Meet Our Founder and CEO
CyberSmart Gen was founded by Joanita Kayaga, a cybersecurity professional with a Masters of Science Degree in Cybersecurity Management from the University of Denver in Colorado.
Inspired by a passion for education and digital safety, Joanita created CyberSmart Gen to bridge the gap between technical cybersecurity concepts and everyday individuals and learners. Her vision is to make cybersecurity education accessible, practical and empowering for people from all backgrounds.
Our Mission
Our mission is to expand access to cybersecurity education by equipping everyone with practical skills that improve digital safety, create career opportunities and build stronger more cyber-aware communities. We believe cybersecurity education is more than learning about technology, it's about creating opportunities, building confidence and empowering everyone to thrive in an increasingly digital world.
About Us
At CyberSmart Gen, we believe digital safety and cybersecurity education should be accessible to everyone. In today's connected world, cyber threats affect individuals, families, students, businesses and communities alike. Yet many people feel overwhelmed by technical jargon or believe cybersecurity is only for IT professionals. We're here to change that, CyberSmart was built to make cybersecurity simple, practical and approachable through beginner-friendly books, educational resources, and learning experiences that empower people to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.
What We Do
CyberSmart develops educational resources designed for everyone at every stage of their journey, including:
- Beginner-friendly cybersecurity books
- Digital learning resources
- Cybersecurity awareness content
- Community outreach initiatives
- Future workshops and training opportunities.
Every resource is created with one goal in mind: making cybersecurity easier to understand and apply in everyday life.
Our Commitment
We are committed to removing barriers to cybersecurity education. Through our products and Initiatives, we work to provide free educational resources to students and individuals facing financial barriers. Every purchase and every act of support helps us expand access to learning and create future opportunities for everyone including non-cybersecurity professionals and empower communities of informed digital citizens.
Join Our Mission
Whether you're purchasing a book, wearing a CyberSmart T-shirt, partnering with us or supporting our educational initiatives, you're helping expand access to cybersecurity education for future learners. Together, we can build a safer and more informed digital future.
"Empowering the next wave of digital Safety"