June 2017 - Soac-leaders-icann59

UPDATE: Please read: ICANN60 Kick-off - Luncheon Meeting - Thursday, 29 June at 12:30 (Local time) - MEET in Committee Room 5, Level 4
by Susie Johnson June 29, 2017

June 29, 2017

Dear Community Leaders: Please join us for lunch to begin preparing for ICANN60. We will meet in Committee Room 5, Level 4. As promised, below is the agenda : 1. Welcome - David 2. Opening Remarks - Sally and Nick 3. ICANN60 - AGM Block Schedule - Josh 4. Cross Community Sessions - All 5. Schedule of Calls and Volunteers for the ICANN60 mailing list 6. AOB (including questions about the ICANN meeting selection process) Attached you will find: ICANN60 Preliminary Block Schedule and ICANN60 Schedule Production Line. Additional information: 1. If you are not able to attend, please select a delegate to attend in your place. 2. This call will be recorded and transcribed. 3. If you would like a dial out, please provide the phone number, off list. 4. If you would like assistance locating an international number, please send me a request, off list. 5. If you plan to attend by phone or in person, please RSVP. REMOTE PARTICIPATION CALL DETAILS: Phone bridge: Adigo: US/Canada: 1-800-550-6865 - Conference ID: 2569 For International numbers, please refer to: http://adigo.com/ICANN/ Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/icann-soac/ Please let me know if you need additional information or clarification. Kind regards,

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NEW TIME: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: ICANN60 Kick-off - Luncheon Meeting - Thursday, 29 June at 12:30 (Local time)
by Susie Johnson June 27, 2017

June 27, 2017

***NEW TIME****12:30 pm SAST Dear Community Leaders: Please join us for lunch to begin preparing for ICANN60. The Agenda and logistical detail will be sent shortly. If you are not able to attend, please select a delegate to attend in your place. REMOTE PARTICIPATION CALL DETAILS: Phone bridge: Adigo: US/Canada: 1-800-550-6865 - Conference ID: 2569 For International numbers, please refer to: http://adigo.com/ICANN/ Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/icann-soac/ 1. This call will be recorded and transcribed 2. If you would like a dial out, please provide the phone number, off list 3. If you would like assistance locating an international number, please send me a request, off list. 4. If you plan to attend by phone or in person, please RSVP. Please let me know if you need additional information or clarification. Kind regards,

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Fwd: [Ext] Read Göran Marby's Welcome Blog in Today's #ICANN59 Newsletter
by David Olive June 25, 2017

June 25, 2017

[https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_Newslet…]<mailto:engagement@icann.org> [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_Newslet…]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_Newslet…]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [http://img.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_Newslet…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/56e679bc-64a8-49f7-90f1-ea0b59…] Greetings from Johannesburg Göran Marby, President and CEO, ICANN Welcome to the second Policy Forum - whether you are here in Johannesburg or following along from home. I am consistently reminded as I meet with ICANN stakeholders around the world, on behalf of the ICANN organization, that the Internet is no one country's national resource. It belongs to everyone, and is a set of constantly evolving technologies, cooperating and collaborating with different networks and partners. For ICANN community members interested in policy development, ICANN59 will provide you the opportunity to engage with colleagues and tackle the many complex and challenging topics. Read the full blog.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/914efb63-5838-40fc-b911-120bdb…] Click here to watch the video.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Welcome to the ICANN59 Policy Forum David Olive, Senior VP, Policy Development Support and Managing Director of the Istanbul Office, expresses his excitement to be back in South Africa for another ICANN Public Meeting. He welcomes everyone who has come to be a part of the innovative policy work at ICANN59. Olive stresses the value of people from diverse backgrounds coming together to face mutual challenges. Let's get prepared to take part in policy discussions over the next four days. [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] 2017 Multistakeholder Ethos Award Winner to Be Announced Today Be sure to join us this morning at the ICANN59 Welcome, where we'll announce the winner of the 2017 Multistakeholder Ethos Award. The ceremony will be held at 08:30 in the Level 4 Foyer. The Multistakeholder Ethos Award honors members of the ICANN community who have made outstanding contributions to ICANN's multistakeholder model of Internet governance. Read more about the selection criteria for the award here[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>. ICANN Releases Africa Domain Name System Market Study ICANN is pleased to announce the release of its Africa Domain Name System (DNS) Market Study Final Report. This study serves as part of ICANN's outreach efforts to support and improve the regional DNS industry. The report is the first of its kind in the region, which includes 54 countries. Read the full announcement.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] TIME SESSION ROOM LOCATION 08:30-09:00 Welcome and Multistakeholder Ethos Award Presentation[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Level 4 Foyer 09:00-12:00 DNSSEC Workshop[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Ballroom 3 (ccNSO) 11:30-12:30 GAC Session on Two-Character Country Codes as Second-Level Domains[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Ballroom 1 (GAC) 13:30-16:45 Tech Day Part 1[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>, Tech Day Part 2[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Ballroom 3 (ccNSO) 15:15-18:30 Cross-Community Discussion on Next Generation gTLD Registration Directory Services Policy Requirements[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Ballroom 1 (GAC) [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/b1ec4255-7597-410d-a6dc-295826…] TIME SESSION ROOM LOCATION 08:00-08:30 NCSG Outreach and Strategy Meeting[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Ballroom 2 (GNSO) 08:00-08:30 GNSO Policy Briefing[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Committee 4 [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/d6cdeca0-aabc-47e9-93fd-58ae4c…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/3a1868ad-84f5-4a83-9d98-228af4…] [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/71ff04a0-170e-41f8-8cb4-a4ec90…] Top 12 Things You Didn't Know About South Africa 1. Only in South Africa will you find a street that has been home to two Nobel Peace Prize laureates. Both Nelson Mandela and Archbishop Desmond Tutu lived on Vilakazi Street[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> in the Orlando West township in Soweto. Tutu was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1984 for his nonviolent opposition to apartheid. Mandela shared the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 with F.W. de Klerk, for their role in the peaceful end of apartheid and work establishing democracy in South Africa. Mandela's house is now a museum[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>. Read the full list.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] Highlighting the Importance of Universal Acceptance in Africa Universal Acceptance (UA) continues to be a hot topic at ICANN meetings. Here in Johannesburg, we caught up with two community members and asked them to share their thoughts with us. Manal Ismail, Director of International Technical Coordination with NTRA Egypt, and Mike Silber, General Counsel at Liquid Telecom in Johannesburg, talk about the importance of UA to their organizations. [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/5ec55afc-e0f1-4076-97fc-d76f37…]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Click here to watch the video.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/f1c8bb8b-ff5d-4be7-990f-f40fce…]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Click here to watch the video.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] AFRALO Capacity-Development Sessions Start Today The African Regional At-Large Organization (AFRALO) General Assembly plenary will be held during ICANN59 with representatives from nearly 50 At-Large Structures (ALSes) across 30 African countries and territories. At ICANN59, AFRALO members will benefit from daily capacity-development sessions focusing on ICANN policy. Seasoned AFRALO members will serve as mentors to newcomers as they learn about relevant policies and working groups. Göran Marby, ICANN President and CEO, will join a discussion with AFRALO ALSes about connectivity challenges facing many rural areas in Africa. Learn more.[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/d667cc04-10e6-426c-9426-56614e…] Good Practices for the Registration and Administration of Domain Name Portfolios (Part II) Carlos Alvarez, Security, Stability, and Resiliency (SSR) Technical Engagement Senior Manager, ICANN Continuing with our series on good practices for managing domain registrations (read Part I[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>), I'd like to provide some insight into the domain registration practices of large organizations. In general, they have followed good recommendations - they provide valid email addresses for their WHOIS contacts, configure resilient name resolution service, and use EPP status codes to mitigate domain name hijacking. Read more...[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/256bf504-19ef-4d12-a019-897cb5…] We Need Your Input! What is the ICANN Process Documentation Initiative? It's a new effort involving ICANN organization staff members who are working to clearly describe and document several processes that we all rely on. Please visit the Ballroom gallery area during ICANN59 to review, give input and help with further alignment on these processes. The processes are printed on several large flowcharts, and we'll have markers and sticky notes available for you to give feedback. We'll also have a session on Thursday, 29 June at 08:00 in Ballroom 3. At this session, there will be further discussions about a few specific processes and time for questions and answers. You can also send questions or comments on the flowcharts to processdocumentation(a)icann.org<mailto:processdocumentation@icann.org>. [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/d5eac800-eecc-4bc0-bb6f-1778c2…]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> Health and Safety Tips for ICANN59 We are committed to keeping everyone safe and healthy at ICANN Public Meetings. Our Security Operations team provides two 24/7 services: * Health and Safety Center (HSC) in the Sandton Convention Centre * Health and Safety Hotline These services are described in the ICANN59 Health and Safety Instructions[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>. The ICANN59 website[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…> contains other useful information for your stay in Johannesburg: * Travel safety guidance * Transportation options and recommendations * Suggested restaurants We're here to assist you. If you have any questions, email meeting-assistance(a)icann.org<mailto:meeting-assistance@icann.org>. [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/fd03b703-3c78-4ca8-b687-e45533…] Abdulrahman Almarzouqi (United Arab Emirates) Government Advisory Committee (GAC) Representive, UAE Participant in more than 10 ICANN Public Meetings Abdulrahman Almarzouqi is a Manager of Internet Advancement in the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, a federal government oversight body in the UAE. Almarzouqi was introduced to Internet governance in 2006 when he worked on the domain name strategy for his country and became a GAC representative for the UAE. In 2007, he contributed to the redelegation of the .ae domain. Almarzouqi was also heavily involved in launching the Internationalized Domain Name (IDN) fast track process. His primary interests are improving the UAE's domain name ecosystem, promoting IDNs, and addressing Internet public policy interests in the Middle East. He also worked on the introduction of new generic top-level domains (gTLDs) and the New gTLD Applicant Guidebook. Calls to action: Almarzouqi wants to improve domain name processes, frameworks, and focus on customers. He'd also like to promote inclusiveness and openness toward Internet governance issues and to create a strong presence for the Middle East in the GAC and ICANN. [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/fe07f9c5-d247-4efe-a796-f985e3…] Claire C. Craig (Trinidad and Tobago) Coming from the Caribbean, I am passionate about issues affecting the Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) region. I am a member of the Caribbean Network Operators Group (CaribNOG) Coordinating Team. While working on the LAC-i-Roadshow, I learned about ICANN's work. I attended my first ICANN Public Meeting as a Fellow at ICANN58 in Copenhagen, Denmark. This experience gave me a chance to interact with other ICANN stakeholders and to participate in various constituencies and sessions. I gained a better understanding of the term multistakeholderism. I realize that I have a voice - through ICANN's decentralized community-based policymaking process - in keeping the Internet secure, stable, and open. Since receiving the Fellowship, I have become more involved in the Caribbean ICANN Working Group. As a Senior IT officer at the University of the West Indies, at ICANN58 I was aligned with the Academic community. My interests include regional Internet governance issues, and I am currently researching Internet exchange points in the Caribbean as a catalyst for social development. [https://imgssl.constantcontact.com/letters/images/1101116784221/ICANN59_New…] [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/c1eea624-2006-48a9-9cc0-14aa45…] Zeina Daghlas (Palestine) I'm a member of the Internet Society (ISOC) Palestine Chapter. In 2016, ISOC awarded me a Fellowship to attend the conference of the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) in Berlin (IETF 96). There, I attended sessions where I learned about ICANN's role and work and the value of attending ICANN Public Meetings. My first experience as a NextGenner was at ICANN57 in Hyderabad, India. I learned about how ICANN works and became friends with people from around the world. The most amazing thing for me was seeing people from different fields, not just engineering, and how they work together to make the Internet available and safe for all. I applied for the ICANN59 NextGen Ambassador Program because I wanted both to give back and to continue to learn. As a NextGen Ambassador, I'll be responsible for guiding new NextGenners. ICANN59 will be positive experience, both in terms of gaining knowledge and building my character. [http://files.constantcontact.com/d2ded047401/90db8c41-f096-4cf9-9ed3-7724c5…] Ceasar Chembezi (Malawi) Through my research into different ways that I could contribute to change and development in Malawian society through networking and conferences, I came across an advertisement for ICANN on a website called opportunitiesforafricans.com[r20.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__r20.rs6.net_tn.jsp-3Ff-…>. As a young person living in the Information Age, I thought that by participating in ICANN, I would contribute to making the Internet more usable and accessible, even to individuals in the most remote locations. At ICANN59, I hope to learn more and share my experience with Internet topics. I'd like to see how this diverse community can devise policy to improve the Internet. 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Re: [Soac-leaders-icann59] [Ext] Re: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: ICANN60 Kick-off - Luncheon Meeting - Thursday, 29 June at 12:15 (Local time)
by Tanzanica S. King June 25, 2017

June 25, 2017

Dear Paul et al, For the kick-off meeting we will present an ICANN60 schedule production timeline and preliminary block schedule. We will ask the group to consider: * The dates for schedule production and/or any known conflicts with the proposed dates for our calls * The total number of timeslots allocated to non-conflicted, cross-community discussion topics (HITs) * Proposed schedule of SO/AC/SG/C meetings with the ICANN Board on constituency day The meeting also provides the opportunity for the group to share feedback relating to the schedule planning for ICANN59, and inform staff on any other areas of importance for the scheduling of ICANN60. I will circulate the production timeline and block schedule asap so you will have a chance to review it before the lunch on Thursday. Best, Tanzanica -------------------------------------------------------- Tanzanica S. King Sr. Manager, Meeting Strategy and Design ICANN Office +1 310 301 5800 Mobile +1 310 995 3038 Email king(a)icann.org<mailto:king@icann.org> www.icann.org From: Paul Wilson <pwilson(a)apnic.net> Date: Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 06:14 To: Susie Johnson <susie.johnson(a)icann.org> Cc: "soac-leaders-icann59(a)icann.org" <soac-leaders-icann59(a)icann.org>, "amack(a)amglobal.com" <amack(a)amglobal.com>, Raquel Lucca-Noboa <executiveassistant(a)amglobal.com>, Renata Aquino Ribeiro <raquino(a)gmail.com>, "donna.austin(a)team.neustar" <donna.austin(a)team.neustar>, "Tanzanica S. King" <tanzanica.king(a)icann.org>, Nick Tomasso <nick.tomasso(a)icann.org>, Melanie Cruz <melanie.cruz(a)icann.org>, Laura Ramirez <laura.ramirez(a)icann.org>, Maya Saito <maya.saito(a)icann.org>, Josh Baulch <josh.baulch(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] Re: PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: ICANN60 Kick-off - Luncheon Meeting - Thursday, 29 June at 12:15 (Local time) I can be there thanks Susie. Not having attending this kind of planning session for an ICANN meeting, I’m interested to know the format/agenda etc, and what kind of inputs you may be expecting. Paul. On 24 Jun 2017, at 20:14, Susie Johnson wrote: Dear Community Leaders: Please join us for lunch to begin preparing for ICANN60. The Agenda and logistical detail will be sent shortly. If you are not able to attend, please select a delegate to attend in your place. REMOTE PARTICIPATION CALL DETAILS: Phone bridge: Adigo: US/Canada: 1-800-550-6865 – Conference ID: 2569 For International numbers, please refer to: http://adigo.com/ICANN/[adigo.com]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__adigo.com_ICANN_&d=DwMF…> Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/icann-soac/ 1. This call will be recorded and transcribed 2. If you would like a dial out, please provide the phone number, off list 3. If you would like assistance locating an international number, please send me a request, off list. 4. If you plan to attend by phone or in person, please RSVP. Please let me know if you need additional information or clarification. Kind regards, ________________________________ Paul Wilson, Director-General, APNIC dg(a)apnic.net<mailto:dg@apnic.net> http://www.apnic.net[apnic.net]<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.apnic.net&d=DwMFaQ&…> @apnicdg

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PLEASE SAVE THE DATE: ICANN60 Kick-off - Luncheon Meeting - Thursday, 29 June at 12:15 (Local time)
by Susie Johnson June 24, 2017

June 24, 2017

Dear Community Leaders: Please join us for lunch to begin preparing for ICANN60. The Agenda and logistical detail will be sent shortly. If you are not able to attend, please select a delegate to attend in your place. REMOTE PARTICIPATION CALL DETAILS: Phone bridge: Adigo: US/Canada: 1-800-550-6865 - Conference ID: 2569 For International numbers, please refer to: http://adigo.com/ICANN/ Adobe Connect: https://participate.icann.org/icann-soac/ 1. This call will be recorded and transcribed 2. If you would like a dial out, please provide the phone number, off list 3. If you would like assistance locating an international number, please send me a request, off list. 4. If you plan to attend by phone or in person, please RSVP. Please let me know if you need additional information or clarification. Kind regards,

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ICANN59 Policy Report
by David Olive June 19, 2017

June 19, 2017

The ICANN Policy Development Support Team is pleased to announce the publication of its Pre-ICANN59 Policy Report, in preparation for the upcoming Policy Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa. Download the report here: http://go.icann.org/preicann59policyreport[go.icann.org] The purpose of this Pre-ICANN59 Policy Report is to summarize policy activities across the ICANN policy development community and to brief the community on the Empowered Community consultation and cross-community sessions taking place in Johannesburg. David A. Olive Senior Vice President Policy Development Support Managing Director ICANN Regional Office –Istanbul Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Direct Line: +90.212.999.6212 Mobile: + 1. 202.341.3611 Mobile: +90.533.341.6550

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ICANN Process Documentation Initiative (Community Feedback Requested) - ICANN
by David Olive June 16, 2017

June 16, 2017

https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm… [Icann logo]<https://www.icann.org/> <https://www.icann.org/get-started> <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/beginners-guides-2012-03-06-en><https://www.icann.org/en/about/participate/newcomers><https://www.icann.org/en/about/participate/fellowships><https://www.icann.org/history> <https://www.icann.org/news> <https://www.icann.org/news/announcements><https://www.icann.org/news/blog><https://www.icann.org/news/multimedia><https://www.icann.org/en/news/press><https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/global-newsletter> <https://www.icann.org/policy> <https://www.icann.org/policy#what_is_policy><https://www.icann.org/policy#how_is_policy_developed><https://www.icann.org/policy/implementation><https://www.icann.org/policy#updates><https://www.icann.org/policy#participate><https://www.icann.org/policy#staff> <https://www.icann.org/public-comments> <https://www.icann.org/public-comments#open-public><https://www.icann.org/public-comments#closed-public><https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/upcoming-2012-02-25-en><https://www.icann.org/public-comments/archive> <https://www.icann.org/resources> <https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/board-of-directors-2014-03-19-en><https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/accountability-2012-02-25-en><https://www.icann.org/en/resources/registrars><https://www.icann.org/en/resources/registries><https://www.icann.org/en/resources/compliance><https://www.icann.org/complaints-office><https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/help-2012-02-03-en><https://www.icann.org/careers> <https://www.icann.org/community> <https://www.icann.org/community#groups><https://www.icann.org/community/explore><https://features.icann.org/calendar> <https://www.icann.org/stewardship-accountability> <https://www.icann.org/iana-transition-fact-sheet><https://www.icann.org/stewardship><https://community.icann.org/display/acctcrosscomm/WS1+-+Enhancing+ICANN+Acc…><https://www.icann.org/stewardship-implementation><https://www.icann.org/csc><https://www.icann.org/rzerc> <https://www.icann.org/translations> <https://www.icann.org/translations><https://www.icann.org/ar><https://www.icann.org/es><https://www.icann.org/fr><https://www.icann.org/ru><https://www.icann.org/zh> ICANN Process Documentation Initiative (Community Feedback Requested) <https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…><https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…><https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…><https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…><https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…><https://www.icann.org/news/blog/icann-process-documentation-initiative-comm…> During ICANN58, Göran Marby talked<https://www.icann.org/news/multimedia/2475>about starting an effort to describe and document several key processes where the ICANN organization and community interact through recommendations and advice. We've already made some progress, as those of you at the GDD Summit<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/presentation-gdd-summit-icann-p…> [PDF, 2.3 MB] saw, and wanted to update you before our session at ICANN59<https://schedule.icann.org/event/B3zk/review-of-icann-process-documentation…>. So far, this effort has resulted in a series of draft flowcharts that visually depict processes, roles and responsibilities, and when applicable, areas where confusion or impasses may arise, starting with: * Empowered Community: Initiate Mediations<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-initiate-med…> [PDF, 261 KB], Community IRP<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-initiate-com…> [PDF, 419 KB], Approve Approval Actions<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-approve-appr…> [PDF, 354 KB], Rejection Actions<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-rejection-ac…> [PDF, 458 KB], Initiate a Community Reconsideration Request<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-initiate-com…> [PDF, 418 KB], Remove Nominating Committee Directors<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-remove-nomco…> [PDF, 486 KB], Remove SO/AC Directors<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-remove-soac-…>[PDF, 485 KB], and Recall the Board<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-procedure-ec-recall-board…> [PDF, 454 KB] * Reviews: Organizational<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-organizational-re…> [PDF, 751 KB] and Specific Review<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-specific-review-1…>[PDF, 0.98 MB] * Policy Development: ASO<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-aso-pdp-12jun17-e…> [PDF, 523 KB], GNSO<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-gnso-pdp-13jun17-…> [PDF, 929 KB], and ccNSO<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-ccnso-pdp-12jun17…> [PDF, 859 KB] * Advice & Correspondence: GAC Advice Consideration<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/files/draft-process-gac-advice-consid…> [PDF, 316 KB]. Others will be posted when ready. Community Feedback Requested As we said, these flowcharts are drafts, and we look forward to working together to determine what we've done right in crafting these, what could be improved and what is missing. Below are a few areas we have identified for discussion and input. Situations where the Board receives conflicting recommendations or advice from different groups. * In preparing recommendations, what mechanism can assist the process to avoid situations where advice goes against recommendations or a policy PDP? Situations where there is ambiguity in the recommendations or advice, which creates uncertainty in the implementation phase. * What steps could be taken to ensure recommendations/advice are clear and implementable, and that implementation is consistent with the intent of the recommendation/advice? * After recommendations are sent to the Board, and the team authoring those recommendations has disbanded, what happens when, during implementation efforts, there is ambiguity, confusion or concern regarding the intent or feasibility of the recommendation? The GNSOhas a defined process to resolve situations, but how should the ICANN organization and the community resolve those issues in cases where there is no defined process? What should happen if Reviews result in recommendations that are already topics under discussion in a PDP? * How can a process help identify and capture interdependencies between review processes and policy development, and make sure those are flagged early? * What processes are needed for review teams to address situations where review team recommendations are intended to direct a PDP effort, or essentially dictate what a policy recommendation should be? What if the PDP group does not agree or does not wish to address the review team's recommendations? Are there other topics not reflected here that should be included? Do you have any thoughts or feedback to share on the drafts? During ICANN59<https://meetings.icann.org/en/johannesburg59>, we will be exhibiting the current drafts all week in the main gallery area and holding a session<https://schedule.icann.org/event/B3zk/review-of-icann-process-documentation…> on Thursday, June 29th at 0800 local time in Ballroom 3, to give the community an opportunity to discuss the progress and provide feedback. I encourage you to join this session, in person or via remote participation. We will be discussing the areas above, along with areas of potential confusion or impasse, and this dialogue will help provide further clarity on these processes. If you cannot attend, please submit any feedback on the processes via processdocumentation(a)icann.org<mailto:processdocumentation@icann.org>before 30 July 2017. Next Steps Feedback on these initial flowchart versions will be gathered through July, with the goal of developing updated versions that incorporate this feedback by ICANN60 in November. The process flowcharts will be maintained online, and a mechanism will be put into place to consistently reflect additional input or clarity to the processes. Beyond that, what happens next will be determined in large part by the input you provide, whether it's at our upcoming session, or via email, as well as the feedback we received from those of you who contributed to the session at the May 2017 GDD Summit. We look forward to working together to finalize this process documentation initiative. Comments Log in to Comment<https://www.icann.org/users/sign_in> or Sign Up<https://www.icann.org/users/sign_up> Details * ICANN Blog * Author: Theresa Swinehart * 16 Jun 2017 Sent from my iPhone David A. Olive Senior Vice President, Policy Development Support Managing Director, ICANN Regional Office –Istanbul Hakki Yeten Cad. 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Pre-ICANN59 Policy Report
by David Olive June 16, 2017

June 16, 2017

Dear Community Leaders : The Pre-ICANN59 Policy Report has been published<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/presentations-2012-08-27-en>. The link for direct download is. http://go.icann.org/preicann59policyreport Best regards, David

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Announcement: Pre-ICANN59 Policy Update Webinar - Thursday, 15 June 2017 at 10:00 and 19:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC
by David Olive June 15, 2017

June 15, 2017

Dear Community Leaders and Representatives: Please find below the announcement of the “Pre-ICANN59 Policy Update Webinar” published on the ICANN website. Please share it with your groups. Best regards, David https://www.icann.org/news/announcement-2017-05-22-en Please RSVP via this form by 13 June 2017. You will receive remote participation details the week of 12 June 2017. The ICANN Policy Development Support Team will host a Policy Update Webinar on Thursday, 15 June 2017 at 10:00 and 19:00 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), in preparation for the upcoming ICANN59 Policy Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa. The purpose of the webinar is to summarize policy activities across the ICANN policy development community and to brief the community on the Empowered Community consultation and cross-community sessions taking place in Johannesburg. Briefings on the Empowered Community Consultation and Cross-Community Sessions: · Special session on the Proposed Fundamental Bylaws Amendments · Next-Generation Generic Top-Level Domain (gTLD) Registration Directory Services (RDS) policy requirements · General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) · Geographic names · Operational side of ICANN's Operating Plan and Budget · Who sets ICANN's priorities? Updates on Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees: · Address Supporting Organization (ASO) and regional Internet registries (RIR) policy development · Country Code Names Supporting Organization (ccNSO) · Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) · At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) and At-Large Community · Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) · Root Server System Advisory Committee (RSSAC) · Security and Stability Advisory Committee (SSAC) The two sessions are duplicates, scheduled to accommodate different time zones. Each session runs in English for 90 minutes. The webinar will be conducted via Adobe Connect along with a dial-in conference bridge for audio. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions at the end of each session. During the course of the webinar, participants may submit questions using the chat function in Adobe Connect. Recordings of the webinars will be made available here. The Policy Development Support Team is always available to answer any questions via email at policyinfo(a)icann.org. Please RSVP via this form by 13 June 2017. You will receive remote participation details the week of 12 June 2017.

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ICANN59 Johannesburg: Public Schedule Posted
by David Olive June 6, 2017

June 6, 2017

The public schedule for ICANN59 in Johannesburg is now posted at https://schedule.icann.org<https://schedule.icann.org/>. Best regards, David David A. Olive Senior Vice President Policy Development Support Managing Director ICANN Regional Office –Istanbul Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Direct Line: +90.212.999.6212<tel:+90.212.999.6212> Mobile: + 1. 202.341.3611<tel:+%201.%20202.341.3611> Mobile: +90.533.341.6550<tel:+90.533.341.6550>

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