Interinstitutional Kick-off Event for the European Cybersecurity Month 2025

1. 1 Oct 2025, 09:30 - 17:25 (CEST)

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2. 09:30 - 09:40 (CEST)

   Welcome & Opening remarks

   by Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Tech Sovereignty, Security
   and Democracy

3. 09:40 - 10:40 (CEST)

   High level panel 1 on the implementation of the cybersecurity regulation, with senior officials from EU institutions

   This panel will focus on the strategic importance of establishing a common level of cybersecurity maturity across all Union entities. It will look into the achievements to date and challenges and opportunities for the years ahead.

4. 10:45 - 11:35 (CEST)

   High level panel 2 on the challenges and opportunities vis-à-vis cybersecurity resources in the framework of the implementation of the regulation, with senior representatives from Union entities

   This panel will address cybersecurity resources gaps identified, and efforts needed to achieve the successful implementation of the regulation. The discussion will explore collaborative approaches and new ways of working among Union entities to share capabilities and knowledge and to foster innovative solutions in overcoming challenges.   

5. 11:35 - 12:15 (CEST)

   Panel 3 on building an EU-shared situational awareness

   In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital threats, the European Union strengthens its approach to cyber crisis management. As part of the recent EU Blueprint on Cyber Crisis Management, this session delves into the critical need for bolstering shared awareness information across the European Union Institutions, Bodies and Agencies (EUIBAs), Member States, and diverse sectors.

6. 12:15 - 13:30 (CEST)

   Cybersecurity information stands

   During the lunch break attendees will have the opportunity to engage with interactive exhibits and demonstrations showcasing the latest cybersecurity awareness raising tools and methodologies from Union entities and specialised organisations.

7. 13:30 - 14:20 (CEST)

   Panel 4 on building cybersecurity capacity and addressing the skills gap

   This session will delve into educational strategies and workforce development initiatives aimed at cultivating a skilled, gender balanced cybersecurity workforce to meet increasing demands.

8. 14:20 - 15:10 (CEST)

   Panel 5 on achieving behavioural change

   Experts will expand on the psychology behind cybersecurity behaviour and discuss mechanisms to promote a cybersecurity-first mindset among individuals and organisations.

9. 15:30 - 16:20 (CEST)

   Panel 6 on using gaming to raise awareness and strengthen the human factor

   This panel will highlight how gamification techniques can be effectively employed to enhance user engagement and reinforce cybersecurity awareness and best practices across diverse audiences.

10. 16:20 - 17:15 (CEST)

    Panel 7 on interinstitutional network of Women in IT

    This panel will officially launch the interinstitutional ‘Women in IT Network’. Despite the rapid growth of IT, women remain underrepresented in this sector at EU Institutions level. DIGIT is leading this initiative that empowers women in IT roles by fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and supporting career growth and mobility.

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12. 17:15 - 17:25 (CEST)

    Closing remarks

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