Everyday Cyber Defence: Spotting AI‑Powered Scams and Staying Safe Online

This workshop introduces participants to the most common real-world cyber threats they are likely to face - phishing emails, malicious attachments etc.- while highlighting how attackers are now using AI to make these scams more convincing than ever.

You'll learn simple frameworks to recognize red flags in messages, websites, and calls, which increasingly target individuals and small organizations. We'll connect these scenarios to core beginner skills valued in cybersecurity roles, such as basic threat awareness, incident reporting, and understanding how multi-factor authentication, strong passwords, and updates actually reduce risk.

This event is available to anyone PWYC with a suggested donation of $29. This event is included as part of Career Collective membership.

 

Who is this for?

• “I’m curious about tech and code in general”
• “I am a complete beginner when it comes to coding”
• “I have some coding skills but I’m looking to try my hand at something new!”
• “I have financial barriers that make it hard to pay for classes and training”
• “I’m not sure if I belong in tech— I wish I saw more people like me leading this industry!”

 

This event is open to all adults 18+, with a focus on supporting those from equity-deserving communities who continue to be underrepresented in the tech sector and in tech-enabled roles. These communities include those who identify as cis women, trans women, trans men, non-binary people, as well as Black, Indigenous and Racialized people, newcomers and people from low-income communities.

Prerequisites:

None! This workshop is designed for beginners.

What's Included:

• An awesome lead instructor and industry mentors!

What you need for this event:

• You must join with a laptop or computer for which you have administrative permissions.
• You may be required to download some free software. After you sign up we will email detailed instructions if you need to download anything.

 

We strive to host inclusive, accessible experiences that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquires about accessibility, please contact [email protected]