Cyber Security Awareness Month 2025

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month at JCU! This year’s  message is Building our cyber safe culture-a chance for staff and students to learn, share, and have a little fun while strengthening the habits that keep us secure.

History
Cyber Security Awareness Month began in 2004 in the United States, launched by the Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance to promote safer online practices.Since then, it has grown into a global initiative, with universities, governments, and organisations around the world using October each year to highlight cyber threats, share resources, and encourage safer habits.

JCU participates each year as part of our commitment to building our cyber safe culture.

Staff Activities

Throughout October, staff can take part in activities designed to reinforce key cyber messages in fun and engaging ways. Highlights include:

• Weekly blog posts on the Viva Engage Cyber Security blog with practical tips, stories, and resources.
• On-campus events on 8 October and 28 October to connect, learn, and win prizes, links will be posted on the Viva Engage  blog
• Opportunities to share ideas and join conversations on Viva Engage as we continue building our cyber safe culture together.

Student Activities

For the first time, JCU students are at the centre of Cyber Security Awareness Month. Activities are designed to be fun, relevant, and easy to follow, including:

• Weekly tips, stories, and resources to help keep your study, work, and social life safe.
• Events and activities across October to spark conversations and build awareness.
• A lead-in to the launch of Cyber Compass — your new guide to navigating the online world safely.
• Keep an eye on socials and JCU student emails.