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Meeting Invitation: APRALO Onboarding Session on Thursday, 28 August 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 12, 2025

Aug. 12, 2025

Dear APRALO Members and Community, The APRALO Leadership Team invites you to attend the Onboarding Session on At Large and APRALO on Thursday, 28 August 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 90 mins. The session will provide you an overview of At Large and APRALO, meet the teams that are available to support you (APRALO LT, GSE, At Large Staff), the opportunities to engage, our expectations and more. Though this session is meant for newcomers to the community, even veteran members are encouraged to participate and get updated. ALS members we encourage you to spread the word within your ALS and encourage members to participate in this session too The agenda and call details (to be updated) can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/WoAlGQ APRALO Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AoDdBg ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/95020059374?pwd=shaHwONoUCOWYQ0ILZsIgKk3WJ183W.1 Password: APRALO-001 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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APRALO Onboarding Session
by ICANN Policy Calendar Aug. 12, 2025

Aug. 12, 2025

Dear APRALO Members and Community, The APRALO Leadership Team invites you to attend the Onboarding Session on At Large and APRALO on Thursday, 28 August 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 90 mins. The session will provide you an overview of At Large and APRALO, meet the teams that are available to support you (APRALO LT, GSE, At Large Staff), the opportunities to engage, our expectations and more. Though this session is meant for newcomers to the community, even veteran members are encouraged to participate and get updated. ALS members we encourage you to spread the word within your ALS and encourage members to participate in this session too The agenda and call details (to be updated) can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/WoAlGQ APRALO Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AoDdBg ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/95020059374?pwd=shaHwONoUCOWYQ0ILZsIgKk3WJ183W.1 Password: APRALO-001 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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Call for EOIs - ALAC Members on the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (CCG) - Deadline 15 August
by Heidi Ullrich Aug. 8, 2025

Aug. 8, 2025

Dear All, On behalf of Jonathan Zuck, Chair of the ALAC Appointee Selection Committee, this is a call for the selection of two (2) volunteers to fill the roles of Members to the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group (CCG). Any member of the ALAC/At-Large community is eligible to apply for one of the slots. Candidates must ALAC Expression of Interest (EOI) Form and submit it by email to At-Large staff (staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>) no later than Friday, 15 August 2025 at 23:59 UTC. Purpose The purpose of the CCG is to manage a fundamental evaluation of the following reviews set out in the ICANN Bylaws, as a whole system, including their implementation, and propose a refreshed system of reviews. The reviews and their past outcomes to be evaluated include: * Periodic review of ICANN structure and operations (section 4.4), * Annual Review (section 4.5) and * Specific Reviews (section 4.6); and * Previously conducted Reviews; and * Reviews that have previously been formally recommended. Responsibilities Candidates should review the Review of Reviews Members hip Requirements<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/reynoso-to-sinha-30jul…> in the 'Members and Observers' section of the Draft Review of Reviews Charter<https://www.icann.org/en/system/files/correspondence/reynoso-to-sinha-30jul…> to understand the scope of the requirements and duties. Skills and Experience Individually, candidates are expected to meet the following criteria: * Have sufficient expertise and understanding of the ICANN reviews to participate in the discussions * Commit to actively participate in the activities of the CCG on an ongoing basis; and * Where appropriate, solicit and communicate the views and concerns of individuals in the group that nominates them. This is in addition to the criteria that are intended to be met by the group as detailed in the 'Members and Observers' section of the draft charter. Selection Process and Timeline The AASC will review the EOIs and select two (2) candidates for endorsement by the At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC). In your EOI submission, please answer the following questions: 1. Name 2. Country of Residence 3. What is your interest in this position? 4. What is your knowledge of and/or experience in ICANN org and Reviews work, or other related work at ICANN? 5. What skills and attributes do you have that will assist you in becoming a member of this Review of Reviews CCG? 6. What is your knowledge of ICANN’s mission and relevant policies? 7. Are you able to commit the time required and necessary work needed for this work? 8. Do you have any affiliation with or involvement in any organization or entity with any financial or non-financial interest in ICANN org and/or this work? 9. Please include a link to an up-to-date Statement of Interest (SOI) The selection timeline is as follows: * 8 August-15 August 2025 – Call for EOIs * 18 August-19 August 2025 – AASC Review of EOIs * 20 August-21 August 2025 – ALAC Consensus Call * 22 August 2025 – Staff submit names of ALAC Nominated CCG Members Contact If you have any questions, please send an email to At-Large staff (staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>) Kind regards, At-Large staff 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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INFO - Sign up - New Term of the Policy Development Accelerator | Applicant Support
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 7, 2025

Aug. 7, 2025

On behalf of the Policy Development Accelerator Staff Dear all, A new term of the Policy Development Accelerator kicks off on 28 August 2025 at 13:00 UTC. We will be revisiting the history of the Applicant Support Program (ASP), which is the same topic as our most recent Accelerator class. All are welcome! The material is best suited for newcomers. For more information, please read: * A blog post from an Accelerator participant: https://www.icann.org/en/blogs/details/the-icann-policy-development-acceler… * The Accelerator wiki page: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/DBT2Bg [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/DBT…> * The syllabus for this term: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/MwAmG [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/MwA…> Please reach out to devan.reed(a)icann.org<mailto:devan.reed@icann.org> for sign up information. Thank you! Kind regards, Devan and the Policy Development Accelerator Staff

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APRALO O&E Plan FY26 : Request your iNPUT by 18 August
by Amrita Choudhury Aug. 7, 2025

Aug. 7, 2025

Dear APRALO Members In case you have planned any ICANN related activities in the next few months till June 2026, please list the same in APRALO O&E FY26 Plan <https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OGppg_epjyNxLtbso2Pgq4Q0YogKTTDQ3HX…> by 18 August 2025. Regards Amrita

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

Aug. 6, 2025

Dear APRALO community members, We are pleased to introduce a new initiative, *APRALO Bytes* see: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYCbG. It is 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. The first APRALO Byte is on *DNS Abuse*, which is published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). We welcome feedback and contributions (format: 1 paragraph of no more than 200 words). Please reach out if you wish to contribute an APRALO Byte. Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team

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ICANN Community Session - NEW: REGISTRATION OPEN: Next Policy Development Accelerator Term
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 4, 2025

Aug. 4, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=606324cb-d5ec-4fed-892c-2b57cc27de42…] Monday, 04 August 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=001JSxq4dP…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> 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 ICANN84 · CLOSES THURSDAY: Sign up for the session slot for ICANN84 Newcomers, including Fellowship and NextGen@ICANN Programs participants · ICANN org Finance and Planning Updates during ICANN84 · Apply Now! ICANN84 Community Childcare Grants · Now Available: ICANN84 Frequently Asked Questions Page Information Sharing · NEW: REGISTRATION OPEN: Next Policy Development Accelerator Term Next Round · Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot · 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 Webinars · ICANN Webinar Series for Europe: How Time Zones are Coordinated 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · ICANN85 Fellowship Application Round Now Open · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · Draft North America Engagement Plan 2026-2030 Events · These events occur in July and August 2025. ICANN84 CLOSES THURSDAY: Sign up for the session slot for ICANN84 Newcomers, including Fellowship and NextGen@ICANN Programs participants Want to introduce your group’s work to ICANN84 Annual General Meeting newcomers, including Fellowship and NextGen@ICANN Programs Participants? Sign up for a 30 minute session on 25-26 October, 2025. These outreach sessions are part of the ""Get To Know ICANN Community"" Onboarding Program for Newcomers and are an opportunity for every SO/AC to share information with the ICANN Meeting newcomers and highlight the important work that your group does within ICANN. Sign up for available slots here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>. For any additional questions, please contact ICANN Fellowship Program Manager, Siranush Vardanyan at siranush.vardanyan(a)icann.org<mailto:siranush.vardanyan@icann.org>. DEADLINE: August 7, 2025 ICANN org Finance and Planning Updates during ICANN84 The ICANN org Finance and Planning Teams seek opportunities to engage with the ICANN communities during ICANN84 or via webinars to present on Finance- and Planning topics. Presentations will cover topics such as: - Financial Results: FY25 Year-to-Date - High Level FY27 Planning Process, Structure, and Assumptions - ICANN’s Strategic Plan for FY26–30 - Other current topics Please contact planning(a)icann.org<mailto:planning@icann.org> to request a briefing with your Community group. Apply Now! ICANN84 Community Childcare Grants Grants of up to $750 per family are available for ICANN Public Meeting participants with children 12 years old or younger who meet the criteria and will incur expenses associated with babysitting or childcare services. DEADLINE: Friday, 12 September 2025, at 23:59 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> Now Available: ICANN84 Frequently Asked Questions Page Please find the FAQs for ICANN84 here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>. Information Sharing NEW: REGISTRATION OPEN: Next Policy Development Accelerator Term The next term of the Accelerator will focus on the history of New gTLD Applicant Support. First meeting: 28 August 2025 at 13:00 UTC This material is best suited to newcomers. Sign up now to learn more about policy development! Contact devan.reed(a)icann.org<mailto:devan.reed@icann.org> for sign up information. Next Round Next Round Outreach, Engagement, and Communications Snapshot We’re excited to introduce the Next Round Snapshot, a new monthly recap that highlights key updates shared during the IRT Outreach meetings. This report covers recent activities across the Applicant Support Program (ASP), Registry Service Provider (RSP) evaluation, regional and topical engagement, web traffic stats, and communications milestones. Developed in response to GAC feedback, this snapshot supports visibility and alignment across teams working on the New gTLD Program: Next Round. 📅 Published monthly following each IRT Outreach meeting 📎 Check out the inaugural April/May edition here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>. For questions, contact globalsupport(a)icann.org.<mailto:globalsupport@icann.org> 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=001JSxq4dP…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> 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=001JSxq4dP…>. 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=001JSxq4dP…>. 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=001JSxq4dP…> 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>. Webinars ICANN Webinar Series for Europe: How Time Zones are Coordinated Date: Wednesday 27 August 2025 (12:00 - 12:30 UTC) Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> Action Items ICANN85 Fellowship Application Round Now Open The ICANN Fellowship Program is open to all applicants interested or already engaged in various aspects of ICANN's work, such as policymaking, Domain Name System operations, and the security and stability of the global Internet. DEADLINE: 22 August 2025 at 23:59 UTC. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> 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=001JSxq4dP…>. 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=001JSxq4dP…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment Draft North America Engagement Plan 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 10 July 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>. Events These events occur in July and August 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=001JSxq4dP…>. · Digital Identity and Brand Trust: New gTLDs for the Financial Sector · Asia Pacific Advanced Network Conference (APAN60) · Asia Pacific Internet Governance Academy (APIGA) 2025 · CTU's 21st Caribbean Internet Governance Forum and 4th Caribbean Youth Internet Governance Forum · ICANN Webinar Series for Europe: How Time Zones are Coordinated Volume 7, Issue 57 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 0 August 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001JSxq4dP…>

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ACTION - Q3 2025 call to join APRALO Policy Forum (APF)
by ICANN At-Large Staff Aug. 4, 2025

Aug. 4, 2025

Dear APRALO Members, Given that APRALO has in the last several months welcomed new At-Large Structure (ALS) members as well as Individual Members (IMs), we are making a fresh call for volunteers to join the APRALO Policy Forum (APF) on behalf of its Chair, Justine Chew. The APRALO Leadership Team intends to evolve the APF's aims to cover ICANN governance matters in addition to ICANN policy development. As a result, its aims have been updated:- 1. Encourage engagement of APRALO members on issues within ICANN's remit 2. Facilitate informed, inclusive regional position development on issues within ICANN's remit 3. Support APRALO Leadership's participation as a regional partner to relevant At-Large Working Groups 4. Grow APRALO outreach opportunities within the AP region and with other RALOs and ICANN communities on ICANN issues 5. Provide suggestions on AP regional issues of interest which may fall within ICANN’s remit. How would we achieve these aims? By: 1. Informing the APRALO Community on ICANN issues. 2. Engaging the APRALO Community in At-Large discussions on ICANN issues 3. Consulting the APRALO Community to formulate input on ICANN issues. 4. Building the capacity of the APRALO Community to effectively participate on ICANN issue deliberations 5. Participating in inter-RALO discourse on ICANN issues 6. Creating intra-regional discourse & cooperation opportunities to advocate for individual end user interests For more information on APF and its activities, please visit the APF wiki space [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOr…>. If you would like to join the APF, please e-mail At-Large staff <mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> by 8 August 2025, 23:59 UTC so that you can be included in the APF mailing list to start receiving updates on engagement opportunities soon after. The APRALO Leadership Team would also like to thank all past members of the APF for their engagement and contributions. Thank you. On behalf of Justine Chew Chair, APRALO Policy Forum (APF)

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