High School Program

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Cyber Security Experience Day for High School Girls

Ever wondered who keeps the internet safe? Who stops hackers in their tracks? Who protects your data? Who's behind the scenes keeping the digital world running?

IT COULD BE YOU!!

AWSN proudly presents a unique, out-of-school experience day as part of our high school program, tailored specifically for girls in Years 7–8.


Overview

This experience day is designed to immerse high school girls in the world of cybersecurity through a mix of interactive workshops, hands-on activities, and career insights. 

Interactive workshops

  • Introduce key cybersecurity concepts and their relevance to everyday life.
  • Engage students with cyber games that highlight online risks and the need for a cyber-aware society.
  • Include an introductory session with discussion prompts, a presentation, and a talk led by AWSN.

Career Talks

  • Hear from inspiring professionals working in cybersecurity, sharing valuable insights into career pathways, roles, and the skills needed to succeed in this dynamic field.


Who can participate?

  • High school girls in Years 7–8
  • No prior experience needed; just curiosity and a willingness to learn!

Event Details

Date: Friday, 3 July 2026

Time: 8:30 am to 4: 00pm (AEST)

Venue: Suncorp Brisbane


Registration Fee

$25 + Humanitix fee
Open 19 May – 26 June 2026
50 spots total
50% off standard; register early!


REGISTER NOW

Registrations open Tuesday 19 May 2026 at 2:00 pm AEST. Only 50 spots available, register early! A waitlist will be available once fully allocated. All fees are non-refundable.

If you’re experiencing financial difficulties or are unable to pay this fee, please reach out to contacts@awsn.org.au; we would still love you to participate.


What to bring?

  • Students must bring their own laptops with the ability to connect to Wi-Fi.
  • Students may also bring a mouse and headphones.
  • Snacks/Lunch and drink bottles

Important Notes

This event is for high school girls who identify as female and live within Australia.

All volunteers and trainers involved at the event hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.

Any personal details collected during the registration process will be used exclusively by AWSN for communication and emergency purposes.

Light refreshments will be provided,however, it’s strongly recommended that students pack their own food and drink for this event, especially those with any specific dietary requirements.

Parents are responsible for arranging transportation to and from the venue.

There is a general no-refund policy for this event. If you are unable to attend, please inform us at contacts@awsn.org.au at least 48 hours before the event starts.

Brisbane 2026: Registrations Now Open

  • Date: Friday, 3 July 2026
  • Time: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm AEST
  • Location: Suncorp Brisbane
  • Who: High school girls, Years 7 & 8
  • Registrations close: Thursday, 26 June 2026
  • Tickets: $25 (50% off standard price)

Only 50 spots available!

REGISTER NOW

Support Us: Help us to inspire the next generation of women in cybersecurity

Host a Program: Open your venue to AWSN to deliver a hands-on cybersecurity experience.

Sponsor an Event: Help make the program accessible to more students.

Promote Locally: Help spread the word to schools and students in your area.

Volunteer: Assist with workshops, activities, or event support.

Submit your Expression of Interest to support

Thank you to CISCO for sponsoring this event.


Making an Impact Since 2024

See what our high school program has been achieving across Australia.

Brisbane 2024

20 Brisbane high school girls spent a day at Suncorp exploring cybersecurity through hands-on workshops and a CTF challenge.

Read more 

Sydney 2025

42 students at Westpac Sydney tackled phishing, encryption, and a Capture the Flag challenge with 100% of parents rating the day 4 or 5 out of 5.

Read more 

Sydney & Melbourne 2024

AWSN brought together 110 high school girls across Sydney and Melbourne and by the end, nearly a quarter were considering a career in cyber.

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About the program

The AWSN High School Program is designed to spark an early interest in security and technology among young women across Australia. Through hands-on workshops, interactive activities, and mentoring from industry professionals, students get a real taste of what a career in cybersecurity looks like — and why it matters.

AWSN believes that getting girls curious about security early is one of the most powerful ways to build a stronger, more diverse security workforce for the future.


Program Objectives

  • Inspire enthusiasm for careers across the security field
  • Build foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts and practices
  • Create a welcoming, question-friendly environment for active learning
  • Equip students with resources for continued self-driven exploration
  • Connect students with mentors and industry professionals