Community

The Black Hat Community Program fosters idea-sharing, discussion, and connection around shared interests and key issues in cybersecurity. Explore below to learn more about how we support community engagement.

All pass holders get full access to the Community Program, unless otherwise specified.

Association Partners

We collaborate with a variety of associations and not-for-profit organizations that provide valuable resources, memberships, educational programs, and professional development opportunities to Black Hat attendees.

Explore our Official Association Partners for the event to discover more.

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Community Conversations

Community Conversations are bite-sized informal sessions and interactive workshops that offer key community and cybersecurity focused-insights while fostering community-driven discussions. While meant to deliver valuable insights, attendees are encouraged to actively participate and contribute their perspectives.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity and inclusion are core initiatives at Black Hat. We are dedicated to creating a platform that amplifies voices from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences at our events. Our goal is to provide a space where the community can engage in meaningful discussions about current issues, ongoing efforts, and innovative solutions to address these essential topics.

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The Exchange

The Exchange features low-pressure, informal, moderated meetups which provide attendees with the opportunity to engage in discussions centered around shared topics of interest. Whether you're seeking insights on emerging trends or just looking to network with other attendees, this is your time to collaborate and learn from peers and experts alike.

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Health & Wellness

Connect with fellow attendees while participating in engaging activities and challenges designed to keep you moving! Explore activities throughout the event to recharge and stay active.

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Professional Development

Our Professional Development content is designed to help attendees take their careers to the next level. This curated series of sessions, workshops, and/or interactive activities will provide valuable insights into career growth, skill enhancement, and leadership opportunities within the cybersecurity field. Join us to gain expert advice, learn from industry leaders, and unlock new opportunities for professional success.

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Scholarships

As a way to introduce the next generation of security professionals to the Black Hat community, we will be awarding complimentary Briefings Passes to a limited number of student applications. Each pass allows access to all Briefings on Thursday, April 3 - Friday, April 4, 2025. If you are selected for the scholarship, you will have a choice between an in-person Briefings pass or on-demand pass.

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Sustainability

Being an ethical, sustainable business is central to how we behave, how we make decisions and how we do business every day.

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