
Our Event
We hope to see you on Saturday, May 30th at our Annual conference. The event is online, no travel needed! This one-day, online, diversity-driven conference helps to create a more inclusive information security industry. Tickets cost $5 and are available now. https://tdi.mobi/registration
While our website will contain the most up-to-date information, highlights of this year’s conference include:
- Speakers
- Career village
- Capture the Flag
- Incident Response (IR) Workshop
- FAQ
Speaker and Schedule Links
Don’t miss out on:
Career Village
Are you seeking a job, or are you looking to level up your career (better pay, new title, survive your annual review with less stress)? Our Career Village offers talks, resume review, mock interviews, and advice in a variety of engaging formats. Come on in!
IR Workshop
Get ready to take on this cybersecurity readiness table-top exercise. Sponsored by SiberX, this “Operation Defend the North” workshop brings the Cybersecurity community on an interactive walk-through of an Incident Response (IR) process based on real-world threats. Participants will collaborate closely to help a local healthcare company handle this simulated breach. No registration needed, 1 p.m.- 3 p.m. Pacific. https://tdi.mobi/ir-workshop
And you can stop by our Sponsor, Meta’s Interactive Q&A session
Join Meta’s team for an interactive Q&A session that pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to work at Meta. This candid conversation will explore the day-to-day realities of the team members' daily work, the diverse career paths that lead into and within Meta, and the security challenges they experience.
Bring your curiosity, whether you're a student, early-career professional, or seasoned practitioner. This session offers a rare opportunity to ask your own questions and gain insights from employees.

DEF CON 34 Announcements!
Will you be at DEF CON this year? We will too!
We are so excited to return to DEF CON as a community at DEF CON 34!
We adore that DEF CON 34’s theme is Agency. Stop by and check us out if you're attending August 6-9!
Our Annual Neurodivergent Dinner Gathering
https://www.dianainitiative.org/events/nd-dinner
We have lots of things planned for this year so bookmark our events page to stay up to date. https://www.dianainitiative.org/events/tdi-def-con
Quiet Room
Diana Initiative is excited to offer up a "Quiet Room" again this year. This room is a library vibes environment where people can calm down or recharge before going back out to experience more DEF CON, or even safely have a meltdown, stim, and take time to recenter. In our library area, we will have fidget toys, coloring pages, and more. This year, we are partnering with Mental Health Hackers to make it even better!
Community Room
In our community room, we will be hosting birds of a feather conversations, workshops, and more.
Currently planned community room activities:
Hacker Runway Crafting time - didn't have time, or didn't know about the Hacker Runway competition? Have no fear we have some supplies to help you put together a last-minute entry! Make sure to stop by the DC Maker Village as well!
Hacker Book Club meet up
50% of each day will be open time to come in chat, per feedback last year.
Sponsored by ICR
Reference Desk
Not the NFO desk, but a service for overwhelmed individuals. Our friendly volunteers at our reference desk can help you come up with a plan before going back out into DEF CON. The reference desk will work to find and connect you with the amazing events and communities at the conference, as well as in the community at large, that are best suited to your interests.
Women, gender non-conforming, and non-binary meetup with The Diana Initiative
We'd love to get all the gender non-conforming, non-binary, and women together to hang out and make friends! DEF CON is better with friends. Stop in for a bit, or the whole time.
Sponsored by Adobe
Tour Groups
For those who find it hard to dive into something new alone, we will be offering small tour groups to take people around to various villages, contests, and communities.
Tours start in the west hall first-floor lobby.
Partners
Appsec Village
AppSec wants to hear your security stories. Whether you're presenting in front of an audience for the first time or enjoy engaging with a crowd, they encourage you to share your experience.
Does the thought of running a round-table discussion, panel, or hands-on workshop appeal to you? They want to hear from you, too. Contribute your valuable application security insights and knowledge to the DEF CON 34 experience.
Learn more here:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7457056026777878529/?actorCompanyId=18480529
DC Maker Village will be at DEF CON 34!
DC Maker Village has a call for exhibits, demonstrations, and workshops. Are you interested? Fill out their form here and be part of the fun. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezKES9ylstroJxK3x5gm_FPY2yhUw-Glox2tBycDLF99djOg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=107857594759192150373

LHC
LHC is looking for experienced resume reviewers (hiring managers, recruiters in cybersecurity) to volunteer at DEF CON. Fill out their form to show interest and learn more about this amazing opportunity.
2026 Sponsorships Available

We are delighted to announce that sponsorship opportunities for 2026 are now open—though they are quickly being claimed! 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!
Donate!
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!
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