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REMINDER / APRALO Monthly Call on Thursday, 20 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Dear All, The next APRALO Monthly meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 20 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: HERE<https://tinyurl.com/mr4yzv8c> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/_4LqIg APRALO wiki workspace: https://community.icann.org/x/4ZMi ***ZOOM ONLY*** Zoom room: https://icann.zoom.us/j/99089961273?pwd=f1ZTIlttrfoY7khdLkWBnXXJZUvcCt.1 Password: 3L^G0zLn+Q 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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*REGISTRATION* APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by Gisella Gruber Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Dear All, Please join us for the APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework”, scheduled on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/9mrmzryr The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/XIELJ Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/7j1BbrG7TSqMZdI9KNASVw (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg 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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IMSB Next office Hours Tomorrow 19 November 4 UTC & 14 UTC
by Amrita Choudhury Nov. 19, 2025

Nov. 19, 2025

Dear All, The next *Informal Multistakeholder Sounding Board (IMSB) * Office hours to have informal discussions with the community on the Revised version 1 outcome document of the WSIS review process is tomorrow 19 November. Feel free to register and have a conversation with us. First Slot: 19 Nov 4 UTC Register using this link <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUXowz_Hv8rn0a0Wor5tL2ZqrwzJCQnJ1…> . Second Slot: 19 Nov 14 UTC Register using this link <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvX5Hd-AgoXNnQB3XGvCI5BwvIuvs05ew…> Regards Amrita

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TODAY 19h30 UTC **REGISTRATION ** EURALO ICANN84 ReadOut: Tuesday 18 November from 19h30-21h00 UTC
by Gisella Gruber Nov. 18, 2025

Nov. 18, 2025

[cid:image001.jpg@01DC5887.F0427A30] Please join us and spread the word! Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Interpretation English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf of Frédéric Taes, EURALO Chair and Natalia Filina, EURALO Secretary, please join us for the Multilingual ICANN84 Read-out by EURALO<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg>, scheduled on Tuesday, 18 November from 19:30-21:00 UTC. The agenda is available here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Please join us and spread the word! Thank you and very much looking forward to welcoming all to this read-out! With kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Teams ID: gisella.gw www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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**REGISTRATION ** EURALO ICANN84 ReadOut: Tuesday 18 November from 19h30-21h00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 17, 2025

Nov. 17, 2025

Please join us and spread the word! Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Interpretation English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf of Frédéric Taes, EURALO Chair and Natalia Filina, EURALO Secretary, please join us for the Multilingual ICANN84 Read-out by EURALO<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg>, scheduled on Tuesday, 18 November from 19:30-21:00 UTC. The agenda is available here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Please join us and spread the word! Thank you and very much looking forward to welcoming all to this read-out! With kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Teams ID: gisella.gw www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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*REGISTRATION* APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 17, 2025

Nov. 17, 2025

Dear All, APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” is scheduled on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/9mrmzryr The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/XIELJ Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/7j1BbrG7TSqMZdI9KNASVw (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg 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 Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework”
by ICANN Policy Calendar Nov. 17, 2025

Nov. 17, 2025

Dear All, APRALO Policy Forum Webinar: “ICANN Global Public Interest Framework” is scheduled on Monday, 24 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 60 minutes. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/9mrmzryr The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/XIELJ Zoom Registration Link: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/7j1BbrG7TSqMZdI9KNASVw (After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.) APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg 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 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for 2026 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel
by Heidi Ullrich Nov. 14, 2025

Nov. 14, 2025

Dear All, On behalf of Jonathan Zuck, ALAC Chair, this is a call for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for persons to apply to be a participant on the 2026 ICANN Community Excellence Award Selection Panel. This is a community selected award to select the recipient of the 2026 ICANN Community Excellence Award. The ALAC has two slots on the ICANN Community Excellence Award. Judith Hellerstein has agreed to serve a second term. The second panelist slot is termed out. Some guidance related to panelists is below: With appropriate staff support, we envision the workload of the selection panelists will be limited. There will be some time necessarily devoted to reviewing nominations, with expected weekly one-hour calls from early January through the end of February to discuss the process, review the nominations, and select the award recipient. Interested At-Large Members are requested to send their Expression of Interest (EOI) to At-Large Staff no later than Tuesday, 19 November 2025 by 23:59 UTC. The ALAC Appointee Selection Subcommittee (AASC) will review the EOIs and notify the ALAC of their selections. ALAC Nominations must be submitted to the NextGen Support Staff no later than Thursday, 5 December 2025. Kind regards, 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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ICANN Community Digest - NEXT WEEK: Advancing the ICANN Reviews Conversation: Join the Cross Community Group Webinars
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 13, 2025

Nov. 13, 2025

[https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=c14e0464-495b-4431-9c75-53414e178223…] Thursday, 13 November 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=0018CWllR2…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> 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 Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN86 Fellowship Application Round Now Open Webinars · NEXT WEEK: Advancing the ICANN Reviews Conversation: Join the Cross Community Group Webinars 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 🚨 · NEXT WEEK: Call for Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Director Nominated by At-Large · NEXT WEEK: Call for Nominations: 2026 ICANN Leadership Program · Updated: ICANN Issues Call for UA Day 2026 Proposals · ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations · ICANN Request for Proposal: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Strings for the new gTLD Program: 2026 Round · ICANN Request for Proposal: New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Background Screening Services · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Public Comment · CLOSES MONDAY: Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 2 of 2 · Draft LAC Regional Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030 · ICANN Public Meeting Proposed Dates for 2029–2033 · String Similarity Evaluation Data for New gTLD Program: Next Round · Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Policy Alignment Analysis · Timeline for Urgent Requests for Lawful Disclosure of Nonpublic Registration Data · Name Collision IPv6 Research Study Events · These events occur in November 2025. Information Sharing NEW: ICANN86 Fellowship Application Round Now Open Only those who have successfully completed an ICANN Fellowship Program (Fellowship Program Alumni) are eligible to apply for a Policy Forum fellowship. DEADLINE: 10 December 2025 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Webinars NEXT WEEK: Advancing the ICANN Reviews Conversation: Join the Cross Community Group Webinars All community members – including those new to ICANN Reviews – are encouraged to attend by registering for one, or both, of the sessions: Tuesday, 18 November, at 06:00 UTC Tuesday, 18 November, at 18:00 UTC Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> 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=0018CWllR2…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> 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=0018CWllR2…>. 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=0018CWllR2…>. 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=0018CWllR2…> 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 NEXT WEEK: Call for Expressions of Interest for the ICANN Director Nominated by At-Large On behalf of the At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC) Board Candidate Evaluation Committee (BCEC), the At-Large Community is seeking Expressions of Interest (EoIs) from individuals who wish to serve as an ICANN Board Director. The nominated candidate will serve a three-year term starting at the end of ICANN87, which is currently scheduled for 17–22 October 2026. DEADLINE: Friday, 21 November 2025 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> NEXT WEEK: Call for Nominations: 2026 ICANN Leadership Program From 30 September – 21 November 2024, ICANN will issue a call for nominations for the 2026 Leadership Program, scheduled for 5 – 6 March in Mumbai, India, just before the ICANN85 Public Meeting. Current and incoming community leaders interested in participating in the program need to be endorsed by their Supporting Organization, Advisory Committee, or stakeholder group chairs. The ICANN organization will reach out to the respective chairs for nominations and a registration link will be sent directly to individuals who are nominated. The Leadership Program does not provide financial support for travel to Mumbai, but does cover accommodations and offer a stipend for the days a participant is involved in the program. Questions may be sent to Fernanda Iunes at fernanda.iunes(a)icann.org. Announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Updated: ICANN Issues Call for UA Day 2026 Proposals The deadline to submit a proposal has been extended from 9 November 2025 to 24 November 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> ICANN Community Excellence Award: Now Accepting Nominations The Community Excellence Award recognizes ICANN community members who have deeply invested in consensus-based solutions and contributed substantively to the ICANN multistakeholder model. DEADLINE: 8 January 2026 at 23:59 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> ICANN Request for Proposal: New gTLD Program: 2026 Round Background Screening Services Its purpose is to safeguard registrants and the public interest by ensuring that corporations, organizations, and institutions are in good standing and eligible to operate a gTLD. DEADLINE: 23:59 UTC on 16 January 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> ICANN Request for Proposal: Evaluator Panels for String Similarity and Variant Strings for the new gTLD Program: 2026 Round The selected provider(s) will also be required to collaborate with ICANN on the development of evaluation guides for the work conducted by the panels, ensuring that the evaluation processes are transparent, consistent, and repeatable across all gTLD applications. DEADLINE: 23:59 UTC on 16 January 2026 Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> 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=0018CWllR2…>. 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=0018CWllR2…> to get a feel for what belongs in the wiki. Also, feel free to take a look at some data [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…>source suggestions [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Public Comment CLOSES MONDAY: Proposed Next Round Base gTLD Registry Agreement - Public Comment 2 of 2 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 30 September 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 17 November 2025 Draft LAC Regional Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2026–2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 9 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 24 November 2025 ICANN Public Meeting Proposed Dates for 2029–2033 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 13 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 1 December 2025 String Similarity Evaluation Data for New gTLD Program: Next Round [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 16 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Thursday, 4 December 2025 Registration Data Request Service (RDRS) Policy Alignment Analysis [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Thursday, 30 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Tuesday, 9 December 2025 Timeline for Urgent Requests for Lawful Disclosure of Nonpublic Registration Data [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Wednesday, 22 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 15 December 2025 Name Collision IPv6 Research Study [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 20 October 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 22 December 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…>. Events These events occur in November 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=0018CWllR2…>. · Training for Fresh Graduates and Women in ICT-Oman 2025 · 2025 Canadian Internet Governance Forum · Seminar on the New gTLD Program: Next Round - Pakistan 2025 · 2025 Youth IGF Canada · Local APIGA 2025 - Pakistan · CIO100 Symposium and Awards 2025 · Bitkom Intellectual Property Working Group Meeting · Engagement Evening for German Internet Community Members · Middle East Network Operators Group 2025 (MENOG'25) Volume 7, Issue 82 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…> | Next Issue: Monday, 17 November 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0018CWllR2…>

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Reminder & Register - APRALO ICANN84 Read-out on Thursday, 13 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

**If you require a dial-out or need to state an apology, please contact At-Large staff at staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> with your preferred number.** ** Please register for Zoom ** *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/QocN15WsRAWo_iwcn89i3Q Please join us and spread the word! Dear All, You are invited to participate in the interactive ICANN84 Read-out organized by the APRALO Policy Forum on Thursday, 13 November 2025 at 06:00 UTC for 90 minutes, featuring At-Large, GAC, GNSO, ccNSO and ICANN84 Fellow panellists from the APAC region. Panellists will discuss their respective key takeaways from ICANN84 and participants are welcomed to join in the conversation aimed at identifying where and how end-users may play a role in any next steps to each of those takeaways. For other times: https://tinyurl.com/35z78wfw The full agenda with panellists and moderator profiles can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/EoCJIg APRALO Policy Forum Wiki Workspace: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/OOrdBg *Registration* for Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/QocN15WsRAWo_iwcn89i3Q 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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