The report encapsulates insights and outcomes from a landmark gathering held in February 2024 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., United States.
Key Outcomes of the Workshop
- Mapping the cybersecurity nonprofit ecosystem to demonstrate their contributions and economic impact.
- Offering capacity support and acceleration for cybersecurity nonprofits, including training in marketing and fundraising.
- Establishing a joint funding mechanism with clear governance and criteria for distribution.
The workshop, jointly organized by leading cybersecurity organizations including the Cyber Threat Alliance, the CyberPeace Institute, the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST), the Global Cyber Alliance, the Institute for Security and Technology (IST), and the Shadowserver Foundation, convened over 100 stakeholders representing various sectors including government, multilateral organizations, civil society, foundations, business, and academia. An additional 200 participants joined online to discuss the systemic underfunding of cybersecurity nonprofits and explore sustainable funding approaches.
The workshop report provides an overview of discussions, outstanding questions, and next steps.
