IIT-M, Rotary to train Class 9 and 11 students on cybersecurity
CHENNAI: IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation has partnered with the Rotary District 3232 and the Forensic Intelligence Surveillance & Security Technologies (FISST) Academy to impart government and private school students on cybersecurity.
“This pioneering initiative is aimed at empowering students with essential knowledge on cybersecurity and it is tailored for students of Classes IX to XI to foster a safer digital environment. Training for the first batch of students commenced on March 30 at IIT Madras and it will be held for ten Saturdays. A total of 1,000 students will participate across ten batches, each comprising 100 students. This collaborative effort reflects Rotary’s commitment to education and community service and also the IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation’s expertise in technology and cybersecurity,” a release from IIT-M read.
Highlighting the need for such cybersecurity training, Rajendra Mootha, Vice President of IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation said, “Empowering students with cybersecurity education aligns with our mission to bridge the digital divide and create a secure digital ecosystem. We are honoured to join hands with Rotary to impart essential skills that will benefit students throughout their lives.”
The training program will feature interactive sessions, workshops, and hands-on activities led by seasoned professionals and cybersecurity experts. The participants will gain practical insights into identifying and mitigating cyber risks, thereby enhancing their digital resilience, as per the release.
Students will receive comprehensive training covering the basics of cybersecurity, including understanding cyber threats, safe internet practices, data privacy, and digital hygiene, it said. Rotary and IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation extended their gratitude to all sponsors, volunteers, and stakeholders for making this initiative possible. Together, we are committed to shaping a safer and more secure digital future for our youth, it said.
With a surge in youth’s reliance on digital platforms, they must be equipped with fundamental knowledge of cybersecurity.