Speakers
Dona Lolić
(CARNET - CERT.hr)
Dunja Ivković
(CARNET - Croatian Academic and Research Network)
Description
The ZoomIn4PinkHats project aimed to promote cybersecurity among women and girls by empowering educators as mentors. Through an intensive bootcamp, teachers received hands-on training in Capture The Flag (CTF) categories, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to guide their students in small cybersecurity projects. By fostering mentorship, the initiative created a ripple effect, encouraging women to explore cybersecurity in a supportive environment. This approach not only increased awareness but also built a possible pipeline of future female cybersecurity professionals. ZoomIn4PinkHats demonstrated the power of mentorship in bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity and inspiring the next generation.
