#NYTechWeek Panel: Addressing the Youth Cybersecurity Talent Gap
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Summary
This article announces a panel event at #NYTechWeek focused on the cybersecurity talent gap among young people. Moderated by Girls Who Code CEO Dr. Tarika Barrett, the panel features leaders from Girls Who Hack, DoSomething, and Girl Scouts of Greater New York discussing why youth are underrepresented in cybersecurity and how to inspire the next generation of digital defenders. Craig Newmark, founder of Craigslist, provides opening remarks. The event includes light refreshments.
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· 3 pulledAs cyber threats grow more sophisticated and widespread, the demand for the next generation of cybersecurity leaders has never been greater.
Young people remain significantly underrepresented and often disconnected from the field.
What will it take to inspire, train, and empower the next generation to help secure our digital future?
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