Re: [council] GNSO Council - Looking ahead from ICANN 45

[Maria Farrell <maria.farrell@xxxxxxxxx>]

Dear Jonathan,

Many thanks to you for this warm welcome. I'm really thrilled to be joining
the Council on behalf of the NCSG.

Oddly enough, when I was on staff some years ago as GNSO Policy Officer,
Glen and I prepared the first formal inductions for new councillors. Back
then we focused a lot on then-current substantive policy issues.

But now, at least as steep a learning curve is the many processes and
procedures that have been developed. To be effective councillors, I think
us new people could probably do with equal guidance on the 'how' of policy
as well as the 'what'.

In that vein, can I ask for a link to the operating procedures to be
circulated?

All the best, Maria

On 25 October 2012 11:53, Jonathan Robinson
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> Dear GNSO Councillors,****
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> It’s a week since ICANN 45 in Toronto and I would like to take the
> opportunity to personally update you with a little progress and the
> development of my thinking in the interim.****
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> Together with the Vice Chairs, we took advantage of being in Toronto to
> meet with the GNSO Policy staff and secretariat.  The objective was to
> discuss and understand key practical interactions and ways of working
> together to ensure smooth operational functioning of the Council.  We met
> for a little over an hour, had a productive, open discussion and I believe
> we are all off to a good start.****
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> As we commence working together as a “new” council and begin the terms of
> our incoming Councillors, I am very keen to extend a very warm welcome to
> all those who joined us in Toronto.  More than that, I’d like to make sure
> we give the incoming Councillors a proper introduction to and induction
> onto the Council.  With this in mind, I’ll be writing to them in order to
> set up at least one meeting.  If, from your own experience of joining or
> working on the Council, you think that there are specific imprtant areas we
> should cover in an induction, please don’t hesitate to let me know.****
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> During the course of the election process, we touched on key areas that
> needed on going, renewed or new attention and I’d like to mention these.  I
> think of them as strategic priorities and my list is as follows:****
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> **1.       **Work load management and prioritisation****
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> **2.       **Internal relations and effective working of the Council****
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> **3.       **External relations and effective representation of the
> Council****
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> I am sure most of you will think of other areas that you may wish to see
> on this list.  In any case, I look forward to expanding on points 1-3 above
> with some practical initiatives.  In the meantime, and indeed for the whole
> of my term as chair of the Council, I will welcome any constructive input
> and feedback from you.****
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> As discussed at various points, my overarching objective is to work with
> you, the groups you represent and the relevant ICANN staff to ensure that
> the GNSO Council is effective, seen to be effective and that our work is
> appreciated and respected.****
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> Best wishes,****
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> Jonathan****
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