Dear NPOC Members, Happy New Year. A warm reminder that CROP closes by *Monday, 06 January 2025 .* 1. Please complete the application form *https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA* <https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA> 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 *Canada, Puerto Rico, or the United States.* Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification <https://drive.google.com/file/d/14seX2l_Gq5rE97gbr38i1EuUbKRZ5GHl/view> All the best. Caleb Ogundele Outreach and Engagement Coordinator. On Fri, Dec 13, 2024 at 8:23 AM Andrea Glandon via Npoc-discuss < npoc-discuss@icann.org> wrote:

Greetings Everyone,

On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN82, which will sponsor a community member to attend ICANN82, taking place in *Seattle, USA *from

*8 - 13 March 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* <https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA> 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 *Canada, Puerto Rico, or the United States.* Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification <https://drive.google.com/file/d/14seX2l_Gq5rE97gbr38i1EuUbKRZ5GHl/view>

*Expectations of the Selected Candidate:*

- *Active Participation:* The selected candidate is expected to actively participate in all NCSG/NPOC meeting sessions. - *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 Monday, 06 January 2025 *

*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 17 January 2025 or will be unable to travel to ICANN82. - *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

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-- *Caleb Ogundele* Email: muyiwacaleb@gmail.com