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** 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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Invitation: APrIGF WSIS+20 WEBINAR INVITATION: 17 November 2025, 3:00 UTC
by Amrita Choudhury Nov. 12, 2025

Nov. 12, 2025

Dear all, The APrIGF Working Group on WSIS+20 would like to invite you to the upcoming APrIGF WSIS+20 webinar “Asia Pacific Views on WSIS+20 Revision 1” taking place on Monday, 17 November 2025, 03:00 UTC to 04:00 UTC. Find out more and register now: https://igf.asia/APRIGFRev1Webinar [image: image.png] Thank you and looking forward to seeing many of you virtually on 17 November 2025 at 3:00 UTC. Regards Amrita

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APRALO Monthly
by ICANN Policy Calendar Nov. 7, 2025

Nov. 7, 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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APRALO ICANN84 Read-out
by ICANN Policy Calendar Nov. 7, 2025

Nov. 7, 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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APRALO Bytes - Latin Script Diacritics, 6 Nov 2025
by Justine Chew Nov. 6, 2025

Nov. 6, 2025

Dear all, We are pleased to release the next *APRALO Byte*, which is on the topic of *Latin Script Diacritics*, published at https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/APRALO/pages/412844037/AP… (click on 'Read more'). Kind regards, APRALO Leadership Team ---------------------- *APRALO Bytes* (see: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/BYCbG) 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 discours*e in such issues/topics. Feedback and contributions are welcomed; please reach out if you wish to contribute a Byte.

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Comments on the APRALO Statement on Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document requested by 6 Nov.
by Amrita Choudhury Nov. 6, 2025

Nov. 6, 2025

Dear All, The submission date for comments on the Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document is tomorrow 7 November. APRALO is drafting a Statement on Second Draft of the RIR Governance Document , please share your inputs/ suggestions in "COMMENT MODE" the draft Statement <https://docs.google.com/document/d/12yzKwYvZ26CnWJ7OV9T4AAgXTKM67vWDddDe0_7…> by* EOD today (6 November).* Regards Amrita

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20th Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum 2025 – Information
by Mohammad Abdul Haque Oct. 28, 2025

Oct. 28, 2025

[image: 01.-Banner-Design_12ft-x-5ft.jpg] Dear Colleagues, Greetings from the Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF). This is for your kind information that the *20th Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF) 2025* will be organized by the Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum as part of our ongoing efforts to foster inclusive national dialogue on Internet governance. *Event Details:* 🌐 *20th Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum (BIGF) 2025* 📅 *30–31 October & 1 November 2025* 📍 *International Mother Language Institute, Dhaka, Bangladesh* 🎯 *Theme:* *Building Digital Governance in the Global South* Since its inception in 2006, BIGF has served as Bangladesh’s national platform for inclusive dialogue on Internet governance—aligned with the UN Internet Governance Forum (UN IGF). Over the past two decades, BIGF has brought together government, civil society, private sector, academia, media, youth, and the technical community to foster collaboration, innovation, and policy guidance for a secure and inclusive digital future. This milestone 20th edition will focus on four key subthemes: • Digital Trust and Resilience • Sustainable and Responsible Innovation • Universal Access and Digital Rights • Digital Cooperation More information is available at: www.bangladeshigf.org Warm regards, *Anu* -------------------------- *Mohammad Abdul Haque* *Secretary General | Bangladesh Internet Governance Forum |* *Member** | **MSG** | **Asia Pacific Regional Internet Governance Forum** |* *Executive Editor | The Monthly Computer Jagat |* *Chairman **| Arpon Communication Limited |* *General Body Member** | FBCCI ** |*

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Meeting at 16h30 UTC today - APRALO Meets NextGen@ICANN84
by ICANN At-Large Staff Oct. 27, 2025

Oct. 27, 2025

Dear APRALO and EURALO Community, Please join us for the session APRALO Meets NextGen@ICANN84 from 16h30-17h30 today, in Forum 2, At-Large room on the Ground Floor APRALO Meets NextGen@ICANN84 Session Details: https://icann84.sched.com/event/29QJg/apralo-meets-nextgenicann84 Agenda: 1. Welcome to the meeting by APRALO and EURALO -(5mins) - Amrita Choudhury, Chair APRALO & Sébastien Bachollet, Chair EURALO 2. Round of Introductions (10 mins) - NextGen@ICANN84 Participants<https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-announces-nextgenicann…> & RALO Leadership Amrita Choudhury 3. Introduction to APRALO and engaging opportunities (10 mins) 4. Open Conversation (30 mins)- All 5. Wrap-up and Concrete Next Steps (5 mins) - Amrita Choudhury, APRALO Chair Looking forward to welcoming you in person or remotely! 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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Announcement of ALAC Appointed-NextGen Mentor ICANN5-87
by Heidi Ullrich Oct. 24, 2025

Oct. 24, 2025

Dear All, On behalf of Jonathan Zuck, Chair of the ALAC, this is to announce that Alfredo Calderon has been selected to be the ALAC Appointed-NextGen Mentor between ICANN85-87. The selection process consisted of the members of the ALAC Appointee Selection Committee (AASC) reviewing and ranking 14 candidate Expression of Interest (EOI) documents for the position of NextGen Mentor. The AASC sent the name of their selected candidate to the ALAC on 16 October 2025. The ALAC held a Consensus call ending on Monday, 20 October 2025. Please note that until such time as an ALAC Appointee Metrics framework is adopted by the ALAC, the ALAC Appointed-NextGen Mentor will be requested by the ALAC Leadership to participate in selected ALAC/At-Large activities. He/She may also be requested to provide periodic reports on his/her mentorship work. Such reports may be verbal or in written form, and notice will be given to the ALAC Appointee on the timing of such reports. Congratulations to Alfredo. Many thanks to all the candidates that applied for the position of ALAC Appointed-NextGen Mentor. Kind regards, At-Large Staff 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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Fwd: Launch of New UNESCO-Oxford MOOC on AI and Digital Transformation in Government - CCAOI/South Asia IGF
by Amrita Choudhury Oct. 22, 2025

Oct. 22, 2025

Hi All, UNESCO is launching an online course on AI and Digital Transformation in Government to help civil servants upskill. This may be something interesting for the civil servants in your respective countries. Request if you can circulate. - Launch Date: 10 November 2025 - Languages: English and Spanish (other language versions to follow) - Registration Link: https://secure.sbs.ox.ac.uk/corporate/landingPage.do?method=load&corporateG… - Official Trailer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPVBS8zCWK4 Please refer to the message below for more information on the course! Best regards, Amrita We’re excited to share a new opportunity that could make a meaningful difference for public sector professionals navigating the digital age. UNESCO and the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School are launching a free online course titled “AI and Digital Transformation in Government”, starting 10 November 2025. It’s designed for civil servants and public leaders at all levels with no technical background required! Here’s what you can expect: - *12 hours of guided learning* on AI, ethics, human rights, inclusive service design, and leadership for digital transformation - Available in *English and Spanish* (other language versions coming soon) - A *certificate* jointly issued by UNESCO and Oxford upon completion - Practical insights into using generative AI tools responsibly in the public sector - *Completely free* This course was co-developed a global network of Schools of Public Administration and research institutions from over 50 countries, which ensures the content is relevant and impactful across diverse governance contexts. *Register here*: https://oxsbs.link/unesco - *Launch Date:* 10 November 2025 - *Languages:* English and Spanish (other language versions to follow) - *Registration Link: **https://secure.sbs.ox.ac.uk/corporate/landingPage.do?method=load&corporateGroupId=2294264 <https://secure.sbs.ox.ac.uk/corporate/landingPage.do?method=load&corporateG…>* - *Official Trailer **on YouTube: * https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPVBS8zCWK4 Feel free to share this opportunity with your team, network, and anyone who might benefit. Warm regards, *Prateek Sibal (He/Him)* Programme Specialist Digital Policies and Digital Transformation Section Communication and Information Sector UNESCO, Paris, France

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