The ICANN Board of Directors is in the process of selecting ICANN's next President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Board’s search for ICANN’s next leader remains on track. Visit the ICANN Board CEO Search Committee’s webpage for updates on the search process and information about how you can share your views on the future of ICANN and what ICANN needs in its next leader.

ICANN is delighted to announce that the inaugural cycle of the ICANN Grant Program is now open. In this first cycle of the ICANN Grant Program up to $10 million in grants will be distributed for projects that are consistent with ICANN's mission and aligned with the objectives of the ICANN Grant Program. Applications can be submitted up until 20:00 UTC on 24 May 2024.

ICANN previously solicited Expressions of Interest from eligible organizations focused on supporting Internet access for local populations during natural disasters and human-caused emergencies. Now, ICANN is happy to share that it has signed master service agreements with three qualifying organizations that stand ready to support Internet accessibility. Click the title to read more.

The WSIS+20 webpage and Outreach Network have launched! The WSIS+20 Outreach Network aims to unite stakeholders in preparation for the forthcoming 2025 negotiations. Through collaboration, we seek to facilitate coordinated efforts leading up to the event. We invite interested individuals and organizations to join us in this endeavor. Click the title to learn more.