cyber security
NICVA looks ahead with Future Thinking Series
18 Aug 2023Shauna O'Neill Policy & Public Affairs, Training and Skills Development, ICTcyber security, Data protection
Much of this year has been about looking back. Looking back and rightly recognising the impact and contribution of our sector to The Good Friday Agreement and the lasting peace which has followed.
Digital Month - October 2023
4 Aug 2023Sandra Bailie Training and Skills DevelopmentData, cyber security, GDPR, digital
As part of our Future Thinking Series, we are excited to be working with partners to deliver a series of digital workshops and seminars in October 2023.
Information Commissioner outlines support to the sector in NI
3 Aug 2023Sandra Bailie General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)cyber security, Data governance, ICO
On 2 August NICVA welcomed John Edwards, the Information Commissioner, to NICVA, with over 50 people from our sector at the ICO event.
Free cyber security support and accreditation - for organisations working with victims of domestic abuse
21 Jun 2023Sandra Bailie Cyber Security & Information Governancecyber security
Does your organistion provide support to victims of domestic abuse? If so, The National Cyber Security Centre is offering a fully funded scheme to help your organisation to get Cyber Essentials Plus certification.
Advice for those experiencing cyber attacks
19 Apr 2023Sandra Bailie General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)cyber security, information, Data, GDPR
This resource provides advice on how to improve your cyber security and links to information on how to deal with cyber attacks.
Fully Funded Scheme for Cyber Essentials Certification for charities
6 Dec 2022Sandra Bailie Cyber Security & Information Governancecyber security, GDPR, Data governance
The National Cyber Security Centre is offering a fully funded scheme to help organisations in the Voluntary and Community Sector get Cyber Essentials Plus certification. This is delivered in NI by Vertical Structure.
Cyber Security Guide - Managing
20 Apr 2022Cyber Security & Information Governancecyber security
Like any security process, cybersecurity will need to be maintained. This section will provide some straightforward guidance to help with that, including how to get insurance and how to make sure your board has proper oversight.
Cyber Security Guide - Actions
20 Apr 2022Cyber Security & Information Governancecyber security
By following the tips on this page, you can make your organisation’s cybersecurity robust.
Cyber Security Guide - Introduction
20 Apr 2022Cyber Security & Information Governancecyber security
NICVA’s starter cybersecurity guide is easy to follow for anyone. It is designed to help any organisation, big or small, become cybersecure from a standing start. The changes you need to make should be quick and free of stress.
Changes to Microsoft software donation programme
22 Feb 2022Stephen Gray ICTTechnology, cyber security
Microsoft are ending their donation programme for on-premises licenses on 25 March 2022. Charities using on-premise Microsoft software should take action before then to maximise donated licenses.
