Tuesday 6 May 2025, 11am-12noon (BST)

The cybersecurity sector stands at a pivotal moment – facing both a critical skills shortage and a persistent lack of diversity. In this webinar, Dr Ismini Vasileiou will explore why solving one challenge without the other is not enough.

Drawing from national initiatives, industry-academic collaborations, and recent research, this session will unpack the systemic barriers that deter underrepresented groups from entering or thriving in cyber careers. We will examine the role of inclusive recruitment, equitable learning pathways, and how the education sector must evolve to reflect today’s digital landscape.

With a focus on actionable strategies and the role of lived experience, we will gain insights into building a future cyber workforce that is not only skilled, but also representative.

Whether you’re in industry, education, or policy, this session will offer practical steps and provoke critical thought on how we build a resilient and inclusive cybersecurity ecosystem.

If you are a member of ISACA, ICA or The Security Institute, you can earn CPE/CPD points for attending our webinars live. Remember to log your attendance with your provider to be credited.

Guest chaired by

John Scott (info), Independent Security Professional

Presented by

Dr Ismini Vasileiou (info), Associate Professor and Director, De Montfort University     

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