ICANN Invites Public Input on Draft Regional Plan for North America FY26–30

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is calling on stakeholders to review and comment on its proposed North America Regional Plan for the fiscal years 2026 to 2030. This draft outlines the organization’s priorities and strategies for supporting the unique needs and goals of the North American community within ICANN's global mission. The plan is now open for public input, and the comment period will remain active until 23:59 UTC on 28 August 2025.

ICANN emphasizes the importance of this consultation process, as it provides community members a chance to shape initiatives that directly affect the region’s internet ecosystem. The plan is part of ICANN’s broader effort to localize its global objectives and address regional challenges and opportunities.

Background and Development Process

This upcoming FY26–30 plan builds upon the achievements of the current FY21–25 North America Regional Plan, which has been a key reference point for community engagement and strategy in the region. ICANN notes that the new draft reflects feedback from stakeholders gathered during a series of consultations held between March and April 2024. These conversations helped ICANN identify regional priorities and align them with its global strategic framework.

The updated plan aims to sustain momentum from the previous cycle, while also introducing new directions based on emerging trends in technology, policy, and stakeholder engagement. ICANN invites both newcomers and long-time participants in the community to contribute their insights to ensure the plan is as inclusive and representative as possible.

How to Participate and Why It Matters

ICANN encourages everyone in the North American internet community to participate in the open comment process. Whether you’re an individual user, industry stakeholder, civil society representative, or academic, your feedback can help refine and finalize the regional plan. This is a critical opportunity to influence how ICANN supports North American interests in the coming years.

ICANN will review all submitted comments and publish a summary report following the end of the feedback period. The final version of the North America Regional Plan FY26–30 is expected to reflect a broad consensus of regional perspectives and will serve as a guide for regional engagement, outreach, and strategic alignment moving forward.