The ICANN Policy Development Accelerator (formerly the ICANN Policy Transition Program) creates opportunities for newer ICANN community members to cultivate substantive knowledge on a specific policy topic, while fostering value in service through relationships and connections with experienced ICANN community members.
The expression of interest for the next term is now closed. The submission deadline was 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023.
About
Participants will meet monthly through Zoom, from September 2023 to March 2024.
Participants will receive sequential modules that will include background summaries, webinar and session recordings, and other relevant resources that offer differing points of view. Participants are expected to study these materials and participate in both interactive discussion sessions with subject matter experts and on a dedicated mailing list. Participants will also engage in a small group role play project. ICANN organization Policy staff will facilitate these interactions.
The accelerator s intended to support participants’ understanding of the gTLD registration data policy topic and their ability to contribute to current and future policy development in this area.
Eligibility
Candidates from all regions and sectors are welcome to apply. Before completing the expression of interest, participants must ensure the leadership of their ICANN community group supports their participation in this program.
Requirements
Participants are expected to:
- Dedicate approximately five hours per month
- Actively participate in asynchronous work, both in individual and small group settings, between virtual meetings
- Participate in monthly virtual meetings through Zoom
- Complete surveys
The expression of interest for the next term is now closed. The submission deadline was 23:59 UTC on 31 August 2023.
