“Cyber threats are becoming an increasingly visible challenge for societies, public services and communication networks as digital transformation accelerates globally. As cyber issues grow more complex, there is a need to further strengthen awareness and preventative capabilities in media on how cyber matters are communicated to the public.  We at LAC4 seek to equip journalists with improved knowledge and tools needed to explain cybersecurity developments clearly and responsibly by supporting well-informed, resilient and digitally aware societies.” – César Moliné, LAC4 Regional Manager. 

“I would like to thank everyone for their participation, especially LAC4 for inviting us to be part of this training and awareness initiative, which we understand will be replicated in several countries, with Uruguay as the first edition, and the AGESIC team from the Information Security and Communications areas for their joint efforts in organizing this event. Initiatives like this are key to highlighting the importance of the role of the media in prevention and awareness-raising in cybersecurity and information security, as well as the impact they have on strengthening the digital maturity of organizations, companies, and individuals.” – María Eugenia Corti, Director of Information Security at AGESIC 

Additionally, the training seeks to create a strong network of cybersecurity journalists who are prepared to address cybersecurity challenges, protect media from cyber-attacks and contribute to a better-informed, resilient and digitally aware society. Participants will receive practical tools and frameworks to identify, analyse and report on cyber incidents while understanding broader social, technical and regulatory contexts, including emerging threats and compliance requirements.  

Training is conducted by EU CyberNet Experts Carlos Leonardo and Diogo Carapihna and in cooperation with the Delegation of the European Union to Uruguay and AGESIC.  

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