[kictanet] [Fwd: Re: RE : [AfrICANN-discuss] http://www.icann.org/fellowships/ - please distribute]

alice alice at apc.org
Thu May 10 14:02:29 EAT 2007


Apologies Walu and all for interrupting the discussion on the CCK 
internet study report.

Herewith additional information on fellowships for Participation in 
ICANN meeting coming up in June in Puerto Rico.

best
alice

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Dear All,

Applications can be sent until May 18, 2007.
Cheers
ar

    */Anne-Rachel Inné <annerachel at gmail.com
    <mailto:annerachel at gmail.com>>/* a écrit :


        *******************************************************************
        Dear All,

        Please find below information about the trial fellowship
        programme at ICANN. Be advised that the African region has a
        very limited number of fellowships this time because prices are
        so high for airline tickets especially. Given that ICANN has
        rotating meetings, each region will get more participants from
        its region as meetings come to that region. Please read the
        information carefully and apply directly online.
        Good luck.
        **********************************************************************
        ICANN Meeting Fellowships Trial
        *About this Trial*
        This is a trial of the ICANN fellowships programme.
        Documentation and policies are being rolled out in a test format
        for the San Juan ICANN meeting June 25-29, 2007. Following the
        San Juan meeting ICANN will evaluate the programme and make
        changes based on participant and community feedback. We are
        excited about the opportunity this program presents for both
        ICANN and the developing world and are looking forward its success.
        *Questions/Comments? *fellowships at icann.org
        <mailto:fellowships at icann.org>
        *Current Round* : ICANN San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 25-29
        *Application Opens*: May 1
        Online Application Form <http://survey.icann.org/cgi/fellowship>
        *Documentation *
        Terms and Conditions
        <http://www.icann.org/fellowships/terms-and-conditions.htm>
        Fellowships Committee
        <http://www.icann.org/fellowships/fellowship-committee.htm>
        *Overview *
        *What is ICANN? *
        **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.
        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.
        *What is an ICANN fellowship and who are the fellowships for? *
        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.
        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.
        *How are the fellowships awarded? *
        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.
        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
        fellowships committee
        <http://www.icann.org/fellowships/fellowship-committee.htm>.
        *Who may apply for and be awarded a fellowship? *

            * Applications are targeted to individuals from government,
              the ccTLD community, and non-profits not involved in or
              associated with the at-large advisory committee.
            * Preference will be given to citizens who are resident in a
              low, lower-middle, or upper-middle income economy
              according to the World Bank country groups classification
              <http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/DATASTATISTICS/0,,contentMDK:20421402%7EpagePK:64133150%7EpiPK:64133175%7EtheSitePK:239419,00.html>.

            * Successful applicants will have demonstrated:
                  o Ability to utilize the experiences gained from the
                    fellowship to become a part of the next generation
                    of ICANN leadership
                  o A role or interest in the Internet space
                  o An interest in contributing to:
                        + ICANN policy development processes.
                        + The ICANN fellowship alumni network.
                        + A leadership role in stimulating local
                          interest in ICANN.
                        + An ICANN supporting organization or advisory
                          committee.

        *Overview of fellowship procedures *
        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
        Terms and Conditions
        <http://www.icann.org/fellowships/terms-and-conditions.htm>.
        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.
        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.
        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.
        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.
        *Frequently Asked Questions *
        *How will my travel be covered? ** *
        Travel will be covered by ICANN directly. * *
        *How will my hotel be covered? *
        Hotels will be booked and covered by ICANN directly. All
        additional hotel charges beyond the room are the responsibility
        of the fellow.
        *How will the stipend work? *
        **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. * *
        *Do I need insurance? *
        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.
        *I would like to add personal or other business segments to my
        travel. What do I do? *
        This is not possible.
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