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ICANN Community Digest - Chair’s Blog: Recap of the September Board Workshop
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 25, 2025

Sept. 25, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=d1eb2bf8-88aa-4c18-9fda-a4f73176bbec…] Thursday, 25 September 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=0016Txq7Gs…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> 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 · Prep Week Schedule · FAQ's · ICANN84 Time Change Notice Information Sharing · NEW: Africa Engagement and DNS Forums to Be Held in Accra, Ghana · NEW: ICANN Publishes Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 · NEW: RSSAC 063: Statement on the Governance Working Group’s Root Server System Governance Structure · NEW: Chair’s Blog: Recap of the September Board Workshop · NEW: Registration Operations Workshop (ROW) 14 · Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN85 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 🚨 · ICANN Generic Names Supporting Organization Calls for Volunteers for SPIRT · ICANN Request for Proposal: NomCom Recruiting Services · NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · CLOSES MONDAY: Registration Data Request Service Standing Cmte. Report for GNSO Council Review · Preliminary Issue Report on a Policy Development Process on DNS Abuse Mitigation · Updated GNSO Stakeholder Group and Constituency Charter Amendment Process · Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document Events · These events occur in September and October 2025. ICANN84 FAQ's [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> NEW: PREP WEEK SCHEDULE [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> ICANN84 Time Change Notice On Sunday, 26 October 2025 the time zone in Dublin, Ireland will change from Irish Standard Time (UTC+1) to Greenwich Mean Time, back one hour (UTC+0). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Information Sharing NEW: Africa Engagement and DNS Forums to Be Held in Accra, Ghana Both events are designed to encourage collaboration and exchange across governments, intergovernmental organizations, businesses, the technical community, academia, and civil society. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> NEW: ICANN Publishes Root Zone Label Generation Rules Version 6 This work enables top-level domains to be delegated in various languages and scripts in a stable and secure manner. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> NEW: RSSAC 063: Statement on the Governance Working Group’s Root Server System Governance Structure Please find RSSAC 063 here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…>. NEW: Chair’s Blog: Recap of the September Board Workshop The workshop consisted of working sessions and a Regular Board Meeting, during which the Board approved several resolutions. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> NEW: Registration Operations Workshop (ROW) 14 The Registration Operations Workshop (ROW) is an informal industry conference that offers a platform for discussing the technical intricacies of registration operations within the domain name system. Date: September 30th, 2025, 13:00 - 17:00 UTC Read more and Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN85 The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is calling for applications [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> for NextGen@ICANN Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> participants to attend the ICANN85 Community Forum in Mumbai, India, from 7–12 March 2026. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> 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=0016Txq7Gs…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> 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=0016Txq7Gs…>. 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=0016Txq7Gs…>. 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=0016Txq7Gs…> 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 ICANN Generic Names Supporting Organization Calls for Volunteers for SPIRT In coordination with the GNSO Council, the SPIRT will collaborate with ICANN org to address all non-minor changes during the program using the Predictability Framework. Deadline: Friday, 17 October 2025 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> ICANN Request for Proposal: NomCom Recruiting Services By issuing this RFP, ICANN is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers for the provision of the services to achieve this. Deadline: 17 October 2025 Announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> RFP Overview [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program is seeking nominations for three (3) positions in the 2026 Mentor Program. These mentors will guide the NextGen participants through the mentorship process during the ICANN85-87 meetings. ICANN will provide travel funding for the appointed mentors to attend these meetings. Each Supporting Organization (SO) and Advisory Committee (AC) is invited to nominate one individual for a total of three spots. Nominations can include program alumni, and we encourage the selection of active community members who are passionate about mentoring students. SOs and ACs can also choose to renominate previous mentors. Please note that individual self-nominations will not be accepted. All nominations must be submitted by Friday, 7 November 2025 to Fernanda Iunes at fernanda.iunes(a)icann.org. If we receive nominations from more than three SOs/ACs, they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, but ICANN org will prioritize groups that have not had mentors in the past. 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=0016Txq7Gs…>. 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=0016Txq7Gs…> 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=0016Txq7Gs…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment CLOSES MONDAY: Registration Data Request Service Standing Cmte. Report for GNSO Council Review [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 19 August 2025 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 29 September 2025 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Preliminary Issue Report on a Policy Development Process on DNS Abuse Mitigation [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 08 September 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025 Updated GNSO Stakeholder Group and Constituency Charter Amendment Process [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 10 September 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Wednesday, 05 November 2025 Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 28 August 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Friday, 07 November 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…>. Events These events occur in September and October 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=0016Txq7Gs…>. · ICANN-ATU webinar on the Next Round of New gTLD · Africa Internet Summit 2025 · Africa Cyber Defense Forum 2025 · CTU's ICT Week 2025 · Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCSF) 2025 · DE-CIX Istanbul 10 Years Anniversary · Empowering Women to Leadership in Cyber · DNSSEC Workshop Morocco 2025 Volume 7, Issue 72 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…> | Next Issue: Monday, 29 September 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016Txq7Gs…>

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APRALO Policy Forum Fireside Chat: Let's Talk About Participating in ICANN Working Groups.
by ICANN Policy Calendar Sept. 24, 2025

Sept. 24, 2025

Sixth APRALO Policy Forum Fireside Chat: "Let’s Talk About Participating in ICANN Working Groups” Thursday, 2 October 2025 at 06:00 UTC PLEASE REGISTER TO JOIN AND SHARE THIS INVITATION WITH ALL! Zoom Registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/zSgmfwyhSemz2GbuDPg-Bw English only Dear All, You are invited to participate in the sixth APRALO Policy Forum Fireside Chat: “Let’s Talk About Participating in ICANN Working Groups” on 2 October 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 75 minutes, where the moderator will be chatting with Cheryl Langdon-Orr, Justine Chew, Maureen Hilyard and Amrita Choudhury about their experiences participating in various ICANN working groups. If you have ever wondered what it means to participate in an ICANN working group, or have questions about how to do so, either directly or indirectly, then this fireside chat is for you! You can also submit your questions in advance to the moderator, Pavel Farhan <pavelpft(a)gmail.com<mailto:pavelpft@gmail.com>> or to At-Large Staff <staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org>> if you wish to have them considered as part of the agenda. ZOOM Registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/zSgmfwyhSemz2GbuDPg-Bw (you MUST register to join!) *** After registering, you will receive a confirmation e-mail containing information about joining the meeting.*** For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4mfut53f Agenda and joining details: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/RQBuH APRALO Fireside Chats Wiki page: https://community.icann.org/x/TQ3CCw APRALO Policy Forum Wiki page: https://community.icann.org/x/TwDQC 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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Re: Fw: Launch of The Internet Ecosystem Book
by Kaleel Bin Javeed Sept. 24, 2025

Sept. 24, 2025

I will also recommend it. Nice to have ! It is a very good reference guide book for the whole Internet history, the future of the Internet, Internet Governance and for the community. Dr. Kaleel Bin Javeed, PhD Associate Professor, Research and Development On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, Abba wrote: Nice comprehensive book. I have received a shared coupon for community-use from the author. You can use coupon code: INTECO10, you will receive the book at a discounted price for those interested. Abba Saheb, PhD CTO *From:* Nikesh B. Simmandree <nikeshbs(a)outlook.com> *Sent:* Monday, August 18, 2025 1:35 PM *To:* alac-announce(a)icann.org <alac-announce(a)icann.org>; alac(a)icann.org < alac(a)icann.org>; at-large(a)icann.org <at-large(a)icann.org>; afri-discuss(a)icann.org <afri-discuss(a)icann.org> *Subject:* Launch of The Internet Ecosystem Book Dear Community, I am thrilled to announce the launch of my book, *The Internet Ecosystem* — a comprehensive exploration of the history, architecture, governance, and future of the Internet. This book distills decades of technological evolution — from ARPANET and packet switching, to AI, Web3, quantum networks, and beyond — into a clear, engaging narrative accessible to both technical and non-technical readers *What the Book Covers* - *The Past:* How Cold War research, ARPANET, and packet switching gave birth to the Internet we know today. - *The Present:* The intricate roles of ISPs, backbone providers, cloud infrastructure, AI, cybersecurity, and global governance shaping our daily online experiences. - *The Future:* Insights into 5G/6G, blockchain, immersive technologies, quantum security, and the Internet in 2050. With *49 detailed chapters*, the book provides a definitive yet approachable reference for students, professionals, policymakers, and curious readers alike. My mission with *The Internet Ecosystem* is to make the Internet’s complexity understandable — showing not only *how* the Internet works, but also *why* it matters and has become one of the most transformative human inventions — while sparking dialogue on how we build a secure, inclusive, and sustainable digital future. In the 21st century, understanding the Internet is not optional — it’s essential. Whether you’re a business leader, policymaker, educator, student, or everyday Internet user, this book provides the context and clarity you need to navigate the opportunities and challenges of our connected world. *Get Your Copy* *The Internet Ecosystem* is now available: https://payhip.com/b/hfvYg Thank you, Best Regards, Nikesh B. Simmandree +230-5-907-3413 nikeshbs(a)outlook.com This message and its attachments are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and are strictly confidential. If you have received this in error, please delete it from any devices after having informed the sender.

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Extension in date to submit comments on the WSIS+20 Zero draft
by Amrita Choudhury Sept. 24, 2025

Sept. 24, 2025

Dear All, The deadline to submit comments on the WSIS+20 Zero draft has been extended to 3 October https://publicadministration.desa.un.org/wsis20 Regards Amrita

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Subscription applicant
by Yen-Lin Huang Sept. 23, 2025

Sept. 23, 2025

Dear At-large member, I required to join the apac-discuss mailing list. Thank you! -- warmly, Yen-Lin (mashbean) HUANG, Taiwan 黃彥霖, M.D.

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** REGISTER & Share ** | EURALO Round Table: Rethinking ICANN’s Legitimacy: Internal Politics, External Pressures (Part I) | 23 September 2025 from 17:00-18:30 UTC.
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 22, 2025

Sept. 22, 2025

** Please register and share this invitation ** Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/lxssgAJrTbyY2HlIfQgHzw Dear All, On behalf of Sébastien Bachollet, EURALO Chair and Pari Esfandiari, EURALO ALAC Member, please join us for an EURALO Round Table: Rethinking ICANN’s Legitimacy: Internal Politics, External Pressures (Part I) on Tuesday, 23 September 2025 from 17:00-18:30 UTC. Part II will be held at ICANN84 in Dublin on Tuesday, 28 October 2025<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/335839341/A…> from 15h00-16h00 (details to follow) This session begins with recent internal challenges—missed review deadlines, fragmented enforcement, Board deferrals, and community fatigue—that have put ICANN’s accountability under question. It then expands outward, asking how these internal dynamics shape ICANN’s credibility with governments, businesses, and civil society at a time when digital sovereignty, AI governance, and Internet fragmentation are redefining geopolitics. Panelists will unpack the interplay between ICANN’s internal politics (Board, SO/ACs, Empowered Community) and external legitimacy (governments, UN processes, WSIS+20) and explore practical ways to reinforce ICANN’s credibility as a trustworthy steward of the global Internet. The agenda and call details are available at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/sYBSHQ Interpretation provided in English, Spanish and French. Zoom registration required: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/lxssgAJrTbyY2HlIfQgHzw Important: please keep note of the zoom room as you will be sent an unique link. 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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STARTING in 12 mins / Meeting Invitation: APRALO Monthly Call on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 18, 2025

Sept. 18, 2025

Dear All, The next APRALO Monthly meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4xx5za6a The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQDKH APRALO wiki workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92676148911?pwd=eOCnj4ucSkneTsfSvldVO7uXV08vVU.1 / Password: APRA18SEP* 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: APRALO Monthly Call on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 18, 2025

Sept. 18, 2025

Dear All, The next APRALO Monthly meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4xx5za6a The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQDKH APRALO wiki workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92676148911?pwd=eOCnj4ucSkneTsfSvldVO7uXV08vVU.1 / Password: APRA18SEP* 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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REMINDER / Meeting Invitation: APRALO Monthly Call on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 17, 2025

Sept. 17, 2025

Dear All, The next APRALO Monthly meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 18 September 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/4xx5za6a The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQDKH APRALO wiki workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom Room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/92676148911?pwd=eOCnj4ucSkneTsfSvldVO7uXV08vVU.1 / Password: APRA18SEP* 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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ICANN Community Digest - NEW: ICANN84 Prep Week Schedule Now Available
by ICANN At-Large Staff Sept. 15, 2025

Sept. 15, 2025

ICANN84 Prep week Schedule NOW AVAIILABLE! https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann84-prep-week-schedule-n… [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=aff144c3-4a8a-411f-a550-0dbc1e264d8e…] Monday, 15 September 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=001VKm41hR…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> 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 · NEW: Prep Week Schedule · FAQ's · ICANN84 Time Change Notice · Request for Applicant Guidebook related sessions at ICANN84 Information Sharing · NEW: Secretary's Notice | Secretary's Notice of the ICANN Board Action Without a Meeting | 5 September 2025 · NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: NomCom Recruiting Services · NEW: Developing Asia Pacific Youth Leaders: APIGA 2025 and Beyond · NEW: U.N. Update: Cyber-Related Developments · Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN85 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 🚨 · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · ONE WEEK FROM TODAY: Functional Model for Root Server System Governance · Registration Data Request Service Standing Cmte. Report for GNSO Council Review · Preliminary Issue Report on a Policy Development Process on DNS Abuse Mitigation · Updated GNSO Stakeholder Group and Constituency Charter Amendment Process · Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document Events · These events occur in September 2025. ICANN84 FAQ's [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> NEW: PREP WEEK SCHEDULE [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> ICANN84 Time Change Notice On Sunday, 26 October 2025 the time zone in Dublin, Ireland will change from Irish Standard Time (UTC+1) to Greenwich Mean Time, back one hour (UTC+0). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> Request for Applicant Guidebook related sessions at ICANN84 ICANN’s New gTLD Program team will be available to provide updates on Applicant Guidebook topics to the interested parties during ICANN84. If you would like the team to join any of your sessions, please send an email to nextround_policyimplementation(a)icann.org<mailto:nextround_policyimplementation@icann.org> indicating which topics you would like to be briefed on and during which session no later than 24 September 2025. 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=001VKm41hR…>. Information Sharing NEW: Secretary's Notice | Secretary's Notice of the ICANN Board Action Without a Meeting | 5 September 2025 Please find the 05 September Secretary's Notice regarding the Review of Reviews Cross Community Group Charter here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…>. NEW: ICANN Request for Proposal: NomCom Recruiting Services By issuing this RFP, ICANN is soliciting proposals from qualified suppliers for the provision of the services to achieve this. Deadline: 17 October 2025 Announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> RFP Overview [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> NEW: Developing Asia Pacific Youth Leaders: APIGA 2025 and Beyond APIGA is a key capacity building program in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region focused on Internet governance (IG) targeting young people between 18 and 35. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> NEW: U.N. Update: Cyber-Related Developments It includes updates from the deliberations at the second Open-Ended Working Group on Information and Communications Technologies (OEWG) and the Ad Hoc Committee 1 of Experts (AHC) between 3 September 2023 and 12 July 2025 as well as 2 discussions/deliberations on and around the Global Digital Compact in 2024. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> Call for Applications: NextGen@ICANN85 The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is calling for applications [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> for NextGen@ICANN Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> participants to attend the ICANN85 Community Forum in Mumbai, India, from 7–12 March 2026. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> 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=001VKm41hR…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001VKm41hR…> 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=001VKm41hR…>. 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=001VKm41hR…>. 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=001VKm41hR…> 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 NextGen@ICANN Mentor Program Nominations The NextGen@ICANN Program is seeking nominations for three (3) positions in the 2026 Mentor Program. These mentors will guide the NextGen participants through the mentorship process during the ICANN85-87 meetings. ICANN will provide travel funding for the appointed mentors to attend these meetings. Each Supporting Organization (SO) and Advisory Committee (AC) is invited to nominate one individual for a total of three spots. Nominations can include program alumni, and we encourage the selection of active community members who are passionate about mentoring students. SOs and ACs can also choose to renominate previous mentors. Please note that individual self-nominations will not be accepted. All nominations must be submitted by Friday, 7 November 2025 to Fernanda Iunes at fernanda.iunes(a)icann.org. If we receive nominations from more than three SOs/ACs, they will be accepted on a first come, first served basis, but ICANN org will prioritize groups that have not had mentors in the past. 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=001VKm41hR…>. 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=001VKm41hR…> 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=001VKm41hR…> on where to find reliable data. 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