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REMINDER-ICANN84 CROP Trip Opportunity
by Andrea Glandon Aug. 21, 2025

Aug. 21, 2025

Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN84, which will sponsor one community member to attend ICANN84, taking place in Dublin, the Republic of Ireland from 25- 30 October 2025 Remember that CROP only covers the following : * Airfare (most economical routing in Economy Class) * Hotel accommodation for a maximum of 4 days/3 nights * Per diem allowance for a maximum of 4 days How to Apply: 1. Complete the Application Form: Please complete the application form https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA__;!!PtGJab4!…> and ensure you read the procedures and guidelines linked on the form. 2. Check Eligibility: You are eligible if you reside in the following countries/territories Aland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bouvet Island, British Indian Ocean Territory, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France,French Southern Territories, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See (Vatican City State), Hungary, Iceland, Isle of Man, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification [drive.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/drive.google.com/file/d/14seX2l_Gq5rE97g…> Expectations of the Selected Candidate: * Active Participation: For the selected candidate, attendance at all NCSG, NPOC, and GNSO Council meetings will be mandatory. * Outreach and Other Responsibilities: The EC may delegate outreach and other responsibilities to the attendee during the event. Deadline: The submission form will be open until Friday, 22 August 2025, 23:59 UTC. Selection Process and Post-CROP Requirements: * Notification: The EC will notify the successful candidate as soon as deliberations are concluded. * CROP Trip Proposal: The successful candidate MUST complete the CROP Trip Proposal by 3 September 2025 or will be unable to travel to ICANN84. * Post-CROP Report: The successful CROP candidate will provide the EC with a standard CROP report, including all meetings attended. They will also be required to write a blog post sharing their experiences and how they contributed to NPOC outreach engagement. This report and blog post are due no later than a week after the meeting concludes. * CROP Travel Assessment Form: The successful candidate will be expected to complete the CROP Travel Assessment Form to evaluate the achievement of their expectations and goals. Questions: If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the EC. Regards, NPOC Executive Committee JUAN MANUEL ROJAS, M.Sc. Director - MINKA DIGITAL Colombia NPOC Chair - NCSG/GNSO M.Sc. Information Technology Registered Linux User No.533108. http://www.jmanurojas.com [jmanurojas.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.jmanurojas.com__;!!PtGJab4!59_z4-Kj3R…> Instagram: jmanurojas -----BEGIN GEEK CODE BLOCK----- Version: 3.1 GIT d- s: a+ C+++ UL P+ L+++ !E !W+++ !N !o K+++ w-- !O M- V PS+ PE-- Y+ PGP+ t+ 5 X++ R tv+ b+ DI D G e+++(+++)>+++ h+ r++ y+ ------END GEEK CODE BLOCK------

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Invitation to Participate in the First NCUC Quarterly Webinar – 25 August 2025 at 15:00 UTC
by Wisdom Donkor Aug. 17, 2025

Aug. 17, 2025

[image: WhatsApp Image 2025-08-14 at 13.01.25_a9232a9f.jpg] Dear NCUC, NPOC, NCSG Members, As previously shared by Andrea Glandon via calendar invitation, and on behalf of the Non-Commercial Users Constituency (NCUC), I am delighted to invite all members to register and actively participate in our upcoming NCUC Quarterly Webinar on August 25, 2025, at 15:00 UTC +00. This inaugural session in our 2025 webinar series will focus on the theme: *“Safeguarding Digital Rights in the Face of Fragmentation: Civil Society’s Role in Shaping a Resilient Internet in the WSIS+20 Process.”* As the global Internet governance community prepares for the WSIS+20 review, the role of civil society in defending digital rights and ensuring a resilient, open Internet has never been more critical. The increasing risks of Internet fragmentation, driven by geopolitical tensions, divergent national regulations, competing technical standards, duplicated governance processes, and regional governance crises such as the ongoing *AFRINIC challenges*, require informed, diverse, and regionally grounded perspectives. If you haven't registered already, kindly use the Zoom link below to register. *Session Objectives* - Examine the implications of Internet fragmentation for civil society and digital rights. - Highlight the role of civil society in shaping WSIS+20 outcomes. - Share regional strategies, challenges, and best practices in digital rights advocacy and Internet governance. - Promote inclusive participation from the Global South and underrepresented voices. *Format & Agenda* - Opening remarks and updates from NCUC leadership and guest experts - Panel discussion with five regional speakers (Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe, Latin America & Caribbean, North America) - Moderated Q&A and interactive dialogue - Closing reflections and next steps *Expected Outcomes* - Documented civil society perspectives on WSIS+20 and Internet fragmentation - Strengthened inter-regional collaboration and awareness of emerging digital rights challenges - Strategic input to guide future NCUC interventions in ICANN and global policy forums *Moderator:* *Stephanie Perrin* – recognized for her expertise within ICANN, Internet Governance, and many other digital forums 📅 *Date:* 25 August 2025 🕒 *Time:* 15:00 UTC +00 📍 *Platform:* Online (Zoom) If you haven't registered already, kindly use the Zoom link below to register. 👉 *Register here: * https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/_lxNUqvfTs61vTn4nrnSvg We would be honored to have you join us in this thought-provoking exchange and look forward to your active participation. I encourage all members to share this invitation within your networks, helping us broaden participation and bring more diverse voices into the discussion. For further inquiries, please reach out to Andrea Glandon at andrea.glandon(a)icann.org. Warm regards, *Wisdom Donkor* (CASP+, CISM, CEH Certified) NCUC Chair Tel: +233 20 812 8851 Skype: wisdom_dk | Facebook: kwasi wisdom | Twitter: @wisdom_dk _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ICANN GNSO Council Member | ICANN transfer policy review working group Member | Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous Improvement (CCOICI) | UN IGF MAG Member | IGF Support Fund Association Executive Committee Member, World Bank Independent Consultant | AU AFIGF Member | Ghana OGP Advisory Committee member | GSS SDGs Advisory Committee Member ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Specialization: E-government Network Infrastructure and E-application, Internet Governance, Open Data policies platforms & Community Development, Cyber Security, Geospatial Technologies, Open Source Technologies, Domain Name Systems, Human Resource Planning and Development, Software Engineering, Event Planning & Management,

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ICANN84 CROP Trip Opportunity
by Juan Manuel Rojas Aug. 15, 2025

Aug. 15, 2025

Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN84, which will sponsor one community member to attend ICANN84, taking place in Dublin, the Republic of Ireland from 25- 30 October 2025 Remember that CROP only covers the following : - Airfare (most economical routing in Economy Class) - Hotel accommodation for a maximum of 4 days/3 nights - Per diem allowance for a maximum of 4 days How to Apply: - Complete the Application Form: Please complete the application form https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA and ensure you read the procedures and guidelines linked on the form. - Check Eligibility: You are eligible if you reside in the following countries/territories Aland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bouvet Island, British Indian Ocean Territory, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France,French Southern Territories, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See (Vatican City State), Hungary, Iceland, Isle of Man, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification Expectations of the Selected Candidate: - Active Participation: For the selected candidate, attendance at all NCSG, NPOC, and GNSO Council meetings will be mandatory. - Outreach and Other Responsibilities: The EC may delegate outreach and other responsibilities to the attendee during the event. Deadline: The submission form will be open until Friday, 22 August 2025, 23:59 UTC. Selection Process and Post-CROP Requirements: - Notification: The EC will notify the successful candidate as soon as deliberations are concluded. - CROP Trip Proposal: The successful candidate MUST complete the CROP Trip Proposal by 3 September 2025 or will be unable to travel to ICANN84. - Post-CROP Report: The successful CROP candidate will provide the EC with a standard CROP report, including all meetings attended. They will also be required to write a blog post sharing their experiences and how they contributed to NPOC outreach engagement. This report and blog post are due no later than a week after the meeting concludes. - CROP Travel Assessment Form: The successful candidate will be expected to complete the CROP Travel Assessment Form to evaluate the achievement of their expectations and goals. Questions: If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the EC. Regards, NPOC Executive Committee JUAN MANUEL ROJAS, M.Sc. Director - MINKA DIGITAL ColombiaNPOC Chair - NCSG/GNSO M.Sc. Information Technology Registered Linux User No.533108. http://www.jmanurojas.com Instagram: jmanurojas -----BEGIN GEEK CODE BLOCK----- Version: 3.1 GIT d- s: a+ C+++ UL P+ L+++ !E !W+++ !N !o K+++ w-- !O M- V PS+ PE-- Y+ PGP+ t+ 5 X++ R tv+ b+ DI D G e+++(+++)>+++ h+ r++ y+ ------END GEEK CODE BLOCK------

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NPOC EC | Attendance & Zoom Recordings | Thursday, 14 August 2025 at 20:00 UTC
by Andrea Glandon Aug. 15, 2025

Aug. 15, 2025

Hello NPOC Community, The NPOC EC holds an EC meeting each month. Below are the details from the August meeting. All details are always posted on the public wiki listed below as well. Please see attendance and recordings from the NPOC EC call held on Thursday, 14 August 2025 at 20:00 UTC. These details can also be found here<https://community.icann.org/x/BIplAw>. Attendees: Bolutife Adisa, Emmanuel Vitus, Juan Manuel Rojas | ICANN org: Daniel Gluck, Andrea Glandon Zoom Replay<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/hih2OPOgCscfve8nPaqvjdmLAwGY0YFCGzbbPi4hgkah…> Audio Replay<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/ScAgcEyBi1flfYZwaoCEHVNjhVWPT7a1LYVIOL0VE65b…> Thank you! Andrea Glandon Policy Operations Sr. Coordinator Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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Meeting Invitation | NCUC Webinar | Monday, 25 August 2025 at 15:00 UTC
by Andrea Glandon Aug. 12, 2025

Aug. 12, 2025

Hello all, Please join NCUC for their quarterly webinar, Safeguarding Digital Rights in the Face of Fragmentation: Civil Society’s Role in Shaping a Resilient Internet in the WSIS+20 Process. * Explore the implications of Internet fragmentation on civil society and digital rights. * Discuss the role of civil society in shaping outcomes of the WSIS+20 process. * Share regional experiences, challenges, and best practices in digital rights advocacy and Internet governance. * Strengthen inclusive representation, especially of the Global South, in global digital policy debates. * Promote multistakeholder collaboration around emerging policy challenges such as data sovereignty, DNS abuse, and content regulation. Monday, 25 August 2025 at 15:00 UTC for 70 min. Check your time zone here<https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=NCUC+Webinar&iso=…>. Please register here<https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/_lxNUqvfTs61vTn4nrnSvg> to receive the Zoom details. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks! Andrea Glandon Policy Operations Sr. Coordinator Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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NCUC Quarterly Webinar-Topic: Safeguarding Digital Rights in the Face of Fragmentation: Civil Society’s Role in Shaping a Resilient Internet in the WSIS+20 Process
by ICANN Policy Calendar Aug. 12, 2025

Aug. 12, 2025

Please join the NCUC for their quarterly webinar being held on Monday, 25 August 2025 at 15:00 UTC for 70 min. Topic: Topic: Safeguarding Digital Rights in the Face of Fragmentation: Civil Society’s Role in Shaping a Resilient Internet in the WSIS+20 Process Please register here: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/_lxNUqvfTs61vTn4nrnSvg After registration you will receive the Zoom details to join the webinar.

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Fw: [Reminder][Call for Applications] NCSG Short-Term Policy Fellowship
by Juan Manuel Rojas July 31, 2025

July 31, 2025

FYI Dear NCSG Members, The NCSG Executive Committee (EC) is pleased to announce a Call for Applications for the NCSG Short-Term Policy Fellowship, a pilot initiative funded by the Public Interest Registry (PIR) aimed at strengthening the capacity, strategic planning, and communication of the non-commercial community within ICANN. This Fellowship is an 8-month, part-time, paid opportunity designed to support the development of NCSG’s strategic communication and policy engagement. The selected Fellow will work closely with the NCSG leadership and community to produce communication materials, summarize key policy positions, and assist in planning the future direction of the NCSG. Fellowship Goals: (i) Improve Communication: Develop clear and concise communication materials summarizing NCSG's ideas, principles, and ongoing activities to attract and engage newcomers; (ii) Strategic Planning: Assisting the leadership in formulating a strategic plan outlining NCSG's goals and objectives for the next 5 years, focusing on issues such as a) the privacy and other human rights of registrants, b) a more diverse registry ecosystem, c) consumers rights in the domain name industry, d) preserving ICANN’s remit while improving its transparency and accountability, e) holistic review (and other structural reviews), among others; (iii) Capacity Building: Identify potential newcomers' skills and interests, forwarding them to the policy priorities that will be identified, to contribute effectively to NCSG's work; (iv) Recognition from the community: Enhance the influence and representation of civil society organizations and individuals within ICANN's bottom-up policy-making processes and leadership selection; (v) Making the NCSG's policy dialogue more fertile, promoting thematic webinars, initiating discussion threads, setting meeting agenda with those topics etc. Duration: 8 months (part-time, 15 hours/week - the fellow will be accountable to the EC, and will have to demonstrate the work effectively done with results compatible with the time dedication) Monthly Stipend: USD 800 | Additional Support: USD 600 for design, tools, or technical resources Eligibility Criteria: (i) Be active NCSG members in good standing, having participated in mailing lists, WGs, IRTs, or similar roles within the past 6 months; (ii) Have voted in the last NCSG election; (iii) Demonstrate alignment with NCSG’s mission and commitment to the Fellowship’s goals; (iv) Provide evidence of similar research, planning, or communication-related work in the past two years. Desired Qualifications: (i) Proven experience in communication, policy research, or outreach; (ii)Familiarity with DNS policy, ICANN’s structure, and multistakeholder governance; (iii) Strong writing and summarization skills; (iv) Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate across a diverse community. The Fellow should not be in a current leadership position within NCSG, NCUC, or NPOC to avoid conflicts of interest and maximize collective benefit. Selection Process: Applications are open from Thursday, 17 July 2025 and will close on Thuesday, 31 July 2025 (2-week window). Please send your Statement of Interest, qualifications, and any relevant supporting documents to chair(a)ncsg.is and copy secretary(a)ncsg.is. Applications will be screened by the NCSG Policy Committee (PC). Evaluation will consider experience, expertise, and potential impact, with scoring based on clear criteria. Shortlisted applicants may be invited to interviews. The NCSG PC will submit a recommended shortlist to the EC. The NCSG EC will make the final selection within one week of receiving the PC’s recommendation. All applicants will receive feedback, and the process will be transparently documented. We encourage our members who fulfill the requisites and are passionate about strengthening the non-commercial voice in ICANN to apply and contribute to this strategic initiative. Best regards, The NCSG Executive Committee

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VSIG Group M course
by Glenn McKnight July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

Greetings All We are pleased to offer our next round of English course in September and here is the registration page . Space is limited so please pass onward to anyone in your network. https://www.virtualsig.org/2025/05/17/open-now-group-m-registration/ We like to talk Caleb and Stephanie as speakers in this cohort and the recording will be made available. FYI. Our Urdu, Bengali and French versions of the course are almost complete, and we are looking for a couple of reviewers of the course who speak and understand the language. We haven't decided on the dates for these courses but probably in the late fall. Our next Spanish group will be in the early fall as well and our last group had mainly Cuban students in the program. Thanks for your help g 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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NPOC EC | Attendance & Zoom Recordings | Thursday, 10 July 2025 at 20:00 UTC
by Andrea Glandon July 11, 2025

July 11, 2025

Hello NPOC Community, The NPOC EC holds an EC meeting each month. Below are the details from the July meeting. All details are always posted on the public wiki listed below as well. Please see attendance and recordings from the NPOC EC call held on Thursday, 10 July 2025 at 20:00 UTC. These details can also be found here<https://community.icann.org/x/BIplAw>. Attendees: Bolutife Adisa, Emmanuel Vitus, Juan Manuel Rojas, Caleb Ogundele | ICANN org: Andrea Glandon Zoom Replay<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/gI_mELR5Q7upCcKbvnn7VeXa6P--cOuLxDC0unN6Z1um…> Audio Replay<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/9FW8AqKsydq4_H0ItFjB01BzabZ7quVn_Sha3Sdqz8_D…> Thank you! Andrea Glandon Policy Operations Sr. Coordinator Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN)

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Conclusion and Publication of Continuous Improvement Program Framework
by Caleb Ogundele July 9, 2025

July 9, 2025

Hello NCSG, I'm reporting on a significant development in ICANN's Continuous Improvement Program that Ben mentioned to us during Monday's Policy call. The Continuous Improvement Program Community Coordination Group (CIP-CCG) has officially concluded its framework development work, having successfully incorporated all recommendations gathered during the consultation phases. ICANN announced the publication of the finalized framework yesterday: *https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-announces-publication-of-continuous-improvement-program-framework-08-07-2025-en <https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-announces-publication-…>* This completion represents the successful conclusion of the 18 months collaborative effort. among community volunteers from across ICANN's structure from Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees, and the Nominating Committee who brought diverse perspectives and specialized knowledge to the framework development process. With the framework now published and the CIP CCG's mandate fulfilled, the program transitions into its implementation phase. Each Supporting Organization, Advisory Committee, and the Nominating Committee will now begin developing their individual assessment plans and executing their respective CIP evaluations. The full announcement and framework details are available through the link provided above for you to look over and refer to. That concludes my report on this development. -- *Caleb Ogundele* Email: muyiwacaleb(a)gmail.com

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