Slamm Foundation, ISC2 Train Women in Cybersecurity to Address Industry’s Diversity Shortage

In a significant stride towards enhancing gender diversity in the tech sector, 20 women have graduated from the certified cybersecurity program by the Slamm Foundation and (ISC2).

Despite the industry’s growth, women remain underrepresented, holding less than a quarter of the cybersecurity workforce, and underscoring a persistent gender gap in this critical field

However, there is optimism for the future, with forecasts indicating that by 2025, women will occupy 30% of cybersecurity roles, projected to rise to 35% by 2031. 

The collaborative effort between the Slamm Foundation and ISC2, under their ‘One Million Campaign’ initiative, aims to expedite the realization of this objective by advocating for increased female participation in cybersecurity.

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Francisca Boateng, Chief Operations Officer for Slamm Technologies, underscored the significance of such initiatives, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to fostering gender equality in the cybersecurity community.

 She stated, “The success of these 20 graduates is a testament to what women can achieve in tech when provided with the right opportunities and support.”

Training & Networking

The week-long intensive training not only covered courses on ‘Certified Cybersecurity’ but also encompassed topics such as Security Principles, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Access Control, Network Security, and Security Operations. Beyond the curriculum, participants from diverse backgrounds had the opportunity to network and engage in various activities aimed at fostering camaraderie and motivation.