[NCUC-DISCUSS] Report to the NCUC on ICANN81 NomCom Workshop

[Wisdom Donkor]

Thanks James, very useful information.

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On Wed, Nov 13, 2024 at 10:22 AM James Gannon <james at policywonk.xyz> wrote:

> Hi All,
>
> The ICANN81 NomCom onboarding workshop was an intensive three-day event
> packed with introductions, discussions, and training designed to prepare
> the 2025 NomCom team. I actively participated in sessions across all three
> days, with a particular focus on promoting transparency and potential
> process improvements within NomCom—a theme I raised as a focus during my
> candidacy for the role.
>
> To further this I’ve also taken on the role of Chair for the
> Recommendations Subcommittee, where transparency and process improvement
> will be a primary focus for me as we dive into reviewing the NomCom
> Operating Manual and Handbook over the coming year.
>
> *Workshop Highlights and Key Contributions:*
>
>    -
>
>    *Day 1:*
>    -
>
>       We kicked things off with an overview of the NomCom Handbook and
>       confidentiality policies. During this session, I raised the importance of
>       transparency in NomCom operations, making sure this was noted as a priority
>       moving forward.
>       -
>
>       The group then established subcommittees, and I agreed to Chair the
>       Recommendations Subcommittee. I emphasized that our work would prioritize
>       transparency as we review key documents like the Operating Manual and
>       Handbook, aiming to make our practices clearer and more accessible.
>       -
>
>    *Day 2:*
>    -
>
>       The morning included a working session with subcommittee chairs and
>       NomCom leadership. We also met with the GNSO Leadership (CPH Vice Chair) to
>       discuss requirements for their candidates. I note the NCPH Leadership were
>       not present, so please pass along any comments to Tomslin who can reach out
>       to me.
>       -
>
>       Later in the day, I attended the Unconscious Bias Training sessions
>       led by Femi Otitoju. These sessions were insightful, adding another layer
>       to our approach on openness and inclusivity within NomCom’s work.
>       -
>
>    *Day 3:*
>    -
>
>       The day began with Inclusive Leadership Training, where I joined
>       other NomCom and subcommittee leaders. The focus here tied in well with our
>       transparency goals—ensuring inclusivity and openness in all aspects of our
>       work.
>       -
>
>       We ended with discussions involving the PTI Board of Directors and
>       ALAC Leadership. I took the opportunity to stress open communication and
>       transparency, which I believe are essential to our mission at NomCom.
>
> *Summary:*
> Throughout the ICANN81 workshop, I made transparency and improvement of
> the NomComs communications a recurring theme, keeping it at the forefront
> of discussions. As Chair of the Recommendations Subcommittee, I’ll be
> guiding a review of our documents and practices to ensure they reflect
> clear, accessible, and transparent governance.
>
> Additionally as we head into preparing for the application period I would
> value insights from the NCUC community on the capacities and skills that we
> feel should be represented on the ICANN board and the GNSO NomCom Appointed
> seats.
>
> Our work will continue virtually over the coming weeks, with the
> application period targeted for Jan 2025 and our next in-person meeting to
> be at ICANN 82 in Seattle.
>
>
>
> *James Gannon*
>
> Owner - Policywonk Consulting, Dublin, Ireland.
>
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