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Please read | Upcoming GNSO Council meeting prep | 13 February 2025 at 21:00 UTC
by Terri Agnew Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

Dear all, A few reminders of prep for the Council meeting on 13 February 2025 at 13:00 UTC. 1. Have question on prep materials for this meeting? Check out the Council Preparatory Materials Cheat Sheet found here<https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lQ9fqEjD-inZWpni7tx_EKij6_19oGvi/edit?u…>. 1. Question of the month and answer found on materials cheat sheet: What materials should I review in support of the Council’s role as Manager of the PDP to track the progress of existing Council projects as well as planned activities? 1. All documents mentioned on the Council agenda<https://community.icann.org/x/eQByG> will be listed on the Document wiki page<https://community.icann.org/x/HgBbGQ> for easy referral. If there are any topics you would like to see appear on future Council agendas, please do not hesitate to add them to the Council Topics Google doc. <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.google.com/document/d/1FSNlAHTjbWAz…> 1. Please consult the Project Management Portfolio<https://community.icann.org/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=150178769>, in particular the Action Decision Radar<https://community.icann.org/x/14vzC> and the Project List<https://community.icann.org/x/1YvzC> . 1. If you fear you may run into connectivity issues or may not make it on the call, please have an officer of your SG/C fill in the Council Absence Notification form<https://www.icann.org/forms/gnso_notification>. We do have a vote on 13 February 2025. Thank you! Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Post call recordings | Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) | Wednesday, 12 February 2025
by Terri Agnew Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

Dear all, The recordings are now posted on the wiki agenda page<https://community.icann.org/x/KAD5HQ> for the Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Appointed Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) meeting that took place on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 13:00 UTC. If the wiki doesn’t open for you, please be patient and try again shortly. Here are the recording links to have handy. Audio only: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/play/1p6dFkcIUuRH7zH9osy0-u5KbrrBo_CcJz3pDxuAiC37… Zoom: https://icann.zoom.us/rec/share/xM8WhdUoHA_xqj52Nja9Yswa-HAtkLm1zkpmAopuNir… Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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REMINDER | Meeting Invitation | GNSO Council Meeting | Thursday, 13 February
by Terri Agnew Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

Dear all, The GNSO Council meeting is scheduled on Thursday, 13 February 2025 at 21:00 UTC for 2 hours. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> and the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/eQByG Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/5zh8rb2v Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/91048235847?pwd=bmEHjk0uYT3sR2DIoE0c0yw4HKbM6O.1 Passcode: mkt7*ULa9b If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 910 4823 5847 Passcode: 9213420189 Or One tap mobile : +13462487799,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (Houston) +16699006833,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (San Jose) If you are joining via audio only: International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/a6JrPP2u5 Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode. Please note that all documents<https://community.icann.org/x/HgBbGQ> referenced in the agenda will be gathered on a Wiki page for convenient and easy access. Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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**Starting in 15 minutes | Meeting Invitation | Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) | Wednesday, 12 February 2025
by Terri Agnew Feb. 12, 2025

Feb. 12, 2025

**Starting in 15 minutes Dear all, The Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 13:00 UTC for 60 minutes. This meeting will be recorded for those who are unable to make it. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> and the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/KAD5HQ Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/26ke7b9z Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/96611661142?pwd=K2VpaHlzNkNuY1J6YzRYcW1sd0VjUT09 Meeting ID: 966 1166 1142 Passcode: Z4B3SUR!U& --- One tap mobile +13126266799,,96611661142#,,,,*0505103780# US (Chicago) +13462487799,,96611661142#,,,,*0505103780# US (Houston) Meeting ID: 966 1166 1142 Passcode: 0505103780 Find your local number: https://icann.zoom.us/u/actl7q9Q9B Thank you. Kind regards, Devan Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Policy and Implementation Policy Status Report - documents for upcoming GNSO Council meeting
by Caitlin Tubergen Feb. 11, 2025

Feb. 11, 2025

Dear Councilors, Please find below the documents for Item 5 on the Council’s February agenda: Next Steps for Policy and Implementation Policy Status Report. Peter Eakin, from ICANN org, will be discussing next steps now that the Policy Status Report is finalized. Policy and Implementation Recommendations PSR - Final Version https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eVI6n_KC0ayvAx4Nk4gE9FzXc-gHNjEeOxEYLZZ… PSR Policy and Implementation Actions Table – Final Version https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hSRyRMRRF6LT0eNsSeCNSy9vjVuTk0Z8UCR-UEM… Policy and Implementation Recommendations Potential Actions for Council Consideration - Final Version https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t0uIgQlSUbB0cuCwiQl5enHY7MnO26UKoIoA17-… Thank you. Best regards, Caitlin

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REMINDER | Meeting Invitation | Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) | Wednesday, 12 February 2025
by Devan Reed Feb. 11, 2025

Feb. 11, 2025

Dear all, The Dialogue with GAC, GNSO Council, and Board on EPDP Phase 1 Recommendation 18 (Urgent Requests) meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, 12 February 2025 at 13:00 UTC for 60 minutes. This meeting will be recorded for those who are unable to make it. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> and the ICANN Community Anti-Harassment Policy<https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/community-anti-harassment-policy-2017…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/KAD5HQ Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/26ke7b9z Join Zoom Meeting https://icann.zoom.us/j/96611661142?pwd=K2VpaHlzNkNuY1J6YzRYcW1sd0VjUT09 Meeting ID: 966 1166 1142 Passcode: Z4B3SUR!U& --- One tap mobile +13126266799,,96611661142#,,,,*0505103780# US (Chicago) +13462487799,,96611661142#,,,,*0505103780# US (Houston) Meeting ID: 966 1166 1142 Passcode: 0505103780 Find your local number: https://icann.zoom.us/u/actl7q9Q9B Thank you. Kind regards, Devan Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP
by Julie Bisland Feb. 10, 2025

Feb. 10, 2025

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <digest(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, February 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=82aeae63-eba1-49b1-8186-52f73f85ce78…] Monday, 10 February 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=001Av87BQb…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> 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 ICANN82 · ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds · Register Now for ICANN82 Information Sharing · NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP · ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program · ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Webinars · WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO · ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations · DNS Training Webinars for ISPs · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets · Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget · DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews Events · These events occur in February 2025. ICANN82 ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN82 Prep Week will be held Monday through Wednesday, 24–26 February 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds Generic and SO/AC specific ICANN82 Zoom backgrounds are now available here. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Register Now for ICANN82 ICANN82 will be held 8 - 13 March 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Seattle Hotel. Prep Week (Online Only): 24 - 26 February 2025 Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Information Sharing NEW: ICANN Announces the Support Applicant Review Panel Provider for ASP RSM's team is equipped with the appropriate evaluation skills and diverse experience to conduct fair and objective assessments of globally diverse ASP applicants. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program ICANN has opened the Registry Service Provider (RSP) Evaluation Program for the New Generic TopLevel Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The RSP Evaluation Program was created to streamline the evaluation of gTLD applications by separating the evaluation of the technical aspects of operating the gTLD from the application for the name. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> 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=001Av87BQb…>. 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>. 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=001Av87BQb…>. 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=001Av87BQb…> 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=001Av87BQb…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Webinars WEDNESDAY: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 (12:00 - 13:00 UTC) Read more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain RegistrationsI Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025, at 15:00 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> DNS Training Webinars for ISPs ICANN's Technical Engagement team from the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, in collaboration with the Internet Service Providers and Connectivity Providers (ISPCP) constituency, is excited to announce a series of training sessions focusing on topics related to the Domain Name System (DNS). These sessions are intended for all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) globally. Please see the Sessions for ISPs below. Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:00 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:30 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Action Items Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), and the ICANN Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 28 March 2025 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Public Comment ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> Open for Submissions: 23 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…>. Events These events occur in February 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=001Av87BQb…>. · IIC Annual Asia Digital Communications and Media Forum 2025 · Kenya’s Internet Resilience Post June internet Disruption: Roundtable on Business and Human Rights · 2025 State of the Net · ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Kenya · Middle East and Adjoining Countries School on Internet Governance (MEAC-SIG) 2025 Volume 7, Issue 12 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 13 February 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001Av87BQb…>

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Meeting Invitation | Pre-ICANN82 GNSO Council Webinar | Thursday, 20 February 2025 at 21:00 UTC
by Devan Reed Feb. 6, 2025

Feb. 6, 2025

Dear all, The Pre-ICANN82 GNSO Council Webinar is scheduled on Thursday, 20 February 2025 at 21:00 UTC for 60 minutes. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/NAAaHw Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/2s4zavr5 GNSO Council members are expected to join and will be panelists. Questions will be taken from GNSO Council only. Observers are welcome and will be in listen-only mode. Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/91048235847?pwd=bmEHjk0uYT3sR2DIoE0c0yw4HKbM6O.1 Passcode: mkt7*ULa9b If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 910 4823 5847 Passcode: 9213420189 Or One tap mobile : +13462487799,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (Houston) +16699006833,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (San Jose) If you are joining via audio only: International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/a6JrPP2u5 Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode. Thank you. Kind regards, Devan Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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Pre-ICANN82 GNSO Council Webinar
by ICANN Policy Calendar Feb. 6, 2025

Feb. 6, 2025

Meeting: Pre-ICANN82 GNSO Council Webinar Date/Time: Thursday, 20 February 2025 at 21:00 UTC for 60 minutes. Before joining the call: Please be sure you have read the Expected Standards of Behavior <https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.icann.org_resource…> Visit the Wiki Agenda page: https://community.icann.org/x/NAAaHw Check your time zone: https://tinyurl.com/2s4zavr5 GNSO Council members are expected to join and will be panelists. Questions will be taken from GNSO Council only. Observers are welcome and will be in listen-only mode. Councilors should notify the GNSO Secretariat in advance if they will not be able to attend and/or need a dial out call, gnso-secs(a)icann.org<mailto:gnso-secs@icann.org> Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://icann.zoom.us/j/91048235847?pwd=bmEHjk0uYT3sR2DIoE0c0yw4HKbM6O.1 Passcode: mkt7*ULa9b If joining Zoom via Zoom App the following will be required: Webinar ID: 910 4823 5847 Passcode: 9213420189 Or One tap mobile : +13462487799,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (Houston) +16699006833,,91048235847#,,,,*9213420189# US (San Jose) If you are joining via audio only: International numbers available: https://icann.zoom.us/u/a6JrPP2u5 Observers are welcome to join, they will be in a read-only and listen-only mode.

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: Extended submission period for input on 'Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews
by Terri Agnew Feb. 6, 2025

Feb. 6, 2025

FYI [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=ded7a14a-da21-4a59-b6cb-f4d53527aece…] Thursday, 06 February 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=001GCGK-fz…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> 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 ICANN82 · ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available · ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds · Register Now for ICANN82 Information Sharing · NEW: Extended submission period for input on 'Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews · NEW: ICANN Publishes Internationalized Domain Names Reputation Block List Analysis · NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN83 Fellowship · NEW: ICANN's Commitment to WSIS+20: Progress and Opportunities · NEW: New Approach to ICANN Regional Engagement in Latin America and The Caribbean · ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program · ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers Webinars · NEW: ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations · NEXT WEEK: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO · DNS Training Webinars for ISPs · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP · Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions Public Comment · TOMORROW: Third Proceeding for Proposed Language for Draft Sections of Next Round AGB · ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets · Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget · DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews Events · These events occur in January and February 2025. ICANN82 ICANN82 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN82 Prep Week will be held Monday through Wednesday, 24–26 February 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> ICANN82 Zoom Backgrounds Generic and SO/AC specific ICANN82 Zoom backgrounds are now available here. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Register Now for ICANN82 ICANN82 will be held 8 - 13 March 2025 at the Hyatt Regency Seattle Hotel. Prep Week (Online Only): 24 - 26 February 2025 Read more and register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Information Sharing NEW: Extended submission period for input on 'Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews The public comment on 'Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews'" will now close on 21 March 2025. Public Comment. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> NEW: ICANN Publishes Internationalized Domain Names Reputation Block List Analysis Security systems throughout the Internet use RBLs to block those domain names and prevent malicious activity. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> NEW: ICANN Announces Recipients of the ICANN83 Fellowship A total of 40 fellows residing in 33 countries will take part in the meeting 9–12 June 2025 in Prague, Czech Republic. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> NEW: ICANN's Commitment to WSIS+20: Progress and Opportunities ICANN has undertaken several initiatives to ensure the technical community's perspectives are focused on the WSIS+20 discussions. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> NEW: New Approach to ICANN Regional Engagement in Latin America and The Caribbean ICANN is pleased to announce a fresh approach to its regional engagement in the Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) region, building on years of commitment to increasing its global presence and fostering local involvement. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> ICANN Opens Application Period for New gTLD Applicant Support Program ICANN has opened the application submission period for the Applicant Support Program (ASP), part the New Generic Top-Level Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The ASP provides financial and nonfinancial assistance to qualified, eligible entities who plan to apply for a new gTLD. The application window will be open for 12 months. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> ICANN Opens New gTLD Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program ICANN has opened the Registry Service Provider (RSP) Evaluation Program for the New Generic TopLevel Domains (gTLD) Program: Next Round. The RSP Evaluation Program was created to streamline the evaluation of gTLD applications by separating the evaluation of the technical aspects of operating the gTLD from the application for the name. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> 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=001GCGK-fz…>. 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>. 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=001GCGK-fz…>. 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=001GCGK-fz…> 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=001GCGK-fz…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Webinars NEW: ICANN Webinar to Discuss INFERMAL, a Project Focused on Malicious Domain Registrations Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025, at 15:00 UTC Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> NEXT WEEK: ICANN Webinar Series Europe - Meet Kurtis Lindqvist: ICANN's President & CEO Date: Wednesday, 12 February 2025 (12:00 - 13:00 UTC) Read more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> DNS Training Webinars for ISPs ICANN's Technical Engagement team from the Office of the Chief Technology Officer, in collaboration with the Internet Service Providers and Connectivity Providers (ISPCP) constituency, is excited to announce a series of training sessions focusing on topics related to the Domain Name System (DNS). These sessions are intended for all Internet Service Providers (ISPs) globally. Please see the Sessions for ISPs below. Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: ICANN & ISPCP Date: Thursday, February 20, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:00 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Webinar - DNS Training Session for ISPs: DNS related threats Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025, 15:00 UTC to 16:30 UTC Learn more and Register now. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Action Items Apply Now for ICANN Leadership Positions The Nominating Committee (NomCom) of ICANN is accepting applications for key leadership positions within ICANN's Supporting Organizations and Advisory Committees, Public Technical Identifiers (PTI), and the ICANN Board of Directors. The deadline to submit applications is 28 March 2025 at 23:59 Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Public Comment TOMORROW: Third Proceeding for Proposed Language for Draft Sections of Next Round AGB [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Open for Submissions: 19 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 07 February 2025 ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 Draft PTI FY26 Operating Plan and Budget [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Open for Submissions: 17 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 14 February 2025 DEADLINE EXTENDED: Proposed Updates to the Operating Standards for Specific Reviews [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…> Open for Submissions: 23 December 2024 Closed for Submissions: 21 March 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001GCGK-fz…>. Events These events occur in January and February 2025. 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