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(Please read) Policy Development Accelerator | Term 2
by ICANN At-Large Staff Dec. 1, 2025

Dec. 1, 2025

On behalf of the Policy Development Accelerator team Dear all, Staff have decided to open up Term 2 of the Policy Development Accelerator to outside participants. This is an exception from our normal practice in response to several requests. Term 2 involves participating in four workshops focusing on developing soft skills and leadership skills that are useful for policy development and day-to-day life. Participants with a 75% percent attendance rate will receive a pdf certificate at the end of the course. The previous Term 2 Syllabus and Recordings can be found here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/pIAwDQ The calls will take place at 13:00 UTC. The proposed dates are: * 08 January * 22 January * 05 February * 19 February Read what a past participant had to say about the program: https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/the-icann-policy-development-acceler… Sign up now to learn more about ICANN policy development. Enrollments will be fielded through ICANN Join that requires you to first login to ICANN Account<https://account.icann.org/login>. If you have not used ICANN Join before, please follow the ICANN Join: New User Instructions<https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/policy/2025/draft/icann-join-new…> to enroll yourself to the Policy Development Accelerator. The enrollment window closes 19 December 2025. Please reach out to devan.reed(a)icann.org<mailto:devan.reed@icann.org> if you have any questions. Kind regards, Devan and the Policy Development Accelerator team

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**REGISTER** At-Large briefing sessions: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 26, 2025

Nov. 26, 2025

English, Espanol, Francais Please join us and spread the word! Unase a nosotros y comparta con su comunidad! Rejoignez-nous et partagez parmi votre communauté! Dear All, The At-Large Community participates in ICANN policy-making and governance issues predominantly by engaging community members in a bottom-up process to build consensus on positions addressing individual end-user interests that need to be communicated by the ALAC. This communication could take the form of an ALAC Statement for a public comment proceeding, or ALAC correspondence, or ALAC Advice to the Board. Whatever the form of communication, the process by which such an output is developed is normally a bottom-up one and built around informed consensus. Whether you're keen to commence or deepen your participation in this process, or just interested to observe how the At-Large Community develops such outputs, please come join us at one of the two At-Large briefing sessions: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development, scheduled for: * Tuesday, 02 December 2025 at 19:00 UTC * Agenda page with details (to include zoom registration): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ * Thursday, 04 December 2025 at 14:00 UTC * Agenda page with details (to include zoom registration): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ Thank you. Kind regards, *************** ESPANOL: La Comunidad At-Large participa en la formulación de políticas y la gobernanza de la ICANN principalmente mediante la participación de sus miembros en un proceso ascendente para generar consenso sobre las posturas que abordan los intereses individuales de los usuarios finales y que el ALAC debe comunicar. Esta comunicación puede adoptar la forma de una Declaración del ALAC para un procedimiento de comentarios públicos, correspondencia del ALAC o un Asesoramiento del ALAC a la Junta Directiva. Sea cual sea el formato de comunicación, el proceso mediante el cual se desarrolla dicho resultado suele ser ascendente y se basa en un consenso informado. Si desea comenzar o profundizar su participación en este proceso, o simplemente le interesa observar como la comunidad At-Large desarrolla dichos resultados, le invitamos a asistir a una de la dos sesiones informativas de At-Large: Consenso Informado: Un Enfoque para el Desarrollo de la Posición de At-Large, programadas para: * Martes, 2 de diciembre de 2025 a la 19:00 UTC * Agenda con detalles (incluido el registro por Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ * Jueves, 4 de diciembre de 2025 a las 14:00 UTC * Agenda con detalles (incluido el registro por Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ Gracias. Saludos Cordiales, *************** FRANÇAIS La Communauté des utilisateurs finaux participe a l’élaboration des politiques et a la gouvernance de l’ICANN principalement en impliquant ses membres dans un processus ascendant visant a dégager un consensus sur les positions qui défendant les intérêts individuels des utilisateurs finaux et qui doivent être communiquées par le Comité Consultatif des utilisateurs finaux (ALAC). Cette communication peut prendre forme d’une déclaration de l’ALAC ou d’un avis de l’ALAC au Conseil d’Administration. Quelle que soit la forme de cette communication, le processus d’élaboration est généralement ascendant et repose sur un consensus éclaire. Que vous souhaitez vous impliquer d’avantage dans ce processus ou simplement observer comment la communauté des membres émancipés élaboré des documents, nous vous invitons a participer a l’une des deux séances d’information qui lui sont destinées: Consensus éclaire: une approche pour l’élaboration des positions des membres émancipés, preuves aux dates suivantes: * Mardi 2 décembre 2025 a 19h00 UTC * Page de l’ordre du jour avec tous les détails (y compris l’inscription Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ * Jeudi 4 décembre 2025 a 14h00 UTC * Page de l’ordre du jour avec tous les détails (y compris l’inscription Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ Merci beaucoup! Salutations cordiales, 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, 25 November 2025 at 13:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 25, 2025

Nov. 25, 2025

Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which will be on Tuesday, 25 November 2025 from 13:00 – 14:30 UTC. For other times: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/3rfzbjhn> The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYBbIg Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/93079495787?pwd=cr2hnaEdDuKegxA8kDSvfbYxqnYUww.1 Password: %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 Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: Registration for ICANN85 in Mumbai, India, Is Now Open
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 24, 2025

Nov. 24, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=5d9a691a-4cab-401b-9dd1-4c72910ac7b8…] Monday, 24 November 2025 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=0016lBY0U3…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> 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 Information Sharing · NEW: Registration for ICANN85 in Mumbai, India, Is Now Open · NEW: ICANN Publishes New Step-by-Step Guide for Submitting DNS Abuse Complaints · NEW: RDRS Extended as ICANN Seeks Community Input on Next Steps Webinars · WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series - Europe: Key Insights from the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Two-Year Pilot and Next Steps Next Round · 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 🚨 · CLOSES TODAY: Updated: ICANN Issues Call for UA Day 2026 Proposals · ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations · ICANN Request for Proposal: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Strings for the new gTLD Program: 2026 Round · ICANN Request for Proposal: New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Background Screening Services · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · CLOSES TODAY: Draft LAC Regional Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030 · ICANN Public Meeting Proposed Dates for 2029–2033 · String Similarity Evaluation Data for New gTLD Program: Next Round · Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Policy Alignment Analysis · Timeline for Urgent Requests for Lawful Disclosure of Nonpublic Registration Data · Name Collision IPv6 Research Study · Proposed GNSO Process for ICANN Board to Reverse Adoption of GNSO Policy Recs Events · These events occur in November and December 2025. Information Sharing NEW: Registration for ICANN85 in Mumbai, India, Is Now Open ICANN85 will be held as a hybrid event 7–12 March 2026 at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai, India, and will be hosted by the National Internet Exchange of India. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> NEW: ICANN Publishes New Step-by-Step Guide for Submitting DNS Abuse Complaints The new guide aims to make the process of submitting those complaints clearer, more consistent, and easier to follow. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> NEW: RDRS Extended as ICANN Seeks Community Input on Next Steps We are pleased to share that the RDRS remains operational for interested registrars and requestors, and will continue to be maintained as the community continues its policy work. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Webinars WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series - Europe: Key Insights from the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Two-Year Pilot and Next Steps Wednesday 26 November 2025 (14:00 - 14:30 UTC) Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Next Round ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics ICANN org is developing supplemental, complementary materials to aid prospective generic top-level domain (gTLD) applicants in understanding the Next Round application requirements, and how to navigate the application and evaluation processes. Blog [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> 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=0016lBY0U3…>. 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=0016lBY0U3…>. 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=0016lBY0U3…> 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 CLOSES TODAY: Updated: ICANN Issues Call for UA Day 2026 Proposals The deadline to submit a proposal has been extended from 9 November 2025 to 24 November 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The Community Excellence Award recognizes ICANN community members who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions and contributed substantively to the ICANN multistakeholder model. DEADLINE: 8 January 2026 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> ICANN Request for Proposal: New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Background Screening Services Its purpose is to safeguard registrants and the public interest by ensuring that corporations, organizations, and institutions are in good standing and eligible to operate a gTLD. DEADLINE: 23:59 UTC on 16 January 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> ICANN Request for Proposal: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Strings for the new gTLD Program: 2026 Round The selected provider(s) will also be required to collaborate with ICANN on the development of evaluation guides for the work conducted by the panels, ensuring that the evaluation processes are transparent, consistent, and repeatable across all gTLD applications. DEADLINE: 23:59 UTC on 16 January 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> 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=0016lBY0U3…>. 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=0016lBY0U3…> 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=0016lBY0U3…>source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment CLOSES TODAY: Draft LAC Regional Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 9 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 24 November 2025 ICANN Public Meeting Proposed Dates for 2029–2033 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 13 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 1 December 2025 String Similarity Evaluation Data for New gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 16 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Thursday, 4 December 2025 Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Policy Alignment Analysis [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 30 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025 Timeline for Urgent Requests for Lawful Disclosure of Nonpublic Registration Data [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 15 December 2025 Name Collision IPv6 Research Study [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 20 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 22 December 2025 Proposed GNSO Process for ICANN Board to Reverse Adoption of GNSO Policy Recs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 7 January 2026 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…>. Events These events occur in November and December 2025. 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=0016lBY0U3…>. · Training for Fresh Graduates and Women in ICT-Oman 2025 · Middle East Network Operators Group 2025 (MENOG'25) · ICANN Webinar Series - Europe: Key Insights from the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Two-Year Pilot and Next Steps · Connected Caribbean Summit (Grenada) · Saudi Arabia Technical Engagement Week 2025 Volume 7, Issue 85 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 27 November 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016lBY0U3…>

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*REGISTRATION* APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 23, 2025

Nov. 23, 2025

Dear All, Please join us for the APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework”, scheduled on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. The ICANN Global Public Interest Framework (GPIF)<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/109576887/G…> is a set of guidelines developed to help the ICANN community understand how ICANN Board decisions relate to the global public interest. It was designed to facilitate a bottom-up, multistakeholder approach to identifying the public interest in decisions, but not to change how those decisions are made. The framework underwent a pilot program - completed in October 2023 - and now offers a toolkit - the GPIF Checklist<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uVOXywoowxvM1Hn5GuCkkinuZiMc4smc/ed…> - for community groups to use voluntarily (see: ICANN wiki<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/twKIBg>). Join the APRALO Policy Forum Webinar on 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes, where Barkha Manral will be inviting Avri Doria, a co-chair of ICANN’s Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (RoR CCG), co-chair of the At Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) and former ICANN Board Member, to discuss the GPIF, and where participants can expect to gain an understanding of: * The origins of the Global Public Interest Framework (GPIF): why it was developed, how it works. * How the ICANN Board has used the GPIF in its decision-making. * How the At-Large community can leverage the GPIF in its own policy and advocacy work. * Opportunities to evolve and shape the future application of the GPIF. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/9mrmzryr The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/XIELJ Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/7j1BbrG7TSqMZdI9KNASVw (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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Meeting invitation: ALAC Monthly Call on Tuesday, 25 November 2025 at 13:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 22, 2025

Nov. 22, 2025

Dear all, You are invited to the next ALAC Monthly Call which will be on Tuesday, 25 November 2025 from 13:00 – 14:30 UTC. For other times: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/3rfzbjhn> The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYBbIg Join Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/93079495787?pwd=cr2hnaEdDuKegxA8kDSvfbYxqnYUww.1 Password: %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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Slight Extension - 23 November: Call for Expressions of Interest – ICANN Board Seat 15 (2025–2026 Cycle)
by Heidi Ullrich Nov. 21, 2025

Nov. 21, 2025

Dear All, The BCEC has agreed to a slight extension of the deadline for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to serve as the next ICANN Board Director nominated by the At-Large Community (Seat 15). The deadline to submit a completed EOI has been extended to Sunday, 23 November at 23:59 UTC. How to apply: 1. Review the requirements – At-Large Board Member Candidate Requirements 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Candidate Reference Links & Resources<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> Please pay special attention to the “Additional Bylaws Qualifications” section to confirm your eligibility. 2. Email the BCEC Staff – Send a brief note indicating your interest to bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – Staff will provide you access to the online EoI Form. 3. Complete the EOI Form – Submit by 23:59 UTC on Sunday, 23 November 2025. – List three to four referees who are willing to provide a written reference at short notice. Kind regards, BCEC Support Staff From: Heidi Ullrich <Heidi.Ullrich(a)icann.org> Date: Friday, October 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM To: "alac-announce(a)icann.org" <alac-announce(a)icann.org> Subject: Call for Expressions of Interest – ICANN Board Seat 15 (2025–2026 Cycle) ** La version francaise est en dessous de la version anglaise. ** ** La versión en español está debajo de la versión en francés.** ** Dear At-Large Community Members, On behalf of the Board Candidate Evaluation Committee (BCEC), we invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) from individuals who would like to serve as the ICANN Board Director nominated by the At-Large Community (Seat 15). The successful candidate will begin a three-year term at the close of ICANN87 (2026 Annual General Meeting). Why does this matter? Seat 15 is the only ICANN Board seat chosen directly by the At-Large Community. It has been held since ICANN60 (2017 AGM) by León Sánchez, whose third and final term ends at ICANN87. This is a rare opportunity for an At-Large leader to bring their knowledge and experience to ICANN’s highest level of governance. About the selection process: The BCEC defines candidate requirements, issues the call for applications, and evaluates submissions. The Board Member Selection Process Committee (BMSPC) oversees the timeline and election. Both groups have regionally balanced membership and operate under a strict code of conduct and confidentiality. Regional At-Large Organizations (RALOs) may petition to add candidates to the slate. Unsuccessful applicants may have opted for their candidacy to be considered by the RALOs after the BCEC slate is published. The full process is expected to conclude no later than 22 April 2026, when the selected candidate to be nominated as an ICANN Board Member will be announced. For full information, visit the At-Large Board Member Selection Home – 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. How to apply: 1. Review the requirements – At-Large Board Member Candidate Requirements 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Candidate Reference Links & Resources<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> Please pay special attention to the “Additional Bylaws Qualifications” section to confirm your eligibility. 2. Email the BCEC Staff – Send a brief note indicating your interest to bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – Staff will provide you access to the online EoI Form. 3. Complete the EOI Form – Submit by 23:59 UTC on Friday, 21 November 2025. – List three to four referees who are willing to provide a written reference at short notice. Questions? Please email bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> for clarification. This is your opportunity to contribute your experience, vision, and commitment at ICANN’s highest level of decision-making. We encourage all qualified individuals to step forward. ICANN Policy Staff supporting the At-Large Community ** Sujet : Appel à manifestations d’intérêt pour le siège 15 du Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN (cycle 2025-2026) Chers membres de la communauté At-Large, Au nom du Comité d’évaluation des candidats au Conseil d’administration (BCEC), nous avons le plaisir de lancer un appel à manifestation d’intérêt pour le poste d’administrateur nominé par la communauté At-Large au Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN (siège 15). La personne retenue entamera un mandat de trois ans à l’issue de l’ICANN87 (Réunion générale annuelle de 2026). Pourquoi cela est-il important ? Le siège 15 est le seul siège du Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN qui soit directement pourvu par la communauté At-Large. Occupé depuis l’ICANN60 (Réunion générale annuelle 2017) par León Sánchez, dont le troisième et dernier mandat s’achèvera à l’ICANN87, ce poste représente une occasion unique pour un leader de la communauté At-Large d’apporter ses connaissances et son expérience au plus haut niveau de la gouvernance de l’ICANN. Le processus de sélection : Le BCEC est chargé de définir les critères de candidature, de publier l’appel à candidatures et d’évaluer les dossiers. De son côté, le Comité chargé du processus de sélection d’un membre du Conseil d’administration (BMSPC) supervise le calendrier et le déroulement de l’élection. Les deux groupes, équilibrés sur le plan régional au niveau de leur composition, s’acquittent de leurs tâches suivant un code de conduite et des règles de confidentialité des plus stricts. Les organisations régionales At-Large (RALO) peuvent proposer l’ajout de noms à la liste des candidats. Les candidats non retenus peuvent avoir choisi que leur candidature soit examinée par les RALO après la publication de la liste du BCEC. L’ensemble du processus devrait s’achever au plus tard le 22 avril 2026, date à laquelle sera annoncé le nom du nouvel administrateur. Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur l’espace dédié à la sélection d’un membre du Conseil d’administration en représentation d’At-Large – 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. Comment déposer sa candidature ? 1. Vérifier les critères — Exigences pour les candidats au poste de membre du Conseil d’administration en représentation d’At-Large 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909>. — Liens et ressources de référence à l’usage du candidat<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> (à actualiser) Veuillez porter une attention particulière à la section « Compétences supplémentaires au titre des statuts constitutif ». Elle vous aidera à confirmer votre éligibilité. 1. Échanger avec le BCEC par courrier électronique — Envoyez une courte note à bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> pour faire part de votre intérêt. — L’équipe vous donnera alors accès au formulaire de manifestation d’intérêt (EoI). 1. Soumettre le formulaire EoI — Veuillez remplir le formulaire et le soumettre avant le vendredi 21 novembre 2025 à 23 h 59 UTC. — Indiquez-y trois à quatre personnes de référence qui seraient disposées à fournir une lettre de recommandation dans de brefs délais. Des questions ? N’hésitez pas à écrire à bcec-staff(a)icann.org. C’est pour vous l’occasion de contribuer, par votre expérience, votre vision et votre engagement, à la plus haute instance décisionnelle de l’ICANN. Toutes les personnes qualifiées sont vivement encouragées à se porter candidates. Cordialement, L’équipe de l’ICANN chargée du soutien aux politiques pour la communauté At-Large ** Asunto: Convocatoria a presentar manifestaciones de interés – Puesto 15 de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN (ciclo 2025–2026) Estimado miembro de la comunidad At-Large, En nombre del Comité para la Evaluación de Candidatos a la Junta Directiva (BCEC), invitamos a presentar manifestaciones de interés (EoI) a las personas que deseen desempeñar las funciones de Miembro de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN seleccionado por la comunidad At-Large (Puesto 15). El candidato nominado comenzará un mandato de tres años al finalizar la reunión ICANN87 (Reunión General Anual 2026). ¿Por qué es importante? El puesto 15 es el único de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN elegido directamente por la comunidad At-Large. Lo ocupa desde la reunión ICANN60 (AGM de 2017) León Sánchez, cuyo tercer y último mandato finaliza en ICANN87. Se trata de una oportunidad excepcional para que un líder de At-Large aporte sus conocimientos y experiencia al más alto nivel de gobernanza de la ICANN. Acerca del proceso de selección: El BCEC define los requisitos de los candidatos, publica la convocatoria a presentar solicitudes y evalúa las presentaciones. El Comité para el Proceso de Selección de Miembros de la Junta Directiva (BMSPC) supervisa el calendario y la elección. Ambos grupos tienen una composición regional equilibrada y funcionan conforme a un estricto código de conducta y confidencialidad. Las Organizaciones Regionales At-Large (RALO) pueden solicitar que se agreguen candidatos a la lista. Los candidatos no seleccionados pueden haber optado por que su candidatura sea considerada por los RALO después de que se publique la lista del BCEC. Se prevé que el proceso completo concluya a más tardar el 22 de abril de 2026, fecha en la que se anunciará el Miembro de la Junta Directiva nominado. Para obtener toda la información, los invitamos a consultar el espacio de trabajo para la selección del miembro de la Junta Directiva por parte de la comunidad At-Large (2025-2026)<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. Cómo presentar una solicitud: 1. Consulte los requisitos – Requisitos para Postulantes al Puesto de la Junta Directiva en Representación de At-Large 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Enlaces y recursos de referencia para postulantes<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> (a actualizar) Preste especial atención a la sección "Cualificaciones Adicionales conforme a los Estatutos" para confirmar su elegibilidad. 1. Envíe un correo electrónico al personal del BCEC – Envíe una breve nota manifestando su interés a bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – El personal le proporcionará acceso al formulario de EoI en línea. 1. Complete el formulario de EoI – Preséntelo antes de las 23:59 UTC del viernes 21 de noviembre de 2025. – Indique tres o cuatro personas de referencia que estén dispuestas a facilitar una referencia por escrito en un plazo breve. ¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> si tiene alguna duda o consulta. Esta es su oportunidad de aportar su experiencia, visión y compromiso al más alto nivel de toma de decisiones de la ICANN. Alentamos a todas las personas cualificadas a que den un paso al frente. Saludos cordiales, Personal de políticas de la ICANN en apoyo de la comunidad At-Large At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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*REGISTRATION* APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Dear All, Please join us for the APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework”, scheduled on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. The ICANN Global Public Interest Framework (GPIF)<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/109576887/G…> is a set of guidelines developed to help the ICANN community understand how ICANN Board decisions relate to the global public interest. It was designed to facilitate a bottom-up, multistakeholder approach to identifying the public interest in decisions, but not to change how those decisions are made. The framework underwent a pilot program - completed in October 2023 - and now offers a toolkit - the GPIF Checklist<https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1uVOXywoowxvM1Hn5GuCkkinuZiMc4smc/ed…> - for community groups to use voluntarily (see: ICANN wiki<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/twKIBg>). Join the APRALO Policy Forum Webinar on 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes, where Barkha Manral will be inviting Avri Doria, a co-chair of ICANN’s Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (RoR CCG), co-chair of the At Large Consolidated Policy Working Group (CPWG) and former ICANN Board Member, to discuss the GPIF, and where participants can expect to gain an understanding of: * The origins of the Global Public Interest Framework (GPIF): why it was developed, how it works. * How the ICANN Board has used the GPIF in its decision-making. * How the At-Large community can leverage the GPIF in its own policy and advocacy work. * Opportunities to evolve and shape the future application of the GPIF. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/9mrmzryr The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/XIELJ Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/7j1BbrG7TSqMZdI9KNASVw (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg Thank you. Kind Regards, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community Website: atlarge.icann.org<https://atlarge.icann.org/>

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**REGISTRATION ** EURALO ICANN84 ReadOut: Tuesday 18 November from 19h30-21h00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 17, 2025

Nov. 17, 2025

[cid:image001.jpg@01DC5814.9DCADC20] Dear All, On behalf of Frédéric Taes, EURALO Chair and Natalia Filina, EURALO Secretary, please join us for the Multilingual ICANN84 Read-out by EURALO<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg>, scheduled on Tuesday, 18 November from 19:30-21:00 UTC. The agenda is available here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Thank you and very much looking forward to welcoming all to this read-out! With 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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Tuesday 18 November - *REGISTRATION* WEBINAR - Advancing the ICANN Reviews Conversation: Join the Cross Community Group Webinars
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 17, 2025

Nov. 17, 2025

IMPORTANT WEBINARS https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/advancing-the-icann-reviews-… The Review of Reviews Cross Community Group [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…> (CCG) invites the community to continue the conversations about ICANN Reviews during webinars on Tuesday, 18 November 2025. To accommodate participants in multiple time zones, the CCG will host two 90-minute sessions. Data-gathering is important to the CCG's fact-finding phase. Participants are invited to share their views on the successes and challenges of past reviews (e.g., topics, structure, time frames, and recommendations). Input on how to shape a refreshed review system will also be welcome. All community members – including those new to ICANN Reviews – are encouraged to attend by registering for one, or both, of the sessions: * Tuesday, 18 November, at 06:00 UTC [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/bC9whfQ9R…> * Tuesday, 18 November, at 18:00 UTC [icann.zoom.us]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/RM3JPStlQ…> In the meantime, please consider: * Becoming a Reviews CCG observer [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…>. * Following the Reviews CCG's work on its community workspace [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…>. * Providing input [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…> on the Reviews CCG's work or pre-submitting questions [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…> for the sessions. Background In May 2025, the ICANN Board approved a set of resolutions<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/approved-r…> calling for a community dialogue to design a review program that is fit for the intended purposes of enhancing ICANN's accountability, transparency, and effectiveness. These decisions followed discussions in which the Board and community identified the need to take a fresh approach to reviews. On 5 September 2025, the Board approved<https://www.icann.org/en/board-activities-and-meetings/materials/secretarys…> a charter submitted by the Supporting Organizations (SOs) and Advisory Committees (ACs). The Review of Reviews CCG, which began its work in September 2025, is a collaborative effort that brings together ICANN SOs, ACs, ICANN Board members, and the ICANN organization to manage a fundamental evaluation of the reviews set out in the ICANN Bylaws, as a whole system, including their implementation, and propose a refreshed system of reviews. More information about the Review of Reviews and the CCG can be found on its community workspace [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/space…>.

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