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Nomination of Caleb OGUNDELE as the incoming Chair of NPOC
by Olévié A. A Kouami May 11, 2023

May 11, 2023

dear Caleb and all, Please, do accept here my nomination of your kind person as the incoming Chair of the NPOC. You've done such a great works within the NPOC-EC during these 3 past years... I've confidence on you. In plus of your actual position as ISOC Board Member, NPOC has a chance to benefit from you now; That's my own conviction. Warm regards Olévié -- *Olévié A. A. KOUAMI **Abd-El-Raouf * CTO de l'*INTIC4DEV* (Institut ds TIC pour le développement) CEO de Ets "*Le FA de la Téranga*" Vice-Chair *IS3C WG4 on Communication (IGF/FGI)* *Making the Internet more secure and safer* *Rendre Internet plus sécurisé et plus sûr* Tél.: (+221) 77 422 16 47 (Orange) Tel.: (Togo) : +228 90 98 86 50 *Skype : olevie1 FaceBook : @olivier.kouami.7 Twitter : #oleviek Popenguine, région de Thiès - SENEGAL-

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Non-Profits, Adverse Legislation, and the Internet Ecosystem
by Sam Lanfranco May 11, 2023

May 11, 2023

NPOC Colleagues, I think I am only a member of NCSG but my NPOC-Discuss list membership remains so I am taking this opportunity to comment on a serious current issue for the non-profit constituency, especially in South Asia and in Africa. India has, and Zimbabwe is about to, pass national legislation that seriously restricts non-profits in those countries in (a) collaboration across borders, and (b) receiving financial and material assistance from sources outside the country. For a couple of decades I managed the (pre-social media) listserv for the International Society for Third Sector Research (ISTR). We watched, as the Internet allowed greater collaboration between ngos, and their sources of funding. At the same time there were moves on the part of national governments to stifle the voice of ngo's in dealing with domestic issues, issues ranging from human rights to Internet access. The actual restrictive legislation can vary from the extreme (revoking the ngo's legal status) to forcing limited registration (as a foreign agent) because of foreign material support, including counting a foreign supported website. These repressive measures have grown In response to the growth of the Internet ecosystem as an important means of social engagement and multistakeholder collaboration. Zimbabwe is the latest government to move on legislation to restrict ngo participation in civil space. This strikes at the heart of human rights and the Internet ecosystem. If NPOC wants to get engaged on this front it could complement its efforts to get ngos' engaged with ICANN with efforts to protect at least the engagement of ngos in the exercise of human rights in the Internet ecosystem. Sam Lanfranco (NCSG Representative for SASA (Society for the Advancement of Science in Africa) )

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US non profit sector size and importance
by Glenn McKnight May 10, 2023

May 10, 2023

Hi All Here is some basics on the size and importance on the Non Profit Sector which has direct and indirect impact on other countries. This is very significant to future NPOC membership Research Summary. Nonprofits are operations that provide accessible services for worthy causes, and they supply millions of jobs to Americans and represent a relatively huge portion of the United States GDP. Additionally, the revenue of these organizations has also more than doubled over the past decade. - There are 1.5 million nonprofit organizations in the United States. - Nonprofits employ 10% of the U.S. workforce. - Nonprofits employ 7.4% of the worldwide workforce. - 70% of the staff at international nonprofits are paid workers, while 29% are volunteers. - 5.7% of the United States GDP comes from nonprofits. - The total U.S. nonprofit annual revenue is $2.62 trillion. Glenn McKnight, MA Virtual School of Internet Governance Chief Information Officer www.virtualsig.org *YOUR SOURCE FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE EDUCATION * *Mobile 437-237-4655*

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Nomination of Gazzali Ibrahim Haruna
by Morisola Alaba May 10, 2023

May 10, 2023

I will be nominating Gazzali Ibrahim Haruna as a candidate for the position of NPOC Communications Chair. His contribution to media and internet issues makes him a good candidate for this position. Warm regards, Morisola Alaba Coordinator Nigeria Youth IGF

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Candidate statements and SOI
by Bikram Shrestha May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Dear NPOC Members, Namaste from Nepal! I am thrilled to accept my candidacy for the position of Vice Chair within NPOC ICANN, representing the vibrant Asia Pacific Region. As the President of the Nepal Internet Foundation and a dedicated advocate for non-commercial stakeholders, I bring a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to advancing the interests of diverse community within ICANN. •Name: Bikram Shrestha •Affiliation: President- Nepal Internet Foundation - Civil Society, Professional- Head Digital Banking- Sanima Bank, •Position applied for: Vice Chair •Why you are running for the position: I am the founding treasurer and past President of the Internet Society Nepal, the Founding President of the Nepal Internet Foundation, the Vice-Chair of the Nepal IGF and the Founding Treasurer of the IT Security Emergency Response Team in Nepal. I am also the Co-Chair of the Cooperation SIG APNIC. I am delighted to share that APrIGF 2021 and APAN 2023 took place in Kathmandu without a hitch with active hosting/supporting organisation. I have been actively contributing to the Internet community for more than 20+ years. I have been helping Nepal's ICT industry develop through a variety of policy advocating and capacity-building programs. I coordinated for both successful initiatives: the first npSIG and the Nepal IGF. I was also an APRICOT 2018 host organizer team. I am the first representative of my nation to join ICANN as of the ICANN 45 Toronto Meeting. I was encouraged to join NPOC and look for opportunities to provide good for the constituency, noncommercial benefits from my participation in more 10 ICANN meetings as a fellow, alumni, mentor and coach involvement in various activities such as IPv6, security/DNSSEC, privacy, intellectual property, and enforcement, advocating for public interests in IDN-related policies, UA-tech, and focused on global IGF, IANA, policy activities, law enforcement, and Internet policies such as WHOIS and new gTLDs. I have actively engaged with non-commercial organizations, Internet users, and policymakers in region. I have witnessed firsthand the unique challenges and opportunities faced by non-commercial stakeholders in the Asia Pacific. If elected as Vice Chair, I will leverage my experience to drive meaningful change and ensure our voices are heard. My key priorities as Vice Chair will include: • Regional Collaboration: I have a strong belief in the effectiveness of teamwork and collective effort. I will promote effective collaboration and strong partnerships among non-commercial stakeholders in the Asia Pacific region, allowing us to tackle common problems and advocate for laws that take into consideration the particular requirements of our region. • Policy Advocacy: I am passionate about influencing public policies in Asia Pacific that impact non-commercial stakeholders and civil society. I will take a proactive role in ICANN's policy-making processes, advocating about regulations that support an accessible, open, and inclusive Internet ecosystem. I will work closely with our community to understand our diverse needs and ensure they are adequately represented within ICANN. • Capacity Building and Engagement: Empowering non-commercial stakeholders and Civil Society in the Asia Pacific region is essential for meaningful participation in ICANN processes. I will prioritize capacity-building initiatives, such as training programs, workshops, and mentorship opportunities, to enhance our community's knowledge and skills. Additionally, I will encourage active engagement, particularly from underrepresented groups, to foster diversity and inclusivity within our community. • Strengthening NPOC: As Vice Chair, I will work towards strengthening NPOC as a leading voice for non-commercial stakeholders globally. I will foster transparency, accountability, and effective communication within our constituency, ensuring that all members have equal opportunities to contribute, shape policies, and actively participate in ICANN's activities. With my proven leadership, dedication to non-commercial stakeholders and Civil Society, and a deep understanding of the Asia Pacific region within ICANN, I am confident in my ability to effectively serve as Vice Chair within NPOC. I humbly request your support and vote to drive positive change and advocate for the interests of non-commercial stakeholders in the Asia Pacific. •Do you have any conflict(s) of interest: Unfortunately, I have no conflicts of interest. •How many hours per week you are able to dedicate to the position: I am prepared to contribute as needed and will be available off-hours as well. •Are you involved in any working Groups or PDP efforts, if so please state: UA- Tech Working Group (WG) members and other working groups too. Step 3: Statement of Interest (SOI) All nominees are expected to submit a brief statement explaining why they believe they are a suitable candidate and also must complete or update their Statement of Interest. Dear NPOC colleagues, I am writing to express my keen interest in serving as the Vice Chair of NPOC, representing the Asia Pacific Region. I have been actively involved in Internet governance initiatives, policy discussions, and community engagement activities within our region. It is with great enthusiasm and commitment that I present my Statement of Interest (SOI) for this esteemed position. As Vice Chair, I aim to contribute to the collective efforts of NPOC and further the interests of non-commercial stakeholders in the Asia Pacific. My SOI outlines the following key areas of focus: • Regional Representation: I will be a strong advocate for the diverse voices and interests of non-commercial stakeholders in the Asia Pacific Region. I will actively engage with our community, encouraging active participation, and ensuring their concerns and perspectives are effectively represented within ICANN's decision-making processes. • Policy Advocacy: I am deeply passionate about influencing Internet governance policies that align with the needs and aspirations of non-commercial stakeholders and Civil Society in our region I have been serving as the Nepal Internet Foundation's president for the past 3.5 years. I have been proposed as the NPOC Vice Chair for the upcoming years. I can use my expertise, my local and international network, and my passion to assist NPOC accomplish its goals and objectives. If elected, I will contribute a unique Asian-Pacific perspective that will broaden the NPOC's diversity on all fronts and from a regional perspective. I additionally try my utmost to spread awareness of the difficulties faced by APAC's billions of Internet users. Issues with the Internet are widespread, but they could have a greater impact in undeveloped and developing countries. My experience will be of assistance in assisting NPOC in closely cooperating with dynamic teams and other working groups. My experience working with a variety of stakeholders, such as the commercial sector, government, civil society, international organizations, and academia, will be a valuable asset in enhancing the visibility of NPOC. My technical knowledge, in my opinion, will make a good addition for comprehending the Internet's difficulties from a comprehensive perspective. The challenges in terms of security and privacy for the Internet's present and future are crucial. The biggest challenges facing underdeveloped and developing economies are how to make these concerns treated as a higher priority in the policy agenda, despite the fact that various technical solutions may be produced. In order to provide tools for formulating policies for an open and reliable Internet, NPOC will coordinate efforts with its members to establish itself as a reliable information source for policymakers. In addition, I look forward to responding to any questions you may have on my candidacy for NPOC Vice Chair. Thank you and best wish for all candidates. Bikram Shrestha President Nepal Internet Foundation +9779851000044

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Comms Chair - Responses and SOI
by Jean F. Quéralt May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Dear all, Please find below both my candidacy questions as well as up-to-date SOI •Name: Jean F. Queralt •Affiliation: Founder & CEO - The IO Foundation •Position applied for: NPOC Communications Chair •Why you are running for the position?: I believe that I have the necessary qualities and capacities to bring the position's responsibilities to good term. I look forward to work closely with the Membership Chair, and under the Chair's guidance, to ensure a good communication design and strategy that will keep our existing members informed as well as attract new ones. My intended work will focus on the following objectives (which will be agreed with the Chair): - Consolidate all existing NPOC communication channels and their access credentials - Establish a regular flow of communication including NPOC's website, SocMed. - Create a publicly available calendar of activities - Explore auto transcript capabilities to NPOC meetings (and further distribution) - Organize media campaigns to boost NPOC's exposure - Establish procedures to reach some exposure on less utilized media (for instance, press releases) - Synthetize all of the above in handbooks so that knowledge transfer is done smoothly across subsequent Communication Chairs. •Do you have any conflict(s) of interest?: None. Not running for any other position at ICANN. •How many hours per week you are able to dedicate to the position: 3 hours (though will dedicated any extra needed hours to get agreed objectives done). •Are you involved in any working Groups or PDP efforts, if so please state: Slowly attempting to get involved with RSSAC in supporting tasks, member of RPM-IRT and supporting the CCWP-HR. SOI: You can also find my up-to-date SOI below https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=234422834 Best regards, Jean F. Queralt Founder & CEO - The IO Foundation <http://www.TheIOFoundation.org> Book a meeting <http://TIOF.Click/BookJFQ> (30 minutes) -- **DISCLAIMER** *The content of this message, which may contain personal or sensitive data, is confidential. If you have received it by mistake, please inform the sender by replying to the email and then permanently delete the message, including any attachments. It is forbidden to copy, forward or in any way reveal the content of this message to anyone. The integrity and security of this email cannot be guaranteed over the Internet and, therefore, the sender will not be held liable for any damage caused by the message.*

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Nomination of Glenn McKnight as Vice Chair
by Raoul Plommer May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Dear all, Glenn approached me about this and has shown a lot of interest in working for NPOC in a more official role ever since Kuala Lumpur. He has, of course, always been working for NPOC in photographing our sessions and events. Currently, Glenn is running the North American School on Internet Governance (NASIG), as well as the Virtual School on Internet Governance (VSIG). I think we would be lucky to get Glenn helping NPOC reach its potential as the next Vice Chair, thanks to his extensive experience of ICANN and the Internet Governance space in general. And just to clarify, I also support these nominations: Juan as the chair, Emmanuel as PC Jean F as Comms -Raoul

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Nominations: Leadership positions.
by Jean F. Quéralt May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Dear all, I am writing to officially nominate the following individuals for their respective roles within the organization: Chair: Juan Manuel Rojas Policy Chair: Emmanuel Vitus Membership Chair: Raoul Plommer I am confident all the nominees have proven their value for the proposed positions and look forward to have them steer NPOC in the coming cycle. Best, Jean F. Queralt Founder & CEO - The IO Foundation <http://www.TheIOFoundation.org> Book a meeting <http://TIOF.Click/BookJFQ> (30 minutes) -- **DISCLAIMER** *The content of this message, which may contain personal or sensitive data, is confidential. If you have received it by mistake, please inform the sender by replying to the email and then permanently delete the message, including any attachments. It is forbidden to copy, forward or in any way reveal the content of this message to anyone. The integrity and security of this email cannot be guaranteed over the Internet and, therefore, the sender will not be held liable for any damage caused by the message.*

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My Nominations NPOC Leadership Positions - Upcoming Elections
by Poncelet Ileleji May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Dear NPOC Members, I am writing to officially nominate the following individuals for their respective roles within the organization: Chair: Juan Manuel Rojas Vice Chair: Bikram Policy Chair: Bolutife Adisa Communications Chair: Jean F. Quéralt Each of these individuals has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to the goals and mission of NPOC. I am confident they will continue to serve the organization with distinction in their respective roles. Thank you for your consideration of these nominees. It is my hope that they accept this nomination to continue to see the growth of our community. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Poncelet *Poncelet O. Ileleji* *Jokkolabs Banjul - Lead / CEO* *Sait Matty Road, Bakau, Adjacent to Swedish Consulate* *KMC, The Gambia* *P O Box 4496 Bakau,KMC, The Gambia* *Skype: pons_utd* *Tel Direct Office: +220 4495115* *Tel Mobile/Whatsapp: +220 9912508* *LinkedIn: Jokkolabs Banjul* *Facebook: Jokkolabs Banjul* *Twitter: @jBanjul*

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NPOC: Nomination of Bolutife
by Akinremi Peter Taiwo May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023

Hello NPOC Members, It gives me great pleasure to put forward the name of Bolutife Adisa as a candidate for the position of Secretary for NPOC. With his creative mindset and unwavering commitment, Bolutife is an excellent fit for this position. I eagerly await your acceptance of Bolutife's nomination. Best regards Peter.

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