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Australia Grants $7M for Cyber Awareness

December 5, 2024
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Australia Grants $7M for Cyber Awareness

The Australian government has taken significant steps to protect vulnerable communities from the growing threat of cybercrime by awarding nearly $7 million in grants for cybersecurity awareness programs. Announced by the Department of Home Affairs, these grants are part of the inaugural Cyber Security Awareness Support for Vulnerable Groups program. The initiative provides funding to local organizations, with grants of up to $35,000, to support cyber literacy programs for high-risk communities.

The targeted groups for these programs include First Nations communities, seniors, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, remote and regional communities, and culturally diverse populations. These communities often face unique challenges and vulnerabilities, making them prime targets for cyber scams and criminal activities. By improving their cybersecurity knowledge, the program aims to empower these groups with the skills necessary to detect and prevent cyber threats.

Local community leaders play a vital role in delivering these programs, ensuring that the information provided is relevant and accessible to the specific needs of the communities they serve. The awareness campaigns are built on the government’s Act Now, Stay Secure initiative, which focuses on equipping individuals with the tools to stay safe online. The first round of grants has already benefitted over 200 recipients, making a tangible impact on cybersecurity literacy across the nation.

This program is a key element of the 2023–2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy and will continue to be evaluated through future rounds of funding. The next round of applications will open in January 2025, with a focus on improving the effectiveness of the programs in raising cyber literacy and reducing the economic and social impacts of cybercrime. Through these efforts, the government is working to create a safer digital environment for all Australians, particularly those most at risk.

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  • Australia Grants Nearly $7M for Cybersecurity Awareness in Vulnerable Communities
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