Microsoft has unveiled a cybersecurity skills initiative to upskill a new cybersecurity workforce, specifically women, focusing on some of the most underrepresented nations, including South America and Asia. Currently, 28 countries are in the program, including Argentina, Chile, Indonesia, and Spain. It aims to offer financing opportunities and grants to nonprofit organizations and other educational institutions to deliver more training.

Microsoft anticipates empowering women will help close the skills gap and boost the demand for cybersecurity professionals worldwide.

Although this statement primarily addresses women, the company confirms its commitment to historically marginalized groups.

With an emphasis on the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, the International Telecommunications Union of the UN will support its Women in Cyber Mentorship Program as part of the new collaborations, as will organizations like WOMCY in Latin America and Women4Cyber in Europe.