The highly anticipated Cyber Diversity Awards is all set to take place on 5th March 2024 with the aim to raise awareness about the under representation of ethnic minorities in the cyber security sector. This prestigious event will bring together industry leaders, professionals, advocates, and allies and honour those who are actively championing diversity and have made significant contributions to the cyber security field. These awards will highlight the importance of diversity in the industry and will help to inspire others to create a more inclusive and representative cyber community.

NOMINATION DEADLINE: 5 January, 2024

Group Awards
Category 1: Best Cyber Company for Diversity Award This award recognizes and honours the organization that has demonstrated exceptional commitment and achievement in fostering diversity and inclusion within the cybersecurity industry.
Category 2: Best Public Sector Cyber Initiative for Diversity Award This award recognizes initiatives implemented by public sector entities that have successfully fostered diversity, equity, and inclusion in their cybersecurity practices and policies.
Category 3: Best Private Sector Cyber Initiative for Diversity Award This award acknowledges a private sector organization that have implemented successful initiatives to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce, created equal opportunities for underrepresented groups, and prioritized diversity in their cybersecurity practices.
Category 4: Best Cyber Project for Diversity Award This award acknowledges projects that have implemented innovative approaches, strategies, or initiatives to foster diversity and create equal opportunities within the cybersecurity field.
Category 5: Most Diverse Cyber Team of the Year Award This award recognizes a team that has demonstrated a commitment to creating a diverse workforce by embracing individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

 

Individual Awards
Category 6: Cyber Diversity Professional Champion Award This award recognizes a professional working in the industry who has made significant contributions to fostering a diverse and inclusive cybersecurity community through their advocacy, mentorship, and initiatives.
Category 7: Cyber Diversity Academic Champion Award This award recognizes an individual who has made significant advancements in research, teaching, and advocacy for diversity in cybersecurity education and academia.
Category 8: Cyber Diversity Entrepreneur Champion Award This award acknowledges an individual who has successfully founded and led a cybersecurity venture with a strong focus on diversity, equal opportunities, and inclusion.
Category 9: Cyber Diversity Woman Champion Award This award recognizes a woman who has demonstrated exemplary leadership, advocacy, and impact in breaking barriers, promoting equal opportunities, and driving positive change for underrepresented groups within the field.
Category 10: Cyber Diversity Student Champion Award This award recognizes a student who has made significant contributions to fostering a diverse and inclusive cyber community through advocacy, activism, or initiatives.