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Our focus areas

Cybersecurity is our primary focus, supported by health and safety, financial education and information technology.

Cybersecurity first. Everything else follows.

Cybersecurity is the centre of YA Foundation's work. Three supporting areas round out our aims and objectives.

primary focus

Cybersecurity awareness, training and education

People should have clear, practical information that helps them recognise online risks, protect their information, and use the digital world with confidence.

  • Understanding common online threats and scams
  • Protecting personal information and digital privacy
  • Recognising suspicious messages, links and requests
  • Strong passwords and safer account practices
  • Responsible and informed use of digital technology
Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) AI & safety techniques Vulnerability assessment & management Penetration testing techniques Data privacy protection Data security techniques Fraud & social engineering

Health and Safety

Awareness and education that support informed decisions about health, personal safety and well-being.

Financial Education

Financial awareness and informed decisions about money and everyday financial matters.

Information Technology

IT knowledge and an understanding of technology's role in learning, communication and access to opportunity.

Topics we explore.

Our awareness sessions and resources draw on these areas under the Cyber Defenders Network community programme. Specific workshops are announced as they are confirmed.

GRC

Governance, Risk & Compliance

How organisations set the rules, manage risk and show they are following them.

AI

AI & safety techniques

Using AI tools wisely, and recognising scams and threats powered by AI.

VA

Vulnerability assessment & management

Finding and fixing weak points in systems before attackers find them.

PT

Penetration testing techniques

Authorised testing that shows how an attacker could get in, so it can be closed.

DP

Data privacy protection

Collecting, using and sharing personal information responsibly.

DS

Data security techniques

Practical controls that protect data, such as access control, encryption and backups.

FS

Fraud & social engineering

How scammers manipulate people, and how to spot and stop them.

See our outreachCyber safety resources