APPLICATION FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN DAY CYBER-SECURITY CONFERENCE

The call for applications for the Young Women’s and girls’ cyber security awareness conference is now open. The young Professional Development Program with support from the United States Embassy in Monrovia will host a one day cyber-security awareness event in observance of the International Woman Day (IWD) on March 9, 2020.

The IWD Conference brings together young women’s and girls from academia, government, and industry to share knowledge, experience and networking. The event's goal is to provide a secure cyberspace awareness platform for the young women’ and girls against the various form of cyber-hacking and understand the potential use of social media for productivity, self-enhancement, and economic social benefit.

The growing impact of cyber-crime on humanity makes it appealing for everyone who uses the internet to be on the watch for hackers. And for that, people at all-time especially young peoples should have the opportunity be aware of the dangers associated with using the internet with the gross increase in cyber hacking.

SELECTION PROCESS AND CRITERIA:

  • Fellows must be at the age range 15-35 years
  • Be a female citizen from Liberia and residing in Monrovia.
  • Passionate about using their skills to make positive impact in their community.
  • Interested in cyber-security and entrepreneurship for Liberia sustainable development.
  • Can demonstrate creativity, innovation.
  • Applicants applying for this program must submit a name as it appear on their ID Card
  • QUALIFICATION:

  • High school or Undergraduate degree or it equevalent
  • A Liberian citizen living in Monrovia
  • Passionate about using his/her skills to make positive impact in his/her community.
  • Track record in youth advocacy related programs
  • Excellent english language writing and reading skills
  • Application Timelines:

  • Application Open February 16, 2020
  • Application Close March 3, 2020
  • Selection and notification of applicants, March 4-6, 2020
  • For more information you may wish to contact us at: recruitment@ypdpwa.org