− | An '''Advisory Committee (AC)''' of [[ICANN]] is a formal advisory body, composed of representatives from the internet community with expertise in a particular issue, or policy area. These Committees were established based on provisions set forth by Article XI of the [[ICANN Bylaws]]. Advisory Committees are not authorized to take action on behalf of [[ICANN]]. Their primary responsibility is to report findings and recommendations to the [[ICANN Board]].<ref>[http://www.icann.org/en/general/bylaws.htm#XI ICANN Bylaws Article XI]</ref> The role of the Advisory Committees and the scope of their advice is described in | + | An '''Advisory Committee (AC)''' of [[ICANN]] is a formal advisory body, composed of representatives from the Internet community with expertise or interest in a particular issue or policy area. Advisory Committees are not authorized to take action on behalf of [[ICANN]]. Their primary responsibility is to report their findings and recommendations to the [[ICANN Board]].<ref name="art12">[https://www.icann.org/resources/pages/governance/bylaws-en/#article12 ICANN Bylaws, Article XII - Advisory Committees], as amended November 28, 2019</ref> The role of the Advisory Committees and the scope of their advice is described in Article 12 of the current [[ICANN Bylaws]]. |