Hobart Kids SecuriDay

Join us for Kids Securiday in Hobart this July! This exciting event is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of security enthusiasts. Kids aged 6-16 will have the opportunity to engage in fun, hands-on workshops including cybergames, physical security, and cyber kung fu. These interactive sessions are designed to teach valuable skills and knowledge in a fun and engaging way. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to empower young minds with the tools for the digital age.
Ages: 6-16
What you need: a ticket and a laptop - and if you don't have a laptop we can lend you one!
Cost: Pay what you want
What you get: fun talks, workshops, competitions, games, and mentoring from security professionals
When: 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Sat 13th Jul 2024
Where:  Hydro Tas 4 Elizabeth St, Hobart TAS 7000

Time	What
9.00am	Registration opens
9.30am	Event Start
10.00am	Workshop 1
11.00am	Moring Tea
11.15am	Workshop 2
12.15am	Lunch
1.00pm	Workshop 3
2.00pm	Awards and Closing
2.15pm	Event end

Workshops and games

Cybergames

Capture the flag games are puzzles based on real world information security vulnerabilities. Race against the clock solving complex and fun exercises gathering ‘flags’ to earn points. This workshop returns for 2024 with all new challenges and prizes!

Physical Security

How do locks work, and why do some keys not work as well as others? What ethical concerns are there when we play with locks and on the internet? In this workshop everyone gets some hands-on experience understanding the importance of physical security. This workshop returns with new challenges!

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Cyber Kung Fu 101: Learn the Defensive Moves

In the field of martial arts, the goal is to learn how to master the moves to defend one’s safety and not to use the knowledge to actively attack or harm others. Did you know that there are equivalent techniques and concepts from the realm of cyber security that you could learn and apply so you can be prepared to defend yourself? If you’re curious, come and join this workshop.

Prizes

We always have heaps of prizes and giveaways at this event! More details to be announced in July.

This is a child safe event. You can view our child protection policy here, and our mentor code of conduct here.
Bookings are essential. To ensure accessibility for everyone in the community, this is a "pay what you want" event.
All adults must be accompanied by a child. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Our community partners and sponsors

Event sponsor

If your organisation would like to become a community partner or sponsor contact us for more information.