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The Global Cybersecurity Forum (GCF), with the support of ITU and UN Women, has announced the launch of the Women in Cyber Awards—a new global recognition platform celebrating excellence in advancing women’s participation, leadership, and impact in cybersecurity. The inaugural edition opens with the Women’s Cyber Empowerment Champion category, recognizing organizations across the public and private sectors, academia, and civil society that have delivered measurable and sustainable initiatives over the past two years to strengthen women’s long‑term success in cybersecurity. 🏆 Looking ahead to 2026, the Awards will recognize impact across four tracks: ∙ Pipeline Builder Award – early talent development ∙ Advocacy Champion Award – visibility and recognition ∙ Workforce Enablement & Retention Award – upskilling and middle‑management support ∙ Leadership & Entrepreneurship Award – executive growth and women‑led ventures Follow for updates: https://gcforum.org/en/