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A '''Community TLD''' is a regulated type of [[gTLD|generic top level domain name]] (gTLD) made possible through [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program]]; it is intended for cohesive, community groups that are interested in operating their own TLD [[registry]]. Community gTLDs must represent and receive strong, written support from a clearly defined group of people such as cultural, religious, social groups or industry sectors. The existence of the group must be unquestionable.<ref>[http://www.newgtldsite.com/community-gtlds/ Community gTLDs]</ref> <ref>[http://digitalbrandnews.melbourneitblog.com/new-gtlds-standard-vs-community-based-applications/ New gTLDs – Standard vs. Community-based Applications]</ref> An example of a community TLD used by ICANN, is the .SUGAR TLD. This example was used by ICANN staff to brief them on a proposed registry change request. <ref>[http://archive.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtlds/explantory-memo-community-change-request-21feb11-en.pdf]</ref>  

A '''Community TLD''' is a regulated type of [[gTLD|generic top level domain name]] (gTLD) made possible through [[ICANN]]'s [[New gTLD Program]]; it is intended for cohesive, community groups that are interested in operating their own TLD [[registry]]. Community TLDs must represent and receive strong, written support from a clearly defined group of people such as cultural, religious, social groups or industry sectors. The existence of the group must be unquestionable.<ref>[http://www.newgtldsite.com/community-gtlds/ Community gTLDs]</ref> <ref>[http://digitalbrandnews.melbourneitblog.com/new-gtlds-standard-vs-community-based-applications/ New gTLDs – Standard vs. Community-based Applications]</ref> An example of a community TLD used by ICANN, is the .SUGAR TLD. This example was used by ICANN staff to brief them on a proposed registry change request. <ref>[http://archive.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtlds/explantory-memo-community-change-request-21feb11-en.pdf]</ref>  

Community groups are given precedence for TLDs in contention; that is, if there are multiple applicants for a given string, and one of the applicants applies and proves community status, the community group is automatically given precedence to the TLD. Community status is proven through a process known as '''Community Priority Evaluation'''.

Community groups are given precedence for TLDs in contention; that is, if there are multiple applicants for a given string, and one of the applicants applies and proves community status, the community group is automatically given precedence to the TLD. Community status is proven through a process known as '''Community Priority Evaluation'''.

==Requirements for Community gTLD Applicants==

==Requirements for Community TLD Applicants==

Based on the gTLD [[Applicant Guidebook]]'s process for Community Priority Evaluation applicants for community based gTLDs must demonstrate the following, scoring at least 14 of 16 possible points:<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtlds/rfp-clean-19sep11-en.pdf gTLD Applicant Guidebook, Version 2011-09-19]</ref>

Based on the gTLD [[Applicant Guidebook]]'s process for Community Priority Evaluation applicants for community based gTLDs must demonstrate the following, scoring at least 14 of 16 possible points:<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/topics/new-gtlds/rfp-clean-19sep11-en.pdf gTLD Applicant Guidebook, Version 2011-09-19]</ref>

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== Potential Benefits of Operating a Community gTLD==

== Potential Benefits of Operating a Community TLD==

Some proposed benefits of a community TLD include:<ref>[http://www.newgtldsite.com/community-gtlds/ Benefits of Operating a Community gTLD]</ref>

Some proposed benefits of a community TLD include:<ref>[http://www.newgtldsite.com/community-gtlds/ Benefits of Operating a Community gTLD]</ref>

* It will help strengthen the cultural and social identity of the group and provide an avenue for growth and increased support among its members.

* It will help strengthen the cultural and social identity of the group and provide an avenue for growth and increased support among its members.