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Pending Vote
by Glenn McKnight Jan. 17, 2017

Jan. 17, 2017

HI Folks Last week we asked for nominations or self nominations for a substitute for Alan's vote in the pending Board seat election( Alan is one of the two final candidates) We have heard from the community and Evan and Eduardo expressed interest in stepping up and we need to have an appropriate motion and Big Pulse vote In advance to this call for a vote. we are required by our existing Rules of procedures to have this person vote according to their personal beliefs. We are asking each candidate for a statement of how they plan to decide on who to vote prior to asking the NARALO membership to vote in Big Pulse. This gives the membership an opportunity to get insights into the individuals and provide a more balanced and reflective voting process. We are confident that both gentlemen and very experienced NARALO members they will provide a cogent statement. We are waiting for Ariel to provide the timelines for the actual vote. This situation only impacts NARALO and LACRALO since we are the only two RALO's that need to do this extra step some currently only two people are standing for the Board election. (Unless RALO petitions will change this) This doesn't alter our request at this time As to the actual Board candidates we will organizing a Meet the Candidate on our NARALO call plus I am sure staff will be organizing a purpose call. If you have any questions please contact me or Judith Thanks Glenn Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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Re: [NA-Discuss] UPDATE ON MAILCARD
by Javier Rua Jan. 17, 2017

Jan. 17, 2017

Yep. I know this is always a slippery slope! But it's fun and trivia filled (thanks for the History class!) PS: How do we distinguish Canadian "Northern West-Hemispherians" from their Yankee neighbors to the South? Javier Rúa-Jovet +1-787-396-6511 twitter: @javrua skype: javier.rua1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/javrua > On Jan 16, 2017, at 11:42 PM, "gbruen(a)knujon.com" <gbruen(a)knujon.com> wrote: > > This message is eligible for Automatic Cleanup! (gbruen(a)knujon.com) Add cleanup rule | More info > > It's all relative. People from different parts of the world call us all Yankees. If you live in the U.S., Yankees are only people from the North. If you live in the North Yankees are a specific class of people descended from old English settlers. I live in Boston, and by my own perspective I am NOT a Yankee, but to people from other places I AM a Yankee. To muddy the waters further, "Yankee" was a Dutch insult for English settlers, but it is now a term of pride for some people (and an different insult to others). > > How about "Northern West-Hemispherians"? > > > > >> On 1/16/17 9:01 PM, Javier Rua wrote: >> U.S.A. will do. "America" could be problematic, since it can be criticized as a cultural appropriation of a geographic term which describes two continents (and perhaps all the peoples of the New World). >> >> PS: Bit of a pet peeve of mine: in Spanish we can call people from the USA "estadounidenses", which would literally translate to "Unitedstatesians". I find "estadounidense" quite proper and sufficiently descriptive. However, many of us still fall into the pitfall of describing, particularly Anglophone "Unitedstatesians", as "Americanos". (On a side note, a friend, Tim Unwin, is actually encouraging everyone to call the people of the USA "USAns" (pronounced you-ess-ns)). >> >> The only nation that would have standing to object the "estadounidense" demonym is Mexico, since the official name of that republic is United States of Mexico. But I don't think Mexicans would like to be called "estadounidenses" (especially in the Trump age!). This discussion is not irrelevant since -by definition- language defines everything (pun intended). Take for example the historic election of Francis as Pope (and note that I'm not religious person). Everybody and the media celebrated him as the first "Latin American" Pope. But Francis is much more than that: He is the First Pope from the New World; the first non-European Pope; the First AMERICAN Pope; period!! >> >> Javier Rúa-Jovet >> >> +1-787-396-6511 >> twitter: @javrua >> skype: javier.rua1 >> https://www.linkedin.com/in/javrua >> >> >> On Jan 16, 2017, at 9:19 PM, Leah Symekher <lsymek(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> this last draft with changes looks great. One little note, the US should be: >>> >>> United States of America (USA), commonly referred to as the United States ( U.S.) or America >>> >>> Thanks. >>> Leah Symekher >>> >>>> On 1/14/17 6:31 AM, Glenn McKnight wrote: >>>> A special thanks to Joly on his comments >>>> G >>>> >>>> Glenn McKnight >>>> mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com >>>> skype gmcknight >>>> twitter gmcknight >>>> . >>>> >>>>> On Sat, Jan 14, 2017 at 9:29 AM, Javier Rua <javrua(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> Thanks !!! >>>>> >>>>> Javier Rúa-Jovet >>>>> >>>>> +1-787-396-6511 >>>>> twitter: @javrua >>>>> skype: javier.rua1 >>>>> https://www.linkedin.com/in/javrua >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Jan 14, 2017, at 10:10 AM, Glenn McKnight <mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> This message is eligible for Automatic Cleanup! (mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com) Add cleanup rule | More info >>>>>> MANY VOICES, ONE INTERNET >>>>>> >>>>>> NARALO Is the voice of the INTERNET END USERS in NORTH AMERICA. Representing North America - from Canada to the US to Puerto Rico - NARALO is one of five regional AT-LARGE ORGANIZATIONS that impact the global Internet's naming and numbering processes. NARALO is a key part of ICANN s multi-stakeholder model. Its members work on a variety of initiatives such as, policy advice development, outreach and engagement, training, capacity building, technology and accessibility issues. Members also partner and collaborate with other key Internet governance stakeholders. >>>>>> >>>>>> MAKE A DIFFERENCE in how the Internet operates in North America, COME JOIN US! either as an individual or an organization. With your help and engagement we can continue to make a difference and keep the Internet bottom up! >>>>>> >>>>>> To learn more visit our website at naralo.org or email us at naralo-leadership(a)icann.org >>>>>> >>>>>> Glenn McKnight >>>>>> mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com >>>>>> skype gmcknight >>>>>> twitter gmcknight >>>>>> . >>>>>> ------ >>>>>> NA-Discuss mailing list >>>>>> NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org >>>>>> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss >>>>>> >>>>>> Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org >>>>>> ------ >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> ------ >>>> NA-Discuss mailing list >>>> NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org >>>> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss >>>> >>>> Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org >>>> ------ >>> >>> ------ >>> NA-Discuss mailing list >>> NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org >>> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss >>> >>> Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org >>> ------ >> >> >> ------ >> NA-Discuss mailing list >> NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org >> https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss >> >> Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org >> ------ > > > -- > Garth Bruen > gbruen(a)knujon.com > > 617-947-3805 > http://www.knujon.com > ICANN At-Large Advisory Council > Author: WHOIS Running the Internet > http://www.wiley.com/WileyCDA/WileyTitle/productCd-1118679555.html > ------ > NA-Discuss mailing list > NA-Discuss(a)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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Re: [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION
by John More Jan. 17, 2017

Jan. 17, 2017

I second the nomination, assuming I am eligible to represent the DC Chapter if the Internet Society as an ALS. John More > On Jan 14, 2017, at 2:52 PM, Seth M Reiss <seth.reiss(a)lex-ip.com> wrote: > > Thank you for that clarification. I am happy to nominate you Evan. > > I would also like to know if there are others interested from NARALO. > > > > From: evanleibovitch(a)gmail.com <mailto:evanleibovitch@gmail.com> [mailto:evanleibovitch@gmail.com <mailto:evanleibovitch@gmail.com>] On Behalf Of Evan Leibovitch > Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 9:21 AM > To: Seth M Reiss > Cc: Glenn McKnight; NA Discuss > Subject: Re: [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION > > Hi Seth, > > This is an election for the At-Large appointment to the ICANN Board of Directors. > > There are 20 voters -- the 15 ALAC members, and the five RALO chairs (supposedly representing the will of their respective regions). > > Alan is an ALAC member representing NARALO -- but he is a candidate, so he cannot also be a voter. > This call is for people prepared to serve as a voter in Alan's place. > > As someone who was involved in designing the Board selection process and was once a candidate, I would be interested in this role. > > HTH. > > - Evan > > > On 14 January 2017 at 13:47, Seth M Reiss <seth.reiss(a)lex-ip.com <mailto:seth.reiss@lex-ip.com>> wrote: > Maybe someone can explain exactly what is being voted on. It is not clear to me. > > Thank you. > > From: na-discuss-bounces(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org <mailto:na-discuss-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org> [mailto:na-discuss-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org <mailto:na-discuss-bounces@atlarge-lists.icann.org>] On Behalf Of Glenn McKnight > Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2017 5:46 AM > To: NA Discuss > Subject: [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION > > Hi Folks > > On January 13th we received a email from Ariel Lang that NARALO needs to vote on the replacement electorate for Alan Greenberg option with our NARALO membership prior to our monthly NARALO February 8th meeting > > In summary from Ariel's email > There is one urgent thing that NARALO needs to decide on – the replacement electorate of Alan Greenberg in the Board Director selection final election. In this final election, only the 15 ALAC Members and the 5 RALO Chairs will participate in. Since Alan is a Candidate, he must not participate in this election and must be replaced by someone else in NARALO. This replacement must be approved by a vote of NARALO according to its rules, and this vote can take place as soon as possible from now on. > > Action > We need to nominate one or more replacement electorates (who are not NARALO ALAC Members or the NARALO Chair) then we use BIG Pulse to have a final vote. > In short, we need your suggested nominees for the replacement voter. > > Next Steps > We propose a motion with the names of the nominees and do a a formal vote by BigPulse vote. > > If you have any questions please ask > > Thanks > Glenn > > > > > > > > > Glenn McKnight > mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com <mailto:mcknight.glenn@gmail.com> > skype gmcknight > twitter gmcknight > . > > ------ > 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 <https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss> > > Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org <http://www.naralo.org/> > ------ > > > > -- > Evan Leibovitch > Toronto, Canada >> Em: Evan at telly dot org >> Sk: evanleibovitch >> Tw: el56 > > No virus found in this message. > Checked by AVG - www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature> > Version: 2016.0.7996 / Virus Database: 4749/13765 - Release Date: 01/14/17 > ------ > 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 <https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss> > > Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org <http://www.naralo.org/> > ------

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ICANN 2017 Nomcom Application Period Opens
by Eduardo Diaz Jan. 16, 2017

Jan. 16, 2017

@All: FYI and encouragement to apply for a position. -ed ---0--- The ICANN NomCom is inviting applications and recommendations for the following positions: - Two members of the ICANN Board of Directors - Three representatives to the At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) – one each from Africa, Asia/Australia/Pacific Islands and Latin America/Caribbean regions - Two members of the Council of the Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) - One member of the Council of the Country-Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO) Currently, the eight NomCom-selected Board members are: Maarten Botterman <https://www.icann.org/profiles/maarten-botterman-9ec855dd-5ee8-4528-a180-5c…> , Cherine Chalaby <https://www.icann.org/profiles/cherine-chalaby>, Steve Crocker <https://www.icann.org/profiles/steve-crocker>, Asha Hemrajani <https://www.icann.org/profiles/asha-hemrajani>, Rafael Lito Ibarra <https://www.icann.org/profiles/rafael-lito-ibarra>, Khaled Koubaa <https://www.icann.org/profiles/khaled-koubaa>, George Sadowsky <https://www.icann.org/profiles/george-sadowsky> and Lousewies Van der Laan <https://www.icann.org/profiles/lousewies-van-der-laan>. Guided by the broad public interest, those selected will work to fulfill ICANN's mission to coordinate the global Internet's systems of unique identifiers, and in particular, to ensure its stable and secure operation. They will gain valuable insights and experience from working across boundaries of knowledge, responsibility, culture and geography. They will make a valuable public service contribution toward the functioning and evolution of this essential global resource. Qualifications Fluency in English is a requirement for all positions. Other qualifications, skills and time commitments vary depending on the position. For information, visit the NomCom webpage <https://www.icann.org/nomcom2017>. Application Deadline and Process For full consideration, ICANN must receive applications by 21 March 2017, 23:59 Universal Coordinated Time (UTC). - Submit applications through the online application request form <http://nomcom.icann.org/apply> or by emailing nomcom2017(a)icann.org. - Submit candidate recommendations through the online form <http://nomcom.icann.org/suggest> or by emailing nomcom2017(a)icann.org. All applications are confidential. Selections will be announced in August or September 2017. Successful candidates will assume their positions after ICANN's Annual General Meeting, to be held from 28 October to 3 November 2017. Please refer to the announcement on ICANN’s website at https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-3-2017-01-11-en

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Re: [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION
by Evan Leibovitch Jan. 14, 2017

Jan. 14, 2017

Hi Seth, This is an election for the At-Large appointment to the ICANN Board of Directors. There are 20 voters -- the 15 ALAC members, and the five RALO chairs (supposedly representing the will of their respective regions). Alan is an ALAC member representing NARALO -- but he is a candidate, so he cannot also be a voter. This call is for people prepared to serve as a voter in Alan's place. As someone who was involved in designing the Board selection process and was once a candidate, I would be interested in this role. HTH. - Evan On 14 January 2017 at 13:47, Seth M Reiss <seth.reiss(a)lex-ip.com> wrote: > Maybe someone can explain exactly what is being voted on. It is not clear > to me. > > > > Thank you. > > > > *From:* na-discuss-bounces(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org [mailto: > na-discuss-bounces(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org] *On Behalf Of *Glenn McKnight > *Sent:* Saturday, January 14, 2017 5:46 AM > *To:* NA Discuss > *Subject:* [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION > > > > Hi Folks > > > > On January 13th we received a email from Ariel Lang that NARALO needs to > vote on the replacement electorate for Alan Greenberg option with our > NARALO membership prior to our monthly NARALO February 8th meeting > > > > In summary from Ariel's email > > *There is one urgent thing that NARALO needs to decide on – the > replacement electorate of Alan Greenberg in the Board Director > selection final election. In this final election, only the 15 ALAC Members > and the 5 RALO Chairs will participate in. Since Alan is a Candidate, he > must not participate in this election and must be replaced by someone else > in NARALO. This replacement must be approved by a vote of NARALO according > to its rules, and this vote can take place as soon as possible from now on.* > > > > Action > > *We need to nominate one or more replacement electorates (who are not > NARALO ALAC Members or the NARALO Chair) then we use BIG Pulse to have a > final vote.* > > *In short, we need your suggested nominees for the replacement voter. * > > > > *Next Steps * > > We propose a motion with the names of the nominees and do a a formal > vote by BigPulse vote. > > > > If you have any questions please ask > > > > Thanks > > Glenn > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Glenn McKnight > mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com > skype gmcknight > twitter gmcknight > . > > ------ > NA-Discuss mailing list > NA-Discuss(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org > https://atlarge-lists.icann.org/mailman/listinfo/na-discuss > > Visit the NARALO online at http://www.naralo.org > ------ > -- Evan Leibovitch Toronto, Canada Em: evan at telly dot org Sk: evanleibovitch Tw: el56

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IMPORTANT : BOARD ELECTION
by Glenn McKnight Jan. 14, 2017

Jan. 14, 2017

Hi Folks On January 13th we received a email from Ariel Lang that NARALO needs to vote on the replacement electorate for Alan Greenberg option with our NARALO membership prior to our monthly NARALO February 8th meeting In summary from Ariel's email *There is one urgent thing that NARALO needs to decide on – the replacement electorate of Alan Greenberg in the Board Director selection final election. In this final election, only the 15 ALAC Members and the 5 RALO Chairs will participate in. Since Alan is a Candidate, he must not participate in this election and must be replaced by someone else in NARALO. This replacement must be approved by a vote of NARALO according to its rules, and this vote can take place as soon as possible from now on.* Action *We need to nominate one or more replacement electorates (who are not NARALO ALAC Members or the NARALO Chair) then we use BIG Pulse to have a final vote.* *In short, we need your suggested nominees for the replacement voter. * *Next Steps * We propose a motion with the names of the nominees and do a a formal vote by BigPulse vote. If you have any questions please ask Thanks Glenn Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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IMPORTANT Request to Membership
by Glenn McKnight Jan. 14, 2017

Jan. 14, 2017

*IMPORTANT NOTICE: BOARD ELECTION PROCESS* NARALO needs to decide on – the replacement electorate of Alan Greenberg in the Board Director selection *final election*. In this final election, only the 15 ALAC Members and the 5 RALO Chairs will participate in. Since Alan is a Candidate, he must not participate in this election and must be replaced by someone else in NARALO. This replacement must be* approved by a vote of NARALO *according to its rules, and this vote can take place as soon as possible from now on. We require your help in nominating one or more replacement electorates (who are *not NARALO ALAC Members or Glenn McKnight)* then we will have a motion and ask the NARALO members to decide via a formal BigPulse vote. *Timelines* This needs to be done in advance of the February 13th call which is slated to have have both candidates join the call to introduce themselves. A meet the candidate general call hasn't yet been organized by staff but we assume this will happen sometime before the election. In summary - Please provide your suggestions for the replacement to vote - A motion will be created based upon the nominees - A Big Pulse vote will be sent to all for a vote Any questions Please send your suggestions soon. Thanks for your cooperation Glenn McKnight Chair NARALO Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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Re: [NA-Discuss] IMPORTANT Request to Membership
by Javier Rua Jan. 14, 2017

Jan. 14, 2017

I second the motion. Javier Rúa-Jovet +1-787-396-6511 twitter: @javrua skype: javier.rua1 https://www.linkedin.com/in/javrua > On Jan 14, 2017, at 12:03 PM, Glenn McKnight <mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com> wrote: > > This message is eligible for Automatic Cleanup! (mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com) Add cleanup rule | More info > I nominate Eduardo Diaz > > G > > Glenn McKnight > mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com > skype gmcknight > twitter gmcknight > . > >> On Sat, Jan 14, 2017 at 11:02 AM, Glenn McKnight <mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com> wrote: >> >> IMPORTANT NOTICE: BOARD ELECTION PROCESS >> NARALO needs to decide on – the replacement electorate of Alan Greenberg in the Board Director selection final election. >> In this final election, only the 15 ALAC Members and the 5 RALO Chairs will participate in. Since Alan is a Candidate, he must not participate in this election and must be replaced by someone else in NARALO. This replacement must be approved by a vote of NARALO according to its rules, and this vote can take place as soon as possible from now on. >> We require your help in nominating one or more replacement electorates (who are not NARALO ALAC Members or Glenn McKnight) then we will have a motion and ask the NARALO members to decide via a formal BigPulse vote. >> Timelines >> This needs to be done in advance of the February 13th call which is slated to have have both candidates join the call to introduce themselves. A meet the candidate general call hasn't yet been organized by staff but we assume this will happen sometime before the election. >> In summary >> Please provide your suggestions for the replacement to vote >> A motion will be created based upon the nominees >> A Big Pulse vote will be sent to all for a vote >> Any questions >> Please send your suggestions soon. >> >> Thanks for your cooperation >> Glenn McKnight >> Chair NARALO >> Glenn McKnight >> mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com >> skype gmcknight >> twitter gmcknight >> . > > ------ > NA-Discuss mailing list > NA-Discuss(a)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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UPDATE ON MAILCARD
by Glenn McKnight Jan. 14, 2017

Jan. 14, 2017

*MANY VOICES, ONE INTERNET* *NARALO* Is the voice of the *INTERNET END USERS *in* NORTH AMERICA*. Representing North America - from Canada to the US to Puerto Rico - NARALO is one of five regional AT-LARGE ORGANIZATIONS that impact the global Internet's naming and numbering processes. *NARALO* is a key part of ICANN’s multi-stakeholder model. Its members work on a variety of initiatives such as, policy advice development, outreach and engagement, training, capacity building, technology and accessibility issues. Members also partner and collaborate with other key Internet governance stakeholders. *MAKE A DIFFERENCE* in how the Internet operates in North America, *COME JOIN US!* either as an individual or an organization. With your help and engagement we can continue to make a difference and keep the Internet bottom up! To learn more visit our website at naralo.org or email us at naralo-leadership(a)icann.org Glenn McKnight mcknight.glenn(a)gmail.com skype gmcknight twitter gmcknight .

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Call for Volunteers: .NGO Community Advisory Panel
by Alan Greenberg Jan. 13, 2017

Jan. 13, 2017

The Public Interest Registry (PIR), the operator of the .NGO and .ONG top level domains (see http://pir.org/products/ngo-ong-domain/) is looking for one person to represent the ALAC in its NGO Community Advisory Council. The Advisory Council provides important feedback and advice on issues relating to the NGO community ranging from policy considerations to the introduction of new services. The NGO Community Advisory Council plays a vital role in helping Public Interest Registry fulfill its mission. With .ngo domain users representing NGOs of varying size, sectors,scope and geography, it is important to have advocates in the Internet community who fully understand their needs as diverse service-based organizations. The Council continually lends its unique global expertise to help us meet those needs and strengthen our efforts in supporting NGOs worldwide. The Advisory Council meets Face-to-Face annually (generally in September) and via teleconference four times per year. To the extent allowed by PIR confidentiality rules, the successful applicant will be expected to regularly report to the ALAC on Advisory Council issues and if applicable consult with the ALAC. PIR has asked the ALAC to identify a number of candidates. Ideally, such candidates will come from an active At-Large ALS that has a proven record of engagement with the NGO community. Candidates should have notable leadership experience in non-commercial/civil society community and an acute understanding of the issues and policies that affect the NGO society. Candidates should submit their Expression of Interest detailing their experience, expertise and qualifications along with a statement that they have sufficient time and interest to fulfill the Advisory Council duties. The ALAC Appointee Selection Committee will review all EoIs and will select a small number which will be forwarded to PIR. The final selection on the ALAC Representative will be done by the PIR Nominating Committee. All EoIs must be sent to staff(a)atlarge.icann.org by Wednesday, 25 January 2017 at 23:59 UTC. Please use an e-mail Subject of: NGO Community Advisory Council. Alan Greenberg Chair, ALAC

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