IGF 2025 WS #218 Strengthening Cybersecurity for Nonprofits

    Organizer 1: Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Organizer 2: Intergovernmental Organization, Intergovernmental Organization
    Speaker 1: Timea Suto, Intergovernmental Organization, Intergovernmental Organization
    Speaker 2: Francesca Bosco, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Speaker 3: Veronica Ferrari, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Speaker 4: Tereza Horejsova, Civil Society, Eastern European Group
    Speaker 5: James Shires, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Speaker 6: Kayle Giroud, Private Sector, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Speaker 7: Dennis Redeker, Civil Society, Western European and Others Group (WEOG)
    Format
    Roundtable
    Duration (minutes): 90
    Format description: The roundtable format fosters interactive, inclusive discussions, encouraging audience participation and a dynamic exchange of ideas for a more impactful conversation.
    Policy Question(s)
    A. How can multi stakeholder collaboration contribute to strengthening the cybersecurity resilience of critical infrastructure, particularly in nonprofit organizations? B. How can multi stakeholder platforms like the IGF contribute to building digital resilience in the nonprofit sector? C. What innovative tools and solutions are available to help nonprofits protect themselves against cyber threats?
    What will participants gain from attending this session? Participants will gain insights into cybersecurity challenges for nonprofits, learn about innovative tools, and explore collaboration to strengthen resilience.
    Description:

    This session will explore the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by nonprofits, the evolving importance of digital resilience for their sustainability, and the role of multi-stakeholder collaboration, including platforms like the IGF. It will also highlight innovative tools to protect nonprofits from cyber threats.
    Expected Outcomes
    A. Increased awareness of cybersecurity risks for nonprofits B. Knowledge of collaborative efforts and available resources C. Practical strategies for sustainable cybersecurity measures
    Hybrid Format: Moderators will guide the conversation using key questions, encouraging discussion. The online event will allow participants to submit questions via chat on a secure platform