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Re: Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure
by Devan Reed May 28, 2025

May 28, 2025

Hi Greg and all, This will be posted shortly to the motions wiki page<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/NKifBg>. This will need a second. Please email the GNSO Council mailing list to do so. Thank you! Kind regards, Devan From: "DiBiase, Gregory via council" <council(a)icann.org> Reply-To: "DiBiase, Gregory" <dibiase(a)amazon.com> Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:49 PM To: "Council(a)icann.org" <council(a)icann.org> Subject: [council] Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure * Attachment protected by Amazon: * Whois IAG Consent Agenda Motion June.docx [us-west-2.secure-attach.amazon.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us-west-2.secure-attach.amazon.com/a28d1…> Amazon has replaced the attachment in this email with a download link. Downloads will be available until June 27, 2025, 17:49 (UTC+00:00). Tell us what you think [amazonexteu.qualtrics.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/amazonexteu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eh…> For more information click here [docs.secure-attach.amazon.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/docs.secure-attach.amazon.com/guide__;!!…> Apologies- I attached an earlier draft of the motion in my last email. The correct one is now attached. From: DiBiase, Gregory Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10:46 AM To: Council(a)icann.org Subject: Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motion to defer further work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure. The motion reflects our discussion of this subject at last Council meeting and will be voted on in our June meeting. Thanks, Greg

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Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure
by DiBiase, Gregory May 28, 2025

May 28, 2025

Attachment protected by Amazon: [Whois IAG Consent Agenda Motion June.docx] https://us-west-2.secure-attach.amazon.com/a28d13c6-94c3-4e6f-b910-c339e740… Amazon has replaced the attachment in this email with a download link. Downloads will be available until June 27, 2025, 17:49 (UTC+00:00). [Tell us what you think] https://amazonexteu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ehuz6zGo8YnsRKK [For more information click here] https://docs.secure-attach.amazon.com/guide Apologies- I attached an earlier draft of the motion in my last email. The correct one is now attached. From: DiBiase, Gregory Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10:46 AM To: Council(a)icann.org Subject: Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motion to defer further work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure. The motion reflects our discussion of this subject at last Council meeting and will be voted on in our June meeting. Thanks, Greg

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Motion to Defer Further Work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure
by DiBiase, Gregory May 28, 2025

May 28, 2025

Attachment protected by Amazon: [Whois IAG Consent Agenda Motion.docx] https://us-east-1.secure-attach.amazon.com/ba8f7f09-88af-4b3f-99e2-1d36eb03… Amazon has replaced the attachment in this email with a download link. Downloads will be available until June 27, 2025, 17:46 (UTC+00:00). [Tell us what you think] https://amazonexteu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ehuz6zGo8YnsRKK [For more information click here] https://docs.secure-attach.amazon.com/guide Dear Councilors, Please see the attached motion to defer further work on Whois Implementation Advisory Group and the Whois Conflicts Procedure. The motion reflects our discussion of this subject at last Council meeting and will be voted on in our June meeting. Thanks, Greg

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REMINDER | Document and Motion deadline | Sunday, 01 June 2025 at 23:59 UTC for GNSO Council Meeting 11 June 2025 at 11:45 UTC (13:45 CEST)
by Terri Agnew May 27, 2025

May 27, 2025

Dear all, Reports, motions, and documents for consideration are due no later than (NLT) 10 days in advance (i.e. Sunday, 01 June 2025 at 23:59 UTC) for the GNSO Council Meeting on Wednesday, 11 June 2025 11:45 UTC (13:45 CEST) Motions should be sent to the Council mailing list by a councilor and will then be posted on the Motions Wiki at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/NKifBg Thank you. Kind regards, Terri Policy Team Supporting the GNSO

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FW: [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to ICANN SO/AC Leadership - Update on ICANN Reviews
by Devan Reed May 27, 2025

May 27, 2025

FYI This will be posted shortly on the GNSO Correspondence page: https://gnso.icann.org/en/council/correspondence/2025 From: Wendy Profit <wendy.profit(a)icann.org> Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:49 AM Subject: [CORRESPONDENCE] Tripti Sinha to ICANN SO/AC Leadership - Update on ICANN Reviews Dear SO/AC Chairs, Please find the attached letter from Tripti Sinha with an update on the ICANN Reviews. Thank you and best regards, Wendy Profit Board Operations Senior Manager ICANN

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FW: [Ext] NEW: Prep Week: ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community - Topic: Reviews
by Julie Bisland May 26, 2025

May 26, 2025

FYI: From: ICANN Community Digest <digest(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Monday, May 26, 2025 at 10:04 AM To: Julie Bisland <julie.bisland(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: Prep Week: ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community - Topic: Reviews [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=727968f1-c99e-499e-9864-1a582b7c827f…] Monday, 26 May 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=0016I2v7ow…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> 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 ICANN83 · ICANN83 Schedule · Zoom Backgrounds · ICANN83 Policy Outlook Report · GNSO Policy Briefing · NEW: Prep Week: ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community - Topic: Reviews · NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions Information Sharing · NEW: Transparency on the Updated Assumptions in the Adopted ICANN FY26 Budget · NEW: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies · ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open · ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group · Call for ASP Mentors Webinars · ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook Public Comment · TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs · Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs · Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 · Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration · Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs · PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies Events · These events occur in May 2025. ICANN83 ICANN83 Schedule [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Zoom Backgrounds [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> ICANN83 Policy Outlook Report [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> GNSO Policy Briefing [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> NEW: Prep Week: ICANN Board Engagement with the ICANN Community - Topic: Reviews The ICANN Board is eager to continue its dialogue with the community on the future of ICANN Reviews. Join this special hot topic session on 28 May as part of ICANN83 Prep Week. 🗓️ Mark your calendar and save the link: https://go.icann.org/3GUDab6 Session Details: As ICANN has grown, Reviews have played a key role in assessing its continued accountability, transparency, and effectiveness. Over the past several meetings, the Board has heard from the ICANN community a strong interest in rethinking how these Review processes can evolve to meet the needs of the future. In this session, the ICANN Board will continue its dialogue with the community, focusing on the path ahead. Attendees will be encouraged to share their thoughts on what success looks like for an ongoing community dialogue, and how we can shape a sustainable Review process together. NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions There will be two sessions at ICANN83: Tuesday, 10 June from 10:45-12:15 and Wednesday, 11 June from 10:45-12:15. On 10 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. ICANN vs. the EU’s DSA: 1–0? ICANN’s INFERMAL Project and the Proactive Detection of Malicious Domain Registrations [Presented by Iris Tuijaerts] 2. Governance Processes at Internet Exchange Points [Presented by Sophia Longwe] 3. Accountability in Internet Governance [Presented by Mira Gillis] 4. Misconfigured CNAMEs, Subdomain Takeover, and Implications for the Economics of PKI [Presented by Movitz Sunar] 5. DNS and Zero Trust Architecture: the role of ICANN [Presented by Massioudath Bankole] 6. Securing the Root: A Control Plane Approach for TLD Stability [Presented by Suncica Rosic] On 11 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. Network Shutdowns and Internet Governance [Presented by Ankita Rathi] 2. AI diversity or just more of Digital Colonialism? - Indigenous Data and AI Training [Presented by José Renato Laranjeira de Pereira] 3. The Effectiveness of State-Imposed Internet Shutdowns as a Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Africa [Presented by Aaron Promise Mbah] 4. Digital Sovereignty in Latin America [Presented by Laila Lorenzon] 5. Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Youth Through Inclusive Internet Governance [Presented by Barnabas Peter] 6. The New Digital Divide: When AI Consumes the Infrastructure Before People Do [Presented by Ayoub Ghamas] Information Sharing NEW: Transparency on the Updated Assumptions in the Adopted ICANN FY26 Budget Community participation and engagement in ICANN's planning process is a cornerstone of our transparency and accountability to our stakeholders. This blog is a follow up to the recent announcement [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> that on 3 May 2025, the ICANN Board adopted the ICANN FY26–30 Operating and Financial Plan and the ICANN FY26 Operating Plan and Budget (collectively, the 2026 ICANN Plans). Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> NEW: PSR on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies In response to a Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Council resolution for a Policy Status Report (PSR) on the for the Expired Domain Deletion Policy (EDDP) and Expired Registration Recovery Policy (ERRP), The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Organization has drafted the report and has now posted this report for Public Comment. The PSR examines how both the EDDP and ERRP perform based on three overarching goals: uniformity, clarity, and sufficient notice. ICANN org invites any individual or group with an interest in this PSR to provide comments to aid ICANN org in the evaluation and assessment of the EDDP and ERRP as they currently stand. You can find the Public Comment Proceeding here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…>. 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=0016I2v7ow…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> 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=0016I2v7ow…>. 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=0016I2v7ow…>. 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=0016I2v7ow…> 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=0016I2v7ow…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Action Items Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open The purpose of the survey is to get an understanding of how well-known and trusted the Office is within the ICANN community. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> 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=0016I2v7ow…>. 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=0016I2v7ow…> 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>. Webinars ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook The aim is to prepare the ICANN community for the final Public Comment proceeding on proposed language for the Applicant Guidebook. Date: Tuesday, 3 June, at 04:00-05:30 UTC and 16:30-18:00 UTC Read More and Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Public Comment TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: 14 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: 27 May 2025 Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 02 June 2025 Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 25 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Friday, 06 June 2025 Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 28 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 16 June 2025 Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025 PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date:30 June 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…>. Events These events occur in May 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=0016I2v7ow…>. · 2025 Africa School on Internet Governance · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Tanzania (Dar Es Salaam) · 2025 Africa Internet Governance Forum Volume 7, Issue 40 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…> | Next Issue: Thursday, 29 May 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0016I2v7ow…>

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FW: IPC GNSO Councilor Election for 2025-2027
by Devan Reed May 23, 2025

May 23, 2025

Dear all, Please find below the IPC GNSO Councilor Election Results. Congratulations, Damon! Kind regards, Devan From: Brenda Brewer <brenda.brewer(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM To: GNSO-Secs <gnso-secs(a)icann.org> Cc: IPC-Leadership <ipc-leadership(a)icann.org> Subject: IPC GNSO Councilor Election for 2025-2027 Dear GNSO Secretariats, IPC announces the re-election of Damon Ashcraft as GNSO Councilor Rep for 2025-2027 term. Thank you. Kind regards, Brenda

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Draft Minutes of the 15 May 2025 GNSO Council Meeting
by John Emery May 23, 2025

May 23, 2025

Dear Councilors, Attached, please find the draft minutes of the GNSO Council Meeting held on 15 May 2025. If there are no comments, these minutes will be published on the website as approved, according to the GNSO Rules of Procedure section 3.5: "If no objections are received within 10 days, the minutes will be deemed to have been approved for posting" on 2 June. Thank you. Sincerely, John R. Emery, Ph.D. Policy Development Support Senior Specialist Generic Names Supporting Organization (GNSO) Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
by Devan Reed May 22, 2025

May 22, 2025

FYI · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 19 May 2025 · NEW: ICANN Opens Search for Heads of E&IT, Government Engagement, Human Resources · NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics From: ICANN Community Digest <digest(a)icann.ccsend.com> Reply-To: "policyinfo(a)icann.org" <policyinfo(a)icann.org> Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 11:59 AM To: Devan Reed <devan.reed(a)icann.org> Subject: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=22ac56ae-5f66-4a3f-b1cd-d7eec7f03780…] Thursday, 22 May 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=0013IKnKph…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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 ICANN83 · NEW: 10 Things to Know About Prague Before ICANN83 · NEW: NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions · ICANN83 Schedule Now Available · ICANN83 Prep Week Schedule Now Available Information Sharing · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 19 May 2025 · NEW: ICANN Opens Search for Heads of E&IT, Government Engagement, Human Resources · NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · NEW: A Week of Collaboration in Bahrain · NEW: Press Release: New Research Reveals Marketing Leaders See Strong Potential in gTLDs Despite Knowledge Gap · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open · ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group · Call for ASP Mentors Webinars · ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook Public Comment · NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Proposal for Thaana Script Root Zone Label Generation Rules · TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs · Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs · Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 · Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration · Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs · PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies Events · These events occur in May 2025. ICANN83 NEW: 10 Things to Know About Prague Before ICANN83 We look forward to welcoming you to Prague for ICANN83, where important discussions meet a city full of history, culture, and inspiration. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions There will be two sessions at ICANN83: Tuesday, 10 June from 10:45-12:15 and Wednesday, 11 June from 10:45-12:15. On 10 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. ICANN vs. the EU’s DSA: 1–0? ICANN’s INFERMAL Project and the Proactive Detection of Malicious Domain Registrations [Presented by Iris Tuijaerts] 2. Governance Processes at Internet Exchange Points [Presented by Sophia Longwe] 3. Accountability in Internet Governance [Presented by Mira Gillis] 4. Misconfigured CNAMEs, Subdomain Takeover, and Implications for the Economics of PKI [Presented by Movitz Sunar] 5. DNS and Zero Trust Architecture: the role of ICANN [Presented by Massioudath Bankole] 6. Securing the Root: A Control Plane Approach for TLD Stability [Presented by Suncica Rosic] On 11 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. Network Shutdowns and Internet Governance [Presented by Ankita Rathi] 2. AI diversity or just more of Digital Colonialism? - Indigenous Data and AI Training [Presented by José Renato Laranjeira de Pereira] 3. The Effectiveness of State-Imposed Internet Shutdowns as a Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Africa [Presented by Aaron Promise Mbah] 4. Digital Sovereignty in Latin America [Presented by Laila Lorenzon] 5. Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Youth Through Inclusive Internet Governance [Presented by Barnabas Peter] 6. The New Digital Divide: When AI Consumes the Infrastructure Before People Do [Presented by Ayoub Ghamas] ICANN83 Schedule Now Available ICANN is hosting the ICANN83 Policy Forum from 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=0013IKnKph…> ICANN83 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN83 Prep Week will be held Tuesday through Wednesday, 27–28 May 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 19 May 2025 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 19 May 2025 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. NEW: ICANN Opens Search for Heads of E&IT, Government Engagement, Human Resources ICANN is interested in receiving applications from all areas, including internal candidates, the community, and others with relevant qualifications and experience. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: 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=0013IKnKph…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: A Week of Collaboration in Bahrain The energy and commitment of all involved reaffirmed our shared dedication to a secure, stable, and globally representative Internet. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: Press Release: New Research Reveals Marketing Leaders See Strong Potential in gTLDs Despite Knowledge Gap The research surveyed over 2,000 marketing leaders across eight countries with the purpose of creating a picture of the evolving digital marketing landscape and understanding the levels of awareness around gTLDs. Press Release. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Full ICANN Report. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Action Items Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open The purpose of the survey is to get an understanding of how well-known and trusted the Office is within the ICANN community. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…> 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>. Webinars ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook The aim is to prepare the ICANN community for the final Public Comment proceeding on proposed language for the Applicant Guidebook. Date: Tuesday, 3 June, at 04:00-05:30 UTC and 16:30-18:00 UTC Read More and Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Public Comment NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Proposal for Thaana Script Root Zone Label Generation Rules [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: 14 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: 27 May 2025 Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 02 June 2025 Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 25 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Friday, 06 June 2025 Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 28 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 16 June 2025 Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025 PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date:30 June 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. Events These events occur in May 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=0013IKnKph…>. · 2025 INTA Annual Meeting · UA Day 2025 North America Regional Event: Breaking Barriers: Universal Acceptance and Multilingualism as Gateways to Digital Access · ICANN Webinar Series for Europe: Bizarre and Unusual Uses of the DNS · 2025 Africa School on Internet Governance · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Tanzania (Dar Es Salaam) · 2025 Africa Internet Governance Forum Volume 7, Issue 39 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> | Next Issue: Monday, 26 May 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>

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FYI | FW: [Ext] NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics
by Terri Agnew May 22, 2025

May 22, 2025

FYI [https://danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/on.jsp?ca=22ac56ae-5f66-4a3f-b1cd-d7eec7f03780…] Thursday, 22 May 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=0013IKnKph…> Applicant Support Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Registry Service Provider Evaluation Program [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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 ICANN83 · NEW: 10 Things to Know About Prague Before ICANN83 · NEW: NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions · ICANN83 Schedule Now Available · ICANN83 Prep Week Schedule Now Available Information Sharing · NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 19 May 2025 · NEW: ICANN Opens Search for Heads of E&IT, Government Engagement, Human Resources · NEW: ICANN Materials Provide Prospective New gTLD Applicants Clarity on Key Topics · NEW: A Week of Collaboration in Bahrain · NEW: Press Release: New Research Reveals Marketing Leaders See Strong Potential in gTLDs Despite Knowledge Gap · Next Round Champions Toolkit Available in the Six ICANN Languages · ICANNWiki Seeking Volunteers 🚨 Action Items 🚨 · Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open · ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group · Call for ASP Mentors Webinars · ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook Public Comment · NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Proposal for Thaana Script Root Zone Label Generation Rules · TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs · Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs · Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 · Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration · Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs · PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recover Policies Events · These events occur in May 2025. ICANN83 NEW: 10 Things to Know About Prague Before ICANN83 We look forward to welcoming you to Prague for ICANN83, where important discussions meet a city full of history, culture, and inspiration. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: NextGen@ICANN83 Presentation Sessions There will be two sessions at ICANN83: Tuesday, 10 June from 10:45-12:15 and Wednesday, 11 June from 10:45-12:15. On 10 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. ICANN vs. the EU’s DSA: 1–0? ICANN’s INFERMAL Project and the Proactive Detection of Malicious Domain Registrations [Presented by Iris Tuijaerts] 2. Governance Processes at Internet Exchange Points [Presented by Sophia Longwe] 3. Accountability in Internet Governance [Presented by Mira Gillis] 4. Misconfigured CNAMEs, Subdomain Takeover, and Implications for the Economics of PKI [Presented by Movitz Sunar] 5. DNS and Zero Trust Architecture: the role of ICANN [Presented by Massioudath Bankole] 6. Securing the Root: A Control Plane Approach for TLD Stability [Presented by Suncica Rosic] On 11 June, join us for the following presentations: 1. Network Shutdowns and Internet Governance [Presented by Ankita Rathi] 2. AI diversity or just more of Digital Colonialism? - Indigenous Data and AI Training [Presented by José Renato Laranjeira de Pereira] 3. The Effectiveness of State-Imposed Internet Shutdowns as a Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Africa [Presented by Aaron Promise Mbah] 4. Digital Sovereignty in Latin America [Presented by Laila Lorenzon] 5. Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Youth Through Inclusive Internet Governance [Presented by Barnabas Peter] 6. The New Digital Divide: When AI Consumes the Infrastructure Before People Do [Presented by Ayoub Ghamas] ICANN83 Schedule Now Available ICANN is hosting the ICANN83 Policy Forum from 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=0013IKnKph…> ICANN83 Prep Week Schedule Now Available ICANN83 Prep Week will be held Tuesday through Wednesday, 27–28 May 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Information Sharing NEW: Approved Resolutions | Special Meeting of the ICANN Board | 19 May 2025 Please find the Approved Resolutions from the 19 May 2025 Special Meeting of the ICANN Board here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. NEW: ICANN Opens Search for Heads of E&IT, Government Engagement, Human Resources ICANN is interested in receiving applications from all areas, including internal candidates, the community, and others with relevant qualifications and experience. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: 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=0013IKnKph…>. Key Topic Overview Documents. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: A Week of Collaboration in Bahrain The energy and commitment of all involved reaffirmed our shared dedication to a secure, stable, and globally representative Internet. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> NEW: Press Release: New Research Reveals Marketing Leaders See Strong Potential in gTLDs Despite Knowledge Gap The research surveyed over 2,000 marketing leaders across eight countries with the purpose of creating a picture of the evolving digital marketing landscape and understanding the levels of awareness around gTLDs. Press Release. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Full ICANN Report. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…> on where to find reliable data. Happy editing! Action Items Requesting Your Input: Office of the Ombuds Baseline Survey Now Open The purpose of the survey is to get an understanding of how well-known and trusted the Office is within the ICANN community. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> ICANN Call for Nominations: Universal Acceptance Expert Working Group ICANN is inviting the ALAC, ccNSO, GAC, GNSO, and SSAC to each submit one nomination by 25 June 2025. Read more. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> 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=0013IKnKph…>. 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=0013IKnKph…> 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>. Webinars ICANN Webinar Will Introduce Complete Draft Applicant Guidebook The aim is to prepare the ICANN community for the final Public Comment proceeding on proposed language for the Applicant Guidebook. Date: Tuesday, 3 June, at 04:00-05:30 UTC and 16:30-18:00 UTC Read More and Register. [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Public Comment NEW: Public Comment Summary Report: Proposal for Thaana Script Root Zone Label Generation Rules [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> TUESDAY: Governance Document for the Recognition, Maintenance, and Derecognition of RIRs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: 14 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: 27 May 2025 Customer Standing Committee (CSC) changes Process for Amending the IANA SLAs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Tuesday, 22 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 02 June 2025 Africa Regional Plan for Fiscal Years 2026-2030 [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Friday, 25 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Friday, 06 June 2025 Transfer Policy Review Working Group Final Report for ICANN Board Consideration [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 28 April 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 16 June 2025 Updated ICANN Community Participant Code of Conduct Concerning SOIs [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: Monday, 12 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date: Monday, 30 June 2025 PRS on Expired Domain Deletion and Expired Registration Recovery Policies [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> Submissions Opening Date: 15 May 2025 Submissions Closing Date:30 June 2025 See upcoming proceedings [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. See other public consultations [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>. Events These events occur in May 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=0013IKnKph…>. · 2025 INTA Annual Meeting · UA Day 2025 North America Regional Event: Breaking Barriers: Universal Acceptance and Multilingualism as Gateways to Digital Access · ICANN Webinar Series for Europe: Bizarre and Unusual Uses of the DNS · 2025 Africa School on Internet Governance · ICANN Stakeholder Engagement Breakfast: Next Round of New gTLDs - Tanzania (Dar Es Salaam) · 2025 Africa Internet Governance Forum Volume 7, Issue 39 | Archive [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…> | Next Issue: Monday, 26 May 2025 STAY INFORMED: Subscribe here [danh45uab.cc.rs6.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/danh45uab.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=0013IKnKph…>

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