The Role of Nonprofits in Cybersecurity

Nonprofits play a critical role in maintaining and securing the global Internet, yet they often struggle to access consistent and sufficient financial support.

On December 6, 2024, building upon the work of  Common Good Cyber and in support to The Hague Beyond 125 Action Plan, the Global Cyber Alliance, will convene a lunch meeting dedicated to discuss the key role that nonprofits play in securing the Internet and building cybersecurity capacity, and how, together, we could help ensure the long-term financial stability of these essential organizations.

Event Objectives

1- Describe the key role that nonprofits play in securing the Internet and building cybersecurity capacity

A speaker will present the ongoing work to map the contributions of cybersecurity nonprofits to secure the ecosystem and vulnerable communities. Several illustrations will be presented of the work that nonprofits do and how they can aid in capacity building.

2- Identify potential sustainable funding mechanisms

We will describe various funding models, including an acceleration program and a multi-donor joint fund for common good cybersecurity. A discussion will be held with experts and the audience. The goal is to collect feedback on mechanisms that can provide reliable, long-term financial support for cybersecurity nonprofits ensuring the resilience of our common digital infrastructure and effective service delivery to high-risk communities. 

3- The role of the UN, OEWG, and States

Using insights from stakeholders, we will discuss how the UN, OEWG and States can support and take value from cybersecurity nonprofits in building capacity. This event will emphasize the importance of explicitly recognizing the cybersecurity ecosystem in funding frameworks.

Speakers

Catalina Vera Toro, Chile

Madeline Murphy Hall, Microsoft

Chris Painter, The Global Forum on Cyber Expertise

Kayle Giroud, Global Cyber Alliance