Greetings Everyone, On behalf of the NPOC Executive Committee (EC), we are pleased to announce the Community Outreach and Participation (CROP) program for ICANN85, which will sponsor one community member to attend ICANN85, taking place in Mumbai, India from 7-12 March 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> *https://forms.gle/4SjLV8F9jdxMrvGXA* <https://forms.gle/4SjLV8F9jdxMrvGXA> 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.*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, 05 December 2025, 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 Friday, 16 January 2026 or will be unable to travel to ICANN85. - 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. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the EC. Regards, Caleb Ogundele Outreach and Engagement Coordinator For NPOC Executive Committee