ccNSO News December 2025 | Issue 61 | | |
The new ccNSO website is now live!
With a clearer layout and improved navigation, it’s built to make engaging with the ccNSO easier and more enjoyable.
Sincere thanks go to all whose hard work, dedication, and collaboration made this launch possible!
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Check out the new ccNSO website, and let the ccNSO Secretariat know your thoughts.
We would love to hear from you!
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Keep informed about the work of the ccNSO
In preparation of each ccNSO Council meeting, a written update regarding the work by the various working groups and committees is drafted. It includes information about the current status, next steps and what the activities are about. The December edition is out now.
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Seamless Participation in ccNSO Activities
Do you already have an ICANN Account?
To streamline the management of ccNSO membership and ensure compliance with applicable laws, the ccNSO is using ICANN's Community Engagement System (CES) to manage stakeholder participation. This unified platform enhances collaboration and improves efficiency in how we engage with the ccTLD community.
To facilitate the transfer and to ensure that data is processed in compliance with applicable laws, we ask you to create and maintain a personal ICANN Account if you do not already have one.
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Internet Governance: hot topics?
The ccNSO Internet Governance Liaison Committee (IGLC) invites all with an interest to share emerging Internet governance issues and trends in your region since ICANN81.
Insights on policy, regulatory, or legislative developments affecting ccTLDs or the wider Internet ecosystem are welcome.
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About the IGLC
The ccNSO Internet Governance Liaison Committee (IGLC) supports ccTLDs in navigating Internet governance issues. In June 2024, it released “Towards WSIS+20: The GDC, SDGs, and Why They Matter to ccTLDs”, examining the implications of WSIS+20 and the Global Digital Compact. The committee also created the Internet Governance Heat Map to track regional priorities and emerging topics, and participates in ICANN meetings and other events to address issues such as geographical indications, the digital divide, how ccTLDs contribute to sustainable development goals, and more.
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Share your ccTLD news at ICANN85
This session provides a platform for sharing updates, insights, and discussions on ccTLDs.
Both in-person and virtual participation will be available, with simultaneous interpretation in English, French, and Spanish.
Presentation Topics
Including, but not limited to:
- Case studies on ccTLD initiatives
- Collaboration & partnerships within the ccTLD community
- Recent updates and developments in ccTLD operations
- Policy & legislative impacts on ccTLDs
- Best practices in registry management, marketing, and engagement
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Apply for a speaking slot by 31 January!
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New and returning Councillors
The three-year term for five ccNSO Council members will end in March 2026. Elections were held to fill the seat in the Australia/Asia/Pacific region.
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The elected candidates are:
- Africa: Ingabire Grace Mwikarago (.rw) – newly elected
- Australia/Asia/Pacific: Sami Mohamed Ali (.bh) – newly elected
- Europe: Chris Disspain – reappointed
- Latin America/Caribbean: Alejandra Reynoso – reappointed
- North America: Charles Noir (.ca) – newly elected
In March 2026, Grace, Sami, and Charles will replace Molehe Wesi, Ai-Chin Lu, and Stephen Deerhake respectively. The Council adopted the regular election report at meeting 224 on 18 December. The report for the special African region election will be presented in January. The elected candidates’ term begins at the close of the ICANN85 Community Forum in March 2026, in Mumbai, India.
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Retired from the role
Stephen Deerhake (.as) stepped down from the ccNSO Council at the conclusion of ICANN84, held in October 2025, bringing to a close a decade of dedicated service.
Over the years, he offered institutional knowledge and a steady commitment to help shape policy discussions and strengthen collaboration within the ccTLD community. The ccNSO thanks Stephen for his service and wishes him well.
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Highlights December '25 ccNSO Council Meeting
ccNSO Council held its 224th meeting on Thursday, 18 December. For further details, including background materials and the agenda, go to the Council workspace.
- celebration of the launch of the new ccNSO website
- approval meeting minutes Council meeting 223
- update on "How We Meet": Implementation by staff has started
- update by Council Vice Chair Biyi Oladipo, who attended the African Engagement Forum held earlier this month in Ghana
- discussion regarding the settings of the Council mailing list
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ccNSO membership update: As a result of a transfer, membership of the former ccTLD manager for .ly (Lybia) ended administratively.
- progress ccNSO Council Selection Process African region
- adoption Election Report regular ccNSO Council Selection Proces
- appointment of members to ccNSO working groups and committees, including one member to MPC, two new members to SOPC and 10 members to join the newly established Study Group on IANA public records. Following a call for volunteers and a Council selection process, Frederico Neves (.br) was appointed as ccNSO representative to RZERC.
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ccNSO participation in GNSO DNS Abuse Policy Development Processes. The GNSO Council has adopted the Issue Report and will launch two PDPs. Working Group charters are in development, with a call for volunteers expected in January 2026. ccNSO participation will be decided once the charters are finalized.
The ccNSO Council will meet again on Thursday, 22 January for its 225th meeting. Closer to the meeting, more details will be posted on the Council workspace.
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Happy holidays from the ccNSO!
We wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season.
Best wishes for 2026!
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ICANN will be closed from 24 December to 2 January.
The ccNSO Secretariat will be back on 5 January, ready to help you.
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