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ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets

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ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - ICANN Governmental Advisory Committee
14 February 2025

Submission Summary:

As the ICANN community prepares for a new five-year strategic operating cycle, these comments look to confirm expectations and aspirations that the GAC has for certain programs and initiatives that will support the continued relevance, transparency and accountability of the mutistakeholder model and the contributions that governments make to that ecosystem.


ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - (RySG), Registries Stakeholder Group
14 February 2025

Submission Summary:

The Registries Stakeholder Group (RySG) welcomes the opportunity to comment on the ICANN  Draft FY26 Plans (the Draft FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, Draft FY26 Operating Plan & Budget and Draft IANA FY26 Operating Plan and Budget).  The RySG comments are attached.


ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - RrSG
14 February 2025

Submission Summary:

The RrSG appreciate the opportunity to comment on the ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, and the ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets. We note that some of the areas we have comments on are also being considered in the “How We Meet” process underway at this time. The RrSG comments on costs and potential cost reduction relating to public meetings, constituent travel, and salary transparency.


ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - Constituency, Business
14 February 2025

Submission Summary:

The Business Constituency (BC) generally supports the financial projections but emphasizes the need for DNS Abuse enforcement, stakeholder balance, and financial transparency. The BC calls for clear DNS Abuse mitigation measures, funding for an NCPH Summit, and clarity on ICANN’s contingency budget. Ensuring equitable stakeholder participation and responsible financial planning is essential for ICANN’s sustainability and effectiveness in inter...


ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - ccNSO SOPC
13 February 2025

Submission Summary:

According to the SOPC Charter, the Committee may provide input on the Public Comment forum, and subsequently relate back to ICANN and/or other Supporting Organizations, Advisory Committees and/or advisory WGs. The views expressed in this submission are of the SOPC’s only.

The SOPC again appreciates ICANN’s efforts: the documents are well prepared and consistent. However SOPC has comments and questions regarding some elements of the Oper...


ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - Policy staff in support of the At-Large Community, At-Large Advisory Committee (ALAC)
12 February 2025

Submission Summary:

Please find attached (PDF) the ALAC Statement on the ICANN FY26-30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets. Ratification information is included on the cover page.Kind Regards,

ICANN Policy Staff in support of the At-Large Community

Website: atlarge.icann.org

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ICANN FY26–30 Operating & Financial Plan, ICANN/IANA FY26 Op Plans & Budgets Submission - Rocha Gomes, João
19 December 2024

Submission Summary:

In my short comments, I recognize the draft plans and budgets as thoughtful and structured, reflecting a solid approach to ICANN’s operational and strategic priorities. However, I have suggested specific improvements to enhance transparency and accountability. Additionally, I recommend breaking down personnel costs and headcount shifts in greater detail to improve clarity on resource allocation.