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Cybersecurity Accelerator Program Pilot: March 2023 TWC's innovative pilot program focused on building a pipeline of diverse talent into a field with high growth, lucrative career opportunities in states across the country and a serious diversity gap. • 4-Week Paid Project-Based Virtual Micro Internship and in-person workshops in D.C. • Skills workshops put theory into practice, helping build confidence and a sense of belonging in an industry that is closed to many historically marginalized groups. Participant Feedback: • Faris Nabil, University of Arkansas "Thank you for the wonderful internship opportunity where I can make an impact." • Bernadette Agbeme, University of Maryland "Wonderful speakers and students, truly an insightful experience." 2024 Short-Term & Seminar Program Calendar at TWC: • Inside Washington Seminar: Weeklong immersion with politics and power influencers. • Capitol Immersion: Building representation for HBCU/MSI learners in Congress & D.C. • Cybersecurity Accelerator Program: Continued growth of diversity in this critical industry. • National Security Seminar: Weeklong interaction with topics in the NatSec realm. • Workforce Readiness: Skills training for the workforce of today. • Non-Profit Policy Seminar: Fueling the future of advocacy and action. • Healthcare Policy: Opening pathways for careers in our most important industry. Funding Opportunities for Short-Term Programs TWC is proud of our state partners and welcomes ongoing support and flexibility in funding short-term programs. • Number of students enrolled in a TWC short-term program in 2023-Q12024: 900. • Average cost of a short-term program: $2,400. • States which allow use of funds for short-term programs: MD, PA, AR, NC, TN, AZ, OH & U.S. Virgin Islands. • TWC partner states yet to allow use of funds for short-term programs: MA, DE, MS & FL. 2023 Short-Term Program Success Workforce Readiness Program: November 2023 Designed to address the "Skills- Gap" – the disconnect between the teaching of "real world" skills in school with the needs of employers – to ensure talent can succeed and industry and grow. • A four-day, in-person program in D.C. to immerse in training, networking and career pathways. • Focus on universal skills such as critical thinking, communications, working in a hybrid environment, managing up and more. Participant Feedback: • Zoe Agunbiade, Bowie State University "This program prepared us for life after graduation! Along with all that I learned professionally, I made lifelong connections that I will cherish forever!" • Anonymous from Program Survey "The program is phenomenal! It helped develop many areas of my life and gave me confidence to enter the workforce." Inside Washington 2024: January, 2024 Week-long seminar to immerse in the topics and policies that will determine the future of business, legislation, protections and more locally and nationally. • Daily plenary sessions provide direct access to influential individuals who define our futures and can inspire future leaders. • External site visits to organizations of influence throughout D.C. Participant Feedback: • Chimazu Ndukwe, Central Michigan University "I had the opportunity to start the year spending a week in D.C. with The Washington Center and it was nothing short of a great experience." • Quesnay G.I. Lundy, The Honors College at Miami Dade College "This experience allowed me to delve into the intersection of technology, policy and societal well-being, and equipped me with invaluable tools to positively impact my community." twc.edu

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