Nomination GNSO Council - Emmanuel Vitus

[Peterking Quaye]

Great decision and keep up the good work Emmanuel  well.



On Fri, 24 May 2024, 11:53 am Raymond Mamattah, <mamattah.raymond at gmail.com>
wrote:

> Great decision. Your excellent work in the policy role at NPOC speaks
> volumes.
>
> Regards,
>
> Raymond Mamattah
> Accra, Ghana
>
>
>
> On Fri, May 24, 2024, 11:41 AM Emmanuel Vitus <emmanuelvitus at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
>> Dear All,
>> I'm deeply humbled and grateful for the support and nomination from my
>> colleagues on the PC and the NPOC EC to represent NCSG on the GNSO Council.
>> A huge thanks to Wisdom, Tomslin, Juan, and everyone who supported my
>> nomination. I'm truly honored by your confidence in me.
>>
>> As I've recently begun my role as Policy Chair for NPOC, there's still
>> much work I'm eager to tackle. We've made significant strides in our first
>> term, giving voice to our concerns through public comments, working groups,
>> and ongoing EPDPs, all thanks to your unwavering support.
>>
>> However, after much consideration, I must respectfully decline the
>> nomination at this time to join the GNSO council. I would be thrilled to
>> see Farzi alongside Julf and Bruna return to the council, continuing to
>> pave the way for our collective growth and learning in leadership.
>>
>> As the African proverb goes, "What an elder sees sitting down, a young
>> man can't see even standing on an iroko tree." The infusion of new talent
>> into leadership within our constituencies is critical for innovation and
>> adaptability. Yet, it's just as crucial that these individuals fully grasp
>> our operational dynamics and the complexities of policy development and
>> stakeholder engagement.
>>
>> The leadership roles require more than administrative acumen; they demand
>> a deep understanding of ICANN complex policies, processes, and diplomatic
>> finesse. Initiatives like the Policy Development Accelerator and the Policy
>> Transition Program are invaluable, equipping both new and old members with
>> the foundational knowledge necessary for effective leadership.I encourage
>> everyone, whether new or seeking further leadership opportunities, to
>> engage with these programs. I urge all of us to embrace this mentorship as
>> we navigate our paths in governance.
>>
>> For now, I'm committed to continuing my work as Policy Chair for NPOC,
>> where I've been nominated for a second term. I deeply appreciate your
>> nominations and kindly ask for your continued support to serve in this
>> capacity.
>>
>> Thank you all once again.
>>
>> Kind regards,
>>
>> Emmanuel Vitus
>>
>> Le mar. 14 mai 2024 à 12:46, Wisdom Donkor <wisdom.dk at gmail.com> a
>> écrit :
>>
>>> Dear all,
>>>
>>> I want to take this opportunity once again to thank you all for
>>> supporting me over the past 4 years on the GNSO Council. It has been very
>>> refreshing.
>>>
>>> My term on the council ends this year, and I would like to take this
>>> opportunity to nominate *Emmanuel Vitus *for the GNSO Council
>>> position.  Currently, Emmanuel is the NPOC Policy Chair.
>>>
>>> I have followed Emmanuel’s growth within ICANN for some time. years now,
>>> and I see him as effective in policy work. His contributions to the lDNs
>>> EPDP for the NCSG and his numerous public comments highlight his dedication
>>> and expertise.  His participation in the ICANN Leadership Program has also
>>> given him a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of ICANN.
>>>
>>> His leadership as Policy Chair for NPOC and active involvement within
>>> the IGF and a number of Internet Governance Schools as faculty member
>>> further showcase his capabilities. Emmanuel’s extensive experience in the
>>> non-profit sector positions him well to balance our membership in the
>>> council, ensuring diverse and effective representation.
>>>
>>> Moreover, Emmanuel’s fluency in French, English, and Portuguese enables
>>> him to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.
>>>
>>> I believe it is crucial to give the younger generation a chance to
>>> represent our interests, and Emmanuel’s proven leadership and expertise
>>> make him an ideal candidate for the GNSO Councillor position.
>>>
>>> I hope Emmanuel accepts this nomination.
>>>
>>> *Wisdom Donkor* (CASP+,  CISM, CEH Certified,)
>>> President & CEO
>>> Africa Open Data and Internet Research Foundation (AODIRF) | Africa
>>> Geospatial Data and Internet Conference (AGDIC)
>>> P.O. Box CT 2439, Cantonments, Accra | www.aodirf.org  / www.
>>> <http://www.afrigeocon.org>agdic.info
>>> Tel: +233 20 812 8851
>>> Skype: wisdom_dk | Facebook: kwasi wisdom |  Twitter: @wisdom_dk
>>>
>>> _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
>>> ICANN GNSO Council Member | ICANN transfer policy review working group
>>> Member  | Council Committee for Overseeing and Implementing Continuous
>>> Improvement (CCOICI) | UN IGF MAG Member | IGF Support Fund Association
>>> Executive Committee Member, World Bank Independent Consultant | AU AFIGF
>>> Member |  Ghana OGP Advisory Committee member | GSS SDGs Advisory Committee
>>> Member
>>>
>>> ____________________________________________________________________________________________
>>> Specialization:
>>> E-government Network Infrastructure and E-application, Internet
>>> Governance,  Open Data policies platforms & Community Development, Cyber
>>> Security, Geospatial Technologies, Open Source Technologies, Domain Name
>>> Systems, Human Resource Planning and Development, Software Engineering,
>>> Event Planning & Management,
>>>
>>
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