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IANA Functions Stewardship Transition (view source)
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==Reactions and Planning at ICANN 49==
==Reactions and Planning at ICANN 49==
The NTIA announcement came a week before the first sessions at [[ICANN 49]] in Singapore.<ref>[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule-full.html ICANN 49 Archive - Full Schedule], March 21-27, 2014</ref> The announcement was a central topic of the meeting.
The NTIA announcement came a week before the first sessions at [[ICANN 49]] in Singapore.<ref>[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule-full.html ICANN 49 Archive - Full Schedule], March 21-27, 2014</ref> The announcement was a central topic of the meeting. During the course of the meeting, the IANA Transition Listserv was created.<ref name="ianalistserv">[https://mm.icann.org/pipermail/ianatransition/ ICANN.org Listserv Archive - IANA Transition], 2014-2017</ref>
===NCUC Conference on Internet Governance===
===NCUC Conference on Internet Governance===
===Other Mentions===
===Other Mentions===
The Welcome Ceremony and President's Welcome featured the NTIA transition announcement prominently in both Steve Crocker and Fadi Chehade's remarks.<ref name="49welcome">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-welcome/transcript-welcome-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Transcript, Welcome Ceremony & President's Welcome], March 24, 2014</ref> Chehade emphasized the seriousness of the task of transitioning the IANA functions to the global internet community, as well as the importance of strengthening ICANN's accountability and transparency.<ref name="49welcome" /> The opening session was followed by a session specifically directed toward the topics of IANA Transition and ICANN accountability.<ref name="49transition">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-iana-accountability.html ICANN 49 Archive - IANA Accountability Transition], March 24, 2014</ref> The session featured presentations from ICANN board chair [[Steve Crocker]], as well as [[Fadi Chehade]] and others involved in the early coordination efforts for the transition. Initially, it was anticipated that the process would take eighteen months, culminating in the termination of ICANN's contract with NTIA in October 2015.<ref name="49preso">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-iana-accountability/presentation-iana-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Presentation deck, IANA Accountability Transition], March 24, 2014</ref> Chehade fielded a number of questions and comments regarding ICANN's role in transition planning.<ref name="49transition" />
The Welcome Ceremony and President's Welcome featured the NTIA transition announcement prominently in both Steve Crocker and Fadi Chehade's remarks.<ref name="49welcome">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-welcome/transcript-welcome-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Transcript, Welcome Ceremony & President's Welcome], March 24, 2014</ref> Chehade emphasized the seriousness of the task of transitioning the IANA functions to the global internet community, as well as the importance of strengthening ICANN's accountability and transparency.<ref name="49welcome" /> The opening session was followed by a session specifically directed toward the topics of IANA Transition and ICANN accountability.<ref name="49transition">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-iana-accountability.html ICANN 49 Archive - IANA Accountability Transition], March 24, 2014</ref> The session featured presentations from ICANN board chair [[Steve Crocker]], as well as [[Fadi Chehade]] and others involved in the early coordination efforts for the transition. Initially, it was anticipated that the process would take eighteen months, culminating in the termination of ICANN's contract with NTIA in October 2015.<ref name="49preso">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-iana-accountability/presentation-iana-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Presentation deck, IANA Accountability Transition], March 24, 2014</ref> Chehade fielded a number of questions and comments regarding ICANN's role in transition planning.<ref name="49transition" /> This session represented the launch of the multistakeholder process to establish a plan for transitioning the IANA functions stewardship.<ref name="scope1pc
In addition, a session was held regarding accountability and ICANN's [[Affirmation of Commitments]] (AoC) which also bore directly on the topic of ICANN's accountability to its plurality of stakeholders.<ref name="49aoc">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability.html ICANN 49 Archive - ICANN Accountability], March 24, 2014</ref> The session began with introductory comments from Steve Crocker, and then a short presentation from [[Brian Cute]] <ref>[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability/presentation-aoc-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Presentation Deck, AoC Accountability], March 24, 2014</ref> intended to tee up questions regarding the evolution of ICANN's accountability principles, process, and commitments.<ref name="49aoctranscript">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability/transcript-icann-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Transcript, ICANN Accountability & the AoC], March 24, 2014</ref> As Cute emphasized in his presentation, the session was largely devoted to listening to community input and impressions regarding ICANN's accountability and the three questions around the AoC.<ref name="49aoctranscript" />
In addition, a session was held regarding accountability and ICANN's [[Affirmation of Commitments]] (AoC) which also bore directly on the topic of ICANN's accountability to its plurality of stakeholders.<ref name="49aoc">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability.html ICANN 49 Archive - ICANN Accountability], March 24, 2014</ref> The session began with introductory comments from Steve Crocker, and then a short presentation from [[Brian Cute]] <ref>[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability/presentation-aoc-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Presentation Deck, AoC Accountability], March 24, 2014</ref> intended to tee up questions regarding the evolution of ICANN's accountability principles, process, and commitments.<ref name="49aoctranscript">[https://archive.icann.org/meetings/singapore2014/en/schedule/mon-icann-accountability/transcript-icann-accountability-24mar14-en.html ICANN 49 Archive - Transcript, ICANN Accountability & the AoC], March 24, 2014</ref> As Cute emphasized in his presentation, the session was largely devoted to listening to community input and impressions regarding ICANN's accountability and the three questions around the AoC.<ref name="49aoctranscript" />
==Initial Steps and Scoping of Work==
==Initial Steps and Scoping of Work==
Transition planning was conducted among and across stakeholder groups.
Following ICANN 49, ICANN published a "Draft Proposal, Based on Initial Community Feedback, of the Principles and Mechanisms and the Process to Develop a Proposal to Transition NTIA's Stewardship of the IANA Functions" for public comment in April 2014.<ref name="draft1">[https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/draft-proposal-2014-04-08-en ICANN.org Archive - Draft Proposal of the Principles, Mechanisms, and Process to Develop a Proposal for the IANA Transition], April 8, 2014</ref> The proposal included a scoping document designed to focus discussion on what was expected of the process.<ref>[https://www.icann.org/en/about/agreements/iana/iana-transition-scoping-08apr14-en.pdf IANA Transition Scoping Document], April 8, 2014 (PDF)</ref>
===Draft Proposal: Principles, Mechanisms, and Process===
The draft proposal collected lists of principles and mechanisms proposed by the community during ICANN 49 and via listserv.<ref name="draft1" /> The report identified ten common themes in each category from the feedback received to date:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Principles
! Mechanisms
|-
| Inclusive<br />Transparent<br />Global<br />Accountable<br />Multistakeholder<br />Focused (in scope)<br />Pragmatic and evidence-based<br />Open to all voices<br />Do no harm<br />Based in consensus<br />
| Web-based platform<br />Utilize working group methods<br />Organize dialogues<br />Leverage existing information and processes<br />Conduct stress tests<br />Establish a clear and visible timeline<br />Recognize discussion in other fora<br />Make engagement platforms widely accessible<br />Multilingual support<br />Multiple comment & feedback fora<br />
|}
Based on the recommendations and feedback received, ICANN proposed a steering group that would be composed of two representatives from each SO and AC, two representatives from "affected parties" IETF, IAB, ISOC, and NRO, a liaison from the ICANN Board, and a secretariat from ICANN staff to act as support to the group.<ref name="draft1" /> The steering group would be convened in time to convene for a first meeting at [[ICANN 50]]. During that meeting, the group would: elect a chair; finalize the group's charter; and establish processes and procedures for development of the transition proposal. Based on the experience of successful working groups, the draft identified three necessary elements of the development process:
* Provide adequate time for affected parties and other interested parties to identify and define necessary elements of the transition proposal, so that the steering group can effectively deliberate on all elements;
* "Appropriate" community outreach and input as the proposal is drafted; and
* The finalization of the proposal for submission to the NTIA should be consensus-driven.<ref name="draft1" />
The draft also posed specific questions for the community to consider as it provided comments and feedback. The draft again anticipated the process to be complete before the next expiration of the IANA contract between NTIA and ICANN in September 2015<ref name="draft1" />
Public comment on the Draft Proposal was extensive.<ref name="ianalistserv" />
According to an article authored by [[Larry Strickling]] on August 17, 2015, NTIA's Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information and Administrator, the IANA Transition, which was set to begin September 30, 2015 will not be complete until September 30, 2016. The organization believes that while ICANN has made tremendous strides in its transition, it still has more work to accomplish. <ref>[http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/update-iana-transition] An Update on the IANA Transition. Retrieved 19 August 2015.</ref>
According to an article authored by [[Larry Strickling]] on August 17, 2015, NTIA's Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information and Administrator, the IANA Transition, which was set to begin September 30, 2015 will not be complete until September 30, 2016. The organization believes that while ICANN has made tremendous strides in its transition, it still has more work to accomplish. <ref>[http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/update-iana-transition] An Update on the IANA Transition. Retrieved 19 August 2015.</ref>