WSIS+20 Engagement at ICANN84

ICANN is pleased to announce that the co‑facilitators leading the WSIS+20 overall review of Information Society outcomes, appointed by the President of the United Nations General Assembly, will be present at the ICANN84 Annual General Meeting in Dublin, Ireland. This presence underscores the continued cooperation between global Internet governance bodies and the United Nations to evaluate digital policy progress. The event is scheduled for 29 August 2025, and it marks a meaningful opportunity for direct exchange within the ICANN ecosystem.

Distinguished Participation

We are honored to host H.E. Ms. Suela Janina, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Albania to the United Nations, and H.E. Mr. Ekitela Lokaale, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kenya to the United Nations. Their involvement brings high‑level UN insight to the table, reflecting the shared commitment to critically assess the outcomes of the World Summit on the Information Society.

WSIS+20 Community Consultation

During ICANN84, the co‑facilitators will engage in a WSIS+20 review consultation, designed specifically to gather feedback from the ICANN community. The session aims to facilitate open dialogue and ensure the ICANN community’s perspectives are fully integrated into the broader WSIS+20 evaluation process. Further details about the structure, timing, and expectations of this consultation session will be released in the coming weeks.

Looking Ahead

ICANN looks forward to a productive and collaborative ICANN84, with the participation of the co‑facilitators expected to enrich the dialogue on Internet governance and further the joint efforts toward a stable, secure, and unified global Internet. The alignment of UN review mechanisms with ICANN’s multi‑stakeholder model reinforces the foundation for continued digital evolution.