The reason for the output being crafted as guidance instead of clear recommendations was because the participation in the survey was very low despite it being open for an extended amount of time over Dec 2021 to mid Jan 2022.

In any case, expressions of support were received at the said monthly teleconference and on that basis, we would like to proceed with the rough plan we have for the APF for this year, which is summarized as follows:

1. Maintain Selective Focus

• Find new ways to simplify engagement, allow for ease of understanding, increase discussion opportunities
• Support and avoid duplicating CPWG efforts
• Conduct periodic review on effectiveness of modus operandi

3. Continue with existing initiatives

• APRALO Mentoring Program (an APRALO initiative beyond APF)
• APRALO Register of Skills & Interests (Project RoSI)
• APRALO Hot Topics Survey (HTS) 2022

On a final note, if the above list excites you enough to want to join the APF to help further develop the plan and to implement it, please do not 'reply all' but instead, please email At-Large Staff <staff@atlarge.icann.org> only to express your interest. Existing APF members need not contact staff unless you wish to drop out of the APF.

Thank you and kind regards,