Our
purpose

The Cona Education Foundation is a collaborative network of industry professionals and educators, dedicated to equipping younger generation with the knowledge towards careers and education in cybersecurity and other STEM disciplines.

We aim to empower the younger generation with cybersecurity risk-mitigation skills needed to prevent future cyber-attacks.

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Goals

We live in a world in which technology plays a huge factor in every domain we are passionate about.

We aim to support you in understanding the ethics and principals of navigating online in a safe manner.

  • Empower

    Empower the younger generation to discover the importance of a cyber-safe environment in their everyday lives

  • Enable

    Provide students with the tools and knowledge to better protect themselves on the internet.

  • Stimulate

    Arouse curiosity to further develop their knowledge in cybersecurity and other STEM disciplines.

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Focus Groups

In 2021, Cona Education Foundation hosted a series of focus groups to identify the needs for K12 education in cybersecurity. These conversations uncovered few areas of focus that will help guide next steps in empowering younger generation with the knowledge aligned with current industry trends.

We are grateful for the knowledge, time and education of the many industry leaders who participated in the process, for their enthusiasm and commitment to this work.

There are few in progress sessions in developing appropriate curriculum. Stay tuned for upcoming resources!

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    I was inspired by the dedication and desire of my fellow industry partners to support the youth and drive systemic change.
    Cybersecurity Leader
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    The findings of our focus group are a celebration of our dedication towards a safer community.
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    Leave them use their words and articulate what they think and feel, in a safe online environment.
    First Grade Teacher
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    Connectivity is pervasive in today's world, yet we are not teaching young people about cyber safety. The more that are aware of the security threats impact, the more it gets taken seriously.
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    We don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines or basking in the past. We make progress by taking actions and implementing ideas.
    Ramona Ratiu President- ISACA Chicago Chapter