What an incredible evening at the CyAN APAC event: Mentorship and Allies – Building a Support Network for Women in Cyber!
Last night was a celebration of mentorship, allyship, and the power of community in shaping the future of cybersecurity and trust & safety.
We were honoured to have Natasha Basukoski, Manager of the National Cyber Security Practice at MinterEllison Consulting, deliver an inspiring keynote speech that reminded us all how vital it is to lift one another up and connect with community. Her words, “Having a really strong network around you of not just people you work with, but other mentors in the space I think is really important. And that’s why I love event like events like this. I didn’t have this when I started… and I wish I did!” resonated with everyone in the room.
Our panel discussion, expertly moderated by Kate Carruthers, brought together a phenomenal group of women:
Tulin Sevgin – Director, MinterEllison Consulting
Dr. Saba Bagheri – Senior Consultant – Cybersecurity, Australian Government
Farhana Dawood – GRC Consultant, Orro Group
Together, they shared their journeys, the challenges they’ve overcome, and the transformative role mentorship has played in their careers. From personal anecdotes to actionable advice, the conversation was deeply inspiring and thought-provoking.
A heartfelt thank you to Peoplebank (and especially Matt Partington) for hosting us and supporting this important event – their generosity and commitment to fostering cybersecurity talent in the APAC region are truly appreciated.
Last night underscored what CyAN is all about:
- Building a supportive, international network of cybersecurity and trust & safety professionals
- Creating inclusive spaces for connection, collaboration, and growth
- Advocating for safer digital environments and initiatives like our 3-month mentorship program
To those who couldn’t join us, we missed you! But don’t worry—this is just the beginning. Keep an eye out for upcoming CyAN events in 2025. Whether you’re a student, early-career professional, or industry veteran, we’d love for you to be part of our journey to create a safer, more inclusive digital world.
And if you’re curious about CyAN or our mentorship opportunities, feel free to connect or visit our website. Let’s keep the momentum going!
