April 2025 Happenings

Call for Presentations is Open

Returning for its 9th year, The Diana Initiative is excited to host a one-day conference focused on enhancing diversity within the information security industry. Theme for 2025: "Securing Our Future Together" The 2025 conference will be held in person on August 4, 2025, at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Student Union. If you are unable to attend in person, no need to worry! We will be recording all sessions and making them available online for free after the event. Please note that masks are required for all attendees, although speakers may remove their masks while presenting. Important Dates Feb 22nd, 2025: Call For Presentations Opens Mar 25th, 2025: Call For Presentations Round 1 Closes April 8th, 2025: Speaker Acceptance Notifications Sent for Round 1 May 19th, 2025: Call for Presentations Round 2 Closes June 9th, 2025: Final Speaker Acceptance Notifications Sent Submit your talk idea here: https://sessionize.com/tdi2025/  Level Up Your Career at RSAC 2025 College Day Level Up Your Career at RSAC 2025 College Day.   Elevate Your Career at RSAC 2025 College Day. Ready to level up your cybersecurity career? Don’t miss the Resume Review & Networking Session at RSAC 2025 College Day! Get tailored resume feedback and network with industry professionals to build connections that matter. Learn more and register. TDI Members: Secure Your Spot at RSA Conference 2025. Join thousands of your peers at RSAC 2025 in San Francisco from April 28 – May 1. Connect, collaborate, and innovate as the brightest minds in cybersecurity come together for expert-led sessions, inspiring Keynotes, and breakthrough innovation programs. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and strengthen the bonds of our cybersecurity community. Register now.  Volunteer for 2025 Are you eager to make a meaningful impact? Here’s your opportunity! By volunteering with us, you have the power to create a real difference. Whether you're helping at events or joining our team, your contributions help craft unforgettable experiences for everyone involved. Don’t let this chance slip by—sign up now and become part of something extraordinary in 2025! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRzAm-7fSrT1IV4UKYcR_FqIXPZ3afO3FsKpytr_HY7r_0Og/viewform?usp=sf_link    Once again, The Diana Initiative will be offering CFP, Speaker, and Scholarship mentoring leading up to the conference and Hacker Summer Camp. If you would be interested in helping others learn how to create a better Call For Papers (CFP) submission, or perfect the presentation for the conference, or help a student new in the field get the most out of the Hacker Summer Camp experience, please consider volunteering for our programs:   Speaker Mentoring (June 9th - August 4th) * Helping accepted speakers practice and tune their presentations.   Scholarship Mentoring (July 1st - August 4th)   * Helping our Scholarship winners navigate and get the most value out of their conference experience.   For further details on these roles, please see here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R3BF0XARumCbLHZZU6yxYNmJ3Z_IVvU3IqvGOnCz8lw/edit?usp=sharing If you are interested, please fill out our volunteer form here: https://forms.gle/dmvPvRAacfCGKy1e8 2025 Sponsorships Available We are delighted to announce that sponsorship opportunities for 2025 are now open, though they are quickly being claimed! Our exclusive platinum positions, as well as slots for the career village and adversary village, have already been secured. This is your opportunity to collaborate with us and elevate your brand to new heights. By partnering with us, you can gain valuable exposure, connect with a diverse audience, and demonstrate your dedication to innovation and excellence. Don't miss out—secure your sponsorship today and create a lasting impact! Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity—secure your sponsorship today! Learn More Donate Today! Join us in our mission to amplify diversity and empower women pursuing careers in information security. We are dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces and transforming work cultures for the better. You can make a difference by contributing through a one-time or monthly donation. Together, we can create a meaningful impact!Join us in our mission to enhance diversity, support women pursuing careers in information security, foster inclusive workplaces, and transform work cultures for the better. You can contribute with a one-time or monthly donation—together, we can make a meaningful impact! Donate DEF CON 2025 We’re thrilled to share some exciting news — we’ll be part of the incredible community at DEF CON 33 this year! With this year’s theme, Access Everywhere, we couldn’t feel more aligned or inspired. It’s all about inclusivity, innovation, and breaking boundaries — values that resonate deeply with us. If you’re heading to DEF CON, be sure to swing by and say hello. We’d love to connect, share ideas, and be part of the conversations that shape the future of tech and security. See you in Vegas! https://defcon.org/html/defcon-33/dc-33-communities.html  Thank You Sponsors! Every year, our event thrives thanks to the ongoing and generous support of companies and organizations within the InfoSec Community. A special thank you to the sponsors who have joined us for 2025!