ARLINGTON, Va., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Air Force
Association's (AFA) CyberPatriot Program Office announced today the
launch of a new program designed to engage volunteers in providing
cybersecurity support to those adults who are often vulnerable to
cyber threats due to a lack of technological experience and
knowledge. The Tech Caregiver program is open to any interested
individual and supports the efforts of CyberPatriot's existing
CyberGenerations program. CyberGenerations is designed to
equip senior citizens with the knowledge needed to stay protected
from cyber-crimes. The program can be hosted as a workshop for
small or large groups, or it can be completed individually using a
self-paced guide.
Through the support of AT&T, CyberPatriot has created a
training course to assist tech caregivers in teaching vulnerable
populations how to safely operate online. Tech Caregivers are
trained and certified to help individuals gain the confidence
necessary to navigate online safely and to become more aware of
cyber-criminal activity. The training course covers a variety of
basic cybersecurity and cyber safety principles, including an
introduction to cybersecurity, the importance of password security,
common internet threats and scam, fraud, using social media safely,
and resources for victims of cyberattacks.
With this training, tech caregivers give back to the senior
community by conducting virtual and in-person workshops.
As Nick Greene, CyberPatriot
Program Coordinator stated, "As the world becomes increasingly
dependent on technology, we must consider the importance of
protecting and empowering those who may not possess the cyber
skills to protect and empower themselves." For additional
information on becoming a Tech Caregiver or on the CyberGenerations
program, please contact the CyberPatriot staff at
info@uscyberpatriot.org.
CyberPatriot, the nation's largest youth cyber education
program, is AFA's flagship science, technology, engineering, and
mathematics (STEM) program dedicated to strengthening cyber skills
among American youth. The program features the National Youth Cyber
Defense Competition for middle and high school students, AFA
CyberCamps, an Elementary School Cyber Education Initiative and
Literature Series, as well as a CyberGenerations program designed
to teach senior citizens to protect themselves from cyber
exploitation.
For more information on the programs offered by CyberPatriot,
visit www.uscyberpatriot.org.
The Air Force Association is a non-profit, independent,
professional military and aerospace education association. Our
mission is to promote dominant U.S. Air and Space Forces as the
foundation of a strong National Defense; to honor and support our
Airmen, Guardians, and their Families; and to remember and respect
our enduring Heritage.
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