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Petition for ALAC Advice on String Change/Replacement Mechanism for ASP Applicants
by Justine Chew Sept. 9, 2025

Sept. 9, 2025

I am petitioning the ALAC to urgently produce advice to the ICANN Board to support the intent of Edmon Chung's proposal to help ASP applicants have an appropriate way out of a contention set should they get caught in one, and not be pushed towards an ICANN Auction which they will more than likely not win given the cap to the Bid Credit. We have pushed as hard as we can in the SubPro IRT but apart from pushback from ICANN org IRT support staff (too late, additional costs, complications to alter system development), several IRT members are constrained to support it as the IRT isn't supposed to make "policy" changes. Other members of the IRT are opposed to any changes whatsoever. So the only way through is to appeal to the Board. It would be better if we can secure (another) collaboration with the GAC, but we should move in parallel and just submit ALAC Advice if we cannot get GAC on board quickly. If there is support for this, I would ask that Edmon Chung be involved in helping to set out a suitable description of changes that could be accommodated without too much difficulty to ICANN org. Kind regards, Justine

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Re: REMINDER- ALAC DRAFT statement on the Functional Model for Root Server System Governance- Open for comments until September 10
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 9, 2025

Sept. 9, 2025

***REMINDER*** Dear OFB and ALAC members, According to the timeline the Draft ALAC statement on the “Functional Model for Root Server System Governance” is open for comments until SEPT 10. You can include your comments directly into the google doc using the comments’ function: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lffiKyEFdT8eSqTI2kCBOCZZxN3tWhVmXjbVwly… ALAC statement Timeline: Community: Comment on Draft Statement – 5 Sept – Sept 10, 2025 Penholder(s): Final Draft Statement presentation –Sept 11, 2025 ALAC: Vote on Final Statement – Sept 17– 19 2025 Staff: Submission of ALAC Statement – Closed for Submissions Sept 22nd, 2025, | 23:59 Thank you very much! Silvia Silvia Vivanco Senior Manager, At-Large Regional Affairs Website: atlarge.icann.org<http://atlarge.icann.org/> [signature_624208484]

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ALAC DRAFT statement on the Functional Model for Root Server System Governance- Open for comments until September 10
by Silvia Vivanco Sept. 8, 2025

Sept. 8, 2025

Dear OFB and ALAC members, According to the timeline the Draft ALAC statement on the “Functional Model for Root Server System Governance” is open for comments. You can include your comments directly into the google doc using the comments’ function: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lffiKyEFdT8eSqTI2kCBOCZZxN3tWhVmXjbVwly… ALAC statement Timeline: Community: Comment on Draft Statement – 5 Sept – Sept 10, 2025 Penholder(s): Final Draft Statement presentation –Sept 11, 2025 ALAC: Vote on Final Statement – Sept 17– 19 2025 Staff: Submission of ALAC Statement – Closed for Submissions Sept 22nd, 2025, | 23:59 Thank you very much! Silvia Silvia Vivanco Senior Manager, At-Large Regional Affairs Website: atlarge.icann.org<http://atlarge.icann.org/> [signature_624208484]

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Follow Up from Recent GAC-ALAC Discussion on the ASP
by Heidi Ullrich Sept. 3, 2025

Sept. 3, 2025

Dear All, Please see below a message from Kristy Buckley, Outreach and Digital Inclusion Director, on behalf of the ASP Team. ** Greetings, On behalf of the Applicant Support Program (ASP) team, I would like to thank you for joining the recent GAC-ALAC discussion on the ASP. We greatly appreciated your participation and thoughtful contributions. The ICANN community is an invaluable ally in raising awareness of the program. For those who might have missed the meeting, the presentation slides and meeting recording are available on the GAC website<https://gac.icann.org/sessions/gac-and-icann-org-discussion-on-asp-matters-…>. As part of our regular reporting, ICANN org provides monthly updates to the SubPro Implementation Review Team (IRT) on the program’s status and outreach and engagement efforts. As you may be aware, the IRT is the community body which the staff team works to ensure that the implementation conforms to the intent of the policy recommendations that were adopted by the IANN Board. The next IRT update is scheduled for 18 September 2025 from 12:00-14:00 UTC (see upcoming IRT meetings<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/SPIR/pages/112197937/Meet…>). These updates are open to the entire ICANN community, and we encourage GAC and ALAC members to join when possible. In the meantime, if you have questions about the ASP, outreach activities, or opportunities for collaboration, please reach out to the Regional Vice President in your region.<https://www.icann.org/en/beginners/connect-with-your-regional-team> To request a speaker for an upcoming ASP or Next Round event in your country, territory, or region, please complete the Speaker Request Form<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3-vNxLmUBx0Uo8qgM7eYME_ktTHJbmeZ…>. All upcoming engagement events are listed in ICANN’s Engagement Calendar.<https://www.icann.org/en/engagement-calendar> Thank you again for your continued commitment to the program and for helping raise awareness within your networks. Kind regards, Kristy Buckley, on behalf of the ASP Team Outreach & Digital Inclusion Director ** Many thanks, 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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APRALO Bytes - WSIS+20, 2 Sep 2025
by Justine Chew Sept. 3, 2025

Sept. 3, 2025

Hello everyone, Here is this week's *APRALO Byte*, which is on the topic of *WSIS+20*, published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). In brief, we draw attention to the *recently released WSIS+20 Zero Draft*, for which written comments are being invited up to 26 Sep. More details are in the Byte. Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team ---------------------- *APRALO Bytes* (see: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYCbG) is an APRALO initiative aimed at *keeping the community apprised* of issues or topics of importance to the At-Large and/or APRALO community in a manner that is* issue/topic-focused, informative yet lightweight*, *while encouraging community interest and discourse* in such issues/topics.

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Invitation to APAC Webinar on ICANN’s Applicant Support Program (ASP), 3 Sep 2025 at 05:00 UTC
by Justine Chew Sept. 3, 2025

Sept. 3, 2025

Dear colleagues, For the first time in over a decade, businesses, communities, regional and local governments, non-profits, and other organizations will have the opportunity to apply for a new generic top-level domain (gTLD). A TLD is the part of a web address that comes after the last dot. For example, in www.icann.org, “.org” is the TLD. TLDs are unique digital assets that can be used to serve diverse cultural, geographic, linguistic, and professional communities, and provide a unique and secure space for customers and constituents online. Today there are more than 1,200 new gTLDs representing brands and businesses like .microsoft and .toyota, cities and regions like .amsterdam, and communities like .kids. Plus, there are gTLDs available in different scripts representing many languages. The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is the organization that coordinates the Internet’s Domain Name System. ICANN <http://www.icann.org/>, in partnership with the Asian, Australasian and Pacific Islands Regional At-Large Organization (APRALO) <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AoDdBg>, will host a webinar mainly for prospective and current applicants from the Asia Pacific to learn more about the resources available to help with the ASP and gTLD application processes. The webinar will cover: - How a gTLD can be used to create a meaningful and trusted digital space. - The availability of financial and non-financial assistance through the Applicant Support Program including information on how to apply and qualify for support. - Introductions to volunteer professional service providers and mentors, willing to provide general business support, application assistance, or technical assistance. - Key dates and milestones ahead. *Join us on 3 September 2025 at 05:00 UTC. Pre-registration <https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zs1c7B-9RXWFsUkP4mmh6w> is required.* Please feel free to share this invitation with interested persons, especially from the APAC region. Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team

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APRALO Bytes - Applicant Support, 26 Aug 2025
by Justine Chew Aug. 28, 2025

Aug. 28, 2025

Hello again everyone, Here is this week's *APRALO Byte*, which is on the topic of *Applicant Support*, published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). We would also like to take the opportunity to invite you to join the Applicant Support Program Webinar for the APAC Region <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/GABmGg> to be held on 3 September 2025 at 05:00 UTC, hosted by ICANN in partnership with APRALO. Pre-registration <https://icann.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zs1c7B-9RXWFsUkP4mmh6w> is required. Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team *------------**----------* *APRALO Bytes* (see: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYCbG) is an APRALO initiative aimed at *keeping the community apprised* of issues or topics of importance to the At-Large and/or APRALO community in a manner that is* issue/topic-focused, informative yet lightweight*, *while encouraging community interest and discourse* in such issues/topics. .

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APRALO Bytes - Review of ICANN Reviews, 13 Aug 2025
by Justine Chew Aug. 27, 2025

Aug. 27, 2025

Dear all, We are pleased to share the second *APRALO Byte*, which is on the topic of *Review of ICANN Reviews*, published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team *------------**----------* *APRALO Bytes* (see: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYCbG) is an APRALO initiative aimed at *keeping the community apprised* of issues or topics of importance to the At-Large and/or APRALO community in a manner that is* issue/topic-focused, informative yet lightweight*, *while encouraging community interest and discourse* in such issues/topics.

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APRALO Bytes - DNS Abuse, 6 Aug 2025
by Justine Chew Aug. 27, 2025

Aug. 27, 2025

Hello everyone, At the August 2025 ALAC Monthly Call <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQCeFw>, it was reported that APRALO has introduced a new initiative called *APRALO Bytes* which is single issue bulletin initiative aimed at keeping the APRALO community apprised of issues or topics of importance to the At-Large and/or APRALO community in a manner that is informative yet lightweight, while encouraging community interest and discourse in such issues/topics. The first Byte was on DNS Abuse (6 Aug), the second was on Review of ICANN Reviews (13 Aug) and the latest one was on Applicant Support (26 Aug). The first APRALO Byte on *DNS Abuse*, which is published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). The second and third Bytes will be shared separately. We hope you will find our Bytes informative ! With kind regards on behalf of the APRALO Leadership Team, Justine

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ccNSO August 2025 meetings Report
by Laura Margolis Aug. 26, 2025

Aug. 26, 2025

Dear All: I hope you are all doing fine. During August, in addition to the monthly council meeting on August 21st., an extraordinary meeting was held on August 7th. *Extraordinary meeting on August 7th., 2025* During that meeting the ccNSO Council approved support of the Review of Reviews CCG Charter, adopted criteria for nominees, agreed to appoint two candidates, and endorsed both the formation of a Selection Committee and the related timeline. The final selection was made on August 19th. All resolutions were approved without objection. The 2 selected candidates are: Annaliese Williams and Chris Disspain *Council meeting #220 August 21st. 2025* Agenda and draft resolutions <https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ccNSOCWS/pages/103123995/…> Statements and responses <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/about/statements.htm> *Some Highlights* *1. Administrative Updates* *Correspondence:* Letters discussed regarding Review of Reviews, CSC coordination, and deferral of the 3rd CSC Effectiveness Review. *Completed Action Items:* · The Secretariat published the adopted FY26–27 workplan, providing a roadmap for upcoming activities. · For the Board Seat 11 nomination process, the Secretariat published the resolution adjusting the voting procedure in the event of a single candidate. · The approval of IFRT recommendations was added to the Meeting #220 agenda, as requested. · Appointments to working groups and committees were formally communicated, enabling appointees to begin their roles immediately. · A note on proposed ICANN Bylaw and CSC Charter changes (introducing alternates and adjusting review timing) was circulated to gather Council feedback. · The Chair provided ongoing updates on the Review of Reviews charter and related matters. · The Secretariat ensured inclusion of the IANA IPR transfer decision on the Meeting #220 agenda. *Ongoing Action Items:* · The *Guidelines Review Committee (GRC) <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/grc.htm>* is considering whether to formalize Council voting periods by specifying clear opening and closing times for online votes. · The *Council Chair, Peter Koch, and Luis Diego Espinoza* (ccNSO appointees to the RSSAC GWG) are preparing the joint ccNSO–RSSAC session for ICANN84, which requires cross-community coordination. *2. Updates* - *Working Groups:* Many groups are dormant or awaiting for ICANN84 sessions. - *ccPDP4-IDN <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/idn-cctld-strings.htm>:* Still progressing slowly; caucus reconvening for validation processes. - *Review of Reviews:* Charter adopted; 2 members appointed (Annaliese Williams, Chris Disspain). Concerns raised about limited volunteers. - *360 Review:* Completed; feedback given, with suggestions to improve timing of evaluations. - *Board Seat 11 Nomination:* The only candidate is Patricio Poblete (current holder), moving forward with due diligence; no election required but a Q&A session will take place during ICANN84. - *Website Redesign:* Expected launch in December 2025. *3. Finance WG2 Final Report & Adoption* The *Finance Working Group 2 (Finance WG2) <https://ccnso.icann.org/en/workinggroups/sfwg.htm>* delivered its final report on August 15th., 2025, after 9 months of work, consultations during ICANN81–83, and a survey, and a July 2025 public comment period. *Main findings & proposals:* - Updated cost model sets *expected ccTLD contribution at USD 3.6 million* (previously USD 3.5M). - No major structural changes; voluntary principle reaffirmed. - New *banded model* introduces *three additional lower tiers* for smaller ccTLDs, maintaining a range of USD 500 to USD 225,000. - Addressing discrepancies between expected and actual contributions requires *segmented, personalized engagement* by ICANN, acknowledging the diversity of ccTLDs (size, governance, budget cycles). - Emphasis on transparency, outreach, and trust-building as motivators. *Council Decision:* The Council adopted the new 2025 Principles and Banded Model, requested the Chair to share the report with ICANN’s CEO, while recommending a more segmented outreach approach, instructed the Secretariat to replace the 2013 Guideline with the updated 2025 version, and confirmed that the Working Group would be formally closed seven days after the resolution’s publication. *4. Other Major Decisions* *Approval of IFRT2 Recommendations:* The Council approved two recommendations from the 2nd. IANA Function Review Team (IFRT2), both requiring changes to the IANA Naming Function Contract: 1. Remove policy details from the contract. 2. Identify and point to the appropriate policy authority for DNSSEC. These recommendations were published for public comment earlier in 2025 and received no objections. Approval was unanimous, ensuring alignment with ICANN Bylaws requirements for supermajority support. *Transfer of IANA Intellectual Property Rights:* The Council endorsed the transfer of stewardship of the IANA-related intellectual property (trademarks and domain names) from the *IETF Trust <https://trustee.ietf.org/>* to the newly created *IETF Intellectual Property Management Corporation (IPMC). <https://trustee.ietf.org/documents/minutes/>* The Council agreed to support the transfer of stewardship of the IANA intellectual property rights from the IETF Trust to the newly created IETF Intellectual Property Management Corporation (IPMC). This change was described as purely legal and technical, without altering any accountability mechanisms. The decision followed the advice of the ccNSO appointee to the Community Coordination Group (CCG), and it was confirmed that the transfer would become effective seven days after publication, with the ccNSO Secretariat tasked with notifying the appointee. *Root Server System Governance (RSS GWG):* A new *Council statement procedure* was initiated to provide ccNSO input on the draft governance structure for the Root Server System. A drafting team, supported by ccNSO-appointed members Peter Koch and Luis Diego Espinoza, will prepare the Council’s statement on the draft Root Server System Governance Structure. The statement is expected before next Council Meeting 221 in September 2025. *Rescheduling of Committee Reviews:* The Council approved an updated timeline for the review of all ccNSO committees, which had been delayed. The first review (MPC) will now begin in September 2025, with other committees shifted by six months. The Secretariat will update the ccNSO workplan and seek at least three volunteers who have not previously been involved in the committees under review. The revised timeline extends through 2030 and includes reviews of the IGLC, GRC, UAC, TLD-Ops, SOPC, Tech WG, OMC, and DASC. *Appointments to Working Groups and Committees:* The Council confirmed new appointments to several groups, adding Lucien Castex (.fr) and Fatma Demirel (.tr) to the IGLC, Sarah Gooch (.uk) to the SOPC, and Fatma Demirel (.tr) to the DASC. These appointments take effect immediately, and the Secretariat will coordinate their integration into the respective groups. *Customer Standing Committee (CSC) <https://www.icann.org/csc> related Matters:* *Membership Selection* The Customer Standing Committee (CSC) is composed of members appointed by both the RySG and the ccNSO, with voting rights, while liaisons do not hold voting power. The proposed slate of members includes: Pablo Rodriguez and Maarten Simon (ccNSO) as full members, Erwin Lansing (ccNSO) as alternate. Nick Wilhelm and Gordon Dick (Nominet, RySG) as RySG appointees. The next step is the approval of the full slate by both the ccNSO and GNSO Councils in September 2025. While the ccNSO has mandated a selection committee to oversee this process, the GNSO will address it through its consent agenda. Once approved, the new term will officially begin on 1 October 2025. *Bylaw and Charter Updates* The Second CSC Effectiveness Review produced three main recommendations: 1. Conduct a full SLA review; amended procedures will be published shortly, and the CSC, together with IANA, will review the 46 SLAs agreed upon during the transition. 2. Adjust the frequency of CSC effectiveness reviews to take place five years after the previous review, requiring changes to both ICANN Bylaws and the CSC Charter. 3. Introduce alternates formally, which also necessitates updates to the Bylaws and CSC Charter. Draft language is currently being developed by ICANN Legal and will be shared by the next Council meeting. Both the ccNSO and GNSO Councils will need to approve these updates once finalized. *5. ICANN84 - Dublin* The draft block schedule was presented and included a Disaster Recovery session, GRC workshop, and ccTLD News session. Thank you for reading. If you have any questions or topics you would like to have more information, please let me know and I will be happy to provide it. Have a nice week. Kindest Regards, *Laura Margolis* ALAC Liaison to ccNSO margolisl(a)gmail.com +59899690992 ccNSO Liaison Workspace <https://community.icann.org/display/atlarge/ALAC+Liaison+to+the+ccNSO+Repor…>

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