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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>All,<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>The next ICANN meeting will be held in <st1:place
w:st="on"><st1:City w:st="on">Los Angeles</st1:City></st1:place> on Oct-29 to
Nov-2. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>As you may recall, we had a very successful participation
in the last meeting in <st1:place w:st="on"><st1:City w:st="on">San Juan</st1:City></st1:place>
in June, where more than 600 people participated from all over the world, of
which 33 fellows from 24 countries got funded by ICANN to take part in the
meeting. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>Today, ICANN opens the door for applications for the
next meeting in LA. See the announcement at: <a
href="http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-02aug07.htm">http://www.icann.org/announcements/announcement-02aug07.htm</a>.
Applications will be accepted from today through August 24<sup>th</sup>. Applications
form and all relevant documents about the fellowship can be found at <a
href="http://www.icann.org/fellowships/">http://www.icann.org/fellowships/</a>.
<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>So, if you are interested to come and join us in LA,
give it a try and apply for a fellowship!<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>If you have any question, do not hesitate to ask me.
<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>[See more information below]<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>Regards,</span></font><font face="Courier New"><span
style='font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Courier New"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Courier New"'>-Baher</span></font><font face="Courier New"><span
style='font-family:"Courier New"'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>What
is ICANN? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The
Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is responsible for
the global coordination of the Internet's system of unique identifiers. These
include domain names (like .org or .museum, and country codes like .UK), as
well as the addresses used in a variety of Internet protocols. Computers use
these identifiers to reach each other over the Internet. Careful management of
these resources is vital to the Internet's operation. ICANN's global
stakeholders meet regularly to develop policies that ensure the Internet's
ongoing security and stability.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The
domain name system (DNS) and Internet Protocol (IP) addressing systems rely on
global input and perspectives in order to ensure they continue to function in a
stable and secure fashion. ICANN’s fellowships program helps ensure that
voices from all regions of the world have the opportunity to provide that
input. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>What
is an ICANN fellowship and who are the fellowships for? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>An ICANN
fellowship is a one time grant of support to enable attendance at an ICANN
organised meeting. They are awarded to enable individuals from stakeholder
groups from around the world to attend ICANN meetings. The fellowship covers
the cost of airfare, hotel and basic expenses. Recipients are expected to
actively contribute to ICANN processes and be a part of the next generation of
ICANN leadership. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>ICANN
Government advisory committee representatives and ccNSO members from eligible
countries will be prioritised but anyone (apart from participants in the ICANN
At-Large advisory committee, which has its own programme) is welcome to apply. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>How
are the fellowships awarded? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Fellowships
are awarded by a selection committee based on a mix of criteria including
applicant experience and references, geographic proximity to meeting, receipt
of past fellowships, etc. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Due to
financial limitations ICANN may not be able to provide fellowships for all
applicants. In the case of a dispute or similar applications final decisions
will be made by the <a
href="http://www.icann.org/fellowships/fellowship-committee.htm">fellowships
committee</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Who
may apply for and be awarded a fellowship? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<ul type=disc>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>Applications are targeted to individuals from
government, the ccTLD community, and non-profits not involved in or
associated with the at-large advisory committee. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>Preference will be given to citizens who are
resident in a low, lower-middle, or upper-middle income economy according
to the <a
href="http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/DATASTATISTICS/0,,contentMDK:20421402%7EpagePK:64133150%7EpiPK:64133175%7EtheSitePK:239419,00.html">World
Bank country groups classification</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto;
mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>Successful applicants will have demonstrated: <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>Ability to utilize the experiences gained from
the fellowship to become a part of the next generation of ICANN
leadership <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>A role or interest in the Internet space <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level2 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>An interest in contributing to: <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<ul type=square>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>ICANN policy development processes. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>The ICANN fellowship alumni network. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>A leadership role in stimulating local interest
in ICANN. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:
auto;mso-list:l0 level3 lfo1'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>An ICANN supporting organization or advisory
committee. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
</ul>
</ul>
</ul>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Overview
of fellowship procedures</span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>The
fellowship agreement with ICANN includes several clauses that relate directly
to travel and related expenses. Please note that all ICANN supported air travel
will be by economy class and use the most direct and economical routing. See
ICANN Fellowship <a
href="http://www.icann.org/fellowships/terms-and-conditions.htm">Terms and
Conditions</a>.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Per diem
costs are covered via a lump sum stipend of US$ 300.00 for the entire period of
the fellowship. The stipend will be provided to each fellow upon his or her
arrival at the meeting. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>During
the fellowship fellows are responsible for their own personal health and
safety. Fellows should consult travel and health advisories in advance of the
fellowship. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Following
the completion of the fellowship, all fellows will be invited to join a network
of ICANN fellowship alumni. This global network will provide instant
connections with peers worldwide who share a common interest in ICANN related
issues. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Please
note that consideration for future fellowships will depend on active
contribution to ICANN policy development processes. Completion of
post-fellowship reports and feedback forms is a critical part of gauging the
level of contribution made by each fellow. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=title><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'>Frequently Asked Questions </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>How
will my travel be covered? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Travel
will be covered by ICANN directly. <strong><b><font face="Times New Roman"> </font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>How
will my hotel be covered? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Hotels
will be booked and covered by ICANN directly. All additional hotel charges
beyond the room are the responsibility of the fellow. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>How
will the stipend work? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>All
fellows receive a flat stipend of 300 US Dollars. The stipends will be provided
in the form of an AMEX check card or travellers checks depending on the
location of the meeting. Stipends will be given to fellows at the fellow
orientation session on day one of the ICANN meeting. <strong><b><font
face="Times New Roman"> </font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>Do
I need insurance? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>ICANN
will provide access to travel insurance for the fellowship. It is the
fellow’s responsibility to review the policy and process any resulting
claims. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p><strong><b><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>I
would like to add personal or other business segments to my travel. What do I
do? </span></font></b></strong><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'>This is
not possible. <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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