[ALAC] GAC Liaison Report on Intersessional Work / ALAC-GAC Joint Communication on Applicant Support

Wed Apr 24 17:12:59 UTC 2024

Thank you most sincerely for this update Joanna, I deeply appreciate it
especially as we are now reconvening the IRT ASP Small Team for our next
phase of discussions, it is most timely indeed.

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On Thu, 25 Apr 2024 at 01:42, Joanna Kulesza via ALAC <
alac at atlarge-lists.icann.org> wrote:

> Dear all,
>
> I am pleased to provide you with a report on the bilateral engagement
> between the GAC and the ALAC, emphasizing the significant focus on
> developing the joint communication regarding the Applicant Support Program,
> following the ALAC-GAC meeting at the ICANN79 Community Forum in San Juan,
> Puerto Rico.
>
> 1. Background and Context: The joint communication aims to consolidate the
> input and perspectives of both ALAC and GAC on the ASP, reflecting the
> discussions and agreements reached during our bilateral meeting at ICANN79.
> 2. Content Development: Since our meeting in San Juan, the working group
> composed of representatives from both ALAC and GAC has diligently worked on
> drafting the joint communication. They have incorporated key points and
> recommendations outlined in the draft statement you provided, which
> articulates our collective stance on the ASP. The drafting work is being
> excellently spearheaded by Justine Chew, ALAC VC, on behalf of the At-Large
> Community.
> 3. Alignment with Community Feedback: The content of the joint
> communication has been informed by various sources, including recent GAC
> communiques, public comments, and contributions from working group members.
> We have strived to ensure that the communication accurately reflects the
> diverse perspectives and priorities of the ICANN community.
> 4. Key Themes and Recommendations: The joint communication emphasizes
> several core principles and recommendations, including:
>    - Alleviating the financial burden on ASP applicants to the maximum
> extent possible.
>    - Prioritizing outreach to applicants from underserved regions.
>    - Applying a holistic approach to support ASP applicants throughout the
> application lifecycle.
>    - Supporting the longer-term success of ASP-qualified applicants beyond
> the application phase.
> 5. Incorporating ALAC and GAC Feedback: The draft communication has
> undergone iterative review and revision by both ALAC and GAC
> representatives to ensure consensus and coherence. Feedback provided by
> working group members has been carefully considered and integrated into the
> final draft.
> 6. Annexes and Supporting Documentation: The joint communication will be
> supplemented by annexes, including the ICANN79 GAC Communique and the ALAC
> Proposal on the implementation of Subsequent Procedures Recommendation
> 17.2. These annexes provide additional context and background information
> to support our recommendations.
> 7. Next Steps: The finalized joint communication will be presented for
> discussion and approval during our upcoming bilateral meeting in Kigali,
> Rwanda. We anticipate productive input for the ICANN Board members and
> stakeholders to further refine our recommendations and ensure their
> alignment with ICANN's objectives.
>
> A draft agenda for the bilateral session in Kigali is included below for
> your kind consideration:
>
> Proposed Agenda for ALAC-GAC Joint Bilateral Session in Kigali
> Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
> Time: 07:00 - 08:15 UTC (75 minutes)
> 1. 07:00 - 07:10 UTC  Introduction and welcome by GAC/ALAC Chairs     -
> Jonathan Zuck, ALAC Chair     - Nico Caballo, GAC Chair
> 2. Presentation of Joint Position Paper
>    - (07:10 - 07:25 UTC) Presentation of joint position paper by ALAC
> representative
>    - (07:25 - 07:40 UTC) Presentation of joint position paper by GAC
> representative
> 3. Moderated Q&A Session -  (07:40 - 08:00 UTC)
> 4. Closing remarks and next steps (08:00 - 08:15 UTC)
>
> Please allow me to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for
> the collaborative spirit and dedication demonstrated by both ALAC and GAC
> members throughout this process. Our joint communication reflects our
> shared commitment to advancing the ASP and fostering diversity and
> inclusivity within the domain name ecosystem.
>
> Thank you for your attention to this report. Your feedback and any
> additional input are highly valued. Please feel free to share your thoughts
> or suggestions.
>
> --
> Kind regards,
> Joanna Kulesza
> -------------------
> Joanna Kulesza, PhD
> Professor of International Law
> Lodz Cyber Hub / University of Lodz Law School / Poland
> www.cyber.uni.lodz.pl (EURALO ALS 341)
> ALAC / EURALO / ALAC Liaison to the GAC
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