Do you live in Jamaica and are passionate about cybersecurity?
Apply to participate in the Jamaican Cyber Youth Empowerment Academy!
The Government of Jamaica through the Ministry of National Security, in collaboration with the Cybersecurity Section of the OAS/CICTE, and SANS invite you to apply to participate in the Jamaican Cyber Youth Empowerment Academy. This program consists of a 1-day in-person orientation event, which will take place in Kingston, Jamaica on September 29, 2025. The Jamaican Cyber Youth Academy also includes access to a well-renown SANS cybersecurity certification and an AI course.
Benefits of participating:
- Adding a credential to your CV by completing an AI course
- Participating in an online cybersecurity course and obtaining an industry-endorsed SANS certification (Foundations – Computers, Technology, & Security training course (SEC275): https://www.sans.org/cyber-security-courses/foundations/)
- Joining a network of more than 1,000 students and benefitting from future opportunities, including participating in courses and events organized by the OAS/CICTE Cybersecurity Section.
To participate, you must meet the following requirements:
- Live in Jamaica
- Be between 18 and 25 years old
- Have basic knowledge of networks, programming, and/or operating systems
- Submit your application by September 14, 2025
We hope you can join us!