-we-need-the-digital-equity-act-bce13eed…> *WASHINGTON, D.C. –* Led by U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), the top Democrat on the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, today a group of Senate Democrats introduced new legislation aimed at closing the growing digital divide in communities across the country. The *Digital Equity Act of 2019 <https://www.murray.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/90396474-445b-427f-bc4d-5…>* creates new federal investments targeted toward a diverse array of projects at the state and local level that promote “digital equity”— a concept defined by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance as the “condition in which all individuals and communities have the information technology capacity needed for full participation in our society, democracy and economy.” The legislation was cosponsored by Senators Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Angus King (I-ME), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Tina Smith (D-MN), Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Gary Peters (D-MI), and Jack Reed (D-RI), and a companion bill will also be introduced in the House of Representatives. *“For so many of us, having a reliable broadband connection is a given—we use the internet to pay bills, do our taxes, book travel, do homework, and much more. We can do it on our own time, in our own homes—even from our phones. But for far too many individuals and families—including those from communities of color, people with disabilities, low-income households, and rural communities—getting online isn’t so easy to do, and I strongly believe that in 2019, we shouldn’t be a country of haves and have-nots when it comes to using the internet,” **said* *Senator Murray.** “That’s why I’m proud to join with my Democratic colleagues to introduce the **Digital Equity Act**, which will direct significant new federal investments to help ensure people in our communities have the tools, support, and technologies necessary to take full advantage of a broadband connection when they have access to one. Congress can and should help states, counties, tribes, and others do more to close the growing digital divide, and the **Digital Equity Act** is a major step in the right direction. It’s the right thing to do for families, and it’s the right thing to do for our economy to make sure everyone is reaching their full potential.”* *“The internet impacts every aspect of our day-to-day lives, from conducting business to pursuing an education to connecting with friends and loved ones. Put simply: it is the most important tool for anyone trying to participate in 21st century life,”* said Senator King. *“And it’s not enough to simply have access to the internet; you also need to know how to use it. By making these investments in digital equity and digital inclusion, we can ensure Americans of all ages and backgrounds are fluent in the technology that will drive so much of our nation’s future.”* *“The Internet is a powerful tool that has become instrumental in economic and social mobility and civic engagement. In 2009, Hawaii capitalized on funds made available under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to expand broadband to schools and public computer centers, making it one of the most-connected states in the country. But physical infrastructure is only part of the equation,”* said Senator Hirono. *“The Digital Equity Act will provide grants for things like digital literacy and digital skills education to low-income populations and improving the online accessibility of social services for individuals with disabilities that will allow the people of Hawaii to make full use of what broadband has to offer. Only then can they fully participate in our society, democracy, and economy.”* *“More and more, we rely on the internet to help us participate in our democracy and take part in the global economy. Expanding access to the digital world will help combat inequality, increase transparency in our institutions, and help citizens hold their government accountable. That’s why I’m pleased to support the Digital Equity Act,”* said Senator Whitehouse. *“As we rely more on technology in our everyday lives, we have to make sure that every family has access to broadband, regardless of their zip code. This legislation will help close the digital divide and bring high-speed internet to communities across the county,”* said Senator Klobuchar. *“Access to broadband internet service is literally transformative. With broadband, students can access vast educational resources, families remain connected, citizens engage their representatives, and businesses reach new customers,”* said Senator Blumenthal. *“For far too long, the digital divide has left behind those overlooked and underserved communities that would benefit most from broadband. Our bill would invest much-needed resources in our broadband infrastructure – spurring growth and development, and helping to level the playing field for all Americans.”* *“Broadband is the infrastructure of the 21st Century—it isn’t just nice, it’s necessary if we’re going to build an economy that works for everyone,” *said Senator Smith. *“This bill represents a positive step forward in that direction, ensuring that traditionally overlooked communities are not left behind in our efforts to provide affordable and reliable internet service to all Minnesotans and other Americans.”* *“From students completing homework to people of all ages applying online for jobs, broadband internet plays a crucial role in a community’s growth and economy. Expanding access to broadband will help create more opportunity for Marylanders, and will move our state forward on closing the digital divide. I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing this common-sense legislation, and I will continue working to expand economic opportunity for all,” *said Senator Van Hollen. According to the Pew Research Center <https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/10/26/nearly-one-in-five-teens-c…>, nearly one in five teenagers in the U.S. say they have been unable to complete homework assignments due to lack of a reliable internet connection. The digital divide, also sometimes referred to as the “homework gap” as it applies to students, exacerbates existing wealth and income gaps in our communities; subsequently, many people—including those from communities of color, people with disabilities, low-income households, and rural communities, overwhelmingly impacted by the digital skills gap—are at risk of being left behind in an increasingly technology-driven world, absent intervention. To that end, the *Digital Equity Act of 2019* strengthens federal support for efforts to help ensure students, families, and workers have the information technology capacity needed to fully participate in society by creating an annual $125 million formula grant program for all 50 States, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico to fund the creation and implementation of comprehensive digital equity plans in each State, as well as an additional annual $125 million competitive grant program to support digital equity projects undertaken by individual groups, coalitions, or communities of interest. Finally, the legislation tasks the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) with evaluating digital equity projects and providing policymakers at the local, state, and federal levels with detailed information about which projects are most effective. *“I believe the future belongs to the connected. No matter who you are or where you live in this country, you need access to modern communications to have a fair shot at 21st century success. But today millions of American lack the broadband access that they need to meaningfully participate in the digital age. That means too many students fall into the Homework Gap, unable to complete school assignments that require high-speed internet service. It means that too many small businesses will not have the work force with the skills necessary to compete in the global economy. It means that too many communities will go without the civic and commercial infrastructure that is needed to thrive and grow. So thank you to Senator Murray for this legislation which thoughtfully addresses digital equity and seeks to expand technology opportunity for all,”** said Federal Communications Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel. * *“Local and state leadership drive most efforts to bring people online with affordable Internet access and training. On the one hand, this is fabulous because trusted community relationships are essential to effective digital inclusion work. On the other hand, financial support of local digital inclusion work is sorely lacking. The Digital Equity Act recognizes the value of local trusted institutions while allocating financial support. NDIA and our 350 affiliates in 41 states fully support the Digital Equity Act and look forward to its passage,”** said National Digital Inclusion Alliance Executive Director Angela Siefer. * The *Digital Equity Act of 2019* is endorsed by: Alliance for Community Media, American Library Association, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, Broadband Connects America, Center for Law and Social Policy, Center for Media Justice, Chief Officers of State Library Agencies, Coalition on Adult Basic Education, Common Cause, Consortium for School Networking, Competitive Carriers Association, Free Press Action Fund, International Society for Technology in Education, National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors, National Coalition for Literacy, National Collaborative for Digital Equity, National Congress of American Indians, National Consumer Law Center on behalf of their low-income clients, National Digital Inclusion Alliance, National Hispanic Media Coalition, National League of Cities, National Parent Teacher Association, New America's Open Technology Institute, Next Century Cities, NTEN, Public Knowledge, Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition, State Educational Technology Directors Association, and the Urban Libraries Council. *Read the bill text HERE <https://www.murray.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/90396474-445b-427f-bc4d-5…>. * *Find more background on the Digital Equity Act HERE <https://www.murray.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/66a6378c-3c13-48d4-8e9d-a…>. * *Find a section-by-section breakdown of the Digital Equity Act **HERE <https://www.murray.senate.gov/public/_cache/files/fbdd7683-bf18-4454-82c8-3…>.* Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 .

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WSIS call
by Glenn McKnight April 11, 2019

April 11, 2019

https://www.itu.int/net4/wsis/forum/2019/Agenda/ViewSession/246# Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 .

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CROP Selection Committee
by Glenn McKnight April 10, 2019

April 10, 2019

Hi Folks We had a valuable discussion on the loose ends on the composition of the selection committee for CROP trips. I drafted a form for feedback to be made effective after July 1st and the completion of the NARALO Strategic Plans for FY 20. We will have three trips again in FY 20 and this year we had ARIN, Digital Inclusion and NTC 19. This year's committee only evaluated one trip since the other two only had one expression of interest for CROP. The process - Creation of the CROP Selection Committee ( Summer 2019) - Completion of the NARALO CROP Strategic Plan - Call for interest in attending the three CROP trips( NO REGISTRATION FEES COVERED) - Creation of a Google Form for trip 12 weeks in advance of trip - Cut of date for interest 10 weeks in advance - Selection by committee or default ( single Application) of the traveller - Completion of the CROP trip by traveller - Sign off by Chris Modini - Completion of the trip - Traveller completes Assessment Form - Assessment form signed off by the CROP RT and Chris Modini - Report at monthly meeting and story for newsletter I hope this is clear and if you have any questions please contact me Thanks Here is a very simple form for members interested in being on next year's selection committee https://forms.gle/8yujfKMi3uHpjc6D8 If interested in being on this committee please complete the form. Glenn NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 .

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Audio recording of Call today with Johanathan Zuck and George Kirikos
by Glenn McKnight April 10, 2019

April 10, 2019

Jonathan Zuck and George Kirikos.mp3 <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YNrMJSGTNCeKe6UbDIJmgWLjW_SjHqHS/view?usp=…> Hi All Here is the audio recording of today's ZOOM call with Jonathan Zuck and George Kirikos This was a followup to a conversation at the CPWG call on the URS and the ICANN pending Registry Agreement. This audio recording provides an opporunity for Jon and George to go into detail on these two topics Cheers Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 . <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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ICANN FELLOWSHIP
by Glenn McKnight April 9, 2019

April 9, 2019

*ICANN66 Fellowship Application Round Now Open <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__newsalerts.icann.org_R0…>* 12 March 2019 LOS ANGELES – 11 March 2019 – Today, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is launching an application round for candidates interested in participating in the ICANN66 Annual General Meeting through the Fellowship Program. ICANN66 will take place from 2-7 November 2019 in MontrĂ©al, Canada. The deadline to apply is 11 April 2019, 23:59 UTC. Successful applicants will be announced on 2 July 2019 on https://icann.org/ <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__newsalerts.icann.org_JR…> . ICANN Fellowship Program The Fellowship Program <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__newsalerts.icann.org_iy…> is open to all applicants interested in, or already engaged in, the various aspects of ICANN's work in policymaking, the operation of the Domain Name System, and the security and stability of the global Internet. The goal of the program is to help create a more diverse and a broader base of knowledgeable constituents who can engage in the ICANN multistakeholder process and become the new voices of experience in their regions and on the global stage. Since its creation in 2007, the Fellowship Program has built a strong group of fellows who are actively participating in ICANN communities and in other Internet governance entities in the Internet ecosystem. Participation covers a range of activities: - Writing articles and blogs - Giving online or in-person public comments about bottom-up policymaking - Participating in Internet conferences and panel discussions - Joining working groups - Mentoring newcomers - Assisting our regional leaders - Becoming leaders themselves Click here <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__newsalerts.icann.org_c0…> for more information. About ICANN ICANN's mission is to help ensure a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. To reach another person on the Internet, you need to type an address – a name or a number – into your computer or other device. That address must be unique so computers know where to find each other. ICANN helps coordinate and support these unique identifiers across the world. ICANN was formed in 1998 as a not-for-profit public-benefit corporation with a community of participants from all over the world. Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 . <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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Webinar- Digital Equity ACT in US
by Glenn McKnight April 9, 2019

April 9, 2019

The Digital Equity Act of 2019 will be announced April 11 in Senate and end of April or beginning of May in the House. NDIA is hosting a webinar on what passage of the Digital Equity Act would mean to NDIA Affiliates and what NDIA Affiliates can do as 501(c)3 organizations to educate policymakers and raise awareness with partners. What’s At Stake: Digital Equity Act Webinar For: NDIA Affiliates When: April 11 @ 3:00-4:00 EDT Led by: Angela Siefer, Bill Callahan and Tianca Crocker *Registration Required <https://zoom.us/meeting/register/884602b00b17584bcde7dc3c8da9331e>!* The Digital Equity Act aims to address technology access and use gaps by promoting a diverse array of digital equity projects at the state and local level. These projects may range from providing digital literacy and digital skills education to low-income populations, improving the online accessibility of social services for individuals with disabilities, or more accurately mapping broadband access and adoption in rural communities. Glenn McKnight NARALO Secretariat mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com http://toronto.ieee.ca/ IEEE Toronto SIGHT Chair glenn.mcknight(a)ieee.org skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight 289-830 6259 . <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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