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💻 Welcome to the CyberFirst March Newsletter! 💻

Welcome to the latest edition of the Yorkshire and Humber CyberFirst newsletter!

Here, we spotlight the achievements, events, and inspiring stories from our vibrant regional community. Our aim is to keep you informed, connected, and motivated as we work together to nurture future cybersecurity talent across the region.

CyberFirst Regional Girls Competition Celebration Event

Earlier this month, the University of Leeds buzzed with excitement as we hosted the CyberFirst Yorkshire & Humber Regional Girls Competition Celebration Event. The region’s top 10 teams gathered to celebrate their achievements and ignite even greater enthusiasm for cybersecurity and computing among the Year 8 students.

Cyber Career Pathways Event: Inspiring Future Talent 

The Cyber Career Pathways event takes place on the 29^th April!

If you are interested in participating as an Industry speaker, please get in touch to offer your support.

Secondary schools booking link 🔗 Cyber Career Pathways Tickets, Wednesday, Apr 29 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm | Eventbrite 

Curious about what it means to be a Cyber Ambassador 🔍

Step into the role and make a real difference! 

📣 If you know a school that would benefit from joining CyberFirst, share this link:   

🔗 SCHOOLS | CyberFirst Yorkshire 🔗

CyberFirst Horizons

We are looking for support from our CyberFirst community for the CyberFirst Horizons 2026 programme. This programme helps students build confidence and cyber skills with support from industry mentors, cyber ambassadors, hands-on training, and 'Meet the Pros' sessions.

The Leeds programme runs from Monday to Friday on the following dates.

📍10:00 to 12:00 & 13:00 to 15:00 each day in Central Leeds.

🗓️ Week 1: 6th to 10th July 2026

🗓️ Week 2: 10th to 14th August 2026

🗓️ Week 3: 17th to 21st August 2026

Please get in touch with stem@rtcnorth.co.uk if you can contribute or require further information, your support in making all these events successful would be invaluable!

🌟 CyberFirst Ambassadors 🌟

Don’t forget to log your activities using the button below - every contribution counts!

If you are interested in becoming a CyberFirst Ambassador do get in touch and help us shape the future of cyber security together. 

Contact | CyberFirst Yorkshire 

 📣 Share With Your Network

📣 Keep the Momentum Growing

We have loved seeing the energy build around our new LinkedIn account!

Every like, comment, share, and follow makes a difference in helping us reach new people and spread the word about what we're doing. Please share this link with your networks - for education and industry updates!

CyberFirst Yorkshire LinkedIn Page

STEMFest Yorkshire & Humber

🗓️ 1^st & 2^nd July 2026, Leeds

We are looking for STEM Ambassadors to support at STEMFest!

If you have a morning or an afternoon to spare on either day, then please let us know by contacting 

stem@rtcnorth.co.uk

STEMFest Industry Engagement Event

🗓️ 15th April 2026, Hull

STEMFest 2027 is heading to Connexin Live in Hull. Ahead of the main event, organisations are invited to attend an Industry Engagement Event on 15 April 2026, designed for companies interested in exhibiting or sponsoring STEMFest 2027. This session will provide insights into what STEMFest involves, the opportunities available, and how businesses can play a role in shaping their future workforce.

Spotlight Talks 2026 

CyberFirst Spotlight Talks for 2026.  

For further information please visit: 

Courses and Resources - NCSC.GOV.UK 

Stay tuned for more updates next month, and as always, thank you for being part of the CyberFirst community!

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