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Please READ - Welcome to ICANN85 in Mumbai, India - Sunday 08 March 2026
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 7, 2026

March 7, 2026

Dear All, [1f1ee-1f1f3] Welcome – Bienvenue – Bienvenido – Namaskar to the ICANN85 Community Forum in Mumbai, India! I hope day 1 has been successful! Getting ready for day 2 tomorrow. Useful information: * MAIN ICANN85 Website with FAQ: https://meetings.icann.org/en/meetings/icann85/ * Main At-Large room = Jasmine Hall 1C, 3rd Floor * BADGES: Registration on 3rd floor * Wifi access on your badges * Food vending on the 3rd floor * Coffee breaks on 3rd floor, just outside At-Large room! Please visit the ICANN85 Homepage: https://icann85.sched.com/for [icann85.sched.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann85.sched.com/for__;!!PtGJab4!6vHMZb…> full details on: * Full schedule * Registration to receive the daily newsletters * ICANN Expected Standards of behaviour Hotel shuttles [icann85.sched.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann85.sched.com/info__;!!PtGJab4!6vHMZ…> & Venue Map [icann85.sched.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann85.sched.com/venue-map__;!!PtGJab4!…> Please find hereafter information, including the At-Large sessions, for Sunday 08 March 2026. You will be receiving a daily schedule update email throughout the week. All Session in At-Large Room: 09:00-10:00 IST (03:30-04:30 UTC): ALAC Open House 10:30-12:00 IST (05:00-06:30 UTC): OFB WG 13:15-14:30 IST (07:45-09:00 UTC): Joint Session: ALAC & SSAC 15:00-16:00 IST (09:30-10:30 UTC): Joint Session: ALAC & ASO AC 16:30-17:30 UTC (11:00-12:00 UTC): At-Large Session on the Review of Reviews Please consult the slide deck, [docs.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Rvg_AiG6…>both to prepare for the session, and as a reference during the session. There have been and will be many tutorials on the ROR CCG design ideas during ICANN 85. This is not one of those tutorial sessions, but rather an attempt to collect as many points of view as possible. All this in just an hour. We will be happy to talk to anyone to help them understand what is going on, before and after this session. Thanks, Avri Doria & Jonathan Zuck ICANN85 General Meeting Schedule: https://icann85.sched.com/list/simple [icann85.sched.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann85.sched.com/list/simple__;!!PtGJab…> At-Large ICANN85 [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…> meeting page - please note these pages will always be updated with the latest information for At-Large sessions - please bookmark this! ZOOM: PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE UPDATED YOUR ZOOM APP TO THE LATEST VERSION TO ACCESS ICANN84 SESSIONS. Please download the latest Zoom app [zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/zoom.us/download__;!!PtGJab4!6vHMZbE_2sP…> on your participation device (mobile and/or desktop computer). IMPORTANT REMINDER: Zoom Meeting Link: Participation links will only be published 24 hours before the session starts. Please check the ICANN85 schedule for the links! IMPORTANT (details behind your badge!) * ICANN Health and Safety Centre (24/7 assistance) Main Line: +1 424 488 6710 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) – WhatsApp (voice call or messages): +1 310 741 7732 Email: health-safety(a)icann.org<mailto:health-safety@icann.org> Please contact At-Large Staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> if you have any further questions! Wishing you a successful ICANN85, may it be in person or remotely. Thank you. Kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Teams ID: gisella.gw www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Please READ - Welcome to ICANN85 in Mumbai, India - Saturday 07 March 2026
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 6, 2026

March 6, 2026

Dear All, [1f1ee-1f1f3] Welcome – Bienvenue – Bienvenido – Namaskar to the ICANN85 Community Forum in Mumbai, India! A warm welcome to Mumbai, the vibrant, populous, and bustling capital of Maharashtra, formerly known as Bombay. As a major cultural and economic hub on India's west coast, it is known for its rich history, iconic landmarks like the Gateway of India, and diverse street food. I hope all those attending in person had an uneventful journey, despite some flight challenges. Useful information: * MAIN ICANN85 Website with FAQ: https://meetings.icann.org/en/meetings/icann85/ * Main At-Large room = Jasmine Hall 1C, 3rd Floor * BADGES: Registration on 3rd floor * Wifi access on your badges * Food vending on the 3rd floor * Coffee breaks on 3rd floor, just outside At-Large room! Please visit the ICANN85 Homepage: https://icann85.sched.com/for full details on: * Full schedule * Registration to receive the daily newsletters * ICANN Expected Standards of behaviour Hotel shuttles<https://icann85.sched.com/info> & Venue Map<https://icann85.sched.com/venue-map> Please find hereafter information, including the At-Large sessions, for Saturday 07 March 2026. You will be receiving a daily schedule update email throughout the week. All Session in At-Large Room: 09:00-10:00 IST (03:30-04:30 UTC): At-Large Leadership Welcome to ICANN85 10:30-12:00 IST (05:00-06:30 UTC): CPWG WG 13:15-14:30 IST (07:45-09:00 UTC): At-Large: The Art of Productive Meetings 17:00-17:30 IST (11:30-12:00 UTC) At-Large Session with Fellows and NextGen 17:30-18:30 IST ( UTC) Fellows Social Networking Reception / Jasmine Hall 1 Please do come to the Fellows Social for important Networking! ICANN85 General Meeting Schedule: https://icann85.sched.com/list/simple At-Large ICANN85<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/574619678/I…> meeting page - please note these pages will always be updated with the latest information for At-Large sessions - please bookmark this! ZOOM: PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE UPDATED YOUR ZOOM APP TO THE LATEST VERSION TO ACCESS ICANN84 SESSIONS. Please download the latest Zoom app<https://zoom.us/download> on your participation device (mobile and/or desktop computer). IMPORTANT REMINDER: Zoom Meeting Link: Participation links will only be published 24 hours before the session starts. Please check the ICANN85 schedule for the links! IMPORTANT (details behind your badge!) * ICANN Health and Safety Centre (24/7 assistance) Main Line: +1 424 488 6710 (INTERNATIONAL DIALING) – WhatsApp (voice call or messages): +1 310 741 7732 Email: health-safety(a)icann.org<mailto:health-safety@icann.org> Please contact At-Large Staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> if you have any further questions! Wishing you a successful ICANN85, may it be in person or remotely. Thank you. Kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Teams ID: gisella.gw www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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ICANN Community Digest - Welcome to ICANN85 in Mumbai
by ICANN At-Large Staff March 2, 2026

March 2, 2026

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=1a5185af-16cd-4924-907c-0b3c87bf051d…] Monday, 02 March 2026 ICANN Community Digest [https://files.constantcontact.com/304b3fd3501/31f30ab5-1445-45c3-aef7-c0ea4…] Click here to learn more about the New gTLD Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> 2026 Round Applicant Guidebook [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> 2026 Round Vendor Sourcing Timeline [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> The ICANN organization Policy Development Support function publishes this twice-weekly digest to help ICANN community groups track requests and follow updates. Do you have any ideas for improving the ICANN Community Digest? Write to us at policyinfo(a)icann.org!<mailto:policyinfo@icann.org> Table of Contents ICANN85 · Register now · Prep Week Schedule · ICANN85 Schedule Now Available · PRSP Pre-ICANN85 Briefing · A Preview of the ICANN85 Community Forum · ICANN85 Policy Outlook Report · NEW: ICANN85 Travel Alert · NEW: Welcome to ICANN85 in Mumbai Information Sharing · 2026 Round · NEW: More Entities Qualify for ICANN’s Applicant Support Program · ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · Call for ASP Mentors 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN Request for Proposal: Geographic Names and Reserved Names Panels · ICANN Request for Proposal: Name Collison Temporary Delegation · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · Name Collision Procedure Documentation · Fundamental Bylaws Amendments on IANA-Related Reviews and CSC Charter Update · Standard Bylaws Amendment – Transition Article on Specific Reviews · Proposed Root KSK Algorithm Rollover · Draft Guidelines for Advancing UA Adoption Events · These events occur in March 2026. ICANN85 Register now [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Prep Week Schedule [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> PRSP Briefing [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> ICANN85 Schedule [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> ICANN85 Policy Outlook Report [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> NEW: ICANN85 Travel Alert The ICANN85 meeting in Mumbai will proceed as planned. However, we understand that there are Board, community members, and staff who may feel uncomfortable traveling under the current circumstances. As with all ICANN Public Meetings, remote participation is available, and we encourage anyone who is uncomfortable traveling to take advantage of that option. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> NEW: Welcome to ICANN85 in Mumbai As ICANN85 approaches, we would like to highlight a few GNSO initiatives that will be on the agenda for the meeting, as well as recent and ongoing work that may interest you. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Information Sharing 2026 Round NEW: More Entities Qualify for ICANN’s Applicant Support Program As of 27 February, there are five fully qualified supported applicants and seven that are conditionally qualified, bringing the total to 12 – with 62 applicants still in review. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages ICANN is working with the community to identify potential Applicant Support Program (ASP) applicants – especially in regions that are currently under-represented in ICANN. If you are interested in helping to raise awareness among your own contacts or communities, please use the materials in the Next Round Champions Toolkit [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. To stay up to date on the New gTLD Program: Next Round and ASP, join the mailing list: nextroundinfo(a)icann.org. ASP leads, targets, and ideas can be sent to engagement.newgTLDprogram(a)icann.org<mailto:engagement.newgTLDprogram@icann.org>. Call for ASP Mentors ICANN is seeking volunteer mentors who would like to offer their expertise to supported applicants as part of the ASP in the new gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. ICANN is looking for mentors who can share insights and experience across ICANN Languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, or Spanish) to support diverse gTLD applicants. Mentors may play a role in: advising applicants on navigating the gTLD application process and DNS industry; identifying resources; providing guidance; sharing experiences as appropriate; and helping supported applicants navigate the ICANN community and Public Meetings. If you or someone in your network might be interested, please refer to the mentor registration announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> for more information. Questions about the ASP or becoming a supported applicant Mentor can be sent to globalsupport(a)icann.org<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org>. Action Items ICANN Request for Proposal: Geographic Names and Reserved Names Panels Interested providers are invited to submit proposals that ICANN will then evaluate for capability and expertise. Because the work related to both panels is similar, ICANN intends to consolidate the work with a single provider. Deadline: 13 March 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> ICANN Request for Proposal: Name Collison Temporary Delegation ICANN issued a request for proposal (RFP) to identify a service provider to operate the Name Collision Temporary Delegation process for the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: 2026 Round. Deadline: 6 April 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> GNSO’s DNS Abuse Mitigation PDP-1 Observer Enrollment While the PDP membership is structured as a representative model, all of the ICANN community are also free to enroll as an Observer to follow the deliberations of the PDP. To enroll as an Observer, enrollments will be fielded through ICANN Join. If you have not used ICANN Join before, please follow the first-time user instructions below. Accessing ICANN Join does require having an ICANN Account. ICANN Join Instructions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers ICANNWiki is seeking volunteers to assist with creating and editing articles and content for the site. Do you want to help? Getting started is as simple as requesting an account [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. Then, make sure to read the short content guide [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment Name Collision Procedure Documentation [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Open for Submissions Date: Thursday, 29 January 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 16 March 2026 Fundamental Bylaws Amendments on IANA-Related Reviews and CSC Charter Update [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Open for Submissions Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 30 March 2026 Standard Bylaws Amendment – Transition Article on Specific Reviews [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Open for Submissions Date: Wednesday, 11 February 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 30 March 2026 Proposed Root KSK Algorithm Rollover [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Open for Submissions Date: Tuesday, 3 February 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 6 April 2026 Draft Guidelines for Advancing UA Adoption [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> Open for Submissions Date: Monday, 23 February 2026 Closed for Submissions Date: Monday, 13 April 2026 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. Events These events occur in March 2026. To learn more, please visit our community engagement calendar [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>. · Stanford University Do Good Now Career Fair · (IN)NUG · ICANN85 Mumbai Community Forum · Small Island Developing states (SIDS) Working Session · IETF 125 · IX REGULAR MEETING OF THE ASSEMBLY OF CITEL Volume 8, Issue 16 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 05 March 2026 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-KRpoGz…>

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FOLLOW UP - Call for EOIs for ALAC Liaison to the GNSO - IMPORTANT Additional Information
by Heidi Ullrich Feb. 27, 2026

Feb. 27, 2026

Dear all, Following the earlier message, the ALAC Leadership Team would like to advise interested candidates who intend to submit an Expressions of Interest (EoI) to be the next ALAC Liaison to the Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO), to address in their EoI - * How long have they been with the At-Large community; * In which areas of the At-Large have they been active and how so; * As a minimum, availability and time commitment to carry out the tasks identified in the ALAC Rules of Procedure Adjunct Document Number 1<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/99699087/Ru…> on the Position Descriptions for ALAC Members, Liaisons, and Appointees, i.e. * g) ALAC Liaisons are expected to attend and participate in ALAC meetings, provide updates on their activities as liaisons, attend the meetings of the body they are a liaison to (the “receiving body”), participate effectively as an advocate for At-Large in the receiving body, and where necessary propose responses from the ALAC to the receiving body on policy or other questions; * h) Liaisons [..] should regularly report on activities of the group to the ALAC and the Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG). At a minimum, such reports should highlight issues and activities that the ALAC/At-Large need to focus on. * i) ALAC [..] Liaisons are encouraged to represent ALAC, At-Large and their positions in non-ICANN environments; and * Having strong communications skills in English (as GNSO fora does not offer language interpretation); In addition, interested candidates should explain, with examples where possible, how they already or can meet some or all of the desirable criteria as follows: * Knowledge of GNSO Council and its existing operating procedures and practices; * Prior involvement in any GNSO policy development processes; * Ability to multitask, track and participate in multiple, often-parallel discussions on GNSO Council matters; * Ability to discern GNSO Council issues and activities which impact the ALAC, ALAC priorities, and/or individual end-user interests; * Commitment to inform and consult with the ALAC Leadership to seek appropriate directions on GNSO Council issues and activities that the ALAC/At-Large need to focus on; and * Willingness, on a timely basis, to present and discuss GNSO Council issues and activities at ALAC Monthly calls and/or CPWG calls as dictated by the urgency to obtain responses and/or guidance for further action vis a vis GNSO. For a perspective on likely demands of the role of GNSO Liaison, interested candidates are encouraged to review the following Capacity Development resource, in particular the Zoom recordings: At-Large Fireside Chat with ALAC Liaison to the GNSO Chat #1-16 Dec 2025 <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/GADFJw>Chat #2-18 Dec 2025 <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/QYDNJw>Interested candidates should be aware of the metrics applicable to the successful candidate, as set out in the ALAC Rules of Procedure Adjunct Document – Metrics and Remedial Actions for Appointees<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DMaU1yq7JZ71MqkgP37W86LSaO7iEa7zhVmSQZ0…>. Kind regards, Heidi From: Heidi Ullrich <Heidi.Ullrich(a)icann.org> Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 2:36 PM To: ALAC-Announce <alac-announce(a)atlarge-lists.icann.org> Cc: Jonathan Zuck <JZuck(a)innovatorsnetwork.org>, ICANN Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org> Subject: Call for EOIs for ALAC Liaison to the GNSO Dear All, This is a call for Expressions of Interest (EoI) for the next ALAC Liaison to the Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) While the one-year term of the ALAC Liaison to the GNSO will officially start on 22 October, the last day of the 2026 Annual General Meeting, the selected candidate will be expected to immediately begin shadowing Justine Chew, who currently holds the position. As noted in the ALAC Rules of Procedure Adjunct Document Number 1<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/99699087/Ru…> on the Position Descriptions for ALAC Members, Liaisons, and Appointees: * g) ALAC Liaisons are expected to attend and participate in ALAC meetings, provide updates on their activities as liaisons, attend the meetings of the body they are a liaison to (the “receiving body”), participate effectively as an advocate for At-Large in the receiving body, and where necessary propose responses from the ALAC to the receiving body on policy or other questions. * h) Liaisons and those leading working groups should regularly report on activities of the group to the ALAC and the Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG). At a minimum, such reports should highlight issues and activities that the ALAC/At-Large need to focus on. * i) ALAC Members and Liaisons are encouraged to represent ALAC, At-Large and their positions in non-ICANN environments. Interested candidates are requested to send their EoI to At-Large Staff by Friday, 13 March at 23:59 UTC. The ALAC Leadership Team will review the EoIs received followed by ALAC ratification. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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Call for EOIs for ALAC Liaison to the GNSO
by Heidi Ullrich Feb. 25, 2026

Feb. 25, 2026

Dear All, This is a call for Expressions of Interest (EoI) for the next ALAC Liaison to the Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) While the one-year term of the ALAC Liaison to the GNSO will officially start on 22 October, the last day of the 2026 Annual General Meeting, the selected candidate will be expected to immediately begin shadowing Justine Chew, who currently holds the position. As noted in the ALAC Rules of Procedure Adjunct Document Number 1<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/99699087/Ru…> on the Position Descriptions for ALAC Members, Liaisons, and Appointees: * g) ALAC Liaisons are expected to attend and participate in ALAC meetings, provide updates on their activities as liaisons, attend the meetings of the body they are a liaison to (the “receiving body”), participate effectively as an advocate for At-Large in the receiving body, and where necessary propose responses from the ALAC to the receiving body on policy or other questions. * h) Liaisons and those leading working groups should regularly report on activities of the group to the ALAC and the Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG). At a minimum, such reports should highlight issues and activities that the ALAC/At-Large need to focus on. * i) ALAC Members and Liaisons are encouraged to represent ALAC, At-Large and their positions in non-ICANN environments. Interested candidates are requested to send their EoI to At-Large Staff by Friday, 13 March at 23:59 UTC. The ALAC Leadership Team will review the EoIs received followed by ALAC ratification. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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Announcement of the Results of the At-Large Seat 15 Director Selection
by Heidi Ullrich Feb. 20, 2026

Feb. 20, 2026

Dear All, On behalf of Alan Greenberg, Chair of the Board Member Selection Process Committee (BMSPC), we are announcing the final election result of ICANN Board Director (Seat #15) selected by the At-Large Community. The nomination will be sent to the Empowered Community for the formal appointment of the Director as per the ICANN Bylaws. The At-Large Community's ICANN Board Director selection process was a six-month effort and officially ended on 19 February 2026. Justine Chew has been selected by At-Large as the successor of León Felipe Sánchez Ambía and will begin her three-year term as an ICANN Board Director at the end of ICANN87 (22 October 2026). The selection process began in September 2025 and started with the formation of two At-Large committees tasked with managing the timeline, calling for and evaluating the candidates, and organizing the final election. Four Expressions of Interest for the position were received, of which all were deemed eligible. The candidates were Sébastien Bachollet, Justine Chew, Maureen Hilyard, and Rafael (Lito) Ibarra. Before the election took place, the At-Large Community was given several opportunities to ask questions to the finalists, both verbally and in writing, to make an informed choice. The final selection was made by the fifteen (15) members of the At-Large Advisory Committee and the five (5) Regional At-Large Large Organization Chairs with the involvement of the At-Large Community. Click here<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/873005063/Fina…> to review the result, as well as detailed information about the election process. See additional information about Justine Chew on the At-Large Board Member Selection Home – 2025-2026 workspace<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793/At-L…>. Kind regards, Heidi Ullrich, Silvia Vivanco, and Michelle DeSmyter At-Large Board Member Selection Program Staff Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/> Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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**REGISTER**
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 19, 2026

Feb. 19, 2026

Dear All, You are invited to participate in this At-Large Webinar: At-Large Meets OCTO-SSR on Thursday, 26 February 2026 at 16:00 UTC for 60 mins, where Siôn Lloyd will provide an introduction to the role of the Security, Stability, and Resiliency (SSR) team under the ICANN Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO-SSR), and its remit in DNS Abuse mitigation. This webinar by OCTO-SSR serves several purposes – * Recap of the 12 June 2025 ALAC-OCTO Session at ICANN83, Prague<https://icann83.sched.com/event/246Xs> on an introduction to OCTO-SSR and its work [watch the Zoom Recording<https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/49LDgNUrGqVAEt45wODIMN6z4rySJo-WeS_pUsrOSFW…>]; * Preface to the 11 March 2026 ALAC-OCTO Session at ICANN85, Mumbai<https://icann85.sched.com/event/2Gwml/joint-session-alac-and-octo> to further understand the work of OCTO-SSR including some new initiatives [see session details<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BIDeIg>]; and * Forms part of the DNS Abuse Mitigation Capacity Development Track in the FY2026 At-Large Capacity Development Initiatives<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Hnv5EnPAOu99Narg13yTc1kOjozDArg_m6g_KQy…> DNS Abuse mitigation remains as a key focus area for the ALAC and At-Large community. It is clear that mitigation efforts take many forms and are often driven by various parties either working collaboratively or complementarily to bring about impact to protect end users against harm perpetrated by malicious domain name registrations. While monitoring effectiveness of DNS Abuse curative measures, the At-Large is increasingly focused on advocating for DNS Abuse preventive measures. To support these goals, the At-Large seeks periodic and continuous understanding of the OCTO-SSR’s work in the area of DNS Abuse mitigation. Join us to learn more or to stay informed! Interpretation in English, French and Spanish. Agenda: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AgD-Mw Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/tI7t1ttcTnqqr0-rOAzrRQ#/registration Thank you. Kind regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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REMINDER / Meeting Invitation: ALAC Monthly Call on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 at 13:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 17, 2026

Feb. 17, 2026

Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which will be on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 at 13:00 UTC for 90 mins. For other times: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/3rfzbjhn> The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCUM Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/91071965986?pwd=K4mnc8Cu7XYRlIIeJZ3juHIg9oH58g.1Pas…: %ALAC123!! Real time transcription (RTT) link: (subject to availability) : https://www.streamtext.net/player?event=ICANN If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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Meeting invitation: Meet the At-Large Seat 15 Board Candidates Call on Thursday, 12 February 2026 at 18:30 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Feb. 12, 2026

Feb. 12, 2026

Dear All, Please join us for a call to Meet the At-Large Seat 15 Board Candidates which is scheduled for Thursday, 12 February 2026 at 18:30 UTC for 90 minutes. For other times: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/yh48n4nc> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/D4B6M Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/93392733247?pwd=UyL26M4pN7TcT6rQOauFwlaz3TyYN8.1 / Passcode: Z+#@!hcP5Q Spanish & French interpretation will be provided Join instructions for phone only: See here<https://icann.zoom.us/meetings/96552363627/invitations?signature=pHsYEIbpem…> Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org/>

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Announcement of Vanda Scartezini as the ALAC-Selected ICANN87-ICANN89 Fellowship Mentor
by Heidi Ullrich Feb. 9, 2026

Feb. 9, 2026

Dear All, On behalf of Jonathan Zuck, Chair of the ALAC, this is to announce that the ALAC has endorsed Vanda Scartezini to serve as the ALAC-selected ICANN87-ICANN89 Fellowship Mentor. The Members of the ALAC Appointee Selection Committee (AASC) completed a thorough review of the Expressions of Interest (EOIs) of eight (8) candidates who applied to serve as the ALAC-selected ICANN87-ICANN89 Fellowship Mentor. The AASC was tasked with selecting one (1) Fellowship Mentor for ALAC endorsement. Having carefully considered each candidate's EOI, the AASC selected and recommended to the ALAC that Vanda serve in this position for the one-year term during the ICANN87-89 meetings. The ALAC completed a consensus call on 3 February 2026 endorsing Vanda. Congratulations to Vanda and many thanks to the members of the At-Large community who submitted applications. Kind regards, Heidi Heidi Ullrich, PhD VP, Policy Development & At-Large Relations Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +1 310 437 3956 Fax: +1 310 823 8649 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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