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- published 2/23/25 8:02 PM •
- updated 23 February 2025 •
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Women In Cybersecurity
The UAE's Women in Cyber initiative, also known as the Cyber Pulse Initiative for Women and Families, was launched in collaboration with the General Women's Union (GWU) and Cyber Security Council (CSC). This initiative aims to empower women in the field of cybersecurity and enhance their digital skills.
The Women in Cybersecurity program is dedicated to fostering greater representation of women in the cybersecurity industry. The initiative offers comprehensive training, access to valuable resources, and various opportunities designed to empower women and help them advance their skills and careers in the field of cybersecurity.
Objectives of the Cyber Pulse Initiative:
- Empowering Women in Cybersecurity: The initiative seeks to increase women's participation in cybersecurity by forming specialized female cyber cadres.
- Enhancing Digital Awareness: It aims to promote safe digital practices and spread a culture of social responsibility in the digital space among families and communities.
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BU DHABI, 20th February, 2024 (WAM) -- The General Women's Union (GWU), in cooperation with the Cyber Security Council and Khalifa Empowerment Programme “Aqdar”, launched the second batch of the Cyber Pulse Initiative for Women and Family.
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Initiative Objectives
- Empowering Women in Cybersecurity & increase women's participation in cybersecurity by forming specialized female cyber cadres.
- Promote safe digital practices and spread a culture of social responsibility in the digital space among families and communities.
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