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Cybersecurity Affordability & Sustainability Survey
This survey assesses cybersecurity experts' awareness of the affordability and sustainability of cybersecurity, including funding sources and sustainability principles.
1.
Are you aware of the primary sources of funding for cybersecurity initiatives in your region?
Yes
No
Maybe
2.
Do you believe current cybersecurity funding models are sustainable in the long term?
Yes
No
Maybe
3.
Have you encountered financial barriers that limit access to essential cybersecurity tools or services?
Yes
No
Maybe
4.
Do you consider sustainability principles (e.g., long-term investment, capacity building, public-private partnerships) when developing cybersecurity strategies?
Yes
No
Maybe
5.
In your opinion, what are the key elements of a sustainable cybersecurity strategy? (Open-ended response)
6.
How significant is the impact of affordability and sustainability on the development of national cybersecurity strategies?
High
Medium
Low
7.
Can you provide an example of how affordability or sustainability challenges have shaped national cybersecurity strategies in your region? (Open-ended response)
8.
Which sources of funding have you seen supporting cybersecurity initiatives in your region? (Select all that apply)
Multinational banks (e.g., World Bank, African Development Bank)
Philanthropic organizations (e.g., foundations, NGOs)
Government funding
Private sector investment
Other (please specify)
9.
What funding models do you think are most effective for ensuring sustainable cybersecurity? (Open-ended response)
10.
What do you think are the main barriers to sustainable and affordable cybersecurity? (Select all that apply)
Limited long-term funding
High cost of cybersecurity tools and services
Lack of government investment or policy support
Dependence on external donors with short-term focus
Low technical capacity or cybersecurity workforce shortage
Other (please specify)