Board Meeting No. 192

11 February 2026
16:00-16:10 UTC

Virtual via Zoom Webinar

Guide to Board session types:

• Closed executive session: board members only.
• Open to observers session: local and remote attendees are welcome to listen in.
• Open forum session: local and remote attendees are welcome to ask questions, provide input, and discuss with the board. There are no open forum sessions scheduled for this meeting.

Note: The Board may invite individuals to participate in any session (e.g., as presenters) as needed.

Agenda

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Open to Observers Session

1. Welcome and Declaration of Conflicts–Ted Hardie

2. Approval of the Selection Procedures for Board-Appointed Trustees–Charles Mok

Resolution 2026-X: Approve the Selection Procedures for Board-Appointed Trustees
WHEREAS, the Internet Society’s Amended and Restated By-Laws, Article II. Section 1. (d), permit the Internet Society Board of Trustees to appoint up to three trustees;
WHEREAS, the Internet Society Board of Trustees desired to identify a clear process around the selection and appointment of those board-appointed trustees;
RESOLVED, that the Internet Society Board of Trustees approves the Selection Procedures for Internet Society Board-Appointed Trustees.

3. In Memory of David J. Farber–Ted Hardie

The Internet Society Board of Trustees notes with sorrow the passing of David J. Farber, who for decades inspired and served the Internet technical community, including as a member of this board from 1993-1999 and 2012-2015. His contributions to the creation of electronic switching, distributed operating systems, and research networks helped create the Internet that we enjoy today, and his lifelong passion for teaching and connecting others enriched the lives of all those who followed in his footsteps. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

4. Any Other Business–Ted Hardie

5. Adjournment–Ted Hardie