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Public comments
by Yao Amevi A. Sossou March 31, 2026

March 31, 2026

Dear all, We have a few public comments to draft, as aligned with NCSG PC we will prioritize the universal acceptance and the bylaws changes for regularity of review. The deadline for the Bylaws changes for CSC was but late submission is still possible if you input today. Here is the document and the template directly from the NCSG PC Chair. Each public comment is on a tab. Volunteers are urgently needed for universal acceptance and for Bylaws changes and reviews. "If you want to volunteer please go ahead and put your name down on the relevant tab as the penholder. Please read what is expected of us and the questions we need to answer carefully and we need to discuss with PC and mailing list preferably three days before the deadline to pass it to submit. " https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ThmEn9d9YOkFK1qy5PY04ixXKzBqWTslX85LCSK… Yao ............................................................. Yao Amevi A. Sossou ............................................................. Digital Transformation Advocate | Design & Innovation Evangelist | Human centered Entrepreneurship| SDG Advocate | Internet Governance | Policy Advocate ............................................................. Email: soyames(a)gmail.com Twitter: *https://twitter.com/_amevY2 <https://twitter.com/_amevY2>* LinkedIn: Yao Amevi A. sossou | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameviy/> ............................................................. To promote respect for the environment, thank you to only print this email only when necessary

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[ANNOUNCEMENT] Selected CROP Participant for ICANN86 – Seville, Spain
by Juan Manuel Rojas March 25, 2026

March 25, 2026

Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we would like to thank everyone who expressed interest in the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN86. After a careful review of the applications received following our recent call, we are pleased to announce that Farrell Folly has been selected as the beneficiary to attend the meeting in Seville, Spain, from 8–11 June 2026. Please join us in congratulating Farrell Folly. We look forward to the contributions and insights they will bring back to the NPOC community following the event. Thank you all for your continued commitment to our mission and for your active participation in ICANN’s policy-making processes. Best regards,NPOC Executive Committee (EC) Yahoo Mail: Search, Organize, Conquer

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REMINDER-ICANN86 CROP Trip Opportunity
by Andrea Glandon March 20, 2026

March 20, 2026

Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN86, which will sponsor one community member to attend ICANN86, taking place in Seville, Spain, from 8- 11 June 2026 Remember that CROP only covers the following : * Airfare (most economical routing in Economy Class) * Hotel accommodation for a maximum of 4 days/3 nights * Per diem allowance for a maximum of 4 days How to Apply: 1. Complete the Application Form: Please complete the application form https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA [forms.gle]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA__;!!PtGJab4!…> and ensure you read the procedures and guidelines linked on the form. 2. Check Eligibility: You are eligible if you reside in the following countries/territories Aland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bouvet Island, British Indian Ocean Territory, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France,French Southern Territories, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See (Vatican City State), Hungary, Iceland, Isle of Man, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification [drive.google.com]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/drive.google.com/file/d/14seX2l_Gq5rE97g…> Expectations of the Selected Candidate: * Active Participation: For the selected candidate, attendance at all NCSG, NPOC, and GNSO Council meetings will be mandatory. * Outreach and Other Responsibilities: The EC may delegate outreach and other responsibilities to the attendee during the event. Deadline: The submission form will be open until Monday, 23 March 2026, 23:59 UTC. Selection Process and Post-CROP Requirements: * Notification: The EC will notify the successful candidate as soon as deliberations are concluded. * CROP Trip Proposal: The successful candidate MUST complete the CROP Trip Proposal by 8 April 2026 or will be unable to travel to ICANN86. * Post-CROP Report: The successful CROP candidate will provide the EC with a standard CROP report, including all meetings attended. They will also be required to write a blog post sharing their experiences and how they contributed to NPOC outreach engagement. This report and blog post are due no later than a week after the meeting concludes. * CROP Travel Assessment Form: The successful candidate will be expected to complete the CROP Travel Assessment Form to evaluate the achievement of their expectations and goals. Questions: If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the EC. Regards, NPOC Executive Committee -- Caleb Ogundele Email: muyiwacaleb(a)gmail.com<mailto:muyiwacaleb@gmail.com>

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Welcome to ICANN 85 in Mumbai!
by Caleb Ogundele March 8, 2026

March 8, 2026

Dear NPOC Members, ICANN 85 is here, and we are so glad you are part of this community! Whether you are joining us on the ground in the beautiful city of *Mumbai* or tuning in from your corner of the world, you belong here, and your participation matters more than you know. This meeting is a real opportunity for NPOC to show up, speak up, and strengthen the connections that make our community so special. Let's make the most of it together. *📅 Sessions Worth Your Time* We've curated a list of NCSG and GNSO sessions that align closely with NPOC's mission. These are spaces where your perspective as a non-commercial stakeholder can genuinely shape outcomes — so please do come along, ask questions, and join the conversation. Browse the full schedule here: *https://icann85.sched.com/?searchstring=NCSG <https://icann85.sched.com/?searchstring=NCSG>* *📣 Let the World Know You're Here* One of the most powerful things you can do during ICANN 85 is simply show up online, too. When our community posts, shares, and engages on social media, we tell the world that non-commercial voices are present, active, and paying attention. *Snap a photo. Share your thoughts. Spark a conversation.* Whether you're in the meeting room or at your kitchen table, post a photo of yourself participating and help us build our ICANN 85 community gallery. Use these hashtags so we can find and celebrate each other: 👉 *#ICANN85 · #NPOC · #[YourCity]* *Other ways to engage:* - Share session highlights and key moments as they happen - Repost and celebrate great content from fellow NPOC members - Share livestream links so others can tune in - Ask questions, your curiosity is an invitation to others *Find us and tag us here:* - 🐦 Twitter/X: @NPOC_ICANN · @NCSG_ICANN · @ICANN_GNSO · @ICANN - 📘 Facebook: @NPOCICANN - 💼 LinkedIn: ICANN NPOC <https://www.linkedin.com/company/icann-npoc/posts/?feedView=all> Every post you make is a small act of advocacy. Let's fill the #ICANN85 feed with NPOC energy! *💻 A Few Tips for Remote Participants* Joining virtually is just as meaningful as being there in person — here's how to have the best experience: - *Keep Zoom links within the community* — please don't share them publicly on social media. YouTube Livestream links are great to share when available. - *Sign in with your full name* (First Name + Last Name) so that your participation is properly recognized in ICANN's multistakeholder process. - *Let's keep it kind and inclusive* — ICANN's Expected Standards of Behavior are there to protect everyone. Take a moment to review them: http://go.icann.org/3fchV1t *🌐 Interpretation Services* ICANN offers live interpretation in *English, French, and Spanish* through the Zoom app. Download Zoom ahead of time to make sure you can access this feature seamlessly. Mumbai or miles away — you are part of something meaningful. We can't wait to see, hear, and celebrate you at #ICANN85. 🌍✨ With warmth, *Caleb Ogundele* Outreach & Engagement Coordinator, NPOC ✉️ muyiwacaleb(a)gmail.com

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ICANN86 CROP Trip Opportunity
by Caleb Ogundele March 8, 2026

March 8, 2026

Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN86, which will sponsor one community member to attend ICANN86, taking place in Seville, Spain, from 8- 11 June 2026 Remember that CROP only covers the following : - Airfare (most economical routing in Economy Class) - Hotel accommodation for a maximum of 4 days/3 nights - Per diem allowance for a maximum of 4 days How to Apply: 1. Complete the Application Form: Please complete the application form https://forms.gle/9zQizHM1oMoiEn4fA and ensure you read the procedures and guidelines linked on the form. 2. Check Eligibility: You are eligible if you reside in the following countries/territories Aland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bouvet Island, British Indian Ocean Territory, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France,French Southern Territories, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Holy See (Vatican City State), Hungary, Iceland, Isle of Man, Ireland, Italy, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mayotte, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Reunion, Romania, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, Spain, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom Also find link to the ICANN GSE Eligibility classification <https://drive.google.com/file/d/14seX2l_Gq5rE97gbr38i1EuUbKRZ5GHl/view> Expectations of the Selected Candidate: - Active Participation: For the selected candidate, attendance at all NCSG, NPOC, and GNSO Council meetings will be mandatory. - Outreach and Other Responsibilities: The EC may delegate outreach and other responsibilities to the attendee during the event. Deadline: The submission form will be open until Friday, 22 March 2026, 23:59 UTC. Selection Process and Post-CROP Requirements: - Notification: The EC will notify the successful candidate as soon as deliberations are concluded. - CROP Trip Proposal: The successful candidate MUST complete the CROP Trip Proposal by 8 April 2026 or will be unable to travel to ICANN86. - Post-CROP Report: The successful CROP candidate will provide the EC with a standard CROP report, including all meetings attended. They will also be required to write a blog post sharing their experiences and how they contributed to NPOC outreach engagement. This report and blog post are due no later than a week after the meeting concludes. - CROP Travel Assessment Form: The successful candidate will be expected to complete the CROP Travel Assessment Form to evaluate the achievement of their expectations and goals. Questions: If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the EC. Regards, NPOC Executive Committee -- *Caleb Ogundele* Email: muyiwacaleb(a)gmail.com

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