Göran Marby thanked AFRALO for successfully convoking the AFRALO-AFRICANN 28th meeting. He mentioned that Internet users in Africa will soon benefit from faster access and better protection from cyberattacks, thanks to the installation of two root server clusters. He shared the announcement of the ICANN-Managed Root Server Clusters to strengthen Africa’s internet infrastructure: https://www.icann.org/resources/press-material/release-2022-02-28-en
He also mentioned the announcement ICANN Expands DNSTICR to Monitor Terms Related to Russia-Ukraine war https://www.icann.org/en/announcements/details/icann-expands-dnsticr-to-monitor-terms-related-to-russiaukraine-war-09-03-2022-en
Seun Ojedeji AFRALO Chair thanked Goran for ICANN’s commitment to support that internet remains on globally, particularly in the current context of conflict in the world.
The AFRALO-AFRICANN statement " Call on the ICANN org and Community to intensify the efforts in curbing DNS Abuse" was read out at the meeting, no objections or edits were presented by participants. The statement was considered approved.

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Joint Session: ALAC & GNSO Council

Welcoming comments were provided by Maureen Hilyard and Philippe Fouquart.
Justine Chew provided the context and noted that this session is a working session. Also, expressed hope that this will be a regular meeting.
Topic 1 - SSAD
- Justine provided background and explanation of SSAD.
- GNSO Council. (Sebastien Ducos) - Noted it is early days for GNSO and small team to review. From the comment we have seen, many believe ODA doesn't provide all answers. More thinking is needed. One topic that was discussed with the Board is that of a pilot in order to test a few hypotheses. Everyone realizes this is a big project. There are questions on the financial sustainability, useage, etc. We will go back to the GNSO Council and then to the Board.
- ALAC (Alan Greenberg and Hadia Elminiawi) - Hadia noted that the implementation timeline of 5-6 years raises many questions. Will this system be obsolete in 6 years? Is it flexible enough? Alan raised point that many believe that the ODA will not meet needs. Noted the ALAC is against the SSAD.
Topic 2 - SubPro ODP
- Justine provided background and explanation of SubPro ODP.
- GNSO Council (Jeff Neuman) - Noted that two sets of questions received by org GDS. We submitted answers to the first set and are working through the second set. ICANN org is responsible to do all the implementation. GNSO council discussed on two meetings. Regardless of whether this is classified as policy or implementation, there is recognition that there is much work to be done. The GNSO Council is exploring if some of the work can be done now.
- ALAC (Jonathan Zuck) - Commented that the ALAC felt that there were still some policy issues remaining (applicant support).
Topic 3 - DNS Abuse Mitigation
- Justine provided background and explanation of DNS Abuse mitigation.
- GNSO Council (Mark Datysgeld) - GNSO council has sent outreach forms to the community. We are hoping to hear their views by end of March. We have not yet reached agreement on definitions. Outlined steps from the policy side. Looking for the community to arrive at aspects that can be addressed. Noted that a more complete policy action can be reached. Once we hear back from the community at the end of March, they will have a meeting. Noted they wish to scope something attainable.
- ALAC (Jonathan Zuck) - The task in front of us is who can be doing what. The DNS Abuse Institute, policy and ICANN. We need to do the homework on what steps fall in the rights hands. Would like ICANN Compliance can sit down with them and work things out. The ALAC will do our best to do our assessments. It is possible that the GNSO has a role in developing in the trusted notifier program. Acknowledged that we have received the letter with three broad questions.
Topic 4 - Priorities for 2022
- GNSO Council - (Philippe) - Cited recent GNSO webinars. The above topics, as well as IDNs, IGO, and Scoping Team on Data Accuracy. These activities will take a lot of time.
- ALAC (Cheryl Langdon-Orr) - The ALAC and Regional Leaders have had metrics in place since the ICANN Meeting in Mexico. However, since the 2nd At-Large Review, we have focused on ALS and Unaffiliated Members.
- ALAC (Alan Greenberg) - Explained ALSes and new expectations as well as plans for mobilization.
- ALAC (Roberto Gaetano) - Introduced unaffiliated member mobilization activities. Noted potential for individual members.

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Topic 1 - Public Interest Processes, discussed in light of the plenary session
- ALAC (Marita Moll) - Provided a review of the Global Public Interest Framework (GPIF) that took place at ICANN73. Outcome included general agreement that the GPIF should continue moving forward.
- GAC (Veliiar Nemiguentcheva) - Noted for the GAC the question on how the GPIF can be used, including 1) who should be applying the GPIF; 2) When it should be applied and 3) How it should be applied (TBC); Also, how to reconcile the MSM and the different interests among the stakeholders. There is still some questions on the next steps.
- Next steps - ALAC/GAC to discuss more to fully understand how to use the GPIF and collaboration opportunities.
Topic 2 - Universal Acceptance and IDNs
- ALAC (Satish Babu) - Clear and significant alignment of interests between GAC and ALAC on UA and IDNs; Numerous benefits of closing the UA gap, still important gaps on UA readiness; ALAC has been taking up UA-related activities within the RALOs; Noted the ALAC work on an end user survey on IDNs and UA in India in the Hindi language.
- GAC (Nigel Hickson) - Noted that the UA/IDNs are extremely importance and that are commitment to everyone having access to the internet, IDNs and UA are key. Reviewed session on UA during ICANN73. Although progress has been made, governments need to do more. Commented that end users who are coming to governments asking for IDNS and UA and therefore there should be greater collaboration between GAC and ALAC.
Topic 3 - SSAD
- Topic 4 -ALAC and GAC Coordination at the National Level
  - ALAC (Yrjo) - One might argue that the MSM begins at home. A few possible option: National multi stakeholder bodies; National and regional IGFs - cited Finnish MS committee that discuss this. Also leveraging expertise available at the ALS level. Suggested that best practices like this would be collected by both groups and compared either inter-sessionally or ICANN74.
  - GAC (Shi Young) - Asked whether there are good practices of enhancing multi-stakeholderism through public-private partnership at national level. What are the challenges for making collaborative efforts in the policy development among various stakeholders. Finally, raised question on how the ALAC/GAC can improve cooperation among various stakeholders at national level.
- Joanna Kulesza commented that there are several areas for collaboration. Opened floor for questions and answers as well as possible areas of future collaborative work.
- Many best practices were noted in the chat. Joanna Kulesza noted that there appeared to be much opportunity for collaboration on best practices.
- Q/A
  - Manal Ismail - Noted it would be difficult to add a topic beyond the 8 already agreed.
  - Dai Morishita - Asked for update on proposed ALAC/GAC small group on DNS abuse. Joanna commented that this work will move forward at the inter-sessional.
At-Large Wrap up sessions
- All participants provided updates and highlights on their respective meetings.
- Guest speakers remarks:
  - Maarten Botterman noted that he looks forward to meeting with the community in person in the Hague.
  - Goran mentioned that the war on Ukraine has impacted our priorities, ICANN 73 was held in a very different context, it was a very intense period for the Board and the organization, he cited the request received from the Ukrainian government, which was addressed by ICANN org, setting aside 1 million $.
  - ICANN org also announced the issuance of waivers for registrants in Ukraine, ICANN also implemented actions to prevent DNS Abuse.
  - Goran emphasized that this ICANN 73 meeting is a testament to the efficiency of the MS model and that we should be proud of the model.
  - Goran’s Big take away is to thank the community for the work and commitment to the MS.
  - Leon sanchez stressed that he is very proud to be part of the community and to see At-Large’s evolution.
  - Leon highlighted the DNS Abuse related session as well as the session on User’s rights.
  - He emphasized the distinction between interests and rights.
  - Congratulated NARALO on the Blockchain session.
  - He considered that the Board-ALAC session was a highlight, we are transitioning into a more candid, fluid and sincere conversation between ALAC and the Board.
  - The AFRALO-AFRICANN session on Capacity for DNS abuse dealt with capacity building for end users which is a mission worthwhile supporting. He congratulated AFRALO for that initiative.
  - Edmon Chung, talked about his experience as a new Board member so far. He feels energized with the work done at the Board. He highlighted that the work of UA-IDNs, the work of the community and ALS is key to get IDNS on the ground, he is quite excited to chair the UA-IDNS work at the Board level, supporting the expansion of staff to support UA.
  - Edmon also suggested follow up work to pursue the idea of Users Bill of rights for those who are not part of the community.
  - He noted the importance of the At-Large group of Global Public interest framework
  - Finally he noted that the war on Ukraine is disheartening and we stand in solidarity with Ukraine.

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