Government and AWSN - Summer of Cyber Pilot Program Showcase

01 June 2025

The Summer of Cyber Pilot Program is an innovative initiative by the Victorian Government delivered through the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN), designed to address cybersecurity-related projects across Victorian Small-to-Medium Enterprises (SMEs) while empowering emerging cyber leaders among women and gender-diverse tertiary students and recent graduates.

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AWSN Empowers 595 Women and Girls in Cybersecurity Through National Programs

01 June 2025

Thanks to the generous support of the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) Program Funding, the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN) delivered a record 30 cybersecurity-focused programs between April 2024 and March 2025. These initiatives reached 595 women and girls nationwide, equipping them with the knowledge, confidence, and connections to succeed in the cybersecurity industry.

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AWSN’s Women in Security Mentoring Program Wins Global Award for Diversity in Cybersecurity

25 February 2025

The Women in Security Mentoring Program, a collaboration between the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN), the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD), and OK RDY, has been recognised on the world stage, winning the 2024 Global Award for Best Diversity Initiative at the World Innovation and Technology Services Alliance (WITSA) Global Congress & Awards.

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AWSN Board wrap up for 2024

23 December 2024

AWSN Co-Chairs Madhuri Nandi, Matt Tett and Linda Cavanagh provide a wrap-up of 2024

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Project Friedman 2024

03 December 2024

17 women from Project Friedman speak at their first major cyber security conference

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Cyber Security Experience Day for High School Girls

01 November 2024

110 high school girls increased their knowledge on what cyber security is about during the spring school holidays in Sydney and Melbourne

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Sunshine Coast Hunting Frozen Spider Adversary Emulation with CrowdStrike’s Counter Adversary Operations

23 June 2025

Join the AWSN Sunshine Coast Chapter for an exciting and exclusive evening as we welcome Jana Dekanovska, Counter Adversary Operations Practice Lead at CrowdStrike, for a deep dive into adversary emulation and the art of threat hunting.

Tasmania Combatting the dark world of Cybercrime

24 June 2025

Join the AWSN Tasmania Chapter for an afternoon presentation with special guests, Claudia Forsyth, and Rachael Lee, from the AFP-led Joint Policing Cybercrime Coordination Centre (JPC3) and cybercrime representatives from Tasmania Police who will collectively share their insights in the dark world of cybercrime.

Webinar: Harness the Power of Mentoring

25 June 2025

Join us for a webinar with Mandy Ho, a seasoned Senior Consultant, as she shares her personal journey and powerful insights into the impact of mentoring throughout her career

Gold Coast Networking Breakfast

29 June 2025

Start your weekend with great company, meaningful conversations, and a delicious breakfast at our AWSN Gold Coast Networking Breakfast! This casual and friendly gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals in security, technology, and beyond.

Canberra Coffee Connect

10 July 2025

Join the AWSN Canberra Chapter for a morning pick-me-up, chat and catch-up before a busy day at our bimonthly networking breakfast. Whether you’re an existing AWSN member or wanting to come and see what it’s all about, the Canberra team would love to see you there!

Sydney Fighting Fraud: Combatting fraud and cybercrime together

23 July 2025

Financial fraud and cybercrime continues to grow in an ever-increasing threat environment. Learn how Westpac collaborates across multiple teams to combat these crimes together.