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Meeting invitation: NARALO Monthly Call on Monday, 08 December 2025 at 20:00 UTC
by ICANN At-Large Staff Dec. 8, 2025

Dec. 8, 2025

Dear All, The next NARALO Monthly call is scheduled for Monday, 08 December 2025 at 20:00 UTC 60 minutes. For other times: <https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=+NARALO+Monthly+C…> <https://tinyurl.com/2p9smvyy> HERE<https://tinyurl.com/mumry4y7> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQBHJQ Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94585350284?pwd=HLS78OxGSB6WVyBouaycZ0C9FJoML0.1 Password: M5.Rh7BWJ NARALO Wiki Space: https://community.icann.org/x/N5Qi If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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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**REGISTER** At-Large briefing sessions: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development
by ICANN At-Large Staff Dec. 2, 2025

Dec. 2, 2025

English, Espanol, Francais Please join us and spread the word! Unase a nosotros y comparta con su comunidad! Rejoignez-nous et partagez parmi votre communauté! Dear All, The At-Large Community participates in ICANN policy-making and governance issues predominantly by engaging community members in a bottom-up process to build consensus on positions addressing individual end-user interests that need to be communicated by the ALAC. This communication could take the form of an ALAC Statement for a public comment proceeding, or ALAC correspondence, or ALAC Advice to the Board. Whatever the form of communication, the process by which such an output is developed is normally a bottom-up one and built around informed consensus. Whether you're keen to commence or deepen your participation in this process, or just interested to observe how the At-Large Community develops such outputs, please come join us at one of the two At-Large briefing sessions: Informed Consensus: An Approach to At-Large Position Development, scheduled for: * Tuesday, 02 December 2025 at 19:00 UTC * Agenda page with details (to include zoom registration): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB…> * Thursday, 04 December 2025 at 14:00 UTC * Agenda page with details (to include zoom registration): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYC…> Thank you. Kind regards, *************** ESPANOL: La Comunidad At-Large participa en la formulación de políticas y la gobernanza de la ICANN principalmente mediante la participación de sus miembros en un proceso ascendente para generar consenso sobre las posturas que abordan los intereses individuales de los usuarios finales y que el ALAC debe comunicar. Esta comunicación puede adoptar la forma de una Declaración del ALAC para un procedimiento de comentarios públicos, correspondencia del ALAC o un Asesoramiento del ALAC a la Junta Directiva. Sea cual sea el formato de comunicación, el proceso mediante el cual se desarrolla dicho resultado suele ser ascendente y se basa en un consenso informado. Si desea comenzar o profundizar su participación en este proceso, o simplemente le interesa observar como la comunidad At-Large desarrolla dichos resultados, le invitamos a asistir a una de la dos sesiones informativas de At-Large: Consenso Informado: Un Enfoque para el Desarrollo de la Posición de At-Large, programadas para: * Martes, 2 de diciembre de 2025 a la 19:00 UTC * Agenda con detalles (incluido el registro por Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB…> * Jueves, 4 de diciembre de 2025 a las 14:00 UTC * Agenda con detalles (incluido el registro por Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYC…> Gracias. Saludos Cordiales, *************** FRANÇAIS La Communauté des utilisateurs finaux participe a l’élaboration des politiques et a la gouvernance de l’ICANN principalement en impliquant ses membres dans un processus ascendant visant a dégager un consensus sur les positions qui défendant les intérêts individuels des utilisateurs finaux et qui doivent être communiquées par le Comité Consultatif des utilisateurs finaux (ALAC). Cette communication peut prendre forme d’une déclaration de l’ALAC ou d’un avis de l’ALAC au Conseil d’Administration. Quelle que soit la forme de cette communication, le processus d’élaboration est généralement ascendant et repose sur un consensus éclaire. Que vous souhaitez vous impliquer d’avantage dans ce processus ou simplement observer comment la communauté des membres émancipés élaboré des documents, nous vous invitons a participer a l’une des deux séances d’information qui lui sont destinées: Consensus éclaire: une approche pour l’élaboration des positions des membres émancipés, preuves aux dates suivantes: * Mardi 2 décembre 2025 a 19h00 UTC * Page de l’ordre du jour avec tous les détails (y compris l’inscription Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB6JQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/SQB…> * Jeudi 4 décembre 2025 a 14h00 UTC * Page de l’ordre du jour avec tous les détails (y compris l’inscription Zoom): https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYCYJQ [icann-community.atlassian.net]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AYC…> Merci beaucoup! Salutations cordiales, At-Large Staff ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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Short reprieve
by Glenn McKnight Dec. 1, 2025

Dec. 1, 2025

Hi Folks It looks like I got a very short reprieve on my cancer treatment. This lasted a little more than a month and now I start on a series of Chemo sessions as my CT scan and Ultrasound has shown evidence of spread of the cancer cells. The 18 sessions of Immunotherapy has been generally easy but Chemo is another story. G Glenn McKnight, MA Virtual School of Internet Governance Chief Information Officer www.virtualsig.org *YOUR SOURCE FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE EDUCATION * *Mobile 437-237-4655*

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New Bengali/Bangla course
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 30, 2025

Nov. 30, 2025

We are launching our first full course in Bengali tomorrow with 45 students from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh [image: image.png] Our Urdu and updated French courses are scheduled in the new year. I n addition, our next English course GROUP N starts in February 2nd,2026 Here is the link for the registration is https://forms.gle/m3ZZaedM6PbUXoqT8 G Glenn McKnight, MA Virtual School of Internet Governance Chief Information Officer www.virtualsig.org *YOUR SOURCE FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE EDUCATION * *Mobile 437-237-4655*

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ICANN in Oman for 17-22 October 2026
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 23, 2025

Nov. 23, 2025

I wonder if ICANN has had feedback on the selection process for the meetings. Please see the report from Ammesty International on Oman https://www.amnesty.org/en/location/middle-east-and-north-africa/middle-eas… I have not seen any discussion in the community on this issue. Does anyone support this idea? Glenn Glenn McKnight, MA Virtual School of Internet Governance Chief Information Officer www.virtualsig.org *YOUR SOURCE FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE EDUCATION * *Mobile 437-237-4655*

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NARALO Monthly
by ICANN Policy Calendar Nov. 21, 2025

Nov. 21, 2025

Dear All, The next NARALO Monthly call is scheduled for Monday, 08 December 2025 at 20:00 UTC 60 minutes. For other times: <https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=+NARALO+Monthly+C…> <https://tinyurl.com/2p9smvyy> HERE<https://tinyurl.com/mumry4y7> The agenda and call details can be found at: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/AQBHJQ Zoom Link: https://icann.zoom.us/j/94585350284?pwd=HLS78OxGSB6WVyBouaycZ0C9FJoML0.1 Password: M5.Rh7BWJ NARALO Wiki Space: https://community.icann.org/x/N5Qi If you require a dial-out please contact At-Large staff at: staff(a)atlarge.icann.org<mailto:staff@atlarge.icann.org> 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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Slight Extension - 23 November: Call for Expressions of Interest – ICANN Board Seat 15 (2025–2026 Cycle)
by Heidi Ullrich Nov. 21, 2025

Nov. 21, 2025

Dear All, The BCEC has agreed to a slight extension of the deadline for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to serve as the next ICANN Board Director nominated by the At-Large Community (Seat 15). The deadline to submit a completed EOI has been extended to Sunday, 23 November at 23:59 UTC. How to apply: 1. Review the requirements – At-Large Board Member Candidate Requirements 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Candidate Reference Links & Resources<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> Please pay special attention to the “Additional Bylaws Qualifications” section to confirm your eligibility. 2. Email the BCEC Staff – Send a brief note indicating your interest to bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – Staff will provide you access to the online EoI Form. 3. Complete the EOI Form – Submit by 23:59 UTC on Sunday, 23 November 2025. – List three to four referees who are willing to provide a written reference at short notice. Kind regards, BCEC Support Staff *** ** La version francaise est en dessous de la version anglaise. ** ** La versión en español está debajo de la versión en francés.** ** Dear At-Large Community Members, On behalf of the Board Candidate Evaluation Committee (BCEC), we invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) from individuals who would like to serve as the ICANN Board Director nominated by the At-Large Community (Seat 15). The successful candidate will begin a three-year term at the close of ICANN87 (2026 Annual General Meeting). Why does this matter? Seat 15 is the only ICANN Board seat chosen directly by the At-Large Community. It has been held since ICANN60 (2017 AGM) by León Sánchez, whose third and final term ends at ICANN87. This is a rare opportunity for an At-Large leader to bring their knowledge and experience to ICANN’s highest level of governance. About the selection process: The BCEC defines candidate requirements, issues the call for applications, and evaluates submissions. The Board Member Selection Process Committee (BMSPC) oversees the timeline and election. Both groups have regionally balanced membership and operate under a strict code of conduct and confidentiality. Regional At-Large Organizations (RALOs) may petition to add candidates to the slate. Unsuccessful applicants may have opted for their candidacy to be considered by the RALOs after the BCEC slate is published. The full process is expected to conclude no later than 22 April 2026, when the selected candidate to be nominated as an ICANN Board Member will be announced. For full information, visit the At-Large Board Member Selection Home – 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. How to apply: 1. Review the requirements – At-Large Board Member Candidate Requirements 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Candidate Reference Links & Resources<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> Please pay special attention to the “Additional Bylaws Qualifications” section to confirm your eligibility. 2. Email the BCEC Staff – Send a brief note indicating your interest to bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – Staff will provide you access to the online EoI Form. 3. Complete the EOI Form – Submit by 23:59 UTC on Friday, 21 November 2025. – List three to four referees who are willing to provide a written reference at short notice. Questions? Please email bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> for clarification. This is your opportunity to contribute your experience, vision, and commitment at ICANN’s highest level of decision-making. We encourage all qualified individuals to step forward. ICANN Policy Staff supporting the At-Large Community ** Sujet : Appel à manifestations d’intérêt pour le siège 15 du Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN (cycle 2025-2026) Chers membres de la communauté At-Large, Au nom du Comité d’évaluation des candidats au Conseil d’administration (BCEC), nous avons le plaisir de lancer un appel à manifestation d’intérêt pour le poste d’administrateur nominé par la communauté At-Large au Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN (siège 15). La personne retenue entamera un mandat de trois ans à l’issue de l’ICANN87 (Réunion générale annuelle de 2026). Pourquoi cela est-il important ? Le siège 15 est le seul siège du Conseil d’administration de l’ICANN qui soit directement pourvu par la communauté At-Large. Occupé depuis l’ICANN60 (Réunion générale annuelle 2017) par León Sánchez, dont le troisième et dernier mandat s’achèvera à l’ICANN87, ce poste représente une occasion unique pour un leader de la communauté At-Large d’apporter ses connaissances et son expérience au plus haut niveau de la gouvernance de l’ICANN. Le processus de sélection : Le BCEC est chargé de définir les critères de candidature, de publier l’appel à candidatures et d’évaluer les dossiers. De son côté, le Comité chargé du processus de sélection d’un membre du Conseil d’administration (BMSPC) supervise le calendrier et le déroulement de l’élection. Les deux groupes, équilibrés sur le plan régional au niveau de leur composition, s’acquittent de leurs tâches suivant un code de conduite et des règles de confidentialité des plus stricts. Les organisations régionales At-Large (RALO) peuvent proposer l’ajout de noms à la liste des candidats. Les candidats non retenus peuvent avoir choisi que leur candidature soit examinée par les RALO après la publication de la liste du BCEC. L’ensemble du processus devrait s’achever au plus tard le 22 avril 2026, date à laquelle sera annoncé le nom du nouvel administrateur. Pour en savoir plus, rendez-vous sur l’espace dédié à la sélection d’un membre du Conseil d’administration en représentation d’At-Large – 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. Comment déposer sa candidature ? 1. Vérifier les critères — Exigences pour les candidats au poste de membre du Conseil d’administration en représentation d’At-Large 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909>. — Liens et ressources de référence à l’usage du candidat<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> (à actualiser) Veuillez porter une attention particulière à la section « Compétences supplémentaires au titre des statuts constitutif ». Elle vous aidera à confirmer votre éligibilité. 1. Échanger avec le BCEC par courrier électronique — Envoyez une courte note à bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> pour faire part de votre intérêt. — L’équipe vous donnera alors accès au formulaire de manifestation d’intérêt (EoI). 1. Soumettre le formulaire EoI — Veuillez remplir le formulaire et le soumettre avant le vendredi 21 novembre 2025 à 23 h 59 UTC. — Indiquez-y trois à quatre personnes de référence qui seraient disposées à fournir une lettre de recommandation dans de brefs délais. Des questions ? N’hésitez pas à écrire à bcec-staff(a)icann.org. C’est pour vous l’occasion de contribuer, par votre expérience, votre vision et votre engagement, à la plus haute instance décisionnelle de l’ICANN. Toutes les personnes qualifiées sont vivement encouragées à se porter candidates. Cordialement, L’équipe de l’ICANN chargée du soutien aux politiques pour la communauté At-Large ** Asunto: Convocatoria a presentar manifestaciones de interés – Puesto 15 de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN (ciclo 2025–2026) Estimado miembro de la comunidad At-Large, En nombre del Comité para la Evaluación de Candidatos a la Junta Directiva (BCEC), invitamos a presentar manifestaciones de interés (EoI) a las personas que deseen desempeñar las funciones de Miembro de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN seleccionado por la comunidad At-Large (Puesto 15). El candidato nominado comenzará un mandato de tres años al finalizar la reunión ICANN87 (Reunión General Anual 2026). ¿Por qué es importante? El puesto 15 es el único de la Junta Directiva de la ICANN elegido directamente por la comunidad At-Large. Lo ocupa desde la reunión ICANN60 (AGM de 2017) León Sánchez, cuyo tercer y último mandato finaliza en ICANN87. Se trata de una oportunidad excepcional para que un líder de At-Large aporte sus conocimientos y experiencia al más alto nivel de gobernanza de la ICANN. Acerca del proceso de selección: El BCEC define los requisitos de los candidatos, publica la convocatoria a presentar solicitudes y evalúa las presentaciones. El Comité para el Proceso de Selección de Miembros de la Junta Directiva (BMSPC) supervisa el calendario y la elección. Ambos grupos tienen una composición regional equilibrada y funcionan conforme a un estricto código de conducta y confidencialidad. Las Organizaciones Regionales At-Large (RALO) pueden solicitar que se agreguen candidatos a la lista. Los candidatos no seleccionados pueden haber optado por que su candidatura sea considerada por los RALO después de que se publique la lista del BCEC. Se prevé que el proceso completo concluya a más tardar el 22 de abril de 2026, fecha en la que se anunciará el Miembro de la Junta Directiva nominado. Para obtener toda la información, los invitamos a consultar el espacio de trabajo para la selección del miembro de la Junta Directiva por parte de la comunidad At-Large (2025-2026)<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/ABMS/pages/394657793>. Cómo presentar una solicitud: 1. Consulte los requisitos – Requisitos para Postulantes al Puesto de la Junta Directiva en Representación de At-Large 2025-2026<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/483065909> – Enlaces y recursos de referencia para postulantes<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/atlarge/pages/517800468> (a actualizar) Preste especial atención a la sección "Cualificaciones Adicionales conforme a los Estatutos" para confirmar su elegibilidad. 1. Envíe un correo electrónico al personal del BCEC – Envíe una breve nota manifestando su interés a bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org>. – El personal le proporcionará acceso al formulario de EoI en línea. 1. Complete el formulario de EoI – Preséntelo antes de las 23:59 UTC del viernes 21 de noviembre de 2025. – Indique tres o cuatro personas de referencia que estén dispuestas a facilitar una referencia por escrito en un plazo breve. ¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a bcec-staff(a)icann.org<mailto:bcec-staff@icann.org> si tiene alguna duda o consulta. Esta es su oportunidad de aportar su experiencia, visión y compromiso al más alto nivel de toma de decisiones de la ICANN. Alentamos a todas las personas cualificadas a que den un paso al frente. Saludos cordiales, Personal de políticas de la ICANN en apoyo de la comunidad At-Large 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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Web being remade for AI Agents
by Glenn McKnight Nov. 20, 2025

Nov. 20, 2025

Hi Enclosed is a recent article by Edd Gent for IEEE Spectrum As AI becomes more pervasive its changing how people access information on the Internet. This is called the " Agentic Web" whereupon the primary users are AI actors rather than humans What is the impact on the Domain Name System? How will it impact ICANN? Etc page 1 a1.bmp <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1M4TTvIHbfg1HKfbB-rJ1neMu33tN15VN/view?usp=…> page 2 ai.bmp <https://drive.google.com/file/d/15fjIGQHlJgLSl_ZmKSy5KeIi69FLn4oQ/view?usp=…> page 3 ai.bmp <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GRTqRV2eZJ8snuSrP6l3R-lssJqNNEn1/view?usp=…> Glenn McKnight, MA Virtual School of Internet Governance Chief Information Officer www.virtualsig.org *YOUR SOURCE FOR INTERNET GOVERNANCE EDUCATION * *Mobile 437-237-4655* <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> Virus-free.www.avg.com <http://www.avg.com/email-signature?utm_medium=email&utm_source=link&utm_cam…> <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B8-4E2AA1F9FDF2>

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

Nov. 18, 2025

[cid:image001.jpg@01DC5887.DCB30020] Please join us and spread the word! Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Interpretation English, Español, Français Dear All, On behalf of Frédéric Taes, EURALO Chair and Natalia Filina, EURALO Secretary, please join us for the Multilingual ICANN84 Read-out by EURALO<https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg>, scheduled on Tuesday, 18 November from 19:30-21:00 UTC. The agenda is available here: https://icann-community.atlassian.net/wiki/x/CwDgIg Zoom registration: https://icann.zoom.us/meeting/register/5BPI7CVHTJOzEkbl8F5AWw#/registration Please join us and spread the word! Thank you and very much looking forward to welcoming all to this read-out! With kind regards, Gisella —————— Gisella Gruber Manager, At-Large Relations and Operations Support, ALAC-At-Large Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) Mobile: +44 7545 334 360<tel:+44%207545%20334360> Teams ID: gisella.gw www.icann.org<http://www.icann.org>

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

Nov. 17, 2025

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

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