Impact
Impact
Impact
Since 2016 (officially in 2019), CyberWarrior Foundation has been creating high-wage career opportunities in cybersecurity for historically underrepresented, underserved, and marginalized communities. We bridge the salary gap for those who cannot pursue college due to financial constraints, special needs, or other reasons, including high school students, women, veterans, and underemployed individuals.
Since 2016 (officially in 2019), CyberWarrior Foundation has been creating high-wage career opportunities in cybersecurity for historically underrepresented, underserved, and marginalized communities. We bridge the salary gap for those who cannot pursue college due to financial constraints, special needs, or other reasons, including high school students, women, veterans, and underemployed individuals.
What we have achieved
What we have achieved
In 2022 we have:
Enhanced and tailored our educational platform for youth and other participants exploring the field.
Advised 6 schools and 2 organizations on how to implement Cybersecurity courses for their communities.
Established partnerships with funders and service organizations to amplify our impact.
Created of Program Advisory Committee to evaluate and improve our program offer.
Engaged 12 corporations to support our programming.
Defined engagement opportunities for all sectors.
In 2022 we have:
In 2022 we have:
Enhanced and tailored our educational platform for youth and other participants exploring the field.
Advised 6 schools and 2 organizations on how to implement Cybersecurity courses for their communities.
Established partnerships with funders and service organizations to amplify our impact.
Created of Program Advisory Committee to evaluate and improve our program offer.
Engaged 12 corporations to support our programming.
Defined engagement opportunities for all sectors.
Enhanced and tailored our educational platform for youth and other participants exploring the field.
Advised 6 schools and 2 organizations on how to implement Cybersecurity courses for their communities.
Established partnerships with funders and service organizations to amplify our impact.
Created of Program Advisory Committee to evaluate and improve our program offer.
Engaged 12 corporations to support our programming.
Defined engagement opportunities for all sectors.
Our Social Reach
Our Social Reach
We have benefited about 200 participants so far.
We have benefited about 200 participants so far.
2021
2021
CISA Scholarships granted
CISA Scholarships granted
CISA Scholarships granted
2023
With our first Winter Break Camp
2022
2022
Lawrence High School Students
Lawrence High School Students
Lawrence High School Students
2023
With our first Winter Break Camp
2023
With our first Winter Break Camp
2024
2024
Projection: 300 students
Projection: 300 students
Projection: 300 students
Main activities in 2022
Main activities in 2022
Adaptation of the following Curriculum: Computer Fundamentals, Introduction to Linux, and Introduction to Python.
Creation of My Cybersecurity Portfolio class
Training for over 150 students
Professional Development opportunities for teachers
Engagement with Cybersecurity Corporations
CWF was invited to participate in: Bank of America
Adaptation of the following Curriculum: Computer Fundamentals, Introduction to Linux, and Introduction to Python.
Creation of My Cybersecurity Portfolio class
Training for over 150 students
Professional Development opportunities for teachers
Engagement with Cybersecurity Corporations
CWF was invited to participate in: Bank of America
Beneficiaries that participated in 2021 – 2022 – 2023
Beneficiaries that participated in 2021 – 2022 – 2023
Beneficiaries that participated in 2021 – 2022 – 2023
2022
Lawrence High School: 150 students
2023
Winter Break Camp: 40 students
2024
Projection:
300 students
Success Stories
Bryner Amparo
A young man who joined CyberWarrior for an internship, has shared his transformative experience with the organization. He emphasized the crucial role CyberWarrior played in his professional development, highlighting the unique educational experience it offers. Through hands-on experience with real-life problems, Bryner gained invaluable skills and knowledge that would have been otherwise inaccessible.
CyberWarrior's most significant impact lies in providing educational opportunities to young men and women who have never had such chances. By offering resources that can change lives, CyberWarrior effectively contributes to reducing the inequality gap and fostering a space for development. To showcase this impact, it is essential to find more success stories and cases of internships with large enterprises, demonstrating the tangible benefits of education in reducing inequality.
A young man who joined CyberWarrior for an internship, has shared his transformative experience with the organization. He emphasized the crucial role CyberWarrior played in his professional development, highlighting the unique educational experience it offers. Through hands-on experience with real-life problems, Bryner gained invaluable skills and knowledge that would have been otherwise inaccessible.
CyberWarrior's most significant impact lies in providing educational opportunities to young men and women who have never had such chances. By offering resources that can change lives, CyberWarrior effectively contributes to reducing the inequality gap and fostering a space for development. To showcase this impact, it is essential to find more success stories and cases of internships with large enterprises, demonstrating the tangible benefits of education in reducing inequality.
Mariel Le
Mariel Le served in the military for 10 years before joining CyberWarrior. Seeking a career opportunity that provided flexibility and allowed her to be close to her family, she discovered CyberWarrior Bootcamp. Through the Bootcamp, Mariel gained access to tools, knowledge, mentors, and opportunities that would have otherwise been out of reach. She highlighted the value of the supplemental classwork and studies, which were immediately applicable in a professional setting. Mariel attributes her success in the program to the support, advice, and training provided by the skilled and dedicated teachers at CyberWarrior. CyberWarrior played a pivotal role in Mariel's transition from the military to a fulfilling career in tech, demonstrating the profound impact of accessible education and mentorship.
Mariel Le served in the military for 10 years before joining CyberWarrior. Seeking a career opportunity that provided flexibility and allowed her to be close to her family, she discovered CyberWarrior Bootcamp. Through the Bootcamp, Mariel gained access to tools, knowledge, mentors, and opportunities that would have otherwise been out of reach. She highlighted the value of the supplemental classwork and studies, which were immediately applicable in a professional setting. Mariel attributes her success in the program to the support, advice, and training provided by the skilled and dedicated teachers at CyberWarrior. CyberWarrior played a pivotal role in Mariel's transition from the military to a fulfilling career in tech, demonstrating the profound impact of accessible education and mentorship.
Partners
Organizations, schools, community center that we have collaborated with.
Organizations, schools, community center that we have
collaborated with.
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Investors:
Partners
Partners
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