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EDUCATE...our citizens to be cyber smart, and develop pathways for the future cyber workforce.
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ENGAGE
...and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues.
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COMMEMORATE
...our cryptologic history & those who served within the cryptologic community.
The National Cryptologic Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) organization not affiliated with the U.S. Federal Government.
THE NCF VISION
Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology through leadership, education, and partnerships.
Queens of Code: Stories from NSA's Computing Women
They've kept their secrets for 50 years or more. Laura Nelson, Kathy Jackson, and Eileen Buckholtz, three Queens of Code who lived in Maryland during their careers, share their stories about the National Security Agency's computing women, as well as tips for students considering a STEM career.
Join in virtually on January 20, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. via Zoom for a program presented by the Queens of Code in partnership with the Maryland Women's Heritage Center.
Register via the EventBrite link below. Zoom details will be sent to registrants on 19 Jan.
The event is free. Donations are welcomed and will support STEM activities of the National Cryptologic Foundation and the Maryland Women's Heritage Center's 2022 programs.
About the Queens of Code
The Queens of Code is a women's technology history project that collects stories, experiences, and insights from women who worked in information technology at the National Security Agency in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s.
Cryptologic & Cyber Dates in History
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19 April 1862: Confederate Signal Corps was established. The Confederate Signal Corps accomplished tactical and strategic communications for the warring armies, including electromagnetic telegraphy and aerial telegraphy ("wig-wag" signaling).
