OUR PROGRAMS

Young Leaders in Cybersecurity & AI Programs

Three core programs empowering teens with cybersecurity and AI knowledge, leadership skills, and real-world experience.

CORE PROGRAMS

Young Leaders in Cybersecurity & AI Offers Three Core Programs

Program 1

Youth Cyber & AI Workshops

60–90 minute sessions delivered in schools globally.

✓60–90 minute sessions
✓Interactive demos
✓Real phishing emails, scams, passwords testing
✓AI ethics & safety
✓Delivered in schools globally
Program 2

Ambassador Leadership Program

A 3-month leadership track where teens:

✓Learn cybersecurity basics
✓Learn intro AI & responsible usage
✓Practice teaching younger students
✓Lead 1–2 workshops at their school

Optional but encouraged: Start a Cyber/AI club

Program 3

Global Community & Events

Monthly virtual meetups

Project showcases

Mentorship sessions with professionals

Ambassador Roles & Benefits

Ambassador Responsibilities
  • ✓Attend YLCA training
  • ✓Lead or co-lead at least one workshop
  • ✓Promote digital safety at school
  • ✓Organize cybersecurity week, posters, AI awareness
  • ✓Represent YLCA at events
  • ✓Build a safer online culture
Ambassador Benefits
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Official Ambassador Badge (digital + printable)
  • Recommendation letter (based on involvement)
  • Leadership experience for college apps
  • Priority for Nova Foundation internships
  • Mentorship from industry experts
  • Global ambassador network

Certification & Levels

Level 1 — Cyber Safety Leader
Basics of passwords, phishing, scams, privacy, AI misuse.
Level 2 — Cyber & AI Ambassador
Runs 1–2 workshops at school.
Level 3 — Youth Trainer
Trains other ambassadors; co-hosts global YLCA events.

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Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join YLCA today and become part of a global community of young cybersecurity and AI leaders.