[Ncsg-discuss] Last day as NCSG chair

[Kenechukwu Okekenta]

Hello, Rafik.

You did indeed fight the good fight. Once again, I say farewell to you and
better times ahead.

Cheers.


*Engr. Kenechukwu Okekenta fNSIG*
*IT **Project Coordinator, **Support Specialist, **Security Analyst,* *CDPO
and Educator*

*LinkedIn <http://linkedin.com/in/kenechukwu-okekenta>*


On Thu, Oct 22, 2026 at 12:11 PM Raymond Mamattah <
00001f64af4251a1-dmarc-request at listserv.syr.edu> wrote:

> Hello Rafik,
>
> You did a great job as the Chair. All the best!
>
> Regards,
>
> Raymond Mamattah
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>
> On Thu, Oct 22, 2026 at 9:17 AM Rafik Dammak <
> 00001e06d4af460b-dmarc-request at listserv.syr.edu> wrote:
>
>> Hi everyone,
>>
>> I just finished my 2 years term as NCSG chair and handed over formally to
>> Bruna as new chair. I wanted to say a few words and share some thoughts
>> with the wider NCSG membership.
>>
>> I know it is customary to say how it was an honor and privilege to be in
>> such a position but I genuinely believe in that. It is rare to have such an
>> opportunity to have some influence to volunteer for things that can matter.
>> Since I joined  NCSG when it was established, I felt the need to defend it
>> and work for its perennity as we faced so many challenges and we do
>> continue to have new ones.
>>
>> When I was elected 2 years ago, I was optimistic and thought I could work
>> on so many things. However, there was a reality check and there are some
>> matters left for future leadership to resolve. I succeeded on some and
>> failed on others. There were some moments of joy, stress and frustration
>> but at the end I will miss them.
>>
>> I always believed in the principle that we build upon what our
>> predecessors did and we should leave things better to those who come after
>> us. I hope I got some achievement and left NCSG in better shape than before
>> as we still have challenges ahead.
>>
>> Some asked about my plans and involvement in the future in ICANN. What is
>> certain, I won't attend ICANN meetings for some time due to work and
>> family. I am also not sure if I will seek any official role for some
>> period. However, what I can state with confidence is that I will continue
>> to support and participate to the extent possible and where it is possible
>> to help.
>>
>> Thanks everyone and long life to non-commercial.
>>
>> Best regards,
>>
>> Rafik Dammak
>>
>>
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