Dear All,
I hope you are all doing great.
The last Council Meeting #219 was held on July 17th., 2025 at 18:00 UTC.
Full AGENDA and Background materials
I will highlight on the first part of this report and overview on some Working Groups and Committees and on the second part about the Council Meeting
PART 1
ccPAIG (ccNSO Policy Implementation Assistance Group – Review Mechanism)
The ccPAIG was established as a new group tasked with supporting the implementation of the Review Mechanism under ccPDP3. Its main responsibility is to assist in translating policy outputs into operational and procedural guidance, ensuring clarity and feasibility for practical implementation. The group plays a key advisory role and will interact with various working groups and committees across the ccNSO.
Appointed Members: Irina Danelia, Peter Koch, Nick Wenban-Smith, Jordan Carter and Chris Disspain. The group has not a space on the wiki yet.
DASC (DNS Abuse Standing Committee)
The group met on 3 July 2025 to refine its priorities and prepare for ICANN84. The committee reaffirmed its intention to focus on practical, community-relevant work and to align closely with broader ccNSO objectives.
As part of its ICANN84 planning, DASC is exploring the organization of webinars in the lead-up to the meeting to raise awareness and stimulate engagement. During the meeting, it was noted that two external entities—Global Signal Exchange, a non-profit initiative by the Global Anti-Scam Alliance (GASA) and DNS Research Federation (DNSRF), and the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF)—have submitted requests to participate as speakers at ICANN84.
The committee is also proposing a joint session with the Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC) to facilitate dialogue on DNS abuse from both community and governmental perspectives.
IGLC (Internet Governance Liaison Committee)
At its 16 July 2025 meeting, the IGLC reviewed current developments in Internet governance and preparations for ICANN84. Members shared reflections from the WSIS+20 Forum, noting its increasingly intergovernmental tone and limited interaction in plenaries. The need for more forward-looking contributions was emphasized, and members were invited to support the ongoing elements paper consultation.
The group also revisited its Prague session, identifying collaboration, inclusivity, and transparency as key themes. The Chair and Vice-Chair will prepare a summary of the outcomes.
Looking ahead to ICANN84, the IGLC is planning a working session and contributing to the ccNSO full session. Discussions may align with the WSIS+20 process and consider developments from the Global South and Europe.
PART 2
ccNSO Council Meeting 219 Report
Date: Thursday, 17 July 2025
Time: 18:00 – 19:30 UTC
Full
AGENDA and Background materials
1. Welcome and Agenda Updates
The starting of the meeting noted two updates to the agenda. Item 14 (approval of IFR recommendations) was rendered informational only, as the IFRT had not formally adopted its final report. Regarding item 16a (CSC selection), a decision was no longer necessary due to the receipt of two complete volunteer applications just before the call deadline.
2. Administrative Matters
Relevant Correspondence
A letter to Jonathan Zuck (ALAC) concerning the Community Reconsideration Request was acknowledged.
Minutes & Action Items from Meeting 218
Items that were completed from meeting 218:
Ongoing items include final debriefings from the 360-degree reviews and a joint message to the ICANN Board Chair from the ccNSO and GNSO regarding deferral of the 3rd CSC Effectiveness Review methodology.
Intermeeting Decisions
3. Updates
ECA, IFRT & CSC
Written updates were either submitted or pending. The IFRT (IANA Naming Function Review Team) is expected to publish its final report soon, which will include two recommendations requiring Council action.
Peter Koch (IFRT co-chair) noted these are unchanged from the draft report and are expected to receive support before Board submission.
Board Progress on ccPDP4-IDN
Incremental progress was noted, with implementation assessment and review of complex recommendations such as variant management ongoing.
4. Administrative Decisions
Adoption of FY26–27 Portfolio
The Council adopted the Triage Committee’s recommended portfolio of work for FY26–27, which outlines priorities, resource allocations (volunteer and staff), and a delivery roadmap.
Prioritization was critical due to limited resources. Key work areas include:
The Council agreed to:
Remember that this 2 study groups were decided as a result of the work of the PGA WG (Policy Gap Analysis Working Group)
Board Seat 11 – Nomination Process
A discussion was held on the relevance of the "None of the Above" option in the election ballot. It was agreed that:
Concerns included the historical ambiguity and redundancy of the option, as well as procedural inefficiency.
Resolution passed, effective seven days after publication due to its impact on members.
5. Deferred and Informational Matters
Approval of 2nd IANA Function Review Team (IFRT2) Recommendations
No decision was taken. The item was deferred to the August 2025 meeting. The Council is expected to approve:
6. Appointments to Committees and Working Groups
The following appointments were confirmed:
7. CSC Related Matters
a. Progress on Member Selection
This item was overtaken by events. Two valid applications were received before the deadline, making an extension unnecessary.
b. Bylaw and Charter Updates
Bart Boswinkel provided an update:
No decision required.
8. Substantive Topics
Review of Reviews – Progress
The Council reviewed the evolving process for a cross-community group to reform ICANN's review mechanisms.
Recent milestones:
Charter details:
The ccNSO delegation will be selected according to its internal nomination procedures.
9. ICANN84 Planning
The block schedule is in development. Planned sessions:
10. Any Other Business
If you need more details on any of the topics, please let me know and I will be happy to provide them.
Remember that this report and rest of information on what is going on at the ccNSO are uploaded in our Liaison’s wiki space.
Thank you.
Kindest Regards,
Laura Margolis