[Ncsg-discuss] Last day as NCSG chair

[Flávio Rech Wagner]

@Rafik: Thank you for your leadership!

@Bruna: All the best in your term as new chair!

Best,

Flávio


> 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
>
-- 
Prof. Flávio Rech Wagner
Instituto de Informática - Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul
Presidente da ISOC Brasil
ISOC Chapters Advisory Council - Steering Committee Chair